Spacious Provençal-style house in a converted 18th-century forge with peaceful gardens, a stroll from a lovely hilltop village
5 beds
4 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome
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2 Guests 07 Oct 24 - 07 Oct 24
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€356 per night
€2492 per week
The Experience
Pass olive groves, vineyards and pine forests to this big sturdy house on the outskirts of the village, with airy, comfortable and spacious rooms facing away from the road and overlooking a huge garden with roses and more olive groves.
It’s a fabulous place to share with family or friends, with a large sitting room sporting comfy sofas and heaps of books and board games, and a kitchen with a table that seats 10. In summer you can dine on the terrace shaded by a mulberry tree, and a smaller terrace is perfect for breakfast or evening drinks.
You can be in Cannes in 30 minutes as well as several other hilltop villages, all with distinctive character – nearby Mons has a medieval old town well worth a visit. Les Gorges du Verdon, the Grand Canyon of Europe, is an hour away. For dinner, head up the hill into the village: Fayence has restaurants galore.
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We think you'll love
- Living in a period house with lots of character, light and space
- Relaxing in the beautiful gardens while children safely gambol on the lawns
- Being within walking distance of shops, restaurants and a fantastic bakery
You should know
- One of the bedrooms isn’t en suite but has a shower room downstairs
- As you’re en route to the village there may be minor road noise
Essentials
- EV charger
- Self check-in
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub
- Garden
- Open fire / woodburner
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast available
- Meals available
- Vegetarian meals
- Oven
- Parking on premises
- Free parking nearby
- Accessible by public transport
- WiFi
- Television
- Central heating
- Limited mobility
- Wheelchair access
- Mobile reception
- Hob
- Barbecue
- Paid parking nearby
- Air conditioning
- Relaxation areas
- Washing machine
- Tennis court
- Microwave oven
- No smoking
- Credit cards
- Working farm
- Owner has pets
- Electricity included
- Dishwasher
- Pets welcome
Family friendly
- Baby monitor
- Books and toys
- Children welcome
- Babies welcome
- Stair gates
- High chair
- Fire guard
- Cot available
Nearby
- Pub/bar within 3 miles
- Restaurant within 3 miles
- Shop within 3 miles
Activities
- Bikes available
- Food courses
- Kayaking
- Other courses
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Wild swimming
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Pricing
- Nightly price
- €356
- Weekly price
- €2492
- Damage deposit
- €500
- 1 House for 10
- €3565 beds4 bedrooms
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Information
Booking information
- Check in
- From 4pm
- Check out
- By 10am
- Other details
- Minimum stay: 3 nights.
- Closed
- Never.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Meals
- Restaurants 500m.
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Location
The neighbourhood
This is a peaceful spot but you’re near to good shops and of course the bakery for your morning croissants and baguette. Fayence has very good markets in the village square opposite the church on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, brimming with local produce. In the summer season the village square hosts a dance night each week – join in and feel very French.
Local points of interest from Cynthia & Peter
- The medieval village of Fayence with its bustling market (three times a week) is set in the hills behind the Côte d’Azur. Further up, we recommend a visit to the picturesque village of Mons. On a clear day you can see as far as Corsica.
- We feel that we have the best of both worlds here, being within easy reach of the coastal towns and beaches as well as of the mountains. There are other hill villages nearby, each with a very distinct character of its own and well worth exploring.
- One of France’s major gliding venues lies just at the foot of Fayence. The area is a paradise for cyclists, hikers and walkers, not forgetting water-sports enthusiasts who are served by the superb Lac St Cassien nearby.
- For golfers, the world-class Four Seasons Terre Blanche resort is only 5 minutes down the road. For adrenalin junkies, the Accrobranche Riviera Nature Grasse Forest park has zip lines & tree-top rope courses for adults & kids, plus views of the Riviera.
- The always breathtaking Gorges du Verdon which are known as Europe's answer to the Grand Canyon are always worth a visit. Slightly closer to home, the Siagne and Siagnole rivers offer all manner of beautiful scenery.
- A short walk from the house is the 11th century chapel Notre Dame des Cyprès. As its name suggests, it's surrounded by cypress trees and is an ideal spot to sit and reflect.
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Introducing
Cynthia & Peter
Cynthia and Peter Spillman live in La Vielle Forge during most of the winter months and in the summer they travel for business and pleasure. Cynthia is a published author and Peter is a businessman. You’ll look after yourselves but should there be any issues there’s a property manager available to help.
I found this house full of charm, extremely light and spacious. The garden space around the large terrace is delightful and a lovely space in which to relax. This house is extremely well located for all activities in Fayence and the surrounding area.