Price includes: your chosen property on a rental-only basis from 1700 hours on the Saturday of arrival to 1000 hours on the Saturday of departure.
Arrival must be by 2000 hours.
Also included: bedlinen (duvets included); oil central heating; electricity.
Pets not accepted.
We regret that children under the age of 6 are not accepted at this property and it is not recommended for those with reduced mobility due to the steep stairs.
Beware low headroom in bathroom and bedroom doorways.
Any other price related conditions
A breakage deposit of 100€ is payable upon arrival. This will be returned in full if there have been no breakages and the property is left in good order. The owners may, at their discretion, make a minimum deduction of 50€ from the deposit if the property is not left in good order.
Household linen is available and chargeable. One set costs 20€ for two people and 5€ for each additional person. One hand towel, one bath towel and one flannel per person, plus two tea towels and two kitchen towels per booking will be provided. Extra sets are not available.
L'Estrambord is a 1-bedroomed cottage, sleeping 2, in the village of Mirabel-aux-Baronnies (Drôme), 10km N of Vaison-la-Romaine, 8km from Nyons, 40km NE of Orange (Michelin map: 527). VFB is delighted to have featured this property since 1984. Wednesday arrival.
This is a delightful stone house of great character dating from the 18th century and tastefully and imaginatively restored by its Dutch owner, retaining original beams, terracotta floors, niches and stone steps. Arranged on two floors and split levels (with steep staircases), the spacious accommodation has been converted with real flair mixing the rustic and the modern - low beams, eclectic furniture, a sunken bath, tasteful lighting. A feature of the vine-clad building (originally the village baker’s home) is its balcony overlooking the street and village rooftops to the Ventoux summit beyond. A small barbecue is available on request. The owner (whose home this is) lives next door during the rental period and is full of enthusiasm for the area and its history. A unique house of rustic character and refreshing charm. Church bells can be heard during the day but not during the evening after 10pm. The whole region surrounding this lively little village provides much of interest, not least the Roman towns of Orange and Vaison (with their summer arts festivals) and the spectacular scenery around the Mont Ventoux. Access is by a tiny, narrow village lane, and cars can be parked in a small car park some 60m from the property.
Accommodation: All on first floor: dining room with small kitchen area. Lower level: living room with divan (sleeps 1) and open fireplace, 1 twin-bedded room, bathroom with wc.
Activities: Lake at Vinsobres (3km). Swimming pools (June-Sept) in Vaison and in Nyons (8km) and campsite (3km). Tennis in Mirabel, Vaison and Nyons. Horse riding in St-Maurice (8km). Trout fishing in Buis-les-Baronnies (25km). Bicycle hire in Vaison and Nyons.
Services: Essential shops and services in Mirabel. All other shops and services in Nyons. Markets on Tuesdays in Vaison, Wednesdays in Valréas, Thursdays in Nyons and Fridays in Mirabel. Parking 60m away on a public square.
Location
In the village of Mirabel-aux-Baronnies (Drôme) – 1200 inhabitants – 10km N of Vaison-la-Romaine, 8km from Nyons, 40km NE of Orange. Michelin map: 527.
Activities
Lake at Vinsobres (3km). Swimming pools (June-Sept) in Vaison and in Nyons (8km) and campsite (3km). Tennis in Mirabel, Vaison and Nyons. Horse riding in St-Maurice (8km). Trout fishing in Buis-les-Baronnies (25km). Bicycle hire in Vaison and Nyons.
Services
Essential shops and services in Mirabel. All other shops and services in Nyons. Markets on Tuesdays in Vaison, Wednesdays in Valréas, Thursdays in Nyons and Fridays in Mirabel. Parking 60m away on a public square.
Description
This is a delightful stone house of great character dating from the 18th century and tastefully and imaginatively restored by its Dutch owner, retaining original beams, terracotta floors, niches and stone steps. Arranged on two floors and split levels (with steep staircases), the spacious accommodation has been converted with real flair mixing the rustic and the modern - low beams, eclectic furniture, a sunken bath, tasteful lighting. A feature of the vine-clad building (originally the village baker’s home) is its balcony overlooking the street and village rooftops to the Ventoux summit beyond. A small barbecue is available on request. The owner (whose home this is) lives next door during the rental period and is full of enthusiasm for the area and its history. A unique house of rustic character and refreshing charm. Church bells can be heard during the day but not during the evening after 10pm. The whole region surrounding this lively little village provides much of interest, not least the Roman towns of Orange and Vaison (with their summer arts festivals) and the spectacular scenery around the Mont Ventoux. Access is by a tiny, narrow village lane, and cars can be parked in a small car park some 60m from the property. Featured by VFB since 1984.
Accommodation
First floor: access from outside (2 steps up) into dining room (5 steps up).
· Dining room (6m x 4m – 5 steps up) with kitchen area (2m x 2m) behind low wall with 4-ring ceramic electric hob, split-level electric oven, fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine. Partly wooden and partly tiled floor. Steep stairs (open sided and open metal stairail) to lower levels. Door to terrace.
Lower level:
· Living room (6m x 2m50) – 12 steep stone steps down from dining room, open fireplace. Tiled floor.
· Bedroom (3m50 x 4m) - down 8 steps from front door - with 2 single beds (0m90). Tiled floor. French windows open onto street.
· Bathroom (down 6 steps from front door) with sunken bath with shower attachment, wc. Tiled floor.
Note 1: Beware low headroom in bathroom and bedroom doorways.
Note 2: We regret that children under the age of 6 are not accepted at this property and it is not recommended for those with reduced mobility due to the steep stairs.
Oil central heating and electricity included – Bed linen included (duvets provided); household linen available
Where linen is available but not included in prices, payment should be made direct to the owner
There is a local tax (taxe de séjour) applicable at this property for all guests. The cost is 0.40€ per guest (over 13) per day, and should be paid directly to the owner.
Breakage Deposit: 100€ Sleeps: 2 MAXIMUM
Comments
“The perfect antidote to modern life…a beautiful house with an excellent atmosphere. Thanks to our generous hosts we will most definitely come back.” “The house is so lovely and the village so charming that we haven’t wanted to stray far and have spent hours on the terrace, eating, drinking wine and reading.” “…strike out in any direction and there are wonderful scenic walks to be had – the peace is palpable.” “We were struck by the soft hues of the countryside and the houses. The weather was beautiful one day, perfect the next.” “A truly excellent house from which to enjoy a holiday. Beautifully furnished and decorated, and equipped with everything one could possibly want and many other things as well.”
Description updated March 2010
0800 171 2160
0800 171 2160
