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Our house is a carefully renovated natural stone country house (built in 1796) set in terraced olive-groves in the commune of Mons, near Fayence. The house (a perfect rectangle on 3 floors) faces south-east and its terraced patio is covered by beautiful vines supported by a wooden pergola.
What makes this a great holiday in Provence for you?
* Eleven acres of tranquillity amongst olive terraces - away from it all
* Stunning secluded setting in the hills, surrounded by views
* Traditional provencal “mas”, fully modernised throughout
* Sleeps 8/9 in 4 bedrooms, with 2 ensuite double bedrooms
* Secluded swimming pool (10m by 5m) with large sun terrace
The property is in a secluded hamlet with a handhold of other barely visible country houses spread out in a micro-climate hillside. It is in the commune of Mons (Saint-Jean), lying between the dramatic gorges of the Siagne and Siagnole (2m away), formed of mountain streams, where you can paddle or picnic.
Saint-Jean is peaceful and sheltered with marvellous views over the nearby hills. The closest village - Mons - is 7 minutes away by car and sits unchanged on a rocky outcrop for 1,000 years, with spectacular views to the Mediterranean. Mons has an épicier, a boulanger and 3 restuarants and is a beautiful place to explore.
Nearby are the popular and scenic ‘villages perches’ of Fayence, Callian, Montauroux and St. Cezaire, where you can find an enormous range of shops, supermarkets and restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets: everything from local with atmosphere to elegant with Michelin stars.
Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:07:00 +0000
(image)Outside the house, a cobbled patio is ideal for outdoor eating - a special place under the vines in the summer. It is covered by several vines which offer shade. The views are out towards the landmark mountain with exposed strata.
Outside the sitting room, there is outdoor furniture (a sofa, two arm chairs & coffee table) for relaxing in the shade.
A teak table with eight chairs is provided for outdoor eating. The children will enjoy eating from a small stone table.
Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:58:00 +0000
(image)The pool is 75 metres or so from the house: you can relax by the pool in complete seclusion and tranquility, surrounded by terraces of olives, the peace only disturbed by the quiet buzz of cicadas. You will not be over-looked.
The pool is 5m by 10m. It is surrounded by a barrier - making it safe for children - which encloses a large terrace where you can relax on the provided sun-loungers.
The view looks across the nearby hills..
Mon, 18 Jun 2012 20:25:00 +0000
(image)There are two “master” bedrooms, both with double beds and ensuite bathrooms. There are two other bedrooms on the 2nd floor: a third double bedroom and a fourth with 3 single beds (& a foldaway campbed) - ideal for kids - and a 3rd bathroom (WC + shower).
Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:17:00 +0000
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Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:47:00 +0000
width="400" height="225" id="youtube_iframe" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fUvy9iL23mM?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1&origin=http://safe.txmblr.com&wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen>Handheld video showing the front of the house, shot in May: feel the peacefulness, broken only by the rustle of the wind and the buzz of insects.
Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:44:00 +0000
width="400" height="300" id="youtube_iframe" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fcHT9E-EXiE?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1&origin=http://safe.txmblr.com&wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen>Amateur video panorama of our house taken from the large olive tree outside the house, showing the terraces (which lead up to the pool).
Sun, 16 Sep 2001 16:15:00 +0000
Please email mons@willcocks.co.uk for further information.