Aups/Sillans la Cascade holiday farmhouse rental with private pool, walking, beach/lake nearby, internet access, telephone, rural

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Olive Mill (farmhouse)

Home description

Our 18th century Olive Mill faces full south across its own valley. The property has 30 acres of hills, ancient woodlands of pines, oak, and laurel, wildflowers (orchids), herbs (thyme, rosemary, mint, lavender, fennel, marjoram), cherries, plums, apricots, figs, and wild asparagus. Olive trees grow by our own river (fishing is possible). The Domain is completely private, but within easy walking distance of the village. The property has been restored to provide three completely independent dwellings, each with its own private pool set well away from the others.
The Tower House (sleeps six in 3 bedrooms) was the original dwelling for the large stone olive mill which was built in the 18th century. It faces full south over an enclosed courtyard, overlooking grassy terraces which lead down to the pool. There are extensive views from each window and a panorama east, south, and west from the large roof terrace. The property has been completely restored (using period materials where possible, but incorporating the best modern equipment in the kitchen and bathrooms) and has excellent outdoors facilities: grassy terraces planted with lavender, sage, and irises, with wild mint and rosemary, mature trees for shade, a beautiful pool (ten by five meters) with natural stone surround, barbecue on the roof terrace, swings for children, and unlimited space for all games.
The TOWER(MAIN)HOUSE accommodations consist of:
* Large Ground Floor entrance hall paved with stone, with exposed beams, is ideal as a board games or relaxation area, with video (mostly English/American but also some French films), board games and books.
There is a guest water closet.
* First Floor includes double bedroom (en suite shower and water closet) with exposed beams. Good quality double bed, antique furniture and views of hills extending for miles to the east. Landing and stairs to second floor.
* Second Floor includes sunny and spacious kitchen/dining room with original Provençale floor tiles and exposed beams. The kitchen is fully-equipped with dishwasher, electric and microwave ovens, large refrigerator/freezer, and a good supply of small electrical equipment (toaster, kettle, coffee maker, juice extractor, blender, and beaters). There are extensive views south across the 18th century courtyard.
Well-decorated sitting room with comfortable (modern) sofas, antique furniture, with exposed beams, original Provençale floor tiles, television.
Second double bedroom (king size bed) with extensive views south and west of our valley and the surrounding hills. Beautiful walnut and cherry antique furniture and original Provençale floor tiles.
Third double bedroom (2 single beds) with views south and east through trees (mulberry and fig, as well as ash and pine) and across our valley towards the river.
Bathroom with bath, antique walnut furniture (modern basin and fittings), and third water closet. There is a fourth water closet on this floor.
Steep stairs lead to the third floor.
* Third Floor is a magnificent roof terrace paved with white natural stone, with panoramic views east, south and west across valleys and hills. Furnished (teak table, chairs, benches), with external lighting for outdoor meals. There is also a barbecue, second sink, and small refrigerator.

One of the waterfalls on our own river	30 acres of extensive Gardens, Woods and Valley
Private & secluded Pool in beautiful grounds	A Tower House Interior

To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/2762

The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Var region

Situated in the Heart of Provence, the Var offers some of the loveliest scenery in southern France. Sillans La Cascade is a medieval hill village in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a spectacular waterfall (next to our property) and idyllic walks in unspoiled countryside.
There are excellent vieyards nearby to visit, where you can taste the famous wines of Provence and many restaurants catering to all tastes and pockets.
There are also several excellent golf courses within easy driving distance.
The Grand Canyon of Verdon is an easy drive(30 mins) to the north, the beaches of StTropez are just 30 miles to the south.

Aups/Sillans la Cascade area

Easy day trips could be to Aix en Provence, Marseille, Nice, Monte Carlo for example - or for an outing of 1-2 hours there are the local museums(Mazaugess - Ice Museum,St Maximin - regional Archeology Museum,Le Luc - Stamp Museum,Le Val - Toy and Christmas model Museum,Sollies Ville - Traditional Costume Museum,Tourtour - Fossil Museum,Draguignan - 1) Museum of Traditional Arts ans Crafts and 2) The Canon and Artillery Museum,Aiguines - Woodcarvers Museum). Local villages all have a market day for local handicraft (pottery, weaving, herbs, household linen etc) and fresh produce(goat's cheese, all fruits and vegetables, olives and oil, donkey sausage ( as well as more conventional types).....

How to get there

Fly to Nice, Marseille or Toulon airport (BA, BMI & Easyjet flights), then hire a car(Car hire available from www.premiercarhire.co.uk); drive from Calais; take car train from Calais, Paris or Lille to Avignon or Aix en Provence, then drive. Eurostar/TGV to Avignon

Activities near Aups/Sillans la Cascade

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Broadband wifi internet access.
The property has been completely restored (using period materials where possible, but incorporating the best modern equipment in the kitchen and bathrooms) and has excellent outdoors facilities: grassy terraces planted with lavender, sage, and irises, with wild mint and rosemary, mature trees for shade, a beautiful pool (ten by five meters) with natural stone surround, barbecue on the roof terrace, swings for children, and unlimited space for all games. The washing machine is in a separate laundry room (for the exclusive use of the Tower House) at ground floor level.
Behind the large pool (see photo on web page) there is play equipment for young children: climbing frame with swing,slide, table and chairs for painting etc.

Further details outdoors:
You are welcome at the excellent tennis club next to our property, where you can also reserve for dinner every evening, & for a BBQ on Sundays. The courts are 4-6 euros per hour. Dinner is 14-16 euros for adults (Sunday BBQ is 14 euros), & as little as 6 euros for children (eg a six yr old= 6 euros).

Further details

POOL SECURITY : THE PRIVATE POOL HAS AN IRON FENCE & GATE FOR SECURITY.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	8 Mar 08	24 May 08	1000£  1,000	0-	0-	1 Week
	24 May 08	31 May 08	1200£  1,200	0-	0-	1 Week
	31 May 08	14 Jun 08	1400£  1,400	0-	0-	1 Week
	14 Jun 08	28 Jun 08	1600£  1,600	0-	0-	1 Week
	28 Jun 08	19 Jul 08	2000£  2,000	0-	0-	1 Week
	19 Jul 08	30 Aug 08	2200£  2,200	0-	0-	1 Week
	30 Aug 08	20 Sep 08	1500£  1,500	0-	0-	1 Week
	20 Sep 08	4 Oct 08	1400£  1,400	0-	0-	1 Week
	4 Oct 08	1 Jan 09	1100£  1,100	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
NB 10% surcharge for bookings less than 2 weeks between 18 July & 23 August 2008.
Payment also accepted in euros.
Please ask for our own web site.

Guestbook

The Olive Mill was unbelievably special - the home and grounds far exceeded my expectations.We loved the river and waterfall beneath your property.
Liza, New York.
Thank you for a lovely piece of heaven for a week.
Tom, London.
Many thanks,the girls are still agreed that it was best holiday ever! Bearing in mind they have been to Florida,Australia,Greece and France numerous times that is saying something!
Gary, Surrey, UK.
Thank you both very much for a lovely stay at your property and especially for making our children feel so at home with books and toys. We hope to make it back again.
Angela , Shangai, China
We had a wonderful holiday and the Olive Mill received the unanimous vote as our favourite part of the holiday.The Tower House was superb,we had perfect weather & loved the region.You are to be congratulated for the generous way you have provided everything - particlularly in the kitchen. We certainly would love to return.
Julie,Australia.
Our stay here was absolutely wondeful & we hope we can return in the near future. The Olive Mill is a dream come true!
D.B., Colourado.
We've had an incredible holiday - the highlight was preparing dinner while looking out over your beautiful property & drinking local wine! Everything was perfect. We hope to return!
Angela, Colourado
We just arrived home yesterday, after a great vacation. We had a wonderful time at your olive mill and we are so grateful that you rent it out.
Bitte (returning guests),Norway

Availability notes

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