Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The house dates back to the 14th century. It is situated just within the ramparts of an old fortified chateaux and about 100 metres from the village square. Part of the structure contains the communal well and washing sinks for the old fortified town, hence the name ‘La Maison du Puits’ or ‘The Well House’. The house floor area is 120sq meters on 3 floors and was totally renovated in 1999 by a local stone mason. It has 3 bedrooms, (two doubles and one twin) and two bathrooms. A bed settee in the lounge means it can sleep up to 8.
La Maison du Puits
Open plan ground floor
Dining area and kitchen
First floor master bedroom
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The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Bouches-du-Rhone region
The Bouches du Rhone region has a warm mediterranian climate in summer with daytime temperatures in the 30's. It was the clear blue skys and the unique light which attracted Vincent Van Gough to the area in 1888. Winters are often sunny with clear blue skies but can be very cold when the north 'mistral' wind blows. The area is steeped in Roman history and was originally named by the Romans as Provencia. Famous Roman landmarks are the arenas at Arles and Nimes and the Pont du Gard aqueduct. The area has a strong influence from the Camargue with 'abrivado' and 'course carmagaise' in many towns and villages.
Boulbon area
The town of Boulbon (population 1600) is steeped in history and was first mentioned in the history books in the 11th century.
It lies some 16 kilometres south west of Avignon and close to many well known provencal landmarks such as St Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux-de-Provence, Nîmes and Arles. To the west lies the Rhône plain, ideal for cycling, and to the east the hills of La Montagnette with marvellous walks and mountain bike tracks. (Unfortunately access to the Montagnette is prohibited from 1st July to the second Saturday in September due to fire risks).
Mediterranean coastal resorts such as Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer are about an hours drive. The nature reserves of the Camargue are about half an hour as is the famous Roman aqueduct, ‘Pont du Gard’
The town offers the following shopping facilities; - Mini Supermarket - Baker - Butcher - Chemist - Winebar - Hotel/Restaurant (Opening spring 2008) - Bar/Lunchtime Restaurant - Tabac
Other nearby restaurants are about 4 kilometres away on the road to Avignon.
The town has many fêtes and festivals the most promenant of which are;
Bénédiction des Bouteilles on 1st June each year. All men from the town are presented with a bottle of fortified wine which they take to church in procession to be blessed. The blessed wine is then used by the family throughout the year as an ailment remedy.
The Fête de la St Eloi on the last weekend in August. This starts with a church service in Provencal followed by a parade which includes a chariot pulled by 18 horsed at a canter thoughout the town. A formal lunch is served in the town square followed later by bull running in the streets (abravado) and dancing in the square.
The Fête du Club Taurin is in the last weekend of September. It is organised by the local bull club and includes young men taunting bulls with the aim of removing ribbons from their horns (course carmagaise) and bull running in the street (abravado)
The town has municipal tennis and boules courts and rackets, tennis balls and boules are available for the use of quests.
How to get there
Fly Flybe from Southampton or Exeter to Avignon (Summer only) (15km) Fly Ryanair from Luton, East Midlands or Liverpool to Nimes (35km) Fly Ryanair from Bournemouth to Marseilles (97km) Fly Easyjet from Gatwick or Bristol to Marseilles (97km)
Eurostar from Warterloo to Avignon direct (Summer only) (16km) Eurostar/TGV change at Lille to Avignon (14km)
Hire cars are available from all the above destinations and we use www.holidayautos.com to book.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Avignon: 15 km
Railway:
Avignon TGV: 14 km
Ferry:
Le Havre: 923 km
Activities near Boulbon
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, BBQ, Bicycles available
Further details indoors: The house is well furnished with a mixture of traditional French and modern furniture. Facilities include cooker, microwave, fridges, dishwasher, washing machine, barbeque, hair dryer plus 4 bikes. For entertainment there is Satellite TV and a CD player plus a well stocked bookshelf.
The house has a wood burning stove in the lounge and electric heaters in each room. If you intend to use the wood burning stove we can lay on a supply of logs at a charge to you of about £40/ square meter. This should last about 1 week running continuously.
Electricity and water are included.
Further details outdoors: Our favourite location is the terrace which is very secluded and gets sun in the afternoon. It is ideal for all meals in the summer and has an open barbecue. It has an outdoor cold shower for cooling off whilst sunbathing.
The nearest vehicle access to the house is about 50m away where there is street parking in a little square. There is a free car park about 300m away.
Further details
To date we have not found reliable cleaning and laundry services locally. Until these can be found the listed prices will reduced by £50 per week and guests will be asked to bring their own bed linen, towels and tea towels. We would also ask you to do a quick clean and tidy before you leave so that others would find the house as you would wish to. We will do a deep clean 3 or 4 times a year until we can find a cleaner.
No pets or smoking inside please.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. A good will deposit cheque of £100 is required which will be returned on receipt of keys and a satisfactory inventory check. There will be no deductions for minor losses or breakages but please let us know so items can be replaced.
Payment is required by cheque prior to us sending you keys.
Whilst the house sleeps 6 to 8 we are prepared to consider a significant reduction for couples who wish to visit.
Guestbook
1st to 7th July 2007 Beautiful house and lovely little village of Boulbon. Provence is beautiful and there is so much to see. St Remy de Provence is delightful as are so many towns in the Region. Many thanks to Christophe, Amanda and Lionel for pointing us in the direction of the Maison du Puits.
5th to 12th August 2007 Fell in love with the house, village and area and even the local cockerel. Thank you so much for sharing your French abode. We hope we will be able to visit again.
22nd to 29th December 2007 Hello Les Jane and I and the family are back home in Bahrain after a wonderful holiday in France, and I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay in your gorgeous "cottage" in Boulbon. Our eyes just lit up when we saw it and the children were delighted. It is a lovely spot and you have fitted it out beautifully inside. We had a really special time there - especailly on Christmas day which we completed by taking a walk in the local hills. Thank you very much too for kindly letting us stay for an extra day - much appreciated. Kind regards Chris and Jane and family
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Contact details for home 27508
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Name:
Les and Margaret Sherry
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+44 (0)1962 881784
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