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Among the most picturesque towns, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is the "Venice of Provence." The Sorgue River meanders through its historic center with an array of shops, cafés and restaurants. The town is most celebrated for its fine antique dealers attracting amateurs and professionals from around the world. And its lively Sunday market is not to be missed.
Located just outside town, this modern home is built in the local style and sports a pastel façade, sea green shutters and clay tile roof. It is set in a large enclosed garden featuring a swimming pool and lovely garden with expansive lawn, flowers, shrubs, as well as olive, cypress, pine, and other mature trees. Adjacent to the house is a large covered terrace with outdoor dining furniture, the perfect spot to enjoy al fresco meals and the mountain views in the distance. Inside, the house is light and bright with pastel and white walls, large windows and terra cotta and wood floors. It is well designed and attractively decorated with casual contemporary furnishings, carpets and antique wood pieces. Entry is into the open-plan living dining room. In the sitting area an upholstered sofa and period-style easy chairs are grouped around a glass-topped coffee table near the fireplace. Occasional tables and lamps complement this comfortable room. Adjacent is the dining area with wood table and upholstered chairs for 6 people. Doors from both the living and dining areas lead to the well-equipped kitchen with pretty yellow cabinets, tile counters and all appliances. A portable wood table serves as a center island providing extra preparation space. French doors open from the living and dining areas and from the kitchen to the covered terrace, garden and pool. There are a total of 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The bedrooms are all decorated with pretty bedcovers, curtains, bedside tables and lamps. The tiled bathrooms are complete with showers, sinks and toilet facilities. On the ground level are two bedrooms. One has a double bed, ensuite bathroom with shower and French doors opening to the garden. The other is a large "studio" room with queen bed, ensuite bathroom with shower and arched glass and wrought-iron door opening to the side garden. The traditional wood-beamed and plaster ceiling gives it extra warmth. Stairs from the entry lead to the third bedroom with king bed, wood floors and adjacent bathroom with American-style tub with shower, double sinks and toilet. A very comfortable and appealing home close to a celebrated Provençal town. |
