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This traditional stone home was a modest cottage first built in the 18th-century. It has been expanded over the years and most recently, totally renovated and enlarged by the current owners. It sits in the Luberon valley near the hilltop village of Bonnieux in grounds of 15 acres and is surrounded by lavender fields and vineyards.
The grounds feature a lovely swimming pool, private tennis court, lawn, terraces and garden with oak and olive trees and a variety of other shrubs and flowering plants. From the terraces there are exceptional country views over lavender fields, vineyards, the neighboring hilltop villages and out to the Mont Ventoux. Inside, the house has been wonderfully restored and beautifully decorated with painted beamed ceilings, stone and terra cotta tile floors, white and pastel walls and a combination of stylish contemporary and antique furnishings. Off the hallway is the entrance to a French country kitchen, equipped with every convenience including professional-quality stove and range with 6 gas burners. This is a terrific kitchen for cooks with ample polished stone counters for preparation. The dining area in the kitchen has a large French country table for 8 people. An archway from the kitchen opens to a spacious light living room with sloped ceiling, painted wood beams and and stone fireplace. Two long upholstered sofas are grouped around a wood coffee table, and there are a game table and other occasional tables, easy chairs, lamps and a large antique book case. Arched picture windows look out on lavender fields and vineyards. And French doors open from both the living room and kitchen-dining room to the terraces with sunny and shady outdoor dining areas. Also on this level is a cozy den with television and comfortable seating. Stairs from the main entry lead to 4 bedrooms, each with ensuite bath. The master suite with king bed is spacious and has a sitting area with rattan furniture and a fireplace as well as a large bathroom with both tub and shower. All of the bedrooms are attractively decorated with fine fabrics and linens, and the bathrooms feature lovely tilework and sleek fixtures. A home of the highest quality with great Provençal style in a stunning Luberon setting. |
