La Maison Du Bonheur Villa, Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt
5 bedroom Villa in Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt. Sleeps 11
Bastide for holidays with swimming pool in Provence: La Maison du Bonheur
Provençal bastide with pool to let for holidays in the Luberon
The property is located in Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt, a mediaeval village deep in the heart of the Luberon Regional Nature Park, built on a rocky spur offering an outstanding panorama of the Luberon, Alpilles and Vaucluse mountains. Surrounded by scrubland, olive groves, cherry and lavender fields and vineyards, the municipality enjoys an especially balanced microclimate. As you stroll around the village you will be captivated by its rich heritage, and you will love the numerous nearby shops.
The Maison du Bonheur is a nineteenth-century property that was fully renovated in 2022, carefully blending modern comfort with traditional materials. Comprising five comfortably appointed bedrooms, the bastide is perfect for a big family or a group of friends, and provides a unique experience in a tranquil, but not isolated, setting. The superb landscaped garden provides peace and quiet. A hundred-year-old oak tree dominates the scene, providing natural shade beside the big swimming pool.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
- A separate studio can be booked, comprising a kitchen, a lounge with dining section and mezzanine sleeping area (140 x 200 cm futon) and a shower room with toilet.
- Please note: the garden is not fully enclosed.
- The Maison du Bonheur, a detached house in a hamlet in Saint-Saturnin-les-Apt near the Ochre Trail, the Rustrel ‘Colorado of Provence’ and the villages of Roussillon and Gordes, will enchant travellers in search of authenticity and comfort.
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Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Provence
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Aqualand Waterpark, Frejus
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
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Wave Island Waterpark, Monteux
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
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Aqualand Waterpark, Sainte Maxime
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
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Aqualand Waterpark, St Cyr Sur Mer
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
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Domaine Le Sagittaire Waterpark, Nyons
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
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Nyonsoleiado Waterpark, Nyons
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Provence
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Le Temp de Vivre Restaurant, Uchaux
Le Temps de Vivre is situated in the little hamlet of Les Farjons just down the road from Uchaux.
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La Cour d'Honneur Restaurant
Located right in the centre of Avignon on a well known shopping street is La Cour d'Honneur.
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Mickael Feval Restaurant
This elegant restaurant is a must-visit for any lovers of modern cuisine and cooking methods. They embrace local produce and evolve their dishes according to the seasons.
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Cote Sud Restaurant, Uchaux
The Cote Sud has a charming sophisticated interior and includes a lovely terrace where you can enjoy your food when the weather is warm enough.
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Les Chenes Verts Restaurant, Tourtour
This Michelin starred restaurant is situated on the outskirts of Tourtour and specialise in truffle dishes.
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La Vache a Carreaux Restaurant
This small restaurant is on the Rue Peyrollerie, a winding alley just off the Place St Pierre. It is a great option for vegetarians, offering a wide variety of cheese dishes and salads but there are also fish dishes available.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Provence
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La Cave des Pas Sages
Small wine bar situated in one of the cobbled streets of Avignon that hosts regular market stalls.
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Mistral Nighclub
The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
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Le Longchamp Bar & Brasserie, Isle sur la Sorgue
This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue.
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Ajmi Jazz Club
The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.
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Le Scat Nightclub
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
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Le Cardeur Bacchus Bar
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
Sights nearby
Sights in Provence
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Chateau St Saturnin Les Apt
Built on a rocky bluff at 400 metres above sea level is the remains of a Medieval fortress which offers great views of the surrounding Vaucluse and Alpilles mountains.
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Mines de Bruoux, Apt
This area is well known for it's ochre pigment found in the soil, and a tour of the Mines de Bruoux show you the underground caverns that were created.
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Mathieu Lustrerie Museum, Gargas
This museum houses a collection of around 250 chandeliers and a large library and collection of photos dedicated to these wonderful pieces of art.
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Massif des Ochres du Luberon
A seam of red, yellow & orange rocks runs through a small part of the Luberon, from Roussillon to Rustrel.
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Apt Cathedral
This cathedral, also known as Sainte Anne d'Apt, is believed to be built on the site where Saint Auspice was buried.
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Parc Naturel Regional du Luberon
The Luberon park covers the area from Cavallion in the west to Manosque in the east.
Golf-clubs nearby
Golf Courses in Provence
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Domaine de Manville Golf Course, Les Baux
The Domaine de Manville has a renowned architect and landscaper designed 18-hole golf course allying technicality and game attraction in an eco-responsible and respectful way to produce a truly very special course.
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Royal Mougins Golf Course
Founded in 1993, the Royal Mougins Golf Club is a course of exceptional quality. Designed by world-famous American architect, the late Robert von Hagge, the par 71, 18-hole course extends for 6,004 m through a lush, wooded vale.
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Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf Course, Tourrettes
This beautiful golf resort offers two courses, each with 18 holes, set amongst pine and oak trees.
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Barbaroux Golf Course, Brignoles
Created by US architect Pete & PB Dye, Barbaroux is a favourite course in the region and has been voted in the top 50 courses by Golf World European.
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Set Golf Course
Set in the beautiful wooded countryside, this 18-hole golf course was designed by American architect Ronald Fream. The club incorporates the David Leadbetter Academy that offers lessons to suit players of all levels.
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Cabre d'Or Golf Course, Cabries
The Golf de la Cabre d'Or is only 20 minutes away from Aix-en-Provence et Marseille. This is a fairly new golf course which opened only in 2008.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Provence
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Saint Saturnin les Apt
Saint Saturnin les Apt sits on the edge of the Luberon forest at the foot of the mountains in Vaucluse.
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Gargas
Gargas is a small village that sits between three low lying hills and since the Provençal word for hill is 'gargan', you can see why the village got its name.
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Roussillon
Roussillon is wonderful village that is notable for its red rocks. You could be forgiven for thinking you've taken a wrong turn into Utah, with the starkly contrasting blue sky, red rocks and green vegetation.
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Apt
Apt lies at the heart of the Luberon and became a Roman colony thanks to its position on the Via Domitia - the Roman road built in France to link Italy to Spain.
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Joucas
The little village of Joucas is home to just over 300 inhabitants and can be found on the outskirts of the Luberon regional park.
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Saignon
Saignon is a small village sitting on a cliff band not far from Apt, at the very heart of the Luberon.