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Owning a home in Provence is a dream for many—and sharing that experience with guests can be as rewarding as it is profitable. If you’re considering making your villa available for holiday rental, a few key steps can ensure your home stands out and delivers a top-tier guest experience. ✨ 1. Prepare Your Home for […]
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If you are looking to rent out your house in Provence to paying guests, there are several basic things you can do to get your property ready: Clean and declutter: The first step to getting your house ready to rent is to clean and declutter. Make sure the entire house is sparkling clean and free […]
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Head to Avignon, the gateway to Provence. It is colourful, culturally rich, full of artistic, architectural and gourmet pleasures – circled by 4.3km of superbly preserved stone ramparts. Inside the ancient city walls are broad, tree-lined streets and intriguing passageways leading to picturesque squares, shops, galleries, churches and museums. Take a mini-train ride around the […]
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Provence is often associated with a particular colour palette that reflects the natural beauty of the area, as well as the traditional architecture and art. One of the most famous colours of Provence is lavender, which grows abundantly in the region. The fields of lavender, with their bright purple blooms, are a symbol of the […]
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Provence, located in the southeast region of France, is famous for its diverse and delicious cuisine. Here are some of the best foods to try in Provence: Ratatouille – a traditional vegetable stew made with eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Bouillabaisse – a fish soup made with a variety of local […]
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If you’re looking for an easy day out from your base in Lourmarin, you can’t go wrong with this itinerary. Start your day with a visit to the exquisite Abbey de Senanque, a 12th century Cistercian abbey nestled between hills and surrounded by brilliant fields of summer lavender – one of the most iconic places […]
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Go to the Wednesday morning market in St Rémy-de-Provence, stroll along the boulevards under shade of century-old plane trees to discover squares and fountains, and through narrow streets lined with attractive boutiques and galleries that make the town’s historic centre so lively. Nostradamus was born here in 1503; the house, tucked away down a narrow […]
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Spend a couple of hours in the morning exploring the narrow little streets of Lourmarin. Walk the short distance to the Château de Lourmarin, a handsome 16th century castle, part of which is open to the public. It’s well worth a visit to see the furnished apartments, magnificent stairway and library of 28,000 books. Head […]
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