La Bastide Provençale - Terre D'ocre & de Lavande

Perched high in the Regional Nature Park, a land of ochre and lavender, your retreat—nestled in a small clearing on the hillside—offers a bucolic setting where you can savor the delights of the South and the unique landscapes of the Luberon’s small Provençal hills.

From the “Provençal Colorado” of Rustrel (10 min) to the picturesque little village of Gordes, from the multicolored streets of Roussillon to the lavender fields of Sénanque Abbey, here life flows gently to the rhythm of the seasons and the sun’s rays. Discover a region steeped in the culture of yesteryear. A region of nature and craftsmanship, shaped by human hands, where the temptation to linger over a chilled drink at the foot of a plane tree or on a terrace is never far away. Cavaillon melons, truffles, Luberon AOP wines, olive oil, candied fruits from Apt, the scent of lavender, 1,001 landscapes and traditions where the colors & aromas of the South of France blend together so delightfully!

You’ll be secluded in the heart of nature, in a small, peaceful hamlet on the hills above Viens, just a few hundred meters from where your hosts, Cécile and Lucas, live. Your lodge offers a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding countryside through its huge floor-to-ceiling windows!

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Due to the high risk of wildfires in the region, we are required to enforce a complete smoking ban in the area surrounding your cabin. We will be strict and vigilant in ensuring compliance with this rule. In the event of non-compliance, we will immediately terminate your stay and deduct a €1,000 security deposit. For smokers, we have set up a designated area with safety measures that must be followed. Be sure to ask your hosts where this area is located upon arrival.

Your cabin features all the amenities you need in a perfectly optimized 14 square meters:

* Queen-size bed 160x200 (sleeps 2)
* Convertible sofa (sleeps 1 additional person)
* Fully equipped kitchen - Living room
* Walk-in shower and eco-friendly (dry)
* Heating – gas stove
* Ceiling and portable fans to keep you cool
* Outdoor area with table and chairs (no grill)
* Soap, towels, and sheets provided
* Condiments provided
* Drinking water provided in a 5-liter container (do not drink tap water—it is not potable, comes from a cistern, and is used for showers and dishwashing)
* Cleaning service included
* Free parking space

NOTES:

* From the road, access to the cottage is via a dirt road for about 1 km, which is easily passable by car. However, very low-slung cars (such as sports cars) may not be able to pass or may scrape the ground in certain spots

* Pets are not allowed in the cabin (sorry to your four-legged—or fewer-legged—friends)

* The retreat is energy self-sufficient and isn’t connected to any utility grid (solar, gas, etc.). You’ll have all the usual comforts, but the idea of alternative living is also about becoming more mindful of your consumption


At Homnest, we immerse you in a world of extraordinary adventures, bringing you as close as possible to local communities and their residents. Our concept? We build stunning eco-lodges. Then, we set them up for free at the homes of friendly hosts who want to welcome travelers, right in the heart of their regions, passions, and local attractions. Our goal is to set up 1,000 lodges with 1,000 fantastic hosts all over the world (including Antarctica). Welcome to Cécile and Lucas’s home in the Luberon.


Adventures big and small right at your fingertips:

- The Ochre Quarries of Rustrel (10 min)
- The picturesque village of Viens (5 min)
- The Luberon Regional Nature Park (5 min)
- The Rustrel Lake (10 min)
- The Oppedette Gorges (10 min)
- Simiane-la-Rotonde Castle (15 min)
- The hilltop village of Simiane-la-Rotonde (15 min)
- The Rocher de Bellevue (20 min)
- The Claparèdes Plateau (25 min)
- The Saint-Elzéar Mill in Montfuron (25 min)
- The medieval village of Mane (30 min)
- The ochre mines of Bruoux (