£611 - £2283
(€695 - €2595)
Per property per week
Villa, sleeps 10, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Contact the owner
Contact the owner directly
Paul & Miriam Kluijtmans van Leuven
(Advertising since May 2007)
Tel: + 33 (0)687 061237
Tel 2: + 33 (0)672 611199
Website: visit owners website.
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South facade and pool. (1 / 31)
Pool and view to the east (2 / 31)
View from terrace (3 / 31)
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The spacious living with fireplace (5 / 31)
Veranda viewing over the vineyards (6 / 31)
...your lunch table end September (7 / 31)
Front view from garden level (8 / 31)
One of the bathrooms (9 / 31)
Bathroom detail... (10 / 31)
Evening light... (11 / 31)
...a fresh rosé in the afternoon.. (12 / 31)
View on the Dentelles from the villa... (13 / 31)
Village of Rasteau (14 / 31)
La Bacchante (15 / 31)
Master bedroom (16 / 31)
Bedroom 5 (17 / 31)
Masterbedroom detail (18 / 31)
Bedroom 4 (19 / 31)
Bedroom 3 (20 / 31)
Kitchen (21 / 31)
Harvest just left of the villa (22 / 31)
..one of your vineyard views.. (23 / 31)
...bedroom detail... (24 / 31)
Hiking in the Dentelles nearby... (25 / 31)
Garden detail (26 / 31)
Famous Vaison-la-Romaine within 10 mins. (27 / 31)
...in the garden the figs are ripening. (28 / 31)
The best lavender within 10 mins. (29 / 31)
Situated in the vineyards (30 / 31)
The owners and your hosts: Paul and Miriam (31 / 31)
Magnificent Villa in Provence with Pool and Staggering Views
Situated on a hill in Rasteau and surrounded by vineyards, Villa la Bacchante offers you a unique combination of vacation features. Breathtaking views of a typical Provencal landscape into the Ouvèze valley, 300 days of sunshine a year, a luxurious and styled interior, a pool and large garden (2000 m²) with olive and fig trees in an extraordinary setting, peaceful but not isolated.
Neighbouring the famous wine estate Domaine des Girasols and 800m from the centre of the old hilltop village Rasteau, well known for its high quality Côtes du Rhône Villages wines, you can collect your fresh bread every morning in the village centre, buy your wine for the evening next door, start on many hiking (GR4) and biking tracks, tour the wine estates, visit the best Provencal market in Vaison-la-Romaine and find a wide selection of excellent restaurants nearby (4 within 2 km ). Only 30 mins. from Avignon and 15 mins. from the base of the Mont Ventoux, viewing the Dentelles de Montmirail and the historical village Seguret in the south and the hills of the Baronnies in the east, you are able to enjoy all the highlights of the culture, nature and historical background of the Provence.
Built by the original winegrower of the area this provencal stone villa is now owned and managed by the co-owners of Domaine du Crestet (property ref. 484 on this site), only a few minutes away from villa La Bacchante. They have renovated the villa start 2007 based on their 7 years successful experience at Domaine du Crestet of providing luxurious rental houses to holiday makers from all over the world, many references are available. In four languages they will provide you a warm welcome and support during your stay at villa La Bacchante.
The villa is situated in a 2000m² garden situated on the south flank of a hill, well protected against the mistral. You will be struck by the open views of the landscape surrounding the garden. Various trees provide shaded spots for a lunch or just a nap in the afternoon. From the 4x10m pool you have 30km view into the valley. The pool is provided with a safety cover. The pool is very well exposed such that water temperatures are typically above 20C from start May to end September. The large covered veranda (25m²) gives the impression of a lookout post, but well equipped for a ten person dinner.
- The kitchen is equipped for gourmet lovers with a 6 pit hob and oven.
- The living room (40m²) - with large dining table and comfortable around the fireplace seating, has a spectacular high ceiling with an impressive exposed wooden truss work.
- The master bedroom has a double bed (160x200 cm) with an attached full bathroom: bath with shower over it, 2 wash basins, and toilet.
- The second bedroom has a double bed (2x90x200 cm) or 2 singles (90x200 cm). It has a shower and wash basin en-suite.
- The third bedroom has a double bed (2x90x200 cm) or 2 singles (90x200 cm) and a shower and wash basin en suite.
- Separate toilet in the hallway.
- The fourth bedroom is located at the lower level and has a double bed (160x200) and a bathroom with shower and separate toilet in the hallway
- The fifth bedroom is also located at the lower level, it has a double bed (2x90x200 cm) or 2 singles (90x200 cm), a sitting area and a wash basin/kitchenette, it shares the bathroom and toilet with the fourth bedroom
- Each bedroom has a unique view into the valley. All rooms have ceiling fans.
Downstairs
- Utility room and storage for bicycles accessible from the garden.
- Small wine cellar stocked with a nice selection of local wines for your consumption at cost charge.
Satellite TV Astra 1 and TNT, Tennis table, piano, petanque balls, . No smoking in the house. Wood for fire place provided. DVD collection.
Villa La Bacchante is situated just east of the centre of Rasteau in the direction of Roaix. 8 km west of Vaison-la-Romaine via the D975 and 22 km east of Orange (Autoroute A7), facing the Ouvèze valley, Rasteau (680 inhabitants) is a village of Upper Vaucluse wine-growers, perched 200 metres above sea level on a mound between plains and forests. The houses spread out at the foot of a beautiful 12th century Romanesque church, and the ruins of a 12th century château overlook the village.
You can't miss the huge shady square, right in the heart of the village. This is where the locals meet up, find out what's going on and have a good gossip. Around the square are a few shops, the café, the village school, the mairie, the post office and even a tourist office. You will also find in Rasteau a magnificent wine co-operative and a vine cultivation museum. Villa La Bacchante is neighbouring Domaine des Girasols who are happy to host you in their tasting room. Vaison-la-Romaine is just 5 mins. away to the east and this little town of 6000 inhabitants is the pounding heart of the region and provides a wealth of restaurants and shops, cultural events and historical places to visit.
- Hiking and biking: starting at the villa many tracks in between the vineyards and the forests.
- Horseback riding (10 min).
- Vaison-la-Romaine (5 min) - Chateau, roman amphitheater and village, Provencal market, brocante, restaurants and shops. One day provencal cooking course in private home.
- Séguret (5 mins) - one of the official "most beautiful villages in France", typical Provençal atmosphere and medieval character.
- Mont Ventoux (20-30 min) - cycling, hiking, skiing.
- Caves des Grand Crus du Cotes du Rhone (0-30 min). Wine tasting starts at the neighbours (Domaine des Girasols)! Upon request we organize wine tours in the region.
- Avignon (30 mins) - medieval city, numerous festivals, Chateau des Papes. Golf.
- Orange (20 mins) - Famous Roman amphitheatre, Golf
Local amenities
Nearest bakery: Rasteau (vaucluse)
Nearest supermarket: Roaix (vaucluse)
Nearest market: Vaison La Romaine (vaucluse) - Tuesday Morning, Best In Provence!
Nearest pharmacy: Vaison La Romaine (vaucluse)
Nearest bar: Roaix (vaucluse)
Tourist information: Rasteau (vaucluse)
Rasteau on the map
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Nearby place of interest
How to get to Villa La Bacchante
Plane: Closest international airports are: Nîmes (45 mins), Marseille (90 mins) and Lyon (120 mins)
Train: Avignon (35 mins.) has a state-of-the-art TGV (high speed train) station that brings Paris within 3 hrs. Orange (20 mins.) is the closest general railway station.
Car: La Bacchante is situated 20 mins. east of the A7 Autoroute from the Orange junction, and 30 mins. north-east of the Avignon junction.
Access options
Car Essential
Nearest airport
The nearest serviceable airport is Avignon [AVN]
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We like this house so much this was our second stay (two years running!). The house is great, lots of space, the pool is great, really good size and warm as well. Everything is there that you need, its quiet as well with only one neighbour who you rarely see. So if your looking for peace and quiet, great views, great accommodation and pool this house is perfect. Local area has nice restaurants / markets / places to visit. Butcher and Bakery in Roaix (about 10 mins drive away) are great as well. One note for anyone travelling with small children, if your arriving in the evening, I would get some essential supplies (milk, bread etc..) in on the way to the house, as the local shops (next village down) tend to shut about 7pm much earlier than we are used to in the UK (caught us out on 1st visit!). Would highly recommendGuest rating:
We spent 2 weeks in this superb villa, it's situation is excellent, an easy drive after leaving the autoroute at Orange. The surrounding countryside has something for everyone, our group aged from 6 to 70. Cycling, walking, historical visits all possible very close to the villa. We lunched in pretty hilltop villages close by, my favourite Villedieu. We visited Roman remains, walked in the vineyards, cycled between the nearby villages, one brave soul even cycled up the nearby Mont Ventoux. Most of all we relaxed and enjoyed all the wonderful things the villa offered, the pool with it's lovely terrace and amazing views, apéros under the trees in the garden area which lasted longer as the holiday went on. Lunches and evening meals on the veranda, bbqs with meat from the excellent butcher in Roaix and wine from the producer just next door. The villa was everything we expected and more. It is very well equipped, sharp knives and lots of wine glasses, a must on holiday! A lovely welcome from Paul who was unobtrusive but there to help if necessary, a fountain of knowledge of the local area. Thank you Paul & Miriam for a wonderful holiday.Guest rating:
Our stay at La Bacchante was lovely. Really nice house,great pool in a lovely location within the vineyards around Rasteau. Rasteau is a quiet village but the Friday night Pizza in the square is delightful as are the walks around the villa. Further afield there are plenty of adventures to be found. My family took part in cycling,paragliding,kayaking,walking through the streams of a Gorge and a visit to the nearest beech. Then,of course,there is wine tasting whenever wanted and lovely villages to explore. If you like peace or adventure or both you will enjoy. Thank you Paul for your hospitality. Tony Dove & familyGuest rating:
We spent a beautiful week at Villa La Bacchante in early May and were absolutely wowed by the property, the view, the location – pretty much everything! The house itself is lovely (exposed beams in the living room were an especially striking feature), tastefully appointed and very comfortable. We made extensive use of the well-tooled kitchen, enjoyed many meals on the covered veranda and relaxed on the lawn and in the pool. The living room with fireplace was very cozy on evenings when it was a bit too chilly for stargazing from the veranda. A brisk walk or a short jog across the vineyards into the village of Rasteau to pick up croissants and baguettes from the boulangerie became a delightful morning ritual and we enjoyed the easy access.Guest rating:
We lingered a month at Villa La Bacchante celebrating our 40th anniversary with a rotating group of adult family and friends. The best memories are the simplest. The early morning walks up to the boulangerie in Rasteau for croissants and baguettes. The friendliness of the butcher (one of the best we've ever run across) and the grocer in nearby Roaix (always warmly bemused, our French is not so good). The great produce at the weekly market in Vaison la Romaine that led to a new tradition: Rata-tuesday! As it was September, there was a never-ending harvest of figs and walnuts in the yard that led to a parade of fresh fig confiture, candied walnuts and fig tarts. September is the vendage, and despite being the busiest time of year, the neighbors at Domaine des Girasols , Paul and Marie Joyet, welcomed us for a formal tour arranged and conducted by our host, as well as informally getting us to "pitch in " with the work! Finally, a word about our hosts and new friends, Paul and Miriam Kluijtmans. There is seldom so much love, pride and care taken to be sure a home stays a home for all who are welcomed there. Be ready for their attention to detail and remember how much better this amazing and beautiful place is for it.Guest rating:
This was our second time at the villa and we had great fun.
It has a magnificent location with wonderful views and the villa is very comfortable with a good-sized swimming pool.
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The place is beautiful, you can't imagine the peace and the view we had while enjoying our breakfast of fresh goods of Provence from the terrace. Those lovely sunrises and sunsets we enjoyed from the garden or by the pool - rejuvenating experience. The house is well equipped, very clean and homely - it is much nicer than on the Internet. You can feel that it was furnished and decorated with care and love. The environment is suitable for gourmets, sports-lovers, the surroundings for historical monument fans, provincial market experts, wine tasters and people in romantic mood.
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We had a wonderful week in Villa La Bacchante. The villa was lovely, clean and fully equipped with everything that we needed, but the best thing was the views. The villa is located on a hill overlooking beautiful vineyards, with Mont Ventoux in the background. It was lovely to spend the evenings sitting out drinking rose, watching the sun go down. The pool was great - and properly gated - very important considering there were four young children staying in the villa.
The surrounding area was beautiful, and we had a fun evening at the Rasteau wine festival. We all felt like we would very much like to return next year, staying in the villa and continue to explore the truly beautiful area.
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It is a very nice house with a typical French touch. It is very well equipped and is lovely situated on a hill overlooking vineyards and the mountains in the background. The pool is great and we had every meal outside on a veranda. The children really liked the house.
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If God lived in France, he would live in Villa La Bacchante!
The perfect place to visit the Provence and when one doesn't feel like doing anything, the villa offers more than enough space and opportunities to do nothing at all!
A nice bottle of wine chilled in the freezer on arrival and delicious home made jam from the fig tree in the garden. All amenities in the vicinity. Lovely bedrooms, all with a breathtaking view.....
After not having been in France for a couple of years, I totally fell in love with the country and the people all over again.
Thanks Paul en Miriam for this piece of heaven....
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Our two weeks in La Bacchante in Rasteau have really changed something in our lives and there is not one day, when I don't think of this wonderful place. I guess that's the kind of holiday most people are looking for, and we were so fortunate to find it!!!!
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The house is very well kept and decorated with style. All bedrooms are spacious and very nice. The kitchen is quite small, but big enough to cook for a large number of people. The views to the mountains and vineyards around the house are magnificent. The location is perfect: many beautiful and nice villages within a short drive.
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| Property type | Villa (Self-catering) |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Bedrooms |
5 double bedroom(s) 1 cot(s) |
| Occupancy | 10 |
| Suitability | Unsuitable for wheelchair access, Non-smoking, Pets welcomed |
| Linen | €11 per person |
| Kitchen facilities | Dishwasher, Ironing facilities, Microwave, Tumble dryer, Washing machine, Gas hob, Electric hob, Electric oven, Fridge-Freezer, Washer-dryer |
| Internal facilities | CD player, DVD player, English satellite TV, Exclusive rental, Hi-fi system, Internet access (broadband), Owner not on site, TV, Wood burning fire or stove, Fans in rooms, Central heating (oil), Radio, Hairdryer, Wi-Fi Broadband Internet, Internet Access, Piano, Tea/Coffee making facilities |
| External facilities | Garden, Scenic views, Swimming pool (exclusive use), Barbecue |
| Activities nearby | Bird Watching, Boules, Canoeing, Canyoning, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Museums, Rock climbing, Sightseeing, Swimming, Table tennis, Tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring |
Changeover day: Friday
Last updated on: 1st July 2019
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| Accommodation rental period | Price |
|---|---|
| 20 September 2019 – 07 November 2019 |
€995 Per property per week
(£875 / $1097) |
| 08 November 2019 – 19 December 2019 |
€695 Per property per week
(£611 / $766) |
| 20 December 2019 – 02 January 2020 |
€1195 Per property per week
(£1051 / $1318) |
| 03 January 2020 – 02 April 2020 |
€695 Per property per week
(£611 / $766) |
| 03 April 2020 – 14 May 2020 |
€1195 Per property per week
(£1051 / $1318) |
| 15 May 2020 – 25 June 2020 |
€1595 Per property per week
(£1403 / $1759) |
| 26 June 2020 – 02 July 2020 |
€1995 Per property per week
(£1755 / $2200) |
| 03 July 2020 – 27 August 2020 |
€2595 Per property per week
(£2283 / $2862) |
| 28 August 2020 – 17 September 2020 |
€1495 Per property per week
(£1315 / $1649) |
| 18 September 2020 – 05 November 2020 |
€995 Per property per week
(£875 / $1097) |
| 06 November 2020 – 17 December 2020 |
€695 Per property per week
(£611 / $766) |
| 18 December 2020 – 31 December 2020 |
€1195 Per property per week
(£1051 / $1318) |
| 01 January 2021 – 18 March 2021 |
€695 Per property per week
(£611 / $766) |
Additional price notes
- Villa La Bacchante is available for rent all weeks of the year.
- 50 % of the rent is required on booking and is non-refundable. The balance is due 8 weeks before arrival. Please ensure you take out comprehensive travel insurance which includes appropriate cancellation cover.
- The service&cleaning fee is 120€ and the mandatory linen hire is €11 per inhabitant. Optional is bath and pool towels package: €9 per inhabitant. Prices are per week and include electricity, gas, water, wood for fireplace, internet access, kitchen towels and taxes. For the months October through April a 100€ per week winter heating charge applies, when the central heating is switched on. A security deposit of 300 Euro is due 8 weeks before arrival and the service and linen & towel fees are due upon arrival.
- Payments of the rent and security deposit are made by banktransfer or by credit/debit card via CurrenciesDirect.
- Change over day is Friday . Outside the season (Nov. -March) other days and daily rentals (min. 5) are possible upon request.
- In July and August 2 week rents minimal are preferred
- Last minute prices and special offers upon request.
- Tourist tax is due and depends on rent price and number of inhabitants: 0.85-2.53€ per adult per night