Unique 18th Century Provence Mill
Rental Info
- Price:
- From EUR 150
- Property Type:
- House
- Floor:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Security Deposit:
- USD 300
- Minimum Stay:
- 2 Nights
- Max. Guests:
- 10
- Pets Allowed:
- Yes
- Smoking Allowed:
- No
- Check-In/Out:
- 16:00 / 10:00
Rental Details
Back in the 18th century, the Moulin de Bellevue (the “Beautiful Views Mill”) was one of the largest water mill of the region. For those seeking comfort, character and style, it is now a beautifully renovated Provencal guest house in the heart of Drome Provencale.
The mill offers everything you need for perfect holidays with family and friends:
- The entire mill section across two floors over a 150 sqm surface to accommodate up to 10 people comfortably
- The ground floor is a large open plan kitchen with double sink and large work surface area. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern equipment including oven, stoves, fridge and freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, washing machine, cutlery and linen.
- A large open entertainment area including a welcoming wooden dining table and living room with wooden floor throughout, original beams and stone walls.
- The first floor includes four bedrooms (three with double beds, one with two single bunk-beds, plus two mattresses if required).
- Two bathrooms, including one en-suite bathroom with shower, double sinks and toilets, and one family bathroom with bath tube, and two separate toilets. Bath towels are provided for all the guests.
- The accommodation is equipped with TV, hifi and wi-fi internet access throughout
- The mill has a very enviable south facing sun-drenched garden so you get the sun all day, which makes it great for children or long lunches with friends and family. Your will have your private access to the mill, parking space and outdoor equipment, including outdoor furniture, umbrella and barbecue.
Our family, who speaks French and English, live the house next door to the mill. We will be delighted to welcome you the day of your arrival, show you the property, give you the keys and make sure that you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. We'll be happy to help you shape your itinerary, and give you a few tips and advices on good adresses to discover the region, if you wish to. We are also available in case of help or emergency. Your privacy and quietness during your stay is paramount to us.
The mill is very conveniently situated in a residential area of Saint-Paul-Trois-Chateaux, which makes it a very quiet and peaceful place where you will not be bothered by the noise of cars. But it is also within walking distance of all the old town’s activities and amenities such as:
- A great selection of Provencal cafes and restaurants terraces in the old town for different tastes and budgets, such as pizzeria, provencal bistros and gastronomic restaurants.
- However, weekly food markets provide such excellent produce you might prefer to use the well equipped kitchen and eat on the terrace during the summer. The market is a perfect opportunity to discover local specialities (fruits, vegetables, olive oil, cheese) and meet local producers.
- Bakeries, convenience stores, news agencies, supermarkets and wine stores
- Cinema, concert hall, sport equipment, bowling and bars
- If required, banks, post office, pharmacies, gas station, and GPs
Saint-Paul-Trois Chateaux is the capital of the Tricastin, a natural and historic region in the Southern Rhone Valley between Drome and Vaucluse. It is a picturesque and animated town with a rich history from the Roman times. From this ancient times, the fortified town has kept a rich legacy, a unique art de vivre and a beautiful old town with its Roman cathedral, stone made old houses and pedestrian streets where you will find an excellent selection of restaurants and boutiques.
The town, with its sunny climate and enviable situation between hills, lavender fields and Provence, has plenty to offer to visitors, all year round. A number of sport activities are available for the whole family, such as tennis, golf, cycle lanes, gym swimming pool, stadiums and bowling. You will also enjoy a rich cultural life (cinema, concert hall and festivals) and discover the Provencal wine and gastronomy based on local specialities such as olive oil, black truffle, cheese, honey and the famous nougat from Montelimar.
The Drôme Provençale region is located between the south of the Rhone Valley and the north of Provence, which makes it the perfect base to explore the wonders of Drome, the Provence and the Ardeche region:
- The beautiful nature with fields of lavender and sunflowers, olives, apricots and truffle oaks.
The gorges of the Ardèche river, the hills, rivers, forests and mountains offer unforgettable excursion possibilities – hiking, biking, horseback riding, or kayaking.
- A rich cultural heritage: numerous perched stone villages, châteaux and Roman churches, such as Grignan, Montbrun or la Garde Adhemar
- An extensive artistic life with concerts, art exhibitions and numerous festivals - Mozart in Saou, jazz in Crest, choral festival in Orange and Vaison-la- Romaine, theater in Avignon and the literary correspondance festival in Grignan.
- The numerous provençal markets, handicrafts, brocantes and antiques such as Nyons, L’Isle sur Sorgue, Uzes.
- The traditional, pavement café bars and winding streets with interesting shops and restaurants ranging from country inns to gastronomic restaurants to discover Provencal gastronomy.
- For wine amateurs, a wine tour in the Grignan-les-Adhemar, Crozes-Hermitage, Gigondas and Vacqueyras famous wineries
- The vibrant cities and shops of Montelimar (25 mn drive), Avignon (40mn), Nimes (50 min), Marseille (1h20)
- The Riviera beaches such as the Saintes-Marie-de-la-Mer or Cassis with its calanques, next to Marseille (1h30 drive).
Amenities
- Bed Linen & Towels
- Kitchen
- Wireless Internet
- Internet
- Cable TV
- TV
- Gym
- Parking Included
- Air Conditioning
- Washing Machine
- Free Cleaning
- Balcony
- Pool
- Doorman
- Wheelchair Access
- Outdoor Space
- Elevator
- Breakfast