“Experience life in a charming Provencal farmhouse overlooking the Rhone Valley. With the views, the aromas from the wines in the cellar, and the fragrance of the produce from the local markets, it is truly a paradise.”
The owner
The House
Calm, seclusion, and charm are the words to describe La Jassine des Trois Montagnes. The house is private and peaceful and surrounded by vineyards, with the monastery bells chiming faintly in the distance.
Facilities include:
- a substantial main room with a large fireplace
- a sitting room with a nook fireplace
- a fully equipped kitchen with a Lacanche stove
- a master bedroom with a king sized bed, an “en suite” shower room, and a balcony overlooking the Mont Ventoux
- 3 other double bedrooms; two with queen sized beds and one with twin beds. All with views to the olive grove and the mountains
- 2 other bath/shower rooms and a downstairs powder/toilet room
- an office area
- a 1,000 bottle underground wine cellar with tasting table, and wines on offer
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a 7m x 15m stone swimming pool with gating and pool alarm - indoor dining for up to 18 people
- outdoor dining for a dozen people on several different terraces, with a wood burning outside grill
- a garage and bicycle storage in the stone outhouse
- a professional upright Petrof piano
Extra Amenities
- WiFi
- TV and large pluggable computer screen, ipod speaker dock
- The propety’s own olive oil pressed by local monks
- Dishwaher,washing machine, clothes dryer and outdoor line, ironing facilities
- Baby crib and chair, toys, all available. Childrens’ on site ‘treasure hunt’ devised by owners’ children
- All linens and towels provided, including pool towels
- Tennis court nearby.
- Running trails and walking circuits from property. Maps on site.
The Temperature
As the property is on a hillside at an altitude of 400 metres, even in mid summer the house remains cool. The main terrace enjoys the shade of the ancient oak, and the gentle summer breezes. In the wintry seasons the substantial stone walls and the modern central heating ensure comfortable temperatures.
The Wine
The vineyard is 10 minutes away by car on the slope of the next mountain. It is within a 25-acre property about half planted and half wooded. The vineyard property is criss-crossed with footpaths and bridleways, and fantastic views in all directions. An ideal place for picnics.
The wine is made in a nearby winery. Most of it is stored there, although there are always many bottles in the Jassine cellar. There are two red wines : the LOU BAR ROU and the LOU VEN TOU, both sold exclusively in the US.
The Monastery
The vineyard is at walking distance from a very active monastery, with a group of 80 young monks, who amongst many other occupations also press the Jassine olives.
Music
La Jassine des Trois Montagnes isn’t just for wine lovers. It is also a wonderful retreat for musicians and composers. The sitting room is a, peaceful place to play or compose.