Maison de Gordes is a charming, stone-built house situated just a 5-minute walk from the center of Gordes, which is considered the most beautiful hilltop village in Provence. Boasting outstanding views across the countryside of the Luberon valley, this villa is ideal for honeymoons, small families, or two couples travelling together. Built into the olive-growing terraces that have defined the local landscape for centuries, Maison de Gordes is decorated in a timeless country house style, and has a large garden area with a pool, an outside kitchen, and several seating areas for sun and shade. With the rustic Gordes on the doorstep, dinner out is easy to reach and hard to resist. If you’ve had a long day exploring, however, it might be just as tempting to cook up something simple in the outdoor kitchen and savor the glorious Luberon views along with your favorite ice-cold tipple as the first stars of the evening appear. The Local area Gordes is known for its historical castle, stone-paved streets, and beautiful scenery. It is full of excellent places to eat, from pavement cafés to fine-dining restaurants. Try the Tuesday market for little take-home gifts such as lavender or linens as well as local honey, sausage, or ham. The French countryside is there to explore and crossed by multiple hiking paths and bike routes. Some are gentle, some seriously challenging and all well covered by the local tourist information maps. If you visit in lavender season, from late June to mid-August, the purple fields are an unforgettable sight; fans of this magical plant should visit the Musée de la Lavande at nearby Coustellet, which also has an excellent deli for picnic supplies. And if you’ve got the luxury of time on your side for exploration, the celebrated cities of Arles, Nîmes and Orange are all reachable within 60-90 minutes. There are many other stunning villages within a 20 to 30-minute drive from the villa, including Bonnieux, Ménerbes, Roussillon and Lacoste. Smoking - not allowedDue to the number of steps to the entrance, this property may not be suitable for young children or guests with limited mobility Weekly clean and linen change for stays of two weeks or more