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Le Mas Colorado

Rustrel, Villars, Provence

FROM £ 2,199 PER WEEK

350m to village centre with café, restaurant and mini market.

Accommodation

Ground Floor: Open plan kitchen/dining/living room with doors to terrace (oven, microwave, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi). Utility room with washing machine. Cloakroom (WC).
First Floor: Principal double bedroom. Further double bedroom. Twin (can be made up as a double on request). Two shower rooms (no WC). Cloakroom (WC).
Outside: Terrace and gardens. Grassed area around pool. Barbecue. Parking area.
Private heated* swimming pool (7.5m x 5m).

Brimming with Provençal charm and with stylish interiors worthy of a magazine, Le Mas Colorado is an exceptional holiday retreat just 350m from the village centre with restaurant and café. Thoughtfully renovated, this country house combines traditional character with contemporary comfort. Stone walls, sage green shutters and lawned gardens create an idyllic first impression, while modern touches ensure a truly relaxing stay.

Inside, the interiors have been sympathetically decorated in a soothing palette of soft creams and greys, perfectly complementing the exposed beams and traditional windows. The ground floor has been opened up to create a light-filled living space, where the kitchen, dining area and lounge blend seamlessly. The fully equipped kitchen has everything needed for leisurely breakfasts or long Provençal suppers, while the comfortable lounge, with its striking circular feature window and views out to the garden, is the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring this beautiful corner of Provence. Upstairs, the elegant styling continues with three attractive bedrooms and two beautifully finished bathrooms, all designed for comfort and calm. French doors open onto the pretty tiered gardens with views across the countryside towards neighbouring hills. On the main terrace, just a few steps from the house, is a dining area, ideal for taking in the vista as you linger with a chilled drink. An inviting swimming pool offers the ideal spot to cool off on warm summer days. Ancient olive and fig trees create a peaceful atmosphere and shade from the sun, while pots of lavender add to the home’s authentic Provençal appeal.

Set within the charming village of Rustrel, the house is just a short stroll from the bakery, café and restaurants and a beautiful 17th century château, which is now the town hall. The surrounding area is excellent for sightseeing, hiking and cycling, with several trails close to the house. The spectacular Colorado Provençal, famed for its dramatic ochre landscapes and extraordinary colours, is not to be missed. The Luberon’s stunning mountain villages and lavender fields are also within easy reach. The picturesque villages of Bonnieux (25km), Gordes (28km) and Roussillon (20km) are a short drive away, while wine lovers can enjoy discovering the excellent local Luberon wines produced throughout this lovely part of Provence.

*Pool heating is available on request payable 150€ per week on arrival, except in July and August weeks when it is not heated. The water temperature achieved depends on the ambient conditions so is cooler in low seasons.
There are unprotected drops in the garden from the outside dining terrace to lawns and pool. Please see photos. Younger children will need supervision.

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Great Things to Do Near Le Mas Colorado

Drive along the country roads that go up and over the Plateau de Vaucluse

to Sault, famous for its lavender fields. Go at the beginning of July to see the area awash in the colour purple, or go on 15th August for the Fete de Lavande, held in Sault itself.

Visit a lavender distillery

The Luberon is renowned for its lavender fields. If you would like to learn about how it is processed, you could visit the 'Les Agnels' distillery just outside of Apt. Guided tours are available in July and August.

Visit Apt on a Saturday for the weekly market

or between April and October on a Tuesday morning too. Once you are stocked up on fresh fruit, bread, olives, have lunch in one of the many cafés.

A breath of fresh air!

Lovers of the great outdoors will feel spoilt - the Luberon is a magnificent region for walking and hiking, cycling, and spotting all sorts of flora and fauna.

Play a round of golf

The 9-hole Golf des Ocres was opened in 2024 in lovely countryside near the village of Villars. Also within the 'Domaine des Hautes Garrigues' site is a restaurant and pro shop.

A family cycle ride

If you have brought or rented bikes, why not cycle part of the Véloroute du Calavon, a former railway track which has been developed into a dedicated cycle path. Mostly flat, it is safe and easy for most abilities. It stretches between Apt and Cavaillon, with panoramic views of Luberon hilltop villages, lavender fields and orchards.

Wine tasting

The local vignerons often attend markets, and offer tastings on the spot. Or you can visit a nearby vineyard directly to taste and purchase some fabulous wine at really competitive prices. Most of these wines are not imported into the UK, so it's great to see what else is out there.

The villages of Oppède Le Vieux, Ménerbes and Lacoste

Set against a backdrop of craggy limestone hills, these restored three villages are extremely pretty and always bustling. You reach Oppède le Vieux on foot, leaving your car in the parking space below the village. Narrow pathways lead up to the 12th century castle at the very top of the steep rocky outcrop on which the village is built. The drive between Oppède and Ménerbes is lovely, with vineyards on either side. Wander the little streets of Ménerbes with its mixture of pastel coloured and stone houses, and pop in and out of the chic boutiques you will find there. The final village in the trio, Lacoste, is probably the most attractive, perhaps due to the fact that it is less restored than the others, and in part to the fabulous views it has over the valley. During the 18th century its castle was home to the Marquis de Sade.

Visit Roussillon

... home to rock formations, and the most vivid red hued soil you will have ever seen. The colours span the spectrum of reds, oranges and yellows and are truly amazing. The village itself is a delight to wander around with its arty shops and lovely cafés.

Lourmarin, in the Grand Luberon,

is a very pretty village, dominated by its chateau. Visit the chateau or explore the narrow streets lined with art galleries, cafes, and craft shops. Try the local sweet snack called gibassier which is a sweet cookie made with olive oil, shaped like an oval leaf and about a foot long.

Have a day out in Avignon,

the capital of the Vaucluse. Head for the car park called 'Parking Palais des Papes'. This underground car park is underneath the Palais des Papes square and so when you surface, you greeted with an awe inspiring view of the Palais itself.

Walk through the ochre landscape

Accessed from Rustrel, the ‘Colorado Provençal’ is a range of hills and former ochre quarries crossed by well-marked footpaths. Look out for the ‘fairy chimneys’, a river of sand, and various other striking formations caused by the quarrying. Keep your camera at the ready, to take stunning pictures of the vivid hues and surreal landscape.