Villa rental Provence, holiday villa rental Provence

• Address: Carpentras / Ref; FP 2019

• Air conditioning
• Wifi
• Pool
• Walking distance to village
• Tennis
• Parking
• Cleaning service
• Concierge Service
• Cot
• Animals accepted
• Garden
• Views
• No smoking

• Pricing : From 0 €
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Just half an hour from the historic city of Avignon, Château de Tourreau is a beautiful 18th century Château that has been wonderfully restored to sleep up to 29 guests across its main house and farmhouse cottage.

Furnished traditionally yet with modern touches, experience the beauty and character of this unique and historic abode. Ideal for family holidays or an enchanting venue for a wedding celebration, each of the sixteen bedrooms is en suite, giving guests a touch of luxury in idyllic surroundings.

Outside, explore the large enclosed grounds with streams, orchards, mature parkland, formal gardens as well as squash, tennis and basketball. A large swimming pool is the perfect place to cool down on warm summer days and there are many quiet spots across the garden for a glass of Côtes du Ventoux wine from a local vineyard.

This region is steeped in history and tradition as you will discover when you visit the many pretty villages, market towns and famous cities. Experience the delightful ambience at local markets offering the very best regional produce and sample wines in some of France’s famous vineyards along the Rhône river.

Admire the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Avignon and Nîmes, follow Van Gogh’s footsteps in Gordes and St-Rémy and look out for musical concerts performed in the Roman theatres of Orange and Vaison-la-Romaine.

As well as specialising in holidays and weddings, both the château alone and the entire estate, including the farmhouse, are also perfect for business use – please enquire for further information and prices.

Accommodation:

Main Château:

Main living room
TV room
Pool table room
Library
Dining room for up to 15 guests
Kitchen-diner, fully-equipped with fridge, freezer, ice-machine, microwave, oven, hotplates, wok, washing machine, Nespresso machine and toaster

Main Château Bedrooms
Ground Floor;
Bedroom 1: Master bedroom suite with King-size  180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower

First Floor;
Bedroom 2: Master bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed, terrace and en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower
Bedroom 3: Master bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower

Second Floor;
Bedroom 4: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 5: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 6: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 7: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 8: Twin bedroom two single beds with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 9: Twin bedroom two single beds with twin beds and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Bedroom 10: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 11: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 12: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 13: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 14: Double bedroom suite with King-size 180cm bed with en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 15: Twin bedroom two single beds with twin beds and en-suite bathroom

Bedroom 16: Twin bedroom two single beds with twin beds and en-suite bathroom

Outdoors Features:

Swimming pool 25 x10m, depth: 4.5m with adjoining children’s pool 3 x 3m, depth: 0.6m
Outdoor shower
Al-fresco dining pavilion with lounge and kitchen/barbecue
Changing rooms with shower and W

Courtyard with fountain and al-fresco dining area
Fountain
Organic kitchen garden
Orchards
Aviary
Tennis and basketball court (floodlit at night)
Lawns for croquet, badminton and volleyball
Vast grounds (enclosed) including streams 

Features & Amenities:

Sleeps 29 guests:16 bedrooms:16 bathrooms
Wi-Fi (main chateau, courtyard and pool)
Air-conditioning
Home-cinema system with 55” screen and surround sound
Satellite TV with Netflix
DVD and Bluray player
Music system
Private tennis court
Basketball
Squash court
Pool table
Gym
Croquet
Badminton
Volleyball
Private 17th century chapel

Washing machine & Tumble dryer with ironing facilities

All Bed linen & towels

Dressing room

Hair dryer

Kitchen fully equipped with all appliances including, Dishwashers, Capsule coffeemaker etc..

Baby equipment Highchair/ Cot

Free on-site parking

Swimming pool

Private tennis court

Scanner/Printer

Private on-site parking

Children:

Children welcome

Baby equipment

Highchair & Cot/ Crib on request

Services & extras included in the Rental:

Pool and garden maintenance included
Continental breakfast included
Housekeeping services available (linen change once a week)

Final end of stay cleaning included
A Property Manager to help guests with any questions about the Château and area
A gardener, handy-man and housemaid are also present during the day

Extra Not Included in the Rental: on request when booking & subject to availability

Refundable Security Deposit 10 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment

Local Tourist Tax “Tax de Sejour “maybe applicable please enquire

Additional maid service approx. starting from 30 € per hour

Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival, extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the Security Deposit

Concierge service & assistance

Cancellation insurance

Local day trips or tours
Airport pick-up/drop-off
Babysitting/childcare services
Pre-Stocked Fridge Available

On-Site Concierge

Cooking/ Chef: will be able to arrange a wide variety of menus to suit guests' requirements. Menus can range from a sophisticated “degustation” menu highlighting the best of the French cuisine, to a menu of Provençal specialties, to a simple “home cooking” menu

The estate has its own cellar, and guests may choose a wide selection of some of the best wines available in the region and beyond.

Wine-tastings and vineyard tours in the local area can also be arranged.

Staff: 

The rental fee includes the services of the staff, excluding any guide charges. As prescribed by French labour law, each staff member is officially only permitted to work a 35-hour week. Guests should bear this in mind when requiring staff to work long hours. It should also be noted that staff will work in relays during the period 8.00 hrs - 24.00 hrs each day and each staff member will alternate in order to have two days off per week.

Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, the Château's concierge will always do their best to fulfil your requests!

Please Note:

Minimum stay 7 nights in July and August

Changeover day Saturday in high season & flexible during all other periods 3 nights

Pets are allowed on request

No smoking or vaping inside Chateau

Check in time: 4pm

Check out time: before 10am 

Personal means of transport advised 

Language spoken by staff French & English 

Location Information:

Local village Sarrians 2 km restaurants, Bars, Supermarket Intermarché

Carpentras 12 km

Gare d'Avignon TGV 30 km

Chateaneuf-du-Pape 17 km

Orange 15 km

Orange Golf Club 15km

Gordes 38 km

St Remy de Provence 46 km

Avignon Airport 33 km

Nîmes 82 km

Aix en Provence  97 km

Marseille Provence Airport 94 km

Château de Tourreau can be found half an hour north-east of the beautiful city of Avignon in the Vaucluse department of Provence. Avignon Airport is 32 km away or arrive by train into Avignon’s TGV station just south-west of the city.

You can walk to the local village Sarrians along the country roads 2 km or it’s just a few minutes in the car – it’s a charming place with all the basic amenities you should need such as a bar, café, pizzeria, bank and medical centre.

There are many other pretty villages in the area within a short drive as well as vineyards producing Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Ventoux wines. This region is also well known for its melons, truffles and sweet delicacies (calisson), all of which can be discovered in season at wonderful local markets in places such as Monteux 8 km, Aubignan 8 km and Carpentras 12km. Local farmers often bring their baskets of seasonal produce to sell directly from the traditional wooden trestle tables, placed under a canopy of plane trees.

As an extra payable service, the chef can prepare picnics for you to enjoy among the vineyards and orchards by the riverbank. There is also canoeing close by as well as horse-riding, hiking and lots of cycling especially with Mount Ventoux close by as well as cycling trails even closer between local villages.

Experience one of the many world-class operas and concerts that take place across the region, including concerts held in historic Roman theatres in Vaison-la-Romaine 28km and Orange 18k. Furthermore, the Summer Arts Festival in the old papal city of Avignon 27km is famous for its films, theatre and street performers.

The exquisite Roman city of Nîmes 68 km is just an hour away or follow in Van Gogh’s footsteps and spend time in the Gordes 38 km, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ or the charming town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence  46 km.

Indeed, the area is steeped in history. There are ruins, ancient villages, monuments, museums, medieval villages and towns and unchanged countryside to see and explore. The influence of Greek and Roman involvement over the last 2500 years is obvious everywhere.

Regional Information to Visit

Stay in and around the region of Avignon to discover picturesque villages, historic towns, Côtes du Rhône vineyards and beautiful landscapes of summer sunflowers, olive groves and rural countryside. This is a fantastic base for exploring much of Provence and beyond.

With its historic, gastronomic and cultural riches, the small city of Avignon stands proudly by the banks of the Rhône, home to vibrant markets, restaurants, wine-bars and impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites.

One of the most visited monuments of France, Le Palais des Papes is in the heart of the old city, next to the 12th century cathedral and leafy Jardin des Doms where you can admire gorgeous views of the river and Provençal countryside beyond. Soak up the rich history of Le Pont d’Avignon on a guided tour before heading over the river to capture photogenic shots of the city from île de la Barthelasse, France’s largest river island. Avignon’s little tourist road train is a great way to explore the historic city with young children.

Stock up on seasonal fruit, vegetables and regional delights at the beautiful covered market at Les Halles d’Avignon or wait for the main Saturday morning Provençal market near the 14th century Basilique Saint-Pierre. Embrace the city’s food scene across its many cafes and restaurants from the tourist haunts of Place de l’Horloge to hidden gems found on the charming side streets and shady squares of the old quarter. Avignon is also known for its Côtes du Rhône wineries and bars waiting to be discovered.

In July the 3-week long Festival d’Avignon takes over the city, a world-renowned event with contemporary performing arts, films and exhibitions taking place across theatres, cinemas and outdoor venues.

Beyond the city centre, hire bikes to cycle along part of the via Rhôna route or enjoy the landscapes of île de la Barthelasse passing farmland, orchards and vistas across the river towards Avignon’s city centre. Meanwhile, antique lovers won’t want to miss the Saturday morning brocante in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, one of Provence’s most famous flea markets, or venture further afield to the wonderful Sunday morning brocante in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.

Embrace the Provençal ambience across villages of the Vaucluse – one of our favourites is charming Pernes-les-Fontaines, loved for its many fountains and delightful market every Saturday morning and Wednesday evening in July and August. Velleron is famed for its early evening farmers’ market open throughout the year (six evenings a week from April to September) whilst Saint-Didier and Venasque are two other picture-perfect Provençal villages to discover.

Driving south instead, visit the art galleries and Wednesday morning market of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a bustling town on the edge of Les Alpilles where Vincent Van Gogh lived towards the end of his life. Enjoy lunch on a pavement terrace in the idyllic hilltop village of Eygalières (you may even spot a discreet A-list celebrity or two) or head south-west of Avignon to embrace the historic ambience of Tarascon and Beaucaire with their impressive castles overlooking the Rhône river.

Weddings & Events Information

This atmospheric and impeccably presented 18th century Château sits grandly at the end of a long avenue of ancient plane trees. It’s such a beautiful setting for a wedding and a lucky group of your guests can stay with you here in luxurious style.

The fully enclosed parkland provides more than a taste of Provence with its elegant formal gardens, orchards and streams as well as plenty of sporting facilities to enjoy in those spare moments. For the special day itself, there is an on-site chapel as well as other delightful spots for a ceremony such as by the bridge or the ornamental fountain. The subsequent wining, dining and dancing can all be enjoyed al fresco in the glorious outdoors or beneath an elegant marquee.

Indoor capacity - 0
Outdoor capacity - 150

Wedding Ceremony
A ceremony with up to 70 seated guests could take place in the on-site chapel or 150 people could be accommodated in the grounds by the fountain or next to the bridge. The château can provide you with details of an English-speaking celebrant.

Wedding Reception
There are many spots in the grounds for an outdoor reception of up to 150 seated guests or a marquee could be hired and placed on the grass or gravel. Dancing is able to continue at any of the outdoor locations with dancefloor hire. 

Additional Fees for Events
Pricing is created on request, please enquire for details.

Wedding Planning
The owners can recommend an English-speaking wedding planner, or the clients may arrange their own. The château requests that the event has a wedding planner who will oversee the day. The owners are able to supply you or your planner with all the necessary contacts to organise the various aspects of your wedding day.

Catering
The owners are able to recommend local caterers or clients may arrange their own.

Wedding Packages
The venue can provide extra cleaning on request. Day before and after events are permitted at an extra cost.

Where To Stay
Up to 15 people can sleep in the main château with a further 14 in the farmhouse on-site. 50 more guests can be accommodated in the same village and there are large hotels in the nearest town, 20 minutes away.

Venue Accessibility 
There is complimentary parking on-site. There is limited accessibility via public transportation, guests may need rideshares or taxis. There is limited wheelchair accessibility, please enquire for details.

Venue Back-Up
Tents can be set up outdoors for rain.

Wedding Suppliers
The venue has a range of suppliers for clients to use, but clients are also able to bring their own suppliers.

Flexibility on Duration
Yes, please enquire for details.

Children
Children are welcome, but no childcare services available.

Noise Restrictions 
Noise should be minimised after a certain hour (at all times it should be no louder than 90DB). The bass should be lowered at midnight; the volume should be reduced at 2am and stopped by 3am.

Other
There are no restrictions on decorations and themes - bring your creative ideas!

There is limited security measures in place (as always, guests are responsible for their belongings).

Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.

All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.

Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.

All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.