Ideally situated less than 10 min from Lac Ste Croix and 5 min from the market town of Riez. This charming gite, is one of two gites in the old farmhouse of Bel Air situated just off the Riez to Quinson road on the Plateau de Valensole, surrounded by lavender fields, truffle oaks and olive groves.
Previously a lavender farm, the building is over 250 years old, full of character with exposed beams and stone walls.
From the parking area the property is accessed via a little path onto a large private terrace with a table and chairs . A mature grape vine grows over the pergola
The front door into the gite is directly off the terrace and leads into a large open plan living/dining/kitchen area with a lovely exposed stone walls and old beams. The antique furniture is original to the property. There is a comfortable sofa which converts into a double bed for extra guests. The dining table seats four and the kitchen is modern and very well equipped with beautiful marble work tops.
There is a wood burning stove which quickly makes this gite warm - ideal for early and late season breaks.
An antique spiral staircase leads to the first floor landing, ahead is a modern bathroom with large shower and to the right is the bedroom with original beams, a king size bed, wardrobe and bedside chairs. The bedroom has a lovely view over the garden to the lavender fields beyond.
The driveway opens into a large front garden area which is solely for the use of the guests. There is a parking space for one car.
The gite has its own private entrance path and 24m/2 terrasse.
Gite Olivier is in the heart of the Park Naturel Regional du Verdon , an area of outstanding beauty. Lavender fields, olive groves and truffle oaks meet the foothills of the Alps.
The park is home to a wealth of flora a fauna as well as wonderful scenery. The Verdon gorges, Plateau de Valensole and Verdon Lakes are some of the sights not to be missed.
Lac Sainte Croix, the most impressive Lake, is less than 10 min away and has stunning blue water, perfect for swimming and watersports.
The Plateau De Valensole embodies the quintessential image of Provence, with vibrant purple lavender fields, sunflower-filled valleys, and peaceful charming hilltop villages. The flowering fields are interspersed with shimmering olive groves and neat truffle oak plantations.
Although there are many beautiful walks from the front door it is essential for guests to have their own transport to explore this wonderful area.
Moustiers Sainte Marie, the Gorges du Verdon, Greoux les Bains, many lovely old villages and the stunning scenery of Provence are on your doorstep..
There is a 3 night minimum booking period in April, May, June, Sept and Oct.
In July and August only 7 night bookings are taken with a SUNDAY changeover day.
Please note - bed linen and towels are not supplied as standard. These can however be supplied if required at and additional charge of 25€ (for 2 people).