Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family retreat in Provence
Lou Cantoun is a spacious and welcoming family house located 2 miles from the lively 11th Century hilltop village of Flayosc. Situated in a secluded but not isolated location, it is ideally placed for exploring the immediate Haut Var area and beyond – Nice, the Riviera Coast and Aix en Provence can all be reached in about an hour. The villa’s extensive open plan living area is light, cool and airy, accomodating up to 8 people, with 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms. The 10 x 5 meter, heated pool is child friendly. Just five minutes walk away is a large 25 meter pool also available to the residents of Lou Cantoun. A mature and well maintained garden surrounds the property and offers the perfect retreat for extended families.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Flayosc
Located in Flayosc, this villa is in a rural area. Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Provence and Terra Rossa Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eglise Saint Michel and Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Tour de l'Horloge de Draguignan - 24 min drive - 13.6 km
Les Sentiers de La Dracenie - 24 min drive - 15.5 km
Domaine Rabiega - 24 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Les Arcs Draguignan Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Chateau de Berne - 15 min drive
Château de Berne - 16 min drive
Le Bistrot du Château de Berne - 15 min drive
Le Farniente Espellette - 6 min drive
Bar Café Grillon - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Family retreat in Provence have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Family retreat in Provence?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family retreat in Provence on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$494, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Family retreat in Provence pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Family retreat in Provence?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family retreat in Provence?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family retreat in Provence?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family retreat in Provence located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Domines des Rabelles, Domaine Saint Jean de Villecroze, and Château Thuerry. Aurelian Way and Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Provence are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time overall. The property is gorgeous, and is set in a quiet residential neighbourhood. Check-in was clear, the property was clean and well-equipped. Lovely shady poolside terrace where we spent a lot of time relaxing. Great pool.The owner and his local agent were prompt to respond to any queries. Well-located to explore the region. We all had a great time.
This is a lovely, comfortable, well-equipped house. We had trouble finding it . GPS got us to the street, but the numbering system was not clear. When we got there, the power was out because of a storm, and there was no internet. The owner was reached by phone and told us where the fuse box was located so we had power. However, it took four days to get internet.
Ann R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Sorry that you had problems finding the house. I sent you detailed instructions with photos, but you drove past the house without apparently recognizing it.
We had violent storms before your arrival, and it took weeks to repair the damaged phone line. It took us 2 working days to organize a mobile 4G router.
I must also say that you apparently didn’t reach our contact person on the site because you didn’t dial the complete phone number. It was a stormy arrival indeed 😉
Archival
6/10 Okay
Jesper G.
29 August 2017
Super indoor - outdoor need some maintenance
We are a family of 6 incl. 4 kids at the age of 11 to 17, stayed at the house for two weeks in July 2017. Following is our pro's and con's when reviewing the house.
Pro's
* The communication with the owner is very good and without any problems at all
* During our stay, we ran out of gas for the barbecue and one of the cisterns didn't work. Both were fixed immediately
* Indoor the house is very well decorated with lots of space. Especially the newly reconditioned kitchen and connected the outdoor dining area was great and we enjoyed spending family time there.
* Next to the pool area there is a nice shadowed lounge area with relaxing settings, overviewing the pool
* All linen and towels you need is available
* The house is located on a relatively quiet road and surrounded by high trees that give you 100% privacy. On the other hand that does also mean there are no views from the house, and the pool area can get hot when the trees block for the wind
* Nearby, within walking distance, there is a large public pool
Con's
* Our biggest issue was problems with wasps. Daily there was constantly 50-100 wasps at the pool drinking. The result was we didn't use the pool as much as we would have liked and use to do on other vacations with private pool. We have informed the owner about the problem.
* In general, the outdoor area is worn, but especially the area around pool and the pool house needs some maintanaince
* Even though the house fits 8 people there are only 4 sunbeds available.
* Wifi is of very low quality. It is a slow ADSL line with a very old router that had a few meter range. If you have teenagers that want to be online 24/7 it can end up being an issue.
Jesper G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks for your comments. while I’m happy about the pro’s, I think I have to comment on the con’s. :
* we indeed had a problem with wasps at the start of the season, but it took some time to figure out where they came from. We eventually got a clue from guests that they came from the roof. They were hiding under the tiles. We had the whole roof (150 sqm) treated by a professional end of July. The wasps were then no longer an issue.
* the pool and pool area are cleaned twice a week. The tiles are in very good condition. The pool house is a fairly recent construction, but we added antique shutters as an eye catcher. The paint is somewhat peeling, but it’s intentional. It’s a matter of taste. This is an old house and we don’t want it to look brand new or over-renovated. We’ll have some of the shutters re-painted very soon though.
* I ordered 4 extra sun beds - they will be there in October.
* We changed the Internet provider last year and got a new router (box). Internet can be slow, we are in a rural area. You can check emails and surf on the Internet, but streaming is no fun. I’m considering trying another provider next year.
Très belle location, située dans un cadre agréable et paisible. La région mérite vraiment le détour : entre villages pittoresques, paysages spectaculaires des gorges du Verdon, proximité de la mer et du lac de Sainte-Croix
Ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt in einem schönen Ambiente
Wir hatten diese Ferienwohnung für 5 Wochen über die Osterzeit gemietet. Aufgrund der vielen Fotos in der Anzeige hatten wir schon eine gute Vorstellung von dem Haus, aber als wir dann ankamen, waren wir doch sehr begeistert von dem Zustand, der Ausstattung und der Lage des Hauses. Es befindet sich auf einem Bergkamm in absolut ruhiger Lage und optimaler Sonnenausrichtung. Alle Schlafzimmer sind nach Osten ausgerichtet, sodass man morgens - so man denn will - von der Sonne geweckt wird. Das Wohnzimmer ist nach Süden und Westen orientiert und mit 4 großen Fenster-Türen ausgesprochen hell. Ausreichend Sitzgelegenheiten sind um einen großen, ausgesprochen gut ziehenden Kamin gruppiert. Das Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Am meisten begeistert hat uns der Arbeitsplatz in der Küche, hinter der Arbeitsfläche mit Gasherd und Waschbecken öffnet sich der Blick über die gesamte Küchenlänge auf das grüne Tal mit vielen Bäumen.Der Pool ist sehr schön gelegen, mit ausreichenden Liegemöbeln versehen und durch wöchentliche Pflege sehr gut gewartet. Hilfe vor Ort war immer und zu jeder Zeit vorhanden.Zusammengefasst können wir sagen, das dieses Haus sehr zu empfehlen ist.Margret, Klaus, Heidi und Sandra
Le propriétaire nous a proposé d'arriver plus tôt, la maison était prête, Merci à lui ! Mais nous avons vite déchanté car la maison n'était pas du tout accueillante : mauvaises odeurs, nettoyage mal fait, l'eau de la piscine pas belle, des nids de guêpes, ... Le propriétaire a très vite réagi et a fait le nécessaire pour qu'on puisse passer un bon séjour.
Rien ne manquait. Maison correspondant à l'annonce. Spacieuse et très agréable. Très bien équipée en vaisselle et ustensiles de cuisine.
Espaces extérieurs et piscine très agréables également.
Avons bien profité de notre séjour
Very nice house with a big pool and close by many nice villages. We had the possibility to grill and to Play Ping pong. The house had four bedrooms and good space. In the negative we can say that there were wasps at the stairs in the pool and some at the terrace. I spoke to the owner about this and he was going to take care about it.
La maison est encore plus agréable et confortable que ce que nous pouvions imaginer d’après les photos. La maison est hyper bien équipée, rien ne manque, tout est parfaitement fonctionnel, la grande cuisine est lumineuse et l’agencement est très pratique, reliée directement à une terrasse ombragée pour prendre les repas dans une ambiance agréable. Nous avons apprécié, tout particulièrement la grande piscine, les nombreux transats, la douche autour de la piscine, les grandes chambres, la décoration raffinée, les 3 belles salles de bain et le jardin doté de belles plantes et arbres fleuris tout autour du domaine. La maison se trouve à moins de 10 minutes en voiture du village pittoresque de Flayosc pour les achats alimentaires, les petits restaurants et les petits commerçes. Nous recommandons sans hésitation cette maison pour passer des vacances exceptionnelles dans le Var, à moins d’une heure des Gorges du Verdon et de la mer (Sainte Maxime, Frejus, Saint Raphaël).
tres bon sejour a flayosc , dans cette jolie villa , vaste , propre , calme , tout en etant assez proche des commerces , tout était conforme a l'annonce et proprietaire reactif si besoin ...
Villa au calme, très agréable et conforme à la description. La localisation à moins d’une heure du Verdon et de la Côte est appréciable. La communication avec le propriétaire est fluide. A louer sans hésiter !
La maison dispose de tout le confort nécessaire pour des vacances réussies (piscine, climatisation dans les chambres, cuisine moderne, hi-fi, bbq, 2 vélos, table de ping pong, raquettes de plage). Nous aurions apprécié une literie plus ferme ainsi qu'un frigo plus grand. Pour qui désire visiter la région, la maison est idéalement située entre les parcs naturels et la côte d'azur.
Florian T.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Merci bien pour les commentaires. Les matelas sont récents, nous les trouvons raisonnablement fermes, je pense que c'est une affaire de goût. Quant au réfrigérateur, c'est un modèle familial avec compartiment congélateur séparé. Nous nous rappellerons votre commentaire, si nous devons le changer.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Francois C.
21 August 2018
Excellente prestation
La location était fidèle à la description : d'une très grande qualité. Calme absolu, maison très agréable à la décoration soignée, piscine grande et agréable avec tout le matériel nécessaire pour en profiter, propriétaire à l'écoute. S'il fallait néanmoins trouver un bémol, il y aurait le wifi défaillant, mais le propriétaire doit gérer cette difficulté, et l'eau qui commençait à verdir, mais le propriétaire a immédiatement réagi en envoyant quelqu'un, lequel a été efficace...Une maison que nous relouerions sans hésiter !
Francois C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara A.
10 August 2018
It was amazing - a dream house so well equipped and everything taken care of.
We just es loved the house and the settings were perfect. You really feel at home and you do not miss anything as it is there. So clean and you feel welcome right away. Love to come back.
Also to mention that there great restaurants in Flayosc.
The host was so polite and informative.
Our best recommendation 👌🏼
Sara A.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Sheila D.
7 August 2018
Very comfortable, well located and cared for property.
We enjoyed our stay in this very well equipped and cared for house. The pool was lovely and everything worked very well with good contact from the owner. Perhaps my only and minor quibble is that the sofas were a bit worn and could do with an upgrade soon. Altogether a lovely stay in this well located and comfortable house. We loved going to the market in Salernes, lunch in Tourtour and Flayosc, seeing the Gorge de Verdon...lots to do!
Sheila D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peder O.
10 July 2018
Great rental for a family of five
Our family of 2 adults + three kids (11, 14 & 16 years of age) had a great 10 days in this house. Everything worked out as advertised or better. The house is very functional with a nice kitchen and space for social activities outdoors and indoors + a great pool. We would certainly recommend it for a relaxing vacation!
Markets, shops and restaurants are a 10+ min drive away and there is a lot to discover and enjoy in the area.
The owner is very helpful and knowledgeable.
As we learned before we booked, the internet connection to the house is very, very slow. At times, it is not usable at all. 4G coverage is, however, sufficient in the area and inside the house.
We are happy that we chose to rent this property and would definitely consider coming back again!
Peder O.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Rene L.
27 June 2018
Nicht alles wie erwartet/versprochen!
Das Haus ist groß und bietet genug Platz für 8 Personen, jedoch es gibt nur 4 Liege am Pool (wurde in 2017 schon bemängelt und der Eigentümer hat versprochen, dass in Oktober 2017 4 zusätzliche Liege vorhanden sein würden.) Diese waren immer noch nicht da. Der Pool war die erste Tage nicht oder viel zu wenig beheizt, erst nach ein paar Tagen war das Wasser über 20°C. Der Gemeinschaftspool war unbenutzbar: völlig verdreckt/grün.
WLAN ist immer noch sehr schwach, Bereich max. 6 meter von Router.
Das Haus hat mit Sicherheit Scharm, aber auch viel überfällige Wartung.
In den Badezimmer lagen überall noch benutzte Seifestucken herum, sowie alle Gegenstände von Eigentümer oder vorherige Mieter.
Die Überdachung der Terrasse schützt im Fall von Regen nur 4 Personen.
Außerdem gab es bei Ankunft schon eine Ameise-plage, besonders in der Küche.
Rene L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Die 4 zusätzliche Liegen habe ich kurz nach Ihrer Abreise abgeholt (fairerweise muss ich aber erwähnen, daß Sie für 2 Personen gebucht hatten, und kurz vor Ihrem Aufenthalt 7 Personen angemeldet haben).
Wir hatten ein paar sehr kühle Tage vor Ihrer Anreise, die Nächte sind in Mai immer noch sehr kühl, es ist nicht ganz selbstverständlich den großen Pool zu heizen. Sorry.
Der Gemeinschaftspool öffnet erst Ende Juni.
Das Haus wurde vor Ihrer Anreise gereinigt. Es hätten sich aber keine persönliche Gegenstände/ Seifenstücke im Badezimmer befinden müssen. Wir werden in Zukunft besser darauf achten.
Die Internetverbindung ist nicht sehr zuverlässig. Wir sind leider auf dem Land, und meine Nachbarn haben ähnliche Probleme mit verschiedenen Providern. Der Router ist erst 2 Jahre alt und wird vom Provider gestellt. Ich werde beim Provider nachfragen, fürchte aber, ich kann da nicht viel bewegen. Wir haben immerhin einen guten LTE Empfang (Video streaming ist möglich) vom 1. Stock des Hauses.
Die (kleinen) Ameisen habe ich erst in Juni gemerkt und Ameisenfalle mit Langzeitwirkung verteilt. In meinen Augen ist es ein ernst zu nehmenden Problem, aber noch keine Plague.
Tut mir leid, dass das Haus Ihre Erwartungen nicht ganz erfüllen konnte. Wir hatten etwas Stress vor Ihrer Anreise, weil eine Dusche komplett ausgetauscht musste. Sie waren die ersten Gäste nach der langen Winterpause. Wir müssen sicherlich das Haus nächstes Jahr besser vorbereiten. In Juni konnten wir vieles nachbessern. Diese späte und schlechte Bewertung empfinde ich trotzdem als eher ungerecht, zumal wir einen guten Kontakt hatten.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
aurélie s.
11 September 2017
Maison chaleureuse au calme - idéalement équipée
Cette maison familiale rénovée est tout à fait soignée et équipée pour des vacances hors du temps. Un véritable Home Sweet Home en Provence. Piscine privative des plus agréables.
aurélie s.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sven J.
6 September 2017
Klasse Ferienhaus mit Niveau
Das sehr stilvolle und Provence-typische Ferienhaus bietet reichlich Platz und Komfort. Wir (4 Erwachsene und 2 Kinder) hatten in diesem Anwesen nichts zu vermissen. Schöne Sitzgelegenheiten am Pool, als auch an der Küche. Alle Zimmer sind sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet.
Auch bietet die Umgebung viele Möglichkeiten zu Ausflügen (Verdon, le Thoronet) und Stadtbesichtigungen (Märkte: Sillans, Cotignac und Lorgues!).
Dieses Domizil ist für einen entspannenden Urlaub nur zu empfehlen.
Sven J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sue S.
17 August 2017
Feels like home - Everything ready for a relaxing holiday with family or a group of friends
Great about the house:
- Many different spaces inside and outside, everyone can find a private spot
- Feels very at home, as if staying with friends
- very calm an secluded
- the wonderful pool + the big community pool nearby
The owner responded quickly when there was a problem with wasps, they were removed the next day. Thank you, we will certainly come again, with pleasure!
Sue S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Glad to read you enjoyed the house. And thanks for helping us getting rid of the wasps.