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La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence

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Main front bedroom with panoramic views
Private Patio under the wild figs and vines
kitchen/diner
The cascade itself outside front door
Bedroom 1, can be a single, twin or super-king double

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Aups, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Place, Place Martin-Bidoure
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Frederic-Mistral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gorges du Verdon
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence

La Cascade takes its name from the small mill stream that tumbles down, right opposite the front door. It's part of an 18th century water-powered olive mill, Le Moulin de la Montre (spot the remains of the old sundial), and a small bridge leads to your private patio with wild fig and vines. You're only 10 min walk under the plane trees from the unspoilt village with its Wednesday and Saturday markets, bakeries, cafes and numerous exceptional restaurants. With 2 double bedrooms, a traditional kitchen, bathroom, separate WC and lounge (with an extra double sofa-bed), La Cascade enjoys a panoramic view over Aups towards the mountain ranges of Provence to the south. With many local festivals, a wide range of activities and delightful hill villages nearby it is ideally situated for exploring the beautiful, turquoise Lac St Croix (20 min by car) and the spectacular Gorge du Verdon (30 min). Parking at the Moulin for 2 or 4 wheels. Our normal change-over day is Saturday but there can sometimes be flexibility, so do ask.
Winter attractions include wild-boar and small game hunting and the renowned truffle market (every Thursday from end of Nov to early March) with the Fete des Truffes on the last Sunday in January.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aups

Located in Aups, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lac de Sainte Croix and Gorges du Verdon. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and cycling nearby.
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Aups, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Place Martin-Bidoure - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Place Frederic-Mistral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lac de Sainte Croix - 30 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Gorges du Verdon - 46 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Historic Moustiers Sainte Marie - 61 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Vidauban Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Farigoulette - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Tourtour - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Le Relais Saint Denis - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Gaudinette - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence on 30 March 2026 start from NZ$150, 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.

How much is parking at La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Cascade: A delightful apartment in an old olive mill in Aups, Provence located?

This family-friendly Aups apartment building is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Place Martin-Bidoure and Place Frederic-Mistral. Lac de Sainte Croix and Terra Rossa Museum 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.
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Fabulous place to stay! Great access to all of the beautiful villages in the area. If you are coming to Provence then this is the absolutely ideal place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old memories are awakened

I was in this oil mill more than 20 years ago for a family reunion. I have very fond memories of this place. It was nice to see that everything was still as I remembered it. A historic place in a beautiful, provincial town. The apartment is very well furnished. Some things are a bit old, but that underlines the historic character. If you are looking for a stylish, clean apartment, this is not the place for you. If you are looking for a place with lots of charm and charisma, this should be your choice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Autenthic resident in beautiful part of the Provence

The resident has lots of character and has everything you need. It really makes you feel like you're a local. On the terrace you have a delightful sunset over de valley. We were lucky to see the fireworks on 14th of July. The old village of Aups is a 5 minutes walk with coasy streets and nice restaurants and cafe's. It gave us a typical Provence experience. Michael is an excellent host providing us with the best places (e.g. places to go canoeing, lakes, old castles, markets, etc.) to visit in the area. This was very helpful for us. All with all we were very satisfied with our stay in La Cascade. Thanks again Michael! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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Vacances merveilleuses

Michael nous a très bien recus. On a passé une semaine "entre amis".La Cascade est veille mais pleine de charme et on n'a rien manqué. Michael avait vraiement pensé à tout.Aups est une ville provencale charmante et agitée... le marché le mercredi et le samedi; et nous avons même eu la chance d'un vide-grenier le dimanche.La cascade est située un peu en arrière bien au calme mais on peut faire toutes ses courses à pied.Aussi les alentours sont magnifiques et pleines de choses à visiter dans un radius de pas plus que 30 km.Bref: on a très aimé
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Isabel V.

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Séjour familial réussi à la Cascade

La maison est simple, pittoresque, pratique et rafraîchie toute la journée grâce à une petite cascade à l'entrée de la location. Nous nous sommes sentis comme à la maison. Le ménage n'était pas parfait mais suffisant pour nous installer sans devoir le refaire. Les lits ne sont pas parfaits non plus à l'exception du lit de 140 dans la chambre pour adultes. Il y a un canapé dans une pièce à côté de cette chambre mais il n'est pas possible de dormir dessus. Les 2 petits lits sont satisfaisants pour des enfants. Notre séjour s'est très bien passé, la région est magnifique et de nombreuses activités sont proposées. La maison est parfaitement située par rapport au village, c'est très agréable d'aller chercher le pain le matin ! Merci au gérant Mickael qui est vraiment une gentille personne soucieuse du bien-être de ses hôtes, un grand merci à lui pour sa confiance.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Klaus A.

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Besonders !

Wir haben den Aufenthalt in "La Cascade" sehr genossen. Die schöne, originelle Unterkunft, eine ehemalige Olivenölmühle, liegt ruhig am Ortsrand von Aups. Die Ortsmitte ist in 10 Minuten zu Fuß erreichbar. Die Wohnung ist sehr gemütlich und mit allen notwendigen Utensilien ausgestattet. Michael, der Vermieter, ist ein freundlicher und aufmerksamer Gastgeber, der unseren Urlaub bereichert hat. Merci bien !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Gaël M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour à la Cascade Aups

Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour à la "Cascade", nous avons particulièrement apprécié l'accueil de Michael qui est un hôte très appréciable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bruno C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you Michael.

Souvenir inoubliable de Michael, le propriétaire. Une personne adorable, qui en plus de l’accueil des plus chaleureux se transforme en guide pour nous indiquer les nombreux endroits à ne pas manquer dans cette magnifique région. Logement très propre et très bien équipé. Sans oublier la fameuse cascade à l’entrée de la charmante terrasse ombragée! Nous y retournerons dès que possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

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Haus mit Charakter, phänomenaler Gastgeber

Wir waren zwei herrliche Wochen zu Gast bei Michael. Nach langer Anreise hat er uns mit einem BBQ empfangen und uns strahlend unsere Bleibe gezeigt. Es ist keine geleckte, luxuriöse Unterkunft, sondern eine alte Olivenmühle mit Charakter und Charme. Manche Dinge sind ich noch nicht ganz vollendet. Alles ist aber sauber und sehr gut ausgestattet. Und sollte man doch mal etwas suchen, hat es Michael bestimmt. Er liest einem jeden Wunsch von den Augen ab und macht alles möglich. Drei Terrassen laden je nach Tageszeit und Sonnenstand zum Verweilen ein. Ins Zentrum von Aups, zum Bäcker, Markt oder Bouleplatz sind es nur wenige Schritte und auch die Umgebung lässt sich von Aups aus hervorragend erkunden. Natürlich Lac de Sainte-Croix, die verschiedenen Abschnitte des Verdon, die Dörfer der Umgebung,… Wir waren bis Cassis, Saint Tropez und Aix-in-Provence. Besonders erwähnenswert ist aber der Gastgeber Michael, der bereits im Vorfeld und während des Aufenthaltes mit Rat und Tat zur Seite steht, Geschichten aus seinem reichhaltiges Leben erzählt und vor Energie, Neugier und Charme sprüht und dabei viel Humor zeigt. Danke! Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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4/10 Poor

Karin R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Etwas anderes erwartet

Die Lage ist gut. Man ist zu Fuß schnell in Aups. Man kann mit dem Auto in der Gegend viel entdecken. Lac de St Croix, Gorges de Verdon, reizende Dörfer. Die Unterkunft entspricht nicht ganz der Beschreibung. Das Schlafzimmer ist ordentlich und sauber. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Manche Fenster lassen sich nicht schließen. Es gab wohl mal einen Wasserschaden. Da sind jetzt nackte Wände. Der Patio ist soweit i.O. Man hat halt keine Aussicht, weil zugewuchert und kein Licht um abends noch zu lesen oder zu spielen. Es gibt noch eine größere Terrasse. Diese ist leider nicht hergerichtet. Kaputter Stuhl. Diverse Müllbeutel, kaputte Tontöpfe (Scherben). Sehr schade, da könnte man ein schönes Fleckchen draus machen. In der Beschreibung steht eine Waschmaschine. Die nächste Waschmaschine ist beim Intermarché. Dann gehört sie nicht zur Ausstattung! Ich habe auch keine Klimaanlage gesehen. Aber es gibt Ventilatoren. Alles in allem eine gute Lagefür ein paar Tage um sich die Umgebung anzusehen. Im aktuellen Zustand aber meiner Meinung nach zu teuer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

Eine wunderbare Unterkunft in perfekter Lage

Michael bietet hier eine wunderbare Wohnung im Haus einer alten Olivenmühle an. Er war bereits in der Vorbereitung äußerst hilfsbereit und gab viele Tips zu Unternehmungen in der Gegend. Die Wohnung ist komplett ausgestattet , selbst einige Lebensmittel (und ein wunderbarer Rosé) waren vorhanden, so dass man nicht gleich zum Supermarkt musste - der aber in wenigen Minuten mit dem Auto erreichbar ist und wirklich alles bietet. Wir wollten mit unseren Kindern vor allem schwimmen und haben Ausflüge zum Lac de StCroix, der Verdon Schlucht, Sillans-la-Cascade und in die Jabron-Schlucht gemacht. Mit dem lokalen Touranbieter Vertigo (aus Aups) haben wir dort eine Canyoning-Tour gemacht, die wirklich empfehlenswert ist! Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen, leider war es nur eine Woche!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

barbara b.

A perfect place to revive for the next adventure

A quiet flat in a converted mill, with peaceful terrace and a wonderful, helpful host (by phone): I'd have stayed forever with very little encouragement. Everything you might need is to be found at La Cascade: a well equipped kitchen, bedrooms with views and/or water music, the fig-shaded terrace--and all just steps away from the village, and roads to dozens of places to visit and things to see.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn O.

Delightful stay at La Cascade!!!

Our week at La Cascade was a pure delight! We were fortunate to have our visit overlap with owners Michael and brother Chris who went above and beyond in every way imaginable, both before and after our arrival, to make our visit to Aups amazing. My cousin and I were on a sentimental journey to retrieve treasured memories of times we had spent in Aups and Moissac in our childhoods. Our American grandmother had owned farm property just outside of Aups since before WWII and she later invited each of her grandchildren to experience life in Provence during time spent living with her at Le Serre. Michael performed magic! He located several of our best friends and classmates from 60 years ago! He and Chris hosted a reunion party for us all on La Cascade's large front terrasse! Biggest SURPRISE and JOY imaginable ! I can truly say that every one of our days spent at La Cascade was delightful, from coffee on the small private terrace in the morning by the sweet waterfall, to relaxing with wine and BarBQ on the large "terrasse" in the evening, sunsets lighting the expansive view of the town and countryside below and beyond. Guests at La Cascade will find a fully- equipped kitchen, fit for gourmet chefs ---or casual meals. Hosts thoughtfully provided essentials for a dinner and breakfast upon arrival. The Provencal decor is both cheerful and comfortable. (Kitchen far more attractive than shown in some older photos!) Owners have provided a wealth of information about the surrounding areas and La Cascade's location is perfect both for walks into town and as a center point for exploring all of Provence. We loved the open-air markets on Saturday and Wednesday! Thank you Michael and Chris for making dreams come true!
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8/10 Good

Gaynor N.

Perfect base for exploring the Haut Var

We have visited Aups and the Haut Var many times but this was our first two-week stay in the village. La Cascade is perfectly situated on the edge of Aups, a five minute walk from the restaurants, cafes, shops and the fantastic twice-weekly market where we bought local produce to cook in the huge, well-equipped kitchen. We ate all our meals on the beautiful terrace by the mill stream, shaded by fig trees and grape vines. It was also a great place to relax after a long bike ride exploring the beautiful villages of the Haut Var or the dramatic scenery of the Verdon gorges and the lavender fields of the Valensole plateau. And later in the evening we would sit on the huge terrace in front of the owner's apartment watching the sunset. We loved our time at La Cascade and would definitely stay there again.
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8/10 Good

Peter and Margaret B.

Spring Visit to La Cascade, in Aups

This was our first visit to this part of Provence and we were delighted to find a charming and busy market town, with open aspects, and extensive wooded areas for walking. The property, being a former Olive Mill, has very singular characteristics, in stout and traditional stone construction and the pleasing presence of the channeled water and the waterfall which gives its name. The interiors are ample, clean and well appointed, and there are multiple terraces, which enjoy the sun and shade as the day turns round. There are many similar villages in easy reach and the Gorge of Verdon is an essential day's excursion. We enjoyed our visit to Aups and our stay in La Cascade, very much, and would recommend the house to others.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

charmingly authentic

what a super time we had in beautiful La Cascade. The apartment is gorgeous and quirky and very French. All the amenities and practicalities are good and great pleasure was had cooking with the windows wide and fresh herbs from the terrace to add to the pot! Michael could not have been more helpful and is a mine of fascinating historical facts and useful information about the area. The location on the edge of wonderful Aups is also ideal. Many thanks Michael for a marvelous holiday - we will be back!
Archival

8/10 Good

Delightful Property (previously an olive mill)

a delightful property, very French & full of character, with very pretty outside areas. It is in a very peaceful location, but only a few minutes walk from the lovely village of Aups. La Cascade is very well equipped and spotlessly clean. The village has plenty of bars & restaurants to choose from and we particularly enjoyed Restaurant St Marc & Auberge de la Tour. The Provence countryside is beautiful to explore and we particularly enjoyed our couple of trips to Lac St-Croix (the lake was a god send in the 35+ temps!) If you are feeling adventurous, we would recommend taking the train & spending a day wandering around Monte Carlo (how the other half live!)
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8/10 Good

Ray K.

A lovely property in an ideal Provençal setting.

This lovely old former olive mill is an excellent retreat if you’re looking for a relaxing break in the beautiful Provençal countryside. The location, in a gently rising cul de sac where 4 olive mills originally stood, is ideal for getting away from it all without being more than five minutes’ walk from the heart of the village with its medieval streets, shops and restaurants (our particular favourite was the Auberge de la Tour). The gîte is well equipped, and furnished throughout in the local style. The owner, Michael, whether in residence next door or on the telephone from England (all landline calls are free of charge from La Cascade), is helpful and friendly and is a mine of information about the local area. In addition there are stacks of leaflets and books to help you plan your itinerary. There are one or two things which we would recommend to enhance any future stay in this otherwise beautiful house and, having spoken with Michael, we know he has these ‘on the radar’. The provision of a washing machine would help hugely when planning which clothes to bring. Trips to the local launderette are not something which everyone would wish to include in one’s holiday. The TV (complete with a multitude of French and English satellite channels) could perhaps be moved out of the kitchen-diner and into the living room to enable one to watch in greater comfort. Finally, accessibility to two of the property’s three patio areas could be improved. However, our overall impression of the property and its situation is positive and we thank Michael for his much-appreciated contribution to the success and pleasure of our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Regi C.

Great value and lots of character

We enjoyed our stay in the old mill in Aups very much. The patio outside is just delightful, and we were picking grapes and figs for our breakfast. The mill stream runs along the patio, giving it a refreshing feel and sound. The old mill is in the town of Aups, picturesque, but not just a tourist town, but somewhere where locals have their morning coffee in the square and go about their business. The views from the property are very lovely, and Michael the owner could not be more helpful. If you are lucky to be there when he is, he is the most delightful person, and we had a BBQ on his terrace, ate the most delicious food and talked into the night. The mill is incredibly good value compared to other properties in the area. It is very well equipped, Michael always makes sure that there is enough in the cupboard for a first meal. Herbs, spices, aluminium foil, things you do not expect from a holiday cottage. Inside, the rooms are quite small, and a little over well furnished, so expect quaint and traditional, not super sleek and stylish. It is close to the Verdon Gorge, and there is lots to do in the area, from swimming in the lakes to adventure activities. We did Aquatrecking, Aquafoil and Kayaking which our kids (14 and 15) loved. There are places you can jump of rocks into the Verdon, places you can walk and hike, markets to visit or the coast is about 2 hrs away. Most of the tourists we came across were French, hardly any British people at all. I would definitely recommend this simple place for a holiday in France.
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10/10 Excellent

Loren M.

Charming, unique setting, in great part of Provence

This apartment is unique and wonderful, and feels like a charmed cottage. The accommodations are rustic, but clean and comfortable. What i like the best was the brightness of the main bedroom - the window looks out over the countryside towards Aups and the sun fills the room. With the window open, you hear the stream going through the property, and sounds of the birds, dogs barking....very rural and lovely. There are 3 different patios you can sit on, with differing exposure, depending on whether you want heat or shade. The private, exclusive patio, is a wonderful retreat - the stream running through it, the partial shade created by the figs and grapes hanging overhead. The location is amazing.....it is very close to Aups (truly a 5-10 minute walk and you are at the plaza) and yet out of the main centre enough to feel rural. Michael, the owner, was very quick and responsive to emails before our arrival, and when we were there, went out of his way to make us feel welcome, informed, and enchanted with the area. Our car had broken down on the way to staying here, so we arrived late and tired. But Michael always ensures that basic supplies are on hand for an emergency meal, including a bottle of Rose - so we were able to relax, and have a little to eat and drink at the end of a hard day. This kind of thoughtfulness pervaded the stay here: the kitchen was well equipped, the basics well stocked (e.g., toilet paper, soap, garbage bags). For part of our stay, we overlapped with Michael who was in the adjacent apartment, and he was generous enough to host us for a Provencal BBQ. He is a warm and fascinating host. We stayed here for 5 nights after a week in the Luberon region. We found this part of Provence much less touristy, much less expensive, and in many ways more beautiful than the Luberon. We would highly recommend this apartment, and this region, to anyone travelling to France. You do have to be prepared to enjoy a rustic, cottage-y feel though!
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8/10 Good

Sue r.

Sue, Kevin and Emily

The property was exactly as described and very clean and well resources. Michael provided a very good service ensuring that we were settled and informed of the the area. We very much enjoyed the courtyard garden with the running stream, grapes and figs. The 10 min walk to the town to get our croissants every morning, have a coffee and enjoy Aups was a highlight of the holiday. The restaurants are also very good. We would very much recommend this property.
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10/10 Excellent

Chris & Stella B.

A property full of character in a great position

La Cascade is easily found by following the signs to the Olive Mill which is sited just below it, and sells olive oil and associated products. The door lock with a keypad is very handy as it saves hunting for keys Basic supplies of soap, condiments, coffee etc are provided, so if you arrive late an urgent shopping trip is not needed. The whole place was very clean and tidy. There is ample space in all rooms, and the kitchen is very well equipped, although mostly we ate at on of the many restaurants in Aups or the surrounding area. Aups itself is very pleasant, only a few minutes walk away, and has all the shopping facilities likely to be needed, and a very vibrant market. It has the feel of a proper old settlement, and has many beautiful buildings. It is not too touristy, and we found the locals very friendly. The Gorge du Verdon is a must visit site, very impressive yet not widely known by many Brits. The trendy places on the coast are also easily accessible if a change of atmosphere is desired, St Tropez best visited by a short ferry trip from St Maxime, where parking is easy. After such expeditions, it was great to relax on the patio at La Cascade and see the distant mountain views as well as the swifts and kites flying around. The mill is pleasantly cool inside with massive stone walls, and we both slept very well there.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

lovely, comfortable, well-equipped rental!

We absolutely loved our stay at La Cascade in Aups. The apartment was perfect for our family of four. Our children loved playing on the patio and we all adored exploring the nearby caves and forest. The apartment was larger than we expected, with a living room and full kitchen as well as the two bedrooms. The view from the master bedroom was magnificent. La Cascades is extremely well located. It is literally a few minutes' walk into the wonderful town of Aups with its big markets and delicious bakeries. The nearby grocery store was excellent as well. We took a day trip to Lac St Croix and the Gorges de Verdon- both less than 20 minutes by car and absolutely stunning. The apartment was clean and well maintained with everything we need and more! Although it was cold and rainy for a few days we were warm and comfortable inside. The beds were comfortable and it was nice to find some games and books as well as lots of travel information. We especially appreciated the free WiFi. I would definitely recommend this rental to friends and family. Thanks to Michael for making us feel so welcome.
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect tranquility, perfect relaxation

If you're looking for a rustic apartment where a fig-fringed patio sits above a rushing waterfall, then come here. If you want to read a book in a window bay overlooking Provencal peaks, hills and villages before wandering to a host of character-filled restaurants (£13 three courses), then come here. If you want to make a day of touring the Cote D'Azur but enjoy the charm of the hills in the evening, then come here. If you want to leave London at breakfast and fly for lunch, enjoying the fact that towels, linen and loo rolls are already stocked, then come here. If you want to marvel at Europe's Grand Canyon, enjoy an entrancing azur lake and 30 minutes later be on the terrace enjoying a sundowner, then come here. La Cascade's description is completely accurate in terms of what is provided both on a functional and aesthetic level. Unlike many holiday lets describing a 'five minute walk' which takes half an hour, it really does take five minutes to stroll into a village which has a very real character. There's an ironing board, a cot, French and English television, games, books, wifi, etc. The sound of the waterfall may take a day to get used to but is instrumental in allowing visitors to forget work stress and to appreciate this building's former role as a mill. Michael was in Aups when we visited (couple in our 30s, car hired from Marseille airport 100 minutes away) and was a very generous and knowledgeable host. He has left a comprehensive set of instructions to allow visitors to make the most of the flat and the area. It is true that the apartment adjoins another (being re-furbished but not constantly and not noisily) but there is more than enough room for four adults in La Cascade, more than enough window space from which to admire the countryside and in the patio a unique private space meaning you will not feel overlooked or stifled. Since returning we have been waxing lyrical about the tranquility and typical French atmosphere La Cascade provides, which is ideal for working couples seeking a break, for friends on a re-union or for a small family. The only item which was mentioned in the guest book was the softness of the main bedroom mattress, but Michael has installed (removeable) boarding which resolved this. The highlights are the lake (20 mins), the boats/canoes into the gorge (30 mins), a high waterfall and series of clear pools (10 mins), hilltop villages (1hr up to full day trip) and the Cote D'Azur is 70 minutes away.
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10/10 Excellent

Chris & Julie t.

La Cascade

Just completed a delightful 2 and a half weeks holiday in France, The first week we stayed at La Cascade and thoroughly enjoyed our visit- The Owner was extremely helpful and attentive and quickly sorted out any little problems, the Garden Patio just opposite the Front door was a wonderful place to sit and relax or have Lunch on - it only took 10 minutes to walk into the Village where we found some good Restaurants,Shops and Cafes.and the whole area around Aups had many attractive and interesting Towns and Villages.All in all an excellent holiday venue.

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