LA PROVIDENCE
Vacation in a Private Village
ABOUT
La Providence is a charming 150+years old hamlet ideally located in the heart of the Natural Park of Luberon. Apt is only 3 km away. In addition to the beautiful downtown of Apt and its famous lively market on Saturdays, the "must see" villages such as Bonnieux, Lacoste, Gordes are only a few kilometers away. If you head to Aix-en Provence for a one day excursion, you will enjoy Lourmarin and the route of the Sud-Luberon castles. Apt is very close to other famous spots Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and Colorado Provencal.
You can book at La Providence various accommodation facilities depending on your wishes and needs: independent guest houses with terraces, apartments with separate entrances and balconies or terraces, and rooms.
Services of an exclusive private concierge are available at all times during your stay free of charge: wellbeing, gastronomy tips and reservations, organization of special events, arranging and booking leisure and sports activities.
La Providence offers two independent and customized guest houses, four guest apartments and four double rooms with typical Provençal interiors, shared heated 10x5m pool as well as typical Provençal garden areas and truffle forest with stunning views over the Luberon mountains and wine yards. All houses, apartments and rooms have air condition except for one double-room "Elisabeth" which is located in the mezzanine of the old stonewalled main property building enjoying its natural climatization.
Loft Apartment "Tomate"
4 persons, 2 bedrooms, private entrance and private terrace
Apartment "Grive"
2 persons, 1 bedrooms, private entrance and private terrace
Little Tower Suite "Elzear"
2 persons, 1 bedroom, private entrance and private terrace
House "La Sieste"
6 persons, 2 bedrooms, private pool and terrace, private entrance
House "Marcel"
2 persons, 1 bedrooms, private terrace, private entrance
The Emerald Suite
2 persons, 1 bedroom
The Cherry Blossom Suite
2 persons, 1 bedroom
The Elisabeth Suite
2 persons, 1 bedroom
The Blue Suite
2 persons, 1 bedroom
Apartment "Anticatta"
2 persons, 1 bedroom
Apartment "Gatsby"
2 persons, 1 bedroom
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Two independent guest houses "La Sieste" and "Marcel" feature a terrace, beautiful views of the mountains or vineyards, a flat-screen TV, bathroom and free high-speed wifi. They are equipped with kitchen including stove, refrigerator and oven. The largest guest house "La Sieste" can accommodate up to 6 guests and has its own private pool and garden. The smallest independent gite "Elzear" offers a double room with shower and is located in a charming tower with stunning view over the Luberon (16sqm spread across 2 floors with steep staircases). It has a kitchenette for light cooking (stove only), its own terrace and is equipped with air condition. Free high speed Wi-Fi but no TV. Not suitable for guests with disabilities or small children. Very cosy but tiny, hence ideal for shorter stays such as 3 or 4 nights.
The apartments "Tomate" and "Grives" have separate terraces. Small kitchens are equipped with stove, microwave and refrigerator. The apartments "Anticatta" and "Gatsby" are located on the top floor of the main building and offer small balconies under the typical "Provençal genoise" roof. In order to preserve the structure of the "Provençal genoise" roof, the accessibility might be impaired for senior guests. Kitchens are equipped with stove, refrigerator and oven.
Four spacious and newly renovated double rooms with park view (42, 35, 38 and 27sqm) are located in the main property building. The bathrooms offer Italian shower and bath tube. All suites have TV, a Nespresso machine as well a small fridge. All rooms are equipped with air condition except the double room "Elisabeth". Free high speed Wi-Fi is available.
This property spreads character and authenticity. Building on an exceptional environment and customized services, La Providence will delight a broad range of guests.
OUR SERVICES
Conciergerie
Restaurant reservation, bicycle rental... a 24/7 conciergerie service is included in the rate and is available to fulfill any wish guests might have.
Free Wifi
High speed internet is included in the rate.
Garden
La Providence is surrounded by magnificent lavender fields, truffel forrest and 3ha of land which invites guests to be explored .
Breakfast
A pastry basket can be delivered each morning upon request.
Pool
La Providence offers a pool with beautiful views over Luberon. Guests of the house "La Sieste" will enjoy their own private pool and garden.
GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
Historic and Cultural Sites
Set in an ancient candied fruit factory, the Museum of Apt invites you to immerse into the heart of city’s history and surrounding territory. The Cathedral of Sainte-Anne, dates back to the 1st century and holds the relics of St. Anne, which it is said are placed in a subterranean grotto to protect Apt from desecration by the barbarians.
Excursions
The "must see" villages Bonnieux, Lacoste, Gordes are only few kilometers away. If you head to Aix-en Provence for a one day excursion, you will enjoy Lourmarin and the route of the Sud-Luberon castles. Abbaye de Senanque is only 19 km away.
Market Tour
Apt is famous for its flea and street markets, and farmers markets.
Visit the "La Maison du Fruit Confit". The factory's shop offers a wide range of candied fruits and sweets of Provence. Gourmet events and culinary workshops are regularly organized throughout the year.
Wineries and Distilleries Tour
Situated in the heart of Luberon, the property is surrounded by numeraus wineries. A visit to the Distillerie de Lavande les Coulets should be planned for.
Leisure Activities
Close to the Colorado Provencal and the Ochre Trail, a mountain bike tour can be arranged upon request.
Horse Riding and Carriage Rides
Another way to discover the natural and cultural heritage of the Ochres is in a horse-drawn chariot ride, connecting "Mines de Bruoux" , the "Conservatoire des ocres" (OKHRA) and the "Sentier des ocres" of Roussillon. A tour can be arranged upon request.
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