gîte à Rustrel

The two units are both called 1-Bedroom House and each has a separate bedroom, a living room and a private bathroom with a shower. They include a kitchen, a terrace with garden views and a washing machine. A fridge, oven, microwave, hob, kettle and coffee machine make it easy to prepare meals on site. The outdoor areas are furnished and include a dining area.

The two houses differ in size and sleeping arrangements. The first measures 28 m² and accommodates four people, with a double bed and a sofa bed. The second offers 30 m² of space for five people, with an additional single bed and a flat-screen TV. Both have views of the garden and inner courtyard, as well as a barbecue. Their layouts suit couples, small groups and families.

Both houses have a private kitchen with a hob, oven, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and kitchenware. A coffee machine is also provided. The washing machine, ironing facilities and drying rack are useful for longer stays. Each unit has a private bathroom with a shower, toilet and hairdryer, as well as a dining area and a seating area.

Outside, you will find a terrace, outdoor furniture and a dining area. The garden and barbecue make it easy to spend time outdoors. Free internet access is available throughout the accommodation. Pets are allowed at no extra charge. Free public parking is available nearby. The houses are detached, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Books, DVDs or music are available for children.

Rustrel is a village in the Vaucluse, amid the landscapes of the Luberon, known for its ochre formations and houses in Provençal shades. Life here moves at the pace of a small rural community, among lanes, countryside and walking trails. Travellers who enjoy walking, taking in the shapes and colours of the landscape, or exploring small villages will find a stop focused on discovering the outdoors.

The Colorado Provençal is the area’s best-known site: its former ochre quarries have shaped chimneys, cliffs and valleys in shades of red and yellow. Several viewpoints offer views of these formations, while marked trails provide a range of walking options. Rustrel village is 270 m away, while Rustrel Castle is 300 m away. Fort de Buoux, known for its fortified ruins in the Luberon, is 14 km away. Marseille-Provence Airport is 57 km away; a car is useful for visiting the villages and natural sites in the area.

Spring and autumn days are well suited to walks, with generally milder temperatures. In summer, it is best to plan hikes for early morning or late afternoon, when the light brings out the ochre hues and the heat eases. A visit to the Colorado Provençal can be combined with a look around Rustrel and a drive along country roads to neighbouring villages. The landscape changes with the light, lending walks in the late afternoon a different atmosphere too.