Shepherd's Hamlet - APT103OL
Prices from £8,150 - £18,991
Guests: 24 Bedrooms: 12
Three beautifully restored stone houses spread out across 40 hectares of rolling hills and typical Provençal landscape. These high quality, beautifully preserved houses constitute a hamlet in their own right and come with two heated swimming pools, tennis court and spa, nestled in the unspoilt Luberon Valley under the watchful eye of the picturesque village of Viens. There is a magnificent barn for hosting events. This is an exceptional estate offering peace and quiet and a real feeling of being at one with nature. Great for kids and teenagers. PERFECT WEDDING and EVENT VENUE.
About Shepherd's Hamlet
The story began with a dream… the dream of a family who discovered three old stone hamlets in the beautiful Luberon and who decided to restore them, to plant organic vines and fruit trees and to nurture the land with great love and respect.
The result is three beautifully restored stone hamlets spread out across 40 hectares of rolling hills and typical Provençal landscape. They are each set about 7km apart from each other.
Shepherd's Hamlet is a high quality, beautifully preserved cluster of stone houses with two heated swimming pools, tennis court and spa, nestled in the unspoilt Luberon Valley under the watchful eye of the picturesque village of Viens. Here it’s all about nature, peace and extraordinary calm.
The hamlet is set in 20 hectares surrounded by unspoilt landscape of rolling hills, bright limestone and fragrant, flowering heath with charming gardens designed by Jean-Noël Capart, which are a pleasure to stroll through en route to the pool or tennis court.
The estate is made up of three houses and brings together the charm of the past with every modern comfort and luxury.
The ‘large house’ has three beautifully furnished terraces, six en-suite bedrooms, large living room and dining room with magnificent fireplace, a sitting room and a large kitchen with dining area. It has its own swimming pool and boules pitch and entrance halls.
The ‘pink house’ has lovely terraces, with one off the bedroom opening out to a stunning view over the landscape, three en-suite bedroom, large living room and dining room with magnificent fireplace, a sitting room and a large Provençale kitchen.
The ‘bergerie’ was the home of the last shepherd of the original hamlet and it will delight guests with its cosy and charming warmth. The magnificent fireplace marks the centre of the house and the ground floor bedroom provides access to the garden and second swimming pool. It has three en-suite bedrooms, living room and dining room with magnificent fireplace and a kitchen and lovely terrace.
In addition, Shepherd's Hamlet also has a magnificent barn available for hosting events.
The property is an exceptional estate offering peace and quiet and a real feeling of being at one with nature and this truly beautiful part of France.
Great for babies, kids and teenagers.
Facilities and Features
- WiFi Internet
- Heatable Pool
- Tennis Court
- Private Pool
Layout
1) The Large House: 6 double bedrooms for 12 guests
2) The Pink house: 3 double bedrooms for 6 guests
3) The Bergerie: 3 double bedrooms for 6 guests
4) The Barn (available for hosting events when the whole estate is booked exclusively)
1) The Large House
Ground Floor :
- Large entrance hall
- Open plan living dining area with large dining table for 10 guests, comfortable seating area with sofas, plasma screen TV, DVD player and an open fireplace with access to the ground floor terrace
- Fully equipped kitchen with hob, oven, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher and kitchen table
- Office
- Second entrance hall
- Second sitting room with sofas
- Laundry room (washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board)
- Guest WC
First Floor :
- Landing with access to the first floor balcony
- Bedroom 1: master bedroom with king size bed and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 2: queen size bed and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 3: queen size bed and en-suite bathroom with shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 4: king size bed (or twins) and en-suite bathroom with shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 5: king size bed (or twins) and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, wash basin and WC. This bedroom is a mezzanine of the second sitting room with a private staircase.
- Bedroom 6 with twin beds, en-suite shower room with wash basin and toilet.
2) The Pink House
Ground Floor :
- Large entrance hall
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances overlooking the courtyard
- Open plan living dining area with large dining table for 12 guests, comfortable sofas, fireplace, plasma screen TV and DVD player with double doors giving access to the terrace
- Second sitting room with sofas
- Guest WC
First Floor :
- Bedroom 1: master bedroom with large double bed, access to a private first floor terrace and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 2: double bed with en-suite bathroom with shower, wash basin and WC
- Bedroom 3: double bed with en-suite bathroom with shower and wash basin
- Separate WC
3) The Bergerie
Ground Floor :
- Open plan living dining area with dining table for 6 guests, comfortable sofa, plasma screen TV, DVD player and fireplace
- Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
- Bedroom 1: king size bed (or twins) with en-suite bathroom with shower, bath and wash basin and direct access to the garden and swimming pool
-Separate WC
First Floor :
- Bedroom 2: king size bed (or twins) with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and wash basin
- Bedroom 3: queen size bed with en-suite bathroom with shower and wash basin
- Separate WC
Location and Map
This marker is for indication purpose only
Large House: 7 km from the Pink House and 5km from Bergerie
Pink House: 5 km from Large House and 1.5km from Bergerie
La Bergerie: 1.5 km from Pink House and 7 km from Large House
Viens is an ancient village with a medieval atmosphere boasting many original features including the clock tower and the two Maisons de Monier. It is located on the border of the Alpes-de-Haute Provence, the heart of the Luberon and surrounded by beautiful lavender fields, providing you with boundless activities and attractions for all the family.
Within the Luberon National park the charming villages and beautiful scenery offer an ideal setting for hiking, cycling, and even kayaking along the Sorgue. Many of the quint hilltop villages have maintained their original features with castles, caves and historical artefacts to discover, including one of the most spectacular at La Tour d’Aigues which still has its dungeons. Other activities include the Barben Zoo, Accrobranche and horse-riding.
The town of Apt, with its sprawling weekly market each Saturday and Tuesday is an unmissable trip: a gem full of charm and tradition with winding streets and ancient fountains. Indulge in the local cuisine and delicacies in one of the many pavement cafes with views of the Luberon and sweet smelling lavender surround you.
Shepherd's Hamlet is also within close driving distance of the archetypal Provencal villages of Bonnieux, Lacoste, Menerbes, Gordes and Roussillon. Famous Avignon, the capital of Provence, and Aix-en-Provence, one of France's most beautiful university towns, are only about 1hr30mins away from this gorgeous hamlet.
Local Amenities
Nearest Airport Avignon / Marseille-Provence / Nimes
(70km-1h10mins / 113km-1h30mins / 140km-1h50min)
Nearest Ferry port Marseille
(125km-1h45mins)
Nearest Village Viens
(3.5km-8mins)
Nearest Town/City Apt
(23km-26mins)
Nearest Restaurant Viens
(3.5km-8mins)
Nearest Bar/Pub Viens
(3.5km-8mins)
Nearest Golf Golf du Luberon
(35km)
Nearest Supermarket Leclerc (Apt)
(23km-27mins)
Nearest Shop Le Faubourg
(12km-21mins)
Nearest Tennis
(On site)
Nearest Train Station TGV Avignon
(73km-1h30)
Nearest Beach Marseilles
Weekly rates and Extra Charges
Prices
| rental period | weekly rate |
|---|---|
| 14 Dec 2024 05 Feb 2025 | £10433 |
| 04 Jan 2025 04 Apr 2025 | £8150 |
| 05 Apr 2025 25 Apr 2025 | £10433 |
| 26 Apr 2025 27 Jun 2025 | £12389 |
| 28 Jun 2025 11 Jul 2025 | £17977 |
| 12 Jul 2025 15 Aug 2025 | £18991 |
| 16 Aug 2025 29 Aug 2025 | £17977 |
| 30 Aug 2025 03 Oct 2025 | £12389 |
| 04 Oct 2025 12 Dec 2025 | £8150 |
| 13 Dec 2025 04 Feb 2026 | £10433 |
Extras
| Item | Cost | Per | Optional/ Mandatory | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra bed | £120 | Per Booking | Optional | With Balance |
| Gas for BBQ (2 cylinders per week) | £20 | Per Week | Optional | With Balance |
Fees and conditions
- Security Deposit: £1,000
- Based on occupancy of 24 people.
- Bed linen, bath & pool towels provided.
- 6 hours cleaning per house during stay also included.
- Pool heated at no charge from May 15 to September 21. Heating outside these dates is possible on request and with an additional cost.
- NB: Events only accepted outside of July and August.
Availability Calendar
Further Information
1) the Large House
- Main terrace with spacious 'al-fresco' dining area
- Side terrace with covered comfortable seating area
- Third furnished terrace
- Heated swimming pool (shape: rectangular / size: 11x5m)
- Boules pitch with spectator benches
- Landscaped gardens with herbs, figs trees and plants
Outside Grounds - The Pink House & The Bergerie :
- Main terrace with covered dining table for 14 guests
- Large terrace with dining table and covered comfortable seating area
- Side terrace with comfortable seating area and a fig tree providing shade
- Heated swimming pool (shape: rectangular / size: 13x6m)
- Boules pitch with spectator benches
- Landscaped gardens with herbs, flowers and plants
4) The Barn :
- Beautifully converted barn suitable for any wedding, celebration or seminar which can seat up to 50 guests
- Fully equipped with a professional kitchen, bathrooms and barbecue
- Catering, staff, cleaning and additional services available as required
Facilities for The Large House:
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Safe in each bedroom
- Tennis court
- Two heated pools
- Two boules pitches
- Spa area (two saunas, jacuzzi, massage rooms*, relaxation area, change rooms)
*Contact details for local masseurs can be provided by the estate staff
- Table tennis
- Plasma screen TV, DVD player and mini stereo system in each house
- Board games
- Fixed telephone (communications with be charged at the end of your stay)
- Gas barbecue (for each house)
- Fans on request
- Off-road parking
- Estate office