La Bergerie de l’Aspe - Self-catering house in Alpes-Maritimes
Chemin de l’Aspe 728, 06530 Saint Cézaire sur Siagne, Alpes-Maritimes
Provence - Alps - Riviera,
Francia
Five hectares of land surrounds you: wide terraced lawns, lavender, rosemary, oleander and pine, ancient oak and olive plantations, a proud fig – the unmistakable smells of Provence. Eat outside on the shaded terrace, dip toes in the raised stone pool, feel the palpable history in the flagstone pathways. You’re secluded, but not isolated.
Almost all the windows in this former sheephouse face south over the garden, so inside is lit by the soft light that suffuses a Provençal evening. Built in the traditional style, it’s long and low though bright inside – a place where less is more and restorative in its simplicity: a cosy living room with vast beams and an open fire, bathrooms in rustic Salernes tiles, modern comforts in the kitchen.
The serene surrounds would make a perfect writer’s retreat with the only interruptions being birdsong. Break up the day with walking, riding, cycling, tennis. Drive to Grasse in 20 minutes, and the Côte d’Azur in half an hour.
Características
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from Bernard Steck:
Puntos de interés sobre la región de
Bernard Steck:
- St Cézaire, just 3 minutes away; on Saturday’s visit the farmers market on the village square. Next to fruit & produce, stands with honey, artisan dry sausages, olives, tasty cheeses. Just stroll around with your Pastis glass in your hand. True Provence!
- St Cézaire is overlooking the 400m deep canyon of the Siagne river. Numerous hiking trails criss-cross the valley and lead to the river-bed which carries lots of water, even in summer. Wild swimming in the river!
- Just minutes away from the Bergerie, visit the deep caves of St Cézaire. Formed some 6 million years ago, you enter the realm of the imaginary and of the marvelous. Easy access and suitable for families with children.
- Just 15 minutes by car is Grasse, world capital of the perfume makers. Visit the perfumeries and their museums located in historic buildings which all end at the factory shop. Good buys.
- The Mediterranean Sea at Cannes is just 30 mins away. What a change from the secluded dwelling & the rustic villages you are coming from! A true destination town with shopping, restaurants, spotting the rich & famous on their yachts, swimming in the sea.
- The museum trail is just tremendous within a 50km stretch. Think of Fondation Maeght in Vence; the Musée Picasso in Antibes; the Musée Matisse in Nice; the Musée Bonnard in Le Cannet; or the Musée Océonagraphique in Monaco. Wonderful day trips !
Details
- 1 House for 6
Minimum stay: 13 nights.
1 November - 15 March.
Chemin de l’Aspe 728, 06530 Saint Cézaire sur Siagne, Alpes-Maritimes
