Beautiful Old Stone Village House in Sablet, Cote du Rhone Wine Country - La Trouvaille

A beautiful old 3-story Provencal stone house, which has been lovingly updated, offering a lovely terrace sheltered from the heat of the sun or occasional wind or showers, air-conditioned comfort when necessary, and a variety of spaces to relax, entertain or enjoy your surroundings.
Sablet is a charming and friendlly village uniquely located to access the many attractions and delights of the Vaucluse region of Provence in the heart of Côte du Rhône wine country.

Built into the 12th-century ramparts of the medieval part of the village, this beautiful old Provençal stone house serves as a local landmark because of the hole in the wall--'le trou'--which creates the terrace. Ideal for visitors who want to feel the pulse of village life, this house has a flower shop, a day spa, and a bakery as neighbors. 

Throughout, the beauty of walls of locally-quarried stone, traditional Provençal ceilings of plaster and dark exposed beams, and handsome traditional tiles give “La Trouvaille” its special warmth and character. The house is spacious and inviting, providing an unusual degree of privacy with separate relaxation areas on each floor. Furnishings reflect the owners' enthusiasm for Provençal style and regional crafts. Handsome antiques, shabby chic “finds” and quality reproductions are placed alongside comfortable leather sofas and more casual seating. Owners have taken special care to add modern comforts, while sacrificing none of the house's Provençal charm. 

A shaded terrace is cut into the stone facade of the house and faces east with fine views of the clay-tiled rooftops, vine-covered hillsides, a picturesque neighbouring village and the dramatic limestone ridges of the Dentelles de Montmirail. A round table and chairs invite "al fresco" dining and a gas grill is provided. For relaxing or reading there is an antique daybed with cushions in a cheerful Provençal fabric. This terrace provides shelter from the hot mid-day sun, as well as protection from winds or occasional rain, enabling guests to spend even more time enjoying the views.

Upon entering the house there is a large dining and gathering area with great character and Provençal charm. The kitchen is well-designed and equipped for preparing a gourmet meal or a casual picnic to be enjoyed on the terrace or outdoor in the hills among the vines. A handsome antique oak farm table seats 6-8. Colorful pottery is provided for cooking and serving.

Adjoining the kitchen is the day room and extra sleeping area. A comfortable daybed converts into a pull-out queen-sized bed. The entertainment center features a 42” flat-panel television with 130+  internet channels (French language) and Blue-ray home theater system for music and video. The HDMI television has Chromecast and HDMI cable for fast broadband streaming. In addition to the sofa are two comfortable chairs and good reading lamps. 

Nearby is a small WC--toilet only--convenient to the kitchen and the day room. Adjoining workroom and laundry provide a sink, washer/dryer, ironing board & iron, ample storage.

WiFi is provided throughout the house. Guests must provide their own computer, but a printer is available. 

Internet-based phone service allows us to offer free international calling to land lines and to U.S./Canadian cell phones.