Exclusive Villa in Provence with Pool and Outstanding Panoramic Views - Villa La Bacchante Reviews

We lingered a month at Villa La Bacchante celebrating our 40th anniversary with a rotating group of adult family and friends. The best memories are the simplest. The early morning walks up to the boulangerie in Rasteau for croissants and baguettes. The friendliness of the butcher (one of the best we've ever run across) and the grocer in nearby Roaix (always warmly bemused, our French is not so good). The great produce at the weekly market in Vaison la Romaine that led to a new tradition: Rata-tuesday! As it was September, there was a never-ending harvest of figs and walnuts in the yard that led to a parade of fresh fig confiture, candied walnuts and fig tarts. September is the vendage, and despite being the busiest time of year, the neighbors at Domaine des Girasols , Paul and Marie Joyet, welcomed us for a formal tour arranged and conducted by our host, as well as informally getting us to "pitch in " with the work! Finally, a word about our hosts and new friends, Paul and Miriam Kluijtmans. There is seldom so much love, pride and care taken to be sure a home stays a home for all who are welcomed there. Be ready for their attention to detail and remember how much better this amazing and beautiful place is for it.
Debra McVicker