The outdoors is a big part of life at La Bastide. Every bedroom has its own outdoor area,. The year round mild climate encourages the growth of a huge range of flowering plants and shrubs. Wandering around the property, you'll find numerous fruit and nut trees, as well as over 100 ancient olive trees. Rejuvenate your senses, and rediscover nature and the simple life at this beautiful Provençal villa.
The Gardens
La Bastide is surrounded by 12,000 sq. m. of gardens, with both groomed and wilder areas to explore. There are large manicured lawns in front of the house and around the pool terrace - perfect for lawn games and strolling down to explore the rest of the private property. Below the 17th century ‘pigeonnier’ (stone tower) and around the property are paths that meander through the olive terraces and fruit trees. Next to the pigeonnier there is a children's trampoline and the ‘Bunny House‘ stone shed for the kids to enjoy. Behind the house is a smaller manicured lawn with superb views towards Montauroux and Callian. This is the ideal shadier spot for younger children to play on the grass. Close to the barbeque and kitchen, it is also a wonderful place to enjoy long lunches and balmy evenings.
The Terraces
There are 3 separate entertaining terraces totalling over 250 sq. m., as well as individual seating areas directly outside, and accessible from each suite.
Front Terrace
Leading immediately off the dining area, the huge, south facing terrace is sunny all day and overlooks the pool and pigeonnier. Welcome shade is provided by the beautiful oak tree around which the house is centred.
The table to seat 12+ people is made for outside dining, particularly in the evening; whilst outside armchairs and sofas offer a relaxing venue for morning coffee and newspapers. Off season, an firepit permits outside dining and relaxation.
Back terrace
You will find a partly paved, partly grassed terrace is at the back of the house. With easy access to the kitchen, swing, and large outdoor table this is an ideal area for small children to play, and for long leisurely lunches. A built in 4-burner gas barbeque and sink make this another of the luxury villa’s venues for alfresco cooking and dining.
Pool terrace
There are numerous sun loungers around the pool, and the pool terrace has a fully equipped summer kitchen, with fridge, dishwasher, sink, and charcoal barbeque. When you just can’t be bothered to move from the pool area, you can fetch a cool drink from the fridge to keep thirst at bay, and then enjoy a long lunch in the shade. The pool terrace also has a comfortable shaded lounge area where you can retreat in the heat of the day.
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