The Luberon region of Provence, the subject of much of Peter Mayle’s writings, is the ideal vacation destination to get away from it all. From the famous winter wind, called ‘Le Mistral’, to the joys of a summer evening spent sipping ‘pastis’ on the terrace, Mayle chronicles his time in the Luberon in the books A Year in Provence, Toujours Provence, and Encore Provence. (He even incorporates the larger Provence region in his numerous fictional works.) A wonderful and humorous combination of memoir and travel diary, readers cannot help being charmed by the region themselves. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a whole year here to appreciate all it has to offer. And when you do visit, New York Habitat has a variety of vacation rentals in Provence from which to choose.
The Luberon region offers lots of interesting attractions. Found in the middle of Provence, it is settled among three mountain ranges, and made up of many small and large villages. Life is lived at a much slower pace here, where days are spent hiking in the hills, or just relaxing outdoors and enjoying the views. You can spend every day browsing the different outdoor markets, but be sure to reserve Saturday for the largest one in Apt, Provence.
New York Habitat has a four bedroom vacation rental in Viens, near Apt (PR-442) for you. Located in a medieval village street, this house will transplant you back to a simpler time. Head on in to Apt, a town that’s been in existence since before the Romans invaded Gaul, to see Roman relics and the church of Saint-Anne, which began construction in the eleventh century but wasn’t completed until the seventeenth. Or you can spend your days lounging near the pool, adjacent to the house.
If you’d prefer to stay in a larger town in the Luberon, then you’ll want to try Lourmarin, where Peter Mayle himself lives. The town itself is full of historic architecture, dating back to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Famed author Albert Camus once called Lourmarin home and is buried there as well. This three bedroom villa in Lourmarin, Provence (PR 593) combines luxury and Provincial charm. Able to accommodate up to eight people, this beautiful house offers large living spaces, a well-equipped kitchen, and three modern bathrooms. The views from the terrace are phenomenal and there is also a pool on the property.So, if you’re looking for the perfect place to get away from it all, look no further than the Luberon region of Provence. Quite villages, small and large, abound but also offer easy access to the larger towns and cities of the area. And staying in a furnished villa in Provence from New York Habitat will ensure a more authentic, and satisfying, vacation.
If you are interested in learning more travel tips about Provence check out these Blogs:
- Top towns in the South of France: #2 Avignon, Provence
- Top Towns to visit in the South of France: #3 Aix-en-Provence
- Top Towns to visit in the South of France: #5 Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Have you read any of Peter Mayle’s books about the Luberon? What are your thoughts about the region? Please share and discuss in our comments.
I always thought that if I lived in Provence, I would have a famous author for a neighbor. For now, I’m happy to be able to rent a vacation house for a few weeks and make believe I’m a local. I’m not an outdoors person, but I love the splendid mountain views in the summer. The other thing on my priority list is going to the Avignon Theater Festival.
Renting a villa in Lubéron is such a good idea! I spent a great vacation there last year, hiking in the Provence countryside & enjoying the local wines. The movie “a good year” was indeed shot in Lubéron, go watch the movie and see how beautiful the landscapes are…you will be eager to rent an apartment in Lubéron then!
The South of France is such a beautiful region. I have travelled many places and honestly this is one such a great place to simply relax and enjoy the serenity of the land and people. The last time I vacationed in Cote de Azur to write I rented an apartment through New York habitat and it was a great experience. I had a view of the sea and a maid. It was grand. They are highly reputable and recommended.
Luberon is such a wild side of Provence. I would advise to rent a car and do day trip. You can do so many outdoors activities (Hicking, bicycle, swimming. Have a lot of cultural monuments, cities to explore. And of course the food is delicious (healthy and tasty)!
A vacation in Luberon is just what the doctor ordered!! I will begin searching for accommodations for my trip very shortly. Keep up the work on your website!
I lived in Luberon in South France for almost 6 months two years agao and loved it! I am looking for an apartment there again for 1 month this summer.
I really have been wanting to vacation to the South of France and Luberon looks like a wonderful place. After browsing this site, it is perfect to rent an apartment! Thanks!