Villa La Badelle
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Overview
This is picture-perfect Provence with lavender, roses, cypresses and idyllic views of the surrounding Luberon countryside. With charming stone walls and such inviting interiors, Villa La Badelle is near the iconic perched villages of Gordes and Roussillon.
This traditional stone house is immaculate in so many ways. We love the attractive lounge with its Provençal fireplace (perfect for winter stays), comfortable furnishings and French windows opening out to the terraces and garden. The kitchen is perfectly equipped for meals chez vous, best enjoyed al-fresco beneath the pergola on the gorgeous dining terrace overlooking the garden.
The ground floor is home to three pretty double bedrooms, two with doors opening out to the terrace, alongside two bathrooms. At the top of the stairs, a fourth double can be found in the loft beneath the sloping eaves, allowing Villa La Badelle to welcome up to 8 guests.
The garden is simply wonderful – listen to the trickle of the swimming pool as you enjoy your morning coffee beneath the huge tree overlooking the lavender or watch kids splash around from the shade of the pool house lounge. The raised stone terraces add to the Provençal charm and the vistas towards the Luberon countryside are glorious. This really is an enchanting setting at any time of year.
Following the country roads, a little hamlet is around 1.7km away with a well-regarded bistro serving a seasonal menu accompanied by good wine. You are also just over a 5-minute drive from Goult, an old and very charming Luberon village with restaurants, a handful of useful shops (grocery store, pain de depot, cheesemongers) and a lovely market on a Thursday morning.
In the other direction is Gordes, 6km by car, officially classified as one of France’s most beautiful villages with its winding lanes, art galleries, excellent restaurants, Tuesday morning market and incredible vistas from its hilltop setting.
Other iconic perched villages of the Luberon include Roussillon, Ménerbes and Bonnieux, all within a 15-minute drive. There are also so many amazing hiking trails and cycling routes nearby passing poppy fields, vineyards, cherry orchards and dense forest – this really is a stunning region of Provence.
Beyond the Luberon, another gem of Provence is L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue with its riverside cafes and antique stores, not far from Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, a paradise for hikers and canoeing enthusiasts. Avignon is another fantastic day out or venture to Les Alpilles for art galleries, olive groves and pretty hilltop villages near Saint-Rémy, Les Baux-de-Provence and Arles.
What you should know…
- The fourth double bedroom is in the loft and has sloping ceilings – because of this it may suit children better (as long as they can manage the stairs leading straight into the bedroom).
- The nearest restaurant is a fantastic bistro in a local hamlet just 1.7km away - it is within walking distance following local country roads (no pavement) or a short drive.
Property Features
House Interiors
Ground Floor
- Living-dining room with Provençal fireplace and doors opening to terrace and garden with lovely views
- Kitchen, well-equipped, and doors leading to garden
- Utility room
- Bedroom with double bed, air-conditioning and doors leading to terrace
- Bedroom with double bed, air-conditioning and doors leading to terrace
- Bedroom with doulble bed and air-conditioning
- Bathroom
- Shower room
Upstairs
- Open loft bedroom with double bed and low sloping ceiling
Stairs lead straight into the loft bedroom – it may be best suited to children because of the low sloping ceiling.
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (10x4m)
- Pool house with outdoor lounge
- Raised stone terraces around the house
- Pergola with al-fresco dining table and chairs
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Parking
Other Facilities
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Laundry facilities
- Iron
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa La BadelleIn the Luberon region, Villa La Badelle is superbly located for exploring this captivating part of Provence. What’s more, it is only 6km from Gordes, one of France’s most beautiful villages.
The nearest three airports are Avignon (30km), Marseille (71km) and Nimes (83km) or arrive by train into Gare d’Avignon TGV (40km) – Paris to Avignon is around 2 hours 40 minutes by train.
The house enjoys a rural setting just off a country road – you can walk (no pavements) to a little hamlet around 2km away with a highly regarded Provençal bistro serving seasonal produce and good wine. The charming old village of Goult is only 4km by car with more lovely restaurants as well as little shops (an épicerie, cheese shop, bakery etc) and a delightful market on a Thursday morning.
Hilltop Gordes (6km) is officially classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ and hosts its wonderful market on a Tuesday morning. Artists have been inspired by Gordes’ surrounding landscapes for years – potter around the village’s art studios and galleries, dine out in one of Gordes’ many restaurants and visit Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque for more photogenic scenery.
Other iconic perched villages of the Luberon are also easily reached including Ménerbes (10km), Bonnieux (12km) and red-hued Roussillon (8km). A little further afield, follow Camus’ footsteps in Lourmarin (25km), buy local cherries in Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt (17km) and experience the huge Saturday morning market in Apt (19km).
Beyond the Luberon, don’t miss the famous Sunday morning brocante in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (18km), canoe or kayak along the Sorgue River near Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (18.5km), admire the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Avignon (40km) and visit the lavender fields of Sault (35km), usually in bloom around late June to early August.
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Airport
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Marseille Provence Airport
(71km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Nîmes Airport
(83km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Gare de Cavaillon/Avignon TGV
(18km/40km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Goult/Gordes
(4km/6km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Bistro in local hamlet
(2km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Bakery, butchers and cheese shop in Goult
(4km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Apt
(19km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Super U et Drive, Coustellet
(9km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Tennis Club de Cabrières d'Avignon
(7km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf de Saumane
(17km) |
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Region
With some of the most enchanting landscapes of Provence, the Luberon awaits with its idyllic perched villages, swathes of lavender, cherry trees, vineyards and dense forest.
Become captivated by the scenery as you potter around artistic Gordes with its atmospheric Tuesday morning market before heading to hilltop Ménerbes, the village that inspired Peter Mayle’s ‘A Year in Provence’. Romantic Bonnieux enjoys the most glorious vistas, surrounded by a sea of vines and orchards, whilst red-hued Roussillon will take your breath away with its ochre landscapes and pine forests. They are all officially classified as ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ in France.
Yet there are so many hidden gems to explore as well. Discover the historic doorways, windmills and summer cherries of Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt, then head to Goult to embrace its Provençal charm with little shops and pavement cafes. Surrounded by fields of lavender, Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt is another historic jewel of the Luberon, often overshadowed by the handsome and historic town of Apt.
To the south of the Luberon, follow Albert Camus’ footsteps in Lourmarin, sip coffee by the picturesque bassin lined with plane trees in Cucuron and soak up the history of Ansouis – all three villages have a fine reputation for their high-end dining with a choice of Michelin starred restaurants.
Indeed, across the region look out for restaurant terraces serving Provençal cuisine with superb vistas alongside characterful markets showcasing seasonal delights from the Luberon and beyond (olives, melons, strawberries, cherries, truffles, chestnuts, lavender products and more). Most villages host a lovely weekly market whilst the largest in the Luberon is held on a Saturday morning in Apt. Just on the edge of the Luberon, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is famed for its antique stores and Sunday morning brocante. Meanwhile, wine lovers should visit the vineyards and wineries of the region producing Luberon and Ventoux AOC wines.
The walking, hiking and cycling opportunities in the Luberon seem endless and you will also find horse-riding, rock-climbing and tree-top adventures as well as canoeing and kayaking along the Sorgue near Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. Come across hiking trails for all abilities passing vineyards and forest or venture through the hills and mountain gorges for spectacular scenery. Cycling is also extremely popular – as well as more challenging routes, we especially love the family-friendly Véloroute du Calavon, a paved voie verte following a former railway line near the Calavon river passing poppies, lavender and orchards so typical of the Luberon.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesAppreciate the beauty of Provence during your family holiday in the Luberon. Discover wonderful walking and hiking trails, canoeing and kayaking along the Sorgue River, rock-climbing near Buoux alongside caves, castles and other historic sites.
Keen cyclists note that there is a family-friendly voie verte cycling trail that follows a former railway line along the Calavon River – the route is loved by families as it is mostly car-free. It starts at nearby Beaumettes and passes just south of Goult towards Apt and beyond.
There is a popular tree-top adventure centre near Lagnes, Passerelles des Cîmes (15km), with trails for ages 3+ (depending on height). Come across more ‘accrobranche’ trails near Rustrel at Colorado Aventures (28km), not far from the incredible landscapes of Le Colorado Provençal.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Forest park/High-rope course
- Caves/Pre-historic site
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €800 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €800 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, standard changeover clean included (and weekend cleaning if staying multiple weeks). However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Pool opening dates? | Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool heating charge? | No, extra €250 per week payable to Oliver's Travels at the time of balance payment, in April, May, September & October. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Stag & Hen Do Allowed? | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot and highchair are available on request. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax is included. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 22nd 2024 | £1,373 |
| Dec 22nd 2024 - Jan 5th 2025 | £3,111 |
| Jan 5th 2025 - Mar 15th 2025 | £1,738 |
| Mar 15th 2025 - May 24th 2025 | £1,921 |
| May 24th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 | £2,470 |
| Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | £3,385 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 27th 2025 | £2,470 |
| Sep 27th 2025 - Jun 2nd 2026 | £1,921 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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A magnificent house
This is the second year that we have come to La Badelle to enjoy this magnificent house. We appreciated the geographical location, the complete and perfect equipment. The house is very tastefully decorated. The swimming pool is very pleasant, we took full advantage of it with our daughter, our son-in-law and their baby. Thank you to the babysitters who participated in the excellence of our stay. Gardeners and person taking care of the pool perfect. What happiness!
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A wonderful and happy holiday
We had a wonderful and happy holiday in Villa la Badelle. The house is charming and comfortable and well equipped. The garden is lovely and spacious. Beautiful flowers, beautiful views. The surroundings are stunning. Villa la Badelle has in a short distance al lot of villages that are worth a visit, one more beautiful than the other!
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A Dream
Villa La Badelle was a dream! Fabulous location and the house and grounds were pristinely maintained. It was such a pleasure spending time on the terraces, by the pool, and in the living areas. The kitchen and baths were up to date and well provisioned with everything one needs for an enjoyable stay. The caretaker was excellent as well and a great resource for any questions. The pool was pristine as well (and heated to the perfect temperature.) Altogether, we loved our stay at Villa La Badelle and hope to return!
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A beautiful house
We enjoyed our stay a lot - the house is really lovely and we enjoyed all the small villages around (and the beautiful hiking opportunities!). It’s actually a very cozy house in the wintertime as the fireplace and floor heating make the living room very inviting. Thanks for recommending it to us! Can’t even imagine how nice it would be in the summer with its pool and being able to use the outdoor facilities. We hope we can book one of your beautiful houses again and return to Provence at one point!
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A wonderful holiday at Villa La Badelle.
We had a wonderful holiday at Villa La Badelle. The house is perfectly equipped and the garden is superb, so we didn't miss anything. We had a good mix of exploring the surroundings and relaxing by the pool in this beautiful garden. We were cordially received by the charming guardian when we arrived. We loved Villa La Badelle!!
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Lovely villa
We spent a pleasant week with the family in this beautiful, tastefully decorated villa, in an idyllic, quiet setting with an incredible views. Total relaxation!! And we thank the caretaker for the welcome and advice upon our arrival. We will definitely come back...
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A wonderful time
We had a wonderful time at Villa Badelle. The villa itself was very pretty with lovely views. We had not visited this area of France before but we enjoyed the tranquillity and the surrounding area so much we will definitely be returning. Specifically we had a warm welcome and found both the house and garden exceptionally clean and tidy. The house was also very nicely furnished. The kitchen was a really nice size and very well equipped. The gardeners attended a couple of times during the week and the pool was well maintained. We thought it excellent value for money. We also had beautiful weather throughout the week which helped make our stay outstanding. Thank you!
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We totally fell in love with La Badelle and would come back any time!
We had the pleasure to stay at La Badelle in spring, which is a lovely time to be in Luberon if you love tranquility and the most beautiful countryside. The house itself is wonderful and the view is breath taking. We experienced the benefits of the floor heating, a rare detail in houses in the South of France. It shows that a lot of love was put into every aspect of the house. The best concierge you can think of helped us whenever there was question. We totally fell in love with La Badelle and would come back any time!
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We LOVED Villa Badelle!
We LOVED Villa Badelle!! It was exactly what we were looking for in terms of location and quality of accommodation.The house was immaculate and very nicely decorated-great kitchen facilities. Garden was well maintained, as was the pool and all the outside furniture. It was lovely to have so many options for sitting outside and eating, etc. I would definitely recommend it to all my fussy friends so it gets a gold star from us!! I think it was priced appropriately. Dont hesitate to recommend this lovely home, we all just wanted to stay!!
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A wonderful time
We had a wonderful time in Villa La Badelle and really didn’t want to leave. The house is beautiful and a credit to the owners. It has everything you could want and more. The silence and views were truly amazing and we enjoyed every minute of it. The caretaker was fantastic - she even tied a bag around the post at end of drive so we could find the house in the dark. We didn’t arrive until 10 pm and we were tired so it was a great help. She also stocked the fridge for us so we were able to have a nice meal when we finally arrived. Thank you also for your help and information pack about the locality. We hope to return next year!
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A fantastic holiday!
First of all I would like to say thank you for our fantastic holidays! We loved the villa and we enjoyed our stay very much - the house was exactly what we were looking for and very suitable for our 2 families. The children and also we adults felt very well and the house intereur was extraordinary beautiful and everything was very clean. Thank you also for that very well equipped kitchen, we loved to cook. We had very relaxing moments at the wonderful pool and the garden and had nice evenings sitting on the terrace overlooking the area. If we are planning to visit provence again we would be very happy to stay at Villa La Badelle again. In the meantime many thanks again and kind regards!
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The house was perfect
Everything was great, the house perfect, the caretakers welcome was very pleasant. Thanks to the good weather, we were able to appreciate the garden, the deckchairs by the pool and the pool house for lunch. The bedding was good quality, the kitchen facilities were perfect, and the fireplace works very well. The location is really incredible, in the heart of the Luberon where we were able to visit magnificent villages by electric bike such as Gordes, Bonnieux, Roussillon and Ménerbes. We really want to come back someday!
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Everything was perfect
Everything was perfect and the house is really charming. We enjoyed it a lot, the best house in Provence we have rented so far!
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A fantastic week
It was a fantastic week we had in villa la Badelle! We enjoyed every day and minute in that gorgeous place! Every room and corner in the garden were beautiful and decorated with good taste. (I loved the beddings with butterflies and dragonflies etc). Every morning was blessed with the awesome view from the terrace as well as dinner nights. We all enjoyed the cooling (but heated) swimming pool during this hot week. The location is excellent for exploring Provence-s beautiful villages and towns. We can definitely recommend this villa for a family stay in Provence! Gratefully,
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Merci!
We really enjoyed our stay at Villa La Badelle. Beautiful, very well-appointed home in a beautiful, peaceful setting. The caretaker was extremely helpful--made the checking in and checking out process very easy. And we really appreciate all you did to facilitate the arrangements. All in all, a wonderful experience and I can't imagine anything that could have made it better. Merci beaucoup!
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Amazing stay
Let me thank you for renting out your amazing place! We truly enjoyed it, the personal touch in everything was very much appreciated. We enjoyed the terrace and the views, the pool and the cosiness of your home. We would definitely come back!
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Wonderful
We really had a wonderful holiday at the Villa La Badelle. The house and the garden are great and perfectly equipped so we didn't miss anything. The furnishings and the dishes are very aesthetic. The kitchen is perfectly equipped and has a good size for preparing meals and also has enough space for storage. I think we had a good mixture of discovering the surroundings of this beautiful landscape and relaxing in the sun and beside our little trips to Gordes, Aix en Provence, Avignon, Cassis, Apt, Bonnieux, … we really enjoyed to relax at the pool in that beautiful garden with that wonderful view - and of course have some Rosé at one of that many beautiful possibilities to have a seat in the garden and terrace. We have had lovely and tasty dinners specially at „Le Carillon“, „La Mas Tourteron“ and „La Trinquette“. Please give a big hug to the caretaker, she is a very lovely person and we were cordially received by her when we arrived.
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Perfect
It was perfect! We had a wonderful time, the house was cosy and family like. Thank you very much, we will definitely get in touch again and recommend you!
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A wonderful holiday
We had a wonderful holiday at Villa La Badelle and when returning to the Luberon again would be keen to return to the house as we loved it so much. We preferred it to the other properties in Provence that we have rented in the past and will certainly recommend your site to friends. One of my sisters came from Australia to join us and I know she will do the same.Thanks again for a wonderful holiday!
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We had a perfect vacation
We enjoyed our stay very much and would like to thank you. A big part of a vacation success depends on the accommodation and in this case it made our trip a success. The villa is comfortable, well equipped and it truly feels that every detail has been thought of. It is realy a beautiful designed villa, we had a perfect vacation!
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We likes the house very much
We liked the house very much. I have nothing negative to say about it but would like to mention some things which we particularly appreciated. We loved the fact that there were so many different places to sit and eat outside. Whatever the time of day there was always somewhere nice to sit in both shade and sunshine. We also appreciated the very well equipped kitchen and the large amount of crockery and glasses and we thought the sitting room was very comfortable. Top marks for the large towels too!
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We keep surely very nice memories!
It was with great pleasure booking with you again and our week staying in Villa la Badelle was really wonderful. It is a lovely villa where one feels very much the peaceful atmosphere with beautiful view and a nice pool. We keep surely very nice memories!
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Beautiful
Villa la Badelle was a well located and beautiful property. The living spaces were excellent, as were the outdoor areas. The pool was great along with adequate sun lounges to make for ease of use of the whole area. Overall we had a delightful week at Villa la Badelle and would heartily recommend it to others!
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