La Colle en Provence

In the summer of 2023 we had the privilege to spend a week in the beautiful mas of Rod. The house is set on a hilltop in the midst of woodlands with a fabulous view over the valley. The location is remote (just as we liked it) and only accessible via a rocky approx. 4 km long dirtroad that provides for a spectacular entrance. It was like going on a safari every day. As this was a bit to much for our own flat and tar accustomed car Rod provided a 4x4 that could handle the situation easily. The house is cool, large and has an impressive almost medieval looking living room where we spend long nights playing colonists of catan, cards, chatting and drinking. Although remote the nearest town Forcalquier is located just 25 minutes drive away and besides a number of interesting historical sites offers a number of largest markets we have ever seen in France. The city has a good ambiance and an abundance of good restaurants to enjoy long French lunches and diners. All in all the combination of the quiet hilltop house and small dynamic town nearby was exactly what we we looking for and tastes for more!

We had a lovely week with our two little ones at la Colle. The view is really beautiful, the weather was nice and warm and we made the best of the pool in the garden. It was a very peaceful holiday for everyone just enjoying the quiet. We went to the market in Forcalquier on Monday which is huge, the people there are really lovely.
The house was well equiped for both of our young children (3 and 2 months old).
Rod was very helpful when we needed anything and he knows lots about the area so it was very enjoyable to ask him a bit about it.

We were sad to leave after ou relaxing holiday. But all good things come to an end.

We have very much enjoyed our stay at La Colle en Provence. We stayed during the summer for two weeks with a family with 3 little boys (ages 3-11). The large appartment was nice and very clean. Everything needed was available. The swimming pool was fantastic with a great view of the surroundings. The whole family enjoyed this very much...The site contained a barbeque as welll as an outside fireplace to use for cooking. It was particularly great to use for roasting marshmellows under a starry sky.
We stayed during a very hot period and were able to find some cooling in the livingroom with its massive walls during the day. The sleeping rooms were cmfortable with a great view. The owner provided a 4 by 4 car to use for getting us from the parking space in the neighbouring village to the holiday appartment..This was very useful as it is a rocky ride to the final destination..The owner Rod and his son were available when needed. Rod is a kind host who knows much and was available for a chat if we wanted.He really made us feel comfortable.
We can really recommend staying here.