Water Lily House France

Water Lily House is set within its own twenty acre estate ensuring you feel totally immersed in the beauty, peace and privacy of your surroundings. Whether strolling around the renowned stunning formal gardens or basking by one of its two swimming pools, it is the perfect place to unwind. Water Lily House has all the charm of a secluded paradise yet is a short drive from all the best that Provence has to offer. The main house is a beautiful old Mas decorated in keeping with the charm and character of the local Provencal area. The kitchen is brand new yet with a rustic feel and has a large La Cornue cooker and leads through to a traditional and intimate dining room. For relaxing indoors there is a formal drawing room with fireplace and an air conditioned informal sitting room. All the ground floor rooms look out to the sensational gardens.The terrace is the perfect place to sit and soak up the view and the large outdoor dining table is protected from the midday sun by large and leafy trees. There are currently 10 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms  The magnificent gardens at Water Lily House are famous throughout the gardening world for their outstanding beauty and originality. It has inspired gardeners the world over. The garden is divided into separate areas each with its special atmosphere. Within the formal landscaped gardens are two swimming pools. The main swimming pool is situated within The African Garden where you can enjoy doing lengths overlooked by the lifelike giraffe and elephants. The adjoining Pool House continues the African themed décor and has its own kitchen with sink, fridge/ freezer, microwave and dishwasher. There is a large built in Weber BBQ and outdoor dining area for days when you don’t want to leave the pool. There is also a bathroom and wonderful outdoor shower making sure the whole area is completely self-sufficient to the main house. The tennis court is at the front of the house and can be reached from the African Garden swimming pool through a lavender pathway. The tennis court has an inbuilt basketball net and two inbuilt football nets so it can be a great football pitch. There are also floodlights for those who want to avoid the heat of the day and play in the evening.
Water Lily House is perfect getaway whether you are a big family or a group gathering, there is something here for everyone!
Although there are ten bedrooms we recommend not more than 14 adults and 4 children. Two of the bedrooms (an attic dormitory and a small single room) are only suitable for children.

Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel

Yey! Wait… what is that?It’s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel.
What’s included?Breakfast, cleaning, welcome drinks and hamper, plus more! Check the Extras tab for all the details.

Water Lily House is ideally situated to profit from all the very best Provence has to offer. Located just ten minutes from the beautiful St. Rémy-de-Provence and within half an hour’s reach of the towns of Avignon, Arles, and L’isle sur-la-Sorgue, to name but a few.
There is a wealth of cultural and historical attractions within an easy drive. In Arles, you can see the Roman ruins, the Museum of Arles and Provence or go to the lively Saturday market.In Avignon, there is the Palais des Papes, an important medieval gothic building, boasting one of the largest gothic fortresses in Europe. You can take a leisurely boat ride on the canals that pass through L’isle sur-la-Sorgue, a small but vibrant town, particularly visited for its many antique shops and where you can see working water wheels throughout.Alternatively, you may wish to sample local wines and visit Château Romanin in St. Rémy where you can enjoy a tour of their vineyards and see their cellars.
Leisure activities around the area include horseback riding tours in Egalières, or avid golfers can tee off from either the Servanes or Pont Royal courses nearby. For those feeling more adventurous, hire a bike for the day and choose a challenging long distance mountain bike trail. Whether an easy or vigorous route, cycling is one of the best ways to experience the breath-taking vistas of the Provencal countryside.
For family days out with the children, there are a variety of adventures to choose from. Rent a canoe in Avignon and view its historic buildings from the river Rhône, or take the steam train of Cévennes from Anduze to Saint-Jean-du-Gard, passing through the typical landscapes of the region or spend the day at the Zoo in La Barben, where you can see a huge variety of creatures: elephants, giraffes, crocodiles, wolves and yaks.
Water Lily House is just outside of Noves, a beautiful small town which has two chemists, a supermarket and fine local bakery meaning you are just a short four minute drive from picking up your fresh croissants in the morning.

Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel

Yey! Wait… what is that?It’s the perfect combo of the privacy of your own personal villa, with all the luxury and convenience of a hotel.With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay:
– Daily breakfast- Daily maid service- Bath and pool towels- Deluxe welcome hamper with local delicacies- Welcome drinks for your group
A concierge to organise:- Day trips- Babysitting- Catering- Airport transfers- Fridge stocking
Cost: just €30 per person per week
Interested?Just let us know in your booking notes if you’d like to book the Vill’otel serviced option or
contact us for more details!

Included Services:Daily maid service, Daily continental and cooked breakfast, On-site caretaker (French and English speaking) who can answer any questions you may have regarding the house or garden. All bed linen, towels, pool towels are provided as well as toiletries for the bathrooms.Extra Services: We have an excellent cook who for an additional charge (150 Euros a day) can cater for lunch and dinner as well. Please contact us for rates and sample menus. Babysitting can also be arranged at an additional charge If there is anything specific you would like arranged during your stay we can put you in touch with our concierge service who can arrange for tennis/ yoga/ pilates instructors to come to the house as well as massage and beauty therapists. Experiences or days out in the local area can also be arranged on your behalf.
There are also badminton, cricket and croquet sets that can be easily set up at in the far field. Two boules sets are also provided and the terrace itself makes for a perfect pétanque pitch. We also provide two children’s bicycles (suitable for under 6s) and two adult bicycles (and one attachable child’s seat) so you can easily head out and explore the local area.