La Vieille Magnanerie France

Soak up the luxurious elegance of this 18th century stone farmhouse, perched on a quiet hillside overlooking the Rhône valley. The beautiful views and atmosphere of this house are hard to convey – they have to be experienced…
Easily accommodating several families or a group of friends in its 7 bedrooms, the house features a heated saltwater pool, boules area and shaded courtyard. Multiple terrace areas offer space for dining ‘en plein air’ or relaxing quietly, taking in the spectacular views. Fabulous kitchens inspire collaborative cooking – of course with fresh ingredients procured from local markets – and the balcony provides the perfect spot for sipping an aperitif, watching the evening sunlight glow across the valley.
The location is peaceful and self-contained, and the hills providing a backdrop to the house can be hiked endlessly. Yet a short drive will get you to restaurants, shops, markets, ancient cities and villages – and of course vineyards!
The owners provide a wealth of detailed information for guests who manage to tear themselves away from the seductive peace of the house and its surroundings. At the end of every day out, La Vieille Magnanerie provides the perfect homecoming – allowing everyone their own space, be it in the illuminated pool, gazing from a terrace, or lounging in front of a roaring fire.
For smaller parties (up to 9 people) wishing to enjoy the space and peace of La Vieille Magnanerie, the owners offer the option of renting only the Farmhouse itself for a reduced tariff.  Ideal for 2 couples with or without children, guests would still enjoy exclusivity of the property and its luxurious facilities please enquire for details.
La Vieille Magnanerie is located on the edge of the Ardêche, 7 km from the town of Montélimar, which is famous for its production of the confectionary nougat. This ideal – and lesser known – location provides easy access to the Ardêche, Drôme and Provence regions, which means opportunities for exploring are endless, whatever your taste.
The Ardêche is home to spectacular gorges, medieval hilltop villages and châteaux. There are Roman remains, vineyards, caves, rivers and lakes to explore. In a different direction, a short drive will get you to the famous Côte du Rhône Villages wine producers or the ancient cities of Orange, Avignon and Arles. Every day of the week local markets showcase the produce of the region – olives, peaches, chestnuts, truffles, honey, cheese, sweet nougat and bunches & bunches or lavender…
Guests who enjoy being active have a myriad of choices – from hiking to canoeing, wild-swimming to horseback riding. Others prefer to soak up the cultural experiences of world-class theatre and music festivals or perhaps Roman spectacles re-enacted in their historic setting.
The nearest village of Rochemaure, 2km away, boasts a remarkable château perched dramatically on a cliff top. Its tiny cobbled streets and alleys are worth exploring and the village provides all the essential amenities – grocery, butcher, bakeries, post office, restaurants, bar – and wine specialist!
Getting to and from La Vieille Magnanerie requires a car. However, as it is within several miles of the A7 ‘Autoroute du Soleil’, destinations and airports north and south of Montélimar are very accessible. The TGV train stops at Montélimar (7 km away – car rentals close by) or Valence 60km away. While Avignon and Nîmes are the nearest airports, Lyon and Marseilles are under 2 hours drive away.A local, English-speaking person welcomes guests to the house and is available by phone for the duration of the stay.
Guests staying longer than one week can expect a weekly linen-change and housekeeping.
Other services are available at additional cost: – Midweek cleaning / linen change- Local chef Vérane will come to the house and prepare gourmet meals – prices depend on specific requests and numbers- Wine tasting brought in-house by local expert Aurélie – Babysitting can be arranged on request