We are in Provence (Gard) in the South of France, close to the mediæval town of Uzès and within easy reach of Nîmes, Avignon, Pont du Gard, the Camargue, the Mediterranean and the mountains of the Cévennes and Ardèche.

Our Area - the Gard Provençal

Easily accessible from Montpellier and Nîmes airports, equidistant between Nîmes and Avignon, Lussan provides a perfect holiday location for all interests.

Within the village there is a post office, small general shop and two restaurants, with a host of other excellent places to eat very close by. A local farmer runs a shop selling a wide range of local produce. Fresh baguettes, croissants and pastries are delivered straight from the oven to the basket on the front door every day; free-range organic eggs from our own chickens and other produce are always available.

The nearest town, Uzès – France’s oldest duchy – is about 15km south of Lussan and here can be found many cafes and open air restaurants as well as the famous Saturday market. The vibrant cities of Avignon, Nîmes and Orange, with their Roman sights and internationally-acclaimed music festivals are about 45 minutes drive. The spectacular Pont du Gard, a Unesco World Heritage site, is only 20 minutes drive away.

For wildlife enthusiasts the area abounds in unique habitats; the mas itself sits in 7 acres of unspoilt meadowland, which is alive with colourful butterflies attracted by the wild herbs typical of Provence, as well as rare bee orchids in the spring. Regular visitors also include kites, buzzards, eagles, vultures, wild boar and a host of other wildlife.

The wild open spaces of the Camargue, famous for its white horses and pink flamingos, are about 75 minutes away.

Those seeking leisure activities are spoilt for choice, with canoeing, golf, rock climbing, riding, cycling, tennis available very close by. A day’s sunbathing on a Mediterranean beach is within a 90 minute drive. The famous vineyards of Côtes du Rhône are right on the doorstep. Walkers can enjoy spectacular countryside, with the beautiful mountains of the Cévennes, and the Gorges d’Ardèches and Cèze easily accessible.

A short stroll across the meadow and you are immediately into miles of wild garrigue with far-reaching views to the Cévennes to the west and Mont Ventoux beyond the Rhône to the east. Sunsets are a specialty! For artists, the pure clear light of Van Gogh’s Provence is unbeatable.

"Two wonderful, charming, extremely tasteful gites have been created that lack NOTHING. A spectacular garden and pool area which, like the gites, blend perfectly into the Provence landscape. Tim & Pippa are incredibly attentive without being the least bi

John & Susan Mitchell, Little River, California, USA

Our Green Policy

We have a very strong policy when it comes to environmental issues. For example, we recycle everything, we capture rain water, we use energy efficient heat exchangers and geothermal energy, we use green cleaning products etc., we grow organic fruit and vegetables and have our own flock of rare breed organic hens. You can buy our organic produce and you can offset your carbon footprint for your journey by planting an olive tree on our specially set aside plot. We will label the tree with your name and it will be growing for at least 500 years ( equivalent to 2.5 tonnes of CO2)! Ask us about this when you book or while you are here.

Comfortable sofa bed in the sitting room makes it suitable for a couple and two children.

Entrance through roofed terrace with sitting area, overlooking internal courtyard.

Living room/kitchen. Comfortable sitting/dining room with sofa bed which can accommodate 2 additional guests. Music system provided. Library area with good supply of books and games for all ages. Binoculars provided for your use.

Fully fitted kitchen area with built-in oven, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave.

Magnificent views up the hill to the village of Lussan.

Bedroom – a truly romantic room, with queen size antique iron & brass-frame bed, vaulted ceiling, built-in wardrobe cupboard. Free-standing fan. Doors leading to private terrace - a sun-trap even in winter. Views to the north to the village and on the south side over the internal courtyard. En-suite bathroom with bath & shower, double basin unit, w.c.

Electric central heating is provided for off-season lets.

Guests can enjoy the large heated swimming pool, set within its own safe walled garden. Depending on the weather, it is possible to swim in this part of Provence from April to November.

Each gîte has its own private terrace. Within the garden you also have your own barbecue area.

Together with the chambre d'hôte, the gites make ideal accommodation for two families of up to 12 people wishing to holiday together.

Our Accommodation

This gite Le Murier is perfect for 2 people but can sleep 4. It can also be rented with our en suite chambre d'hote 'Chambre d'Olivier' - just across a balcony to give space for up to 6. For a larger party you can rent our larger gite 'le Grenier' as well. The maximum capacity is then 12 people

"Thank you both so very much for your hospitality, the lovely dinner in your beautiful home and for the lovely warm welcome when we arrived. We will miss this very special place. The best gite we have ever been to"

Tim & Caroline Collen, Quito, Ecuador

Our Smoking Policy.

Please note that the whole of our properety is strictly non smoking. If you feel that you can not accept this we will recommend other places where you might prefer to book. Please also note that there is now a strict National Policy and there is no smoking in all restautants, bars, public places etc.