Description

Au Coin des Amis is a gem of a village home in Rustrel, a quiet Luberon Valley town. Dating from the 1700s, this fully-restored three (3)-bedroom house is just this side of heaven.

The House:

Provencal charm and architectural detail throughout this special home are artfully blended with modern and stylish finishes throughout the bathrooms, kitchen, and living spaces. The 190 sqm/2,000 sqft home was previously owned and elegantly and meticulously restored by an antiquarian.

This village house has three (3) luxurious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The bedrooms offer plenty of privacy and breathtaking views of the famous wine-producing Luberon Valley.

Attention has been given to interior design, and each room is beautifully appointed. Ancient wood ceiling beams, Provencal doors, and soothing neutral decor combine with modern amenities. Enjoy a glass of wine on the rooftop terrace at sunset, or host an intimate soiree in the restored private stone wine cellar!

The Location:

Situated between Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, this charming maison du village is an excellent base for a holiday spent exploring the Luberon Valley and beyond. Provencal vineyards, agricultural lands, and the Luberon mountains make this one of Provence’s most beautiful areas. Rustrel is a quiet village with all the necessary services, including a little supermarket, church, auberge, post office, and the all-important boulangerie!

Ideal for:
Ideal for couples, friends, or family vacations.
Extremely romantic and private, yet in the heart of a small Provencal village.

Minimum stay:
Seven (7) nights in July and August
4-5 night minimums are required in the balance of the year
There are no check-in day-of-week restrictions.

Rates (2025):
High season (July and August): €250/night
Mid-season (May, June, September, Christmas & Easter): €200/night
Low season (April and October): €175/night
Low season (November, January, February, March): €150/night

Rate discounts: 5% for stays of 7-13 nights, 10% for 14-28 nights, and 15% for 29 nights +

Regardless of the season, there is a cleaning fee of €150/stay.

Notes:
There is no AC, but the walls are 1.5’ thick, keeping the home cool during the summer. There are portable, oscillating tower fans for the bedrooms and other rooms on unusually hot days.

There is a washing machine and clothes drying racks—no automatic dryer.

A high chair and cot with bedding are available at no extra charge.

Smoking is permitted on the rooftop terrace.

There is free, abundant on-street parking within steps of the home.

During the hot period (July and August), a municipal/village pool is a 3-minute walk away from the house.

What their guests say:

“We had a wonderful stay at Beth’s home in Rustrel. The house was beautiful with bedroom windows that looked out over the rooftops and fields. The beds were very comfortable and it was nice to have the extra the rooms for our guests. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and it was nice to have a formal dining room to sit in to enjoy a meal together. The village of Rustrel is tiny with a hotel that serves lunch, a boulangerie where I would buy croissants and fresh bread in the mornings. They also served lunch and we had a delicious chicken tagine there one afternoon. It is very conveniently located to so many towns like Bonnieux, Gordes, Isle sur la Sorgue to name a few and we took advantage the welcome pdf our host provided with so many helpful suggestions. Lots of artists have their ateliers there and it was a treat to watch Aline making pottery, we even bought some to take home. We loved staying in this authentic Provençal home and village!” ~ Sara – November 2024

“What a stunning home this was with the most breathtaking views – a real treat! We really couldn’t rate this accommodation any higher! It was what we hoped it would be, a real special find & it was just that. We couldn’t have been more looked after by Jen & Chris who were have been so helpful right from the offset, all the way through our stay.” Thank you very much. ~ Alex, Sam & George – August 2024

“We had the most wonderful stay at Beth’s house. Her house is beautifully decorated with great views of the Provençal countryside. We could walk just a couple of minutes to the boulangerie, a few restaurants, and the local market. It is very easy to explore the other Provençal towns during the day and then come home to Beth’s peaceful house and village in the evening. Jen, the property manager, is very responsive and proactive about making sure everything is going well and also providing lots of recommendations and information about the area. We highly recommend for a lovely stay in the Luberon area.” ~ Adrienne – June 2024

“Wow!! This townhouse in a quintessentially French village, Rustrel, has been painstakingly renovated. Modern conveniences abound without disturbing original features like rustic ceiling beams, a thick stone mantle, and a gorgeous wine cave to name a few. The very nice photos match the reality. Beth and her property manager Jen both reached out with detailed information before our arrival. Beth even provided a step by step guide to the area which was surprisingly helpful for us seasoned travelers. This “handbook” included many sites and restaurants we should try. Each time we followed Beth’s suggestions our expectations were exceeded. When any of us return to Provence we will keep our fingers crossed that this home is available.” ~ Anthony, September 2023

“This was far and away the best Airbnb we have ever stayed in. Stylish, comfortable, and every detail was considered. The home is beautiful, the kitchen and baths are very well stocked, and the host provides tons of information to enjoy the surrounding area. I cannot recommend this place more highly.” ~ Laura, January 2022

“We had a great stay at Au Coin Des Amis. The house is traditional and beautiful in a delightful sleepy small village. It is equipped with everything you could possibly need and it is very clear that you are staying in Beth’s much loved private home with the privilege of enjoying everything about it. We loved taking time to notice and appreciate all the little touches. Very quickly it feels like home as you become immersed into ‘living like a local’! The location is fabulous for getting around the Luberon Valley and within an hours drive you can tick off many of the main attractions of the area. Do not hesitate to book a stay in this fabulous house, you will have a wonderful holiday. Brilliant communication and ideas for holiday planning before your stay too!” ~ Victoria, July 2022

“Couldn’t have been better! All steps of renting this house went very smooth, everything from booking, information leading up to arrival, check-in etc. Everything felt very well planned and professional and at the same time personal and friendly. The house was lovely and all according to the pictures! Upon arrival beds were made, towels put out and the house had all necessities for our stay. We received a great booklet/guide from the owner with detailed information about the house and stay, as well as a lot of tips for the village and surroundings, which was excellent to have access to! I️ 100% recommend a stay here.” ~ Sophie, July 2022

“La Maison au coin des Amis is very tastefully decorated and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped and the two bathrooms are great as well. The small roof terrace with gas bbq is great for lounging in the evenings and to watch the sun set. Although there is no airco in the house, the thick walls, combined with the fans, the windows and the occasional Mistral winds, kept the house cool enough. The house is well situated in a very nice rustic little village in a very nice area of the Provence, where there is plenty to do and to see. Beth as owner, and the representatives of the local management company, are very responsive and helpful. They sure make you feel at home. The guidebook which Beth has made is worth a million. It was of more use than our own guidebook. Highly recommended.” ~ Huib, August 2020