Maison Hirondelle, in medieval Provençal village. - Seillans

Seventeenth-century stone bastide set in 1.25 ha of landscaped grounds with a swimming pool and terraces in the centre of medieval Seillans, one of France's most beautiful villages. Enjoying spectacular views over the old town and the Esterel mountains. This historic property provides a unique mix of location, space, flexibility, privacy, and charm, with all the facilities of the 'old town' on its door step.

The house offers seven bedrooms and separate kitchen, dining, living, reception, and 'conservatory' rooms. Each with beautiful views over Seillans, the valley, mountains, and/or our private gardens. The house has an attached single garage, to complement the free public parking immediately outside and around the village. The property is ideal for accommodating multiple family or friend groups comprising 8 adults and 4 children. But also works flexibly for smaller groups of 2-5.

The house is served by a 1 GB fibre internet connection, with good wIfi coverage throughout the house, garden and terraces. Roku and Orange digital streaming TV systems are provided in the lounge, which also has a Blue-ray DVD player and DVD library. A Sonos digital music system (S1) is provided, with speakers in the lounge, kitchen and dining room. Free telephone calls to over 50 countries are also available via our VOIP telephone service. Table tennis and table football tables are provided in the ground floor reception area.

The House Grounds: The house faces south and enjoys spectacular views over the village, surrounding countryside and distant Esterel mountains. The half-acre terraced garden is pleasantly planted with flowering shrubs, fruit trees and lawns. The garden is complemented by several paved terraces, which are each furnished with a mix of sun chairs and loungers. The shady external dining terrace is furnished with a 3m hardwood table and teak chairs and equipped with a large Argentinian charcoal BBQ. A 9.5m x 4.5m swimming pool, with an alarm, is also set on a sunny terrace.

The property lies in the heart of Seillans old town, overlooking the Place-de-la-Republic, Place-du-Thouron and La Gloire de Mon Pere restaurant.The Place-de-la-Republic is the principal village square and provides space for boules and car parking. As the principal village meeting place, the Place-de-la-Republic hosts various village events throughout the year, such as; a small farmers market, occasional antique fairs and the annual ‘Bastille Day’ celebration.

The house interior is full of character, attractively and comfortably decorated in a mixture of local antiques and modern furnishings. The floors are set in marble or old Provencal tiles. The accommodation is on five levels, with half-landings between each floor level.

First Floor Living Areas: The kitchen, dining room, and conservatory are located on the first floor. The kitchen is approached from steps externally and has a small shaded terrace. The kitchen is fully stocked with a gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, and crockery and cutlery sufficient for the number of guests. The dining room leads directly off the kitchen and has a large oak dining table and chairs and oak sideboard. The dining room also boasts a wood-burning stove for use in the winter. The walls are hung with a collection of Provencal prints. Both the kitchen and dining room are provided with SONOs digital music speakers. From the dining room, a comfortable and light [triple aspect] 'conservatory'/ sitting room is reached, which has stunning views over the old town.

Third Floor Living Room: A large beamed, living room is located on the third-floor. The room is double aspect with twin windows overlooking the garden and pool, with superb uninterrupted views of the mountains behind the village. French windows provide access to an elevated terrace with views of, and gated access [via steps] to, the garden and pool. The living room's terrace contains a teak table and chairs. An electrically operated awning can also be deployed to provide shade to this terrace area.

The living room is furnished with a modern large sofa suite, capable of seating 10 people. The living room provides a digital TV streaming system, via ROKU and Orange services, and a Blu-ray DVD player. An extensive supply of DVDs are contained in 2 large teak bookcases, which also house a wide range of books and games. A pair of SONOs (S1) digital music system speakers are also available in the lounge.

Bedrooms: At the Ground level are two cool 'summer' bedrooms. The main double bedroom suite is large, with 'lounge' seating area, fireplace and french windows to the front of the house. A further window on the side elevation boasts beautiful views over the old town to the chateau. Leading off the main bedroom is a large family bathroom and further bedroom (2 single beds & cot) suitable for children. Please note; that the second bedroom is only accessible via the main ground floor suite.

On the second floor, there is one double, one twin and one further (small) double bedroom. These bedrooms are served by a bathroom with a bath and shower.

On the fourth floor is one large double bedroom suite, with a dressing and seating area. And a further bedroom comprising 2 singles beds. This floor is also served by a further bathroom. All bedrooms contain fitted wardrobes, cupboards, bed side lights and each has superb views over the old town and/or panoramic countryside views.

Please note that bed and bath linen is added to the basic rental sum for the number of guests identified in the booking confirmation.

A large basement utility room provides a washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing facilities. Access is also provided to the attached single garage. A further basement pool room houses lounger cushions, parasols, and a small selection of pool toys.