Holiday Villas around Avignon and the Rhone Valley
Is Avignon a good base for Provence? Yes. Avignon has a TGV station with direct trains from Paris and London. Famous as the walled Popes’ city, with the Rhone wine villages such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape just next door, and the Luberon and Nimes nearby. South France Holiday Villas has vetted villas with pools across the area.
Avignon, city of the Popes, sits at the gateway to Provence on the Rhone, with a TGV station that brings London within easy reach. Around it lie the great wine villages, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, the Dentelles de Montmirail, and the Roman towns of Orange and Vaison. Our Avignon villas are part of the 500+ hand-picked homes we advertise, each vetted for quality. Use the search above, or ask our team for help and recommendations.
This graceful château was built in 1575 and has three stunningly beautiful towers with impressive turrets. Château des Cevennes is set in a lovely 5 acre park in the Cevennes mountains, and enjoys the river Luech flowing lazily along its boundaries. A fairytale chateau that'll leave a lasting impression on... Undoubtedly one of the finest quality restorations in the South of France, this Villa is a 600-year old farmhouse saved from ruin, and reborn as a glorious fusion of modern luxury and rural tradition.
Situated on 40,000 square metres of private land in the verdant Provence countryside, conveniently located near... This beautifully renovated Provençal mas is perfectly suited for large families who want to experience the south of France in a luxurious and contemporary environment. Nestled among the vineyards in the quiet countryside between the Provencal market town of Carpentras and the village of Mazan, at the foot of Mont... This Mas is located within a 5,600 m² private estate on the banks of the river Ouvèze. It offers seclusion as it is set beneath a dramatic cliff face, yet is just a few minutes’ walk from the classic Provençal village of Vaison la Romaine along country lanes. The property... La Belle Maison de Caromb is an ideal location for a relaxing holiday in the beautiful sun-kissed region of Provence. Located just outside of the centre of Caromb, this villa is ideal for families and loved-ones looking for some peace and quiet in an absolutely stunning location and with all...
Chateau des Cevennes (CEV101OL)
Villa Joliva (VEZ101OL)
Maison Estella (CARP102EE)
Mas Vaison la Romaine (VAIS101OL)
La Belle Maison de Caromb (CARO101EE)
Why Rent a Villa in Avignon?
A villa near Avignon gives you Provence's most convenient base, wine country on the doorstep and the TGV train station for easy travel. Our holiday villas here range from wine-domaine houses to elegant properties near the city, most with pools and gardens. The area suits guests who want vineyards, Roman history and easy day trips, with the Luberon, Nimes and the Camargue all within about 45 minutes.
The Popes’ City and Wine Country
Avignon has its ramparts, the Palais des Papes and the famous bridge. Around it, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas and the Dentelles de Montmirail make superb wine country, and the Roman sites of Orange and Vaison-la-Romaine are close. The Luberon and Nimes are about 45 minutes away.
Planning Your Avignon Villa Holiday
Avignon is easy to reach by TGV and popular for its festival in July, when villas book earliest. Tell us a bit about what you're looking for and our team can propose a shortlist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why base yourself near Avignon?
A. It has a TGV station for easy travel, it is famous as the historic Popes’ city, and has the Rhone wine villages and Roman towns all within easy reach.
Q. What wine is the area known for?
A. Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras and the wider Cotes du Rhone, with cellars to visit around the Dentelles de Montmirail.
Q. Is Avignon near the Luberon?
A. Yes, the Luberon villages are about 45 minutes away, so you can combine wine country and hilltop villages.
Q. Do the villas have pools?
A. Most do, with gardens, many set among the vineyards.
Q. When is Avignon busiest?
A. During the theatre festival in July, when the city is at its liveliest and villas book earliest.
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