Title: Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000034926&destination=Varages%2C+Var%2C+France&selected=33467622&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence La Boussonne offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in Provence, where guests can enjoy a massage, hike through nature, or simply unwind ## Photo gallery for Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence ![Exterior - Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence (Varages)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33467700/33467622/bcf6af5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence (Varages)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33467700/33467622/4340d07f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence (Varages)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33467700/33467622/a7892e59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, ping pong, books - Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence (Varages)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33467700/33467622/83541310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence (Varages)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33470000/33467700/33467622/6380babe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find peaceful respite at La Boussonne, a farm stay in the Provençal landscape of olive trees, woods, and fragrant garrigue. 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Adventurous travellers may like the cycling and kayaking at this farm stay. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Other perks at this farm stay include: - An outdoor pool - Tennis courts, an electric car charging station and a bike on-site - Outdoor furniture, books and games - Ping pong Room features All guest rooms at Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence boast perks, such as private pools and fireplaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. More amenities include: - Highchairs, children's books and travel cots - Recycling, composting and eco-friendly cleaning products - 3 bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths - TVs with cable channels - Private fenced gardens, outdoor lighting and fenced pool ## Similar properties ![1-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102330000/102323400/102323329/054d4121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Résidence Odalys Riviera la Presqu'Ile Hyères - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=102323329&PinnedHotelID=102323329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100816900/100816820/86772952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Camping Tikayan les Cigales le Muy Le Muy - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=100816820&PinnedHotelID=100816820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=33467622&PinnedHotelID=33467622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=33467622,102323329,100816820) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Books - Games - Golf - Kayak - Outdoor pool - Playground - Table tennis - Tennis ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Garden - In the mountains - On a lake - Outdoor furniture ### Spa - Massage ### More - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Designated smoking areas - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Entertainment - Fenced private pool - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### More - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Composting - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Fireplace - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Living room - Recycling - Washing machine ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets Note from host: Sur demande a la proprietaire ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: lit bébé, chaise haute, baignoire .... ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Cashless transactions are available On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 1493467984477 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence have a pool? ### Is Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence? ### What time is check-in at Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence? ### What time is check-out at Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence? ### Where is Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Charming Provençal house 'La Boussone' in the heart of Provence Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### cecile o. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Nice house It was a nice stay, very quiet surroundings and amazing starry skies at night. Only, the rocky road towards the house in the end cost me 2 new car tires… The house was charming, however a bit dated and the kitchen and the big bathroom not so clean (the oven was still dirty from previous guests, so we did not use it). We loved the surroundings of the house; lots of room for our dog, however the owner told us upon our arrival that our dog was NOT allowed to swim in the pool. Maybe they should have mentioned that on the Vrbo site… We stayed in another house in the Provence which was much more luxurious and clean, so we found the costs for this particular house - although a very nice house - a bit steep. Conclusion: A very charming house and beautiful surroundings, but a bit dated and therefore too expensive. ##### cecile o. Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie S. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekte Erholung! Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt wieder sehr genossen und uns prächtig erholt!Danke Caroline und Jean-Luc ##### Stefanie S. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benedikt B. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wunderschöne Unterkunft mit viel Ruhe Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit in dem wundervollen Haus von Caroline und Jean-Luc. Es ist ein bisschen abseits gelegen, bietet dafür aber Ruhe und Natur pur. Es ist geräumig, geschmackvoll eingerichtet und bietet alles was man für eine schöne Zeit in Gemeinschaft braucht. Ideal ist sie für 7 Personen, da es 2 Zweibett Zimmer und ein Zimmer mit 3 Einzelbetten gibt, die alle ein eigenes Bad haben. Auf der Terrasse kann man sehr schön frühstücken. Die beiden geben gerne Tipps und Empfehlungen für die Umgebung. Abends konnten wir mit Jean-Luc die Sterne beobachten. Vielen Dank, dass wir bei euch sein konnten, wir kommen gerne wieder! ##### Benedikt B. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### christophe d. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un petit coin de paradis Mas provençal isolé dans la pinède , merveilleux décor où vous vous sentirez seuls au monde et en même temps proche du village , superbe piscine , la maison est bien agencée, propriétaires aux petits soins, réactifs , soirée astronomie sympa , n’hésitez pas … ##### christophe d. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie S. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Herrlich! Traumhaftes Ferienhaus inmitten der Natur mit privatem Pool! Super ausgestattet und eingerichtet. Caroline und Jean-Luc sind sehr nette Gastgeber und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Vielen Dank für alles und wir kommen sehr gerne wieder! Viele Grüße Stefanie, Alexander, Pauline und Amelie ##### Stefanie S. Stayed 11 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Pflimlin M. 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Calme et agréable Propriétaires réactifs en cas de questions et très sympathiques. Magnifique piscine très bien entretenue et un logement typique de la région Provence. Seul bémol était la propreté à l'arrivée et la salle de bain qui devrait être rénové. ##### Pflimlin M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob Z. 5 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique location, perfect stay We stayed in Mas La Boussone at Domaine La Blaque for 14 days. What a charming, robust, large and stylish house it is! It felt like a home, with a great atmosphere. All the rooms, the big kitchen and the nice gardens and terraces outside are like you would hope to find in the Provence/Var. It’s quiet outside, except for the amazing birds. We even had the pleasure hearing a nightingale! And what to think of the butterflies and smells of the rosemary on the path towards the pool. We loved it all. The inviting swimming pool and the sun beds are great! So nice to dive in after being away for the day or just staying there reading a good book and enjoying the view and the lovely weather. Relax and enjoy, that was our recipe. Domaine la Blaque is located in the middle of nowhere, with a challenging road to get there. You need a good car and driving skills, but the reward is there when you reach La Boussone. We love the isolated location and the tranquility. Varages, with a very good boulangerie, is a perfect starting point for trips in the environment, like Gorges du Verdon and Aix en Provence. Caroline and Jean Luc are fine hosts. We didn’t see each other much, but if we had a question they acted quickly. We can highly recommend this place to nature lovers and people who want to feel the Provence atmosphere in their holiday home. Merci bien Caroline & Jean Luc! ##### Rob Z. Stayed 14 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne E. 23 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un cocon au cœur de la garrigue Nous avons passé une très agréable semaine dans cette ancienne bergerie au charme authentique, nichée dans un paysage provençal reposant et inspirant, au milieu du thym parfumant chacune de nos promenades ressourçantes. Merci à Caroline et à Jean-Luc pour leur accueil chaleureux, les pieds sur Terre et la tête dans les étoiles. ##### Anne E. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Julien M. 2 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Séjour reposant Très jolie maison située dans une forêt loin de tout. Nous nous sommes ressourcés et avons passé un agréable séjour. Merci à nos hôtes pour leur accueil et pour l’initiation à l’astronomie ##### Julien M. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### frederic A. 18 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un havre de paix Si vous recherchez un lieu calme, reposant en Provence, c'est ici. Soleil, cigales, une large piscine... Des hôtes charmants et attentionnés. Merci à vous deux. La bergerie est à l'écart, vous êtes seuls au monde. La région est riche en découverte, 15 jours n'ont pas suffit ! De bons souvenirs pour toute la famille. ##### frederic A. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 13 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Maison très agréable et très au calme, dépaysant Les propriétaires sont adorables. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié l initiation à l astronomie et la vue de Saturne et Jupiter. La maison est très rustique !! ##### Verified traveller Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 May 2019 #### Wunderschönes Haus und Umgebung Das Haus inmitten von Natur hat uns sehr gefallen. Gute Einrichtung, alles Nötige da. Schöne Sitzplätze rundum. Den Pool konnten wir wegen kühlem Wetter nicht geniessen. Mit den Treppen ev. nicht für Senioren und kleine Kinder geeignet. Für naturliebende Menschen ideal. Sehr freundliche Vermieter. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 14 nights in May 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carsten K. 29 Apr 2019 #### Wunderschönes Haus vollkommen ruhig gelegen Wir haben mit 2 Familien / 7 Personen zwei Wochen in diesem schönen Haus verbracht. Es ist absolut ruhig gelegen und sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. In der Umgebung gibt es viel zu sehen und zu erleben. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und herzlich und haben uns ganz viele Tipps für Ausflüge gegeben. Wir würden auf jeden Fall noch einmal hier unseren Urlaub verbringen, dann vielleicht etwas später im Jahr, wenn man auch den großen Pool nutzen kann. Vielen Dank an Caroline und Jean-Luc! ##### Carsten K. Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham Berry 7 Sept 2017 #### Sun, privacy and astronomy. We found this house at short notice after being let down by another property. We definitely landed on our feet, as this is a great property. The house itself is a traditional Provençal place, and is quite rustic, but everything you need is there. It is separated from the owners' house by around 800m up a track, and is therefore very private. The pool is quite large, and was pleasantly warm when we were there - no getting in gradually and shivering! The owners Jean Luc and Caroline are very friendly, and speak excellent English. Jean Luc maintains the pool every other day, and Caroline waters the garden midweek, and they are always on hand at their own house for anything that might be required. Jean Luc is an astronomer and has observatories with several telescopes. I also have an interest in astronomy and spent a couple of nights looking at clusters, galaxies and nebulae. Overall, a great find - we'll be going back! ##### Graham Berry Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Fiona W. 21 Jul 2017 #### Great house, fantastic facilities We really enjoyed our stay. The house had big light rooms, with stone floors that kept cool in the Provençal sun. It was superbly equipped. The swimming pool and tennis court were in perfect condition, I think they look better than the photos. Caroline and John Luc were great hosts and we really enjoyed our evening observing the stars, learning about the night sky with John Luc. ##### Fiona W. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryse P. 4 Aug 2016 #### Le Bien-être Séjourner à" la Boussone", c'est profiter d'une belle et confortable maison, c'est jouir d'un lieu où la nature est reine, où les parfums se côtoient au gré des heures qui s'écoulent. Et quoi de plus agréable, après une randonnée ou une petite ballade dans les environs que de plonger ou lire au bord de la piscine cachée au bout d'une allée de romarin ? Mr et Mme Pellerin ##### Maryse P. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie L. 14 May 2016 #### Pleine nature Endroit idéal pour se ressourcer loin de la ville et du bruit, la nature est magnifique, le ciel bleu. L'accueil est convivial, la tranquillité assurée. ##### Valerie L. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina E. 19 Jun 2015 #### Provencalischer Charme - perfekt für die Familie Wir haben den Aufenthalt in diesem besonderen Haus sehr genossen. Umgeben von Natur ohne störenden Lärm konnte sich die ganze Familie wunderbar erholen. Das Haus mit seiner üppigen Bibliothek und den geschmackvoll eingerichteten Räumen hat und den wunderschönen Außensitzplätzen ist schon etwas Besonderes. So lässt sich die Provence wunderbar erleben. Wir können uns durchaus vorstelle nwieder zu kommen. Vielen Dank an Monsieur und Madame Plouvier für die netten Gespräche. Herzliche Grüße aus Stuttgart Martina ##### Martina E. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina E. 19 Jun 2015 #### Provencalischer Charme - perfekt für die Familie Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in diesem schönen Haus inmitten von wunderbarer Natur sehr genossen. Bei perfektem Wetter - nicht zu heiß! - konnte sich die Großfamilie wunderbar entspannen und die Ruhe und Natur genießen. Das Haus hat einen ganz besonderen Charme mit der üppigen Bibliothek, den schönen Außensitzpläten und der gesamten Einrichtung. Wir denken sehr gerne an die schönen Tage dort zurück und können uns gut vorstellen, wieder zu kommen. Herzlichen Dank an Familie Plouvier für die netten Gespräche und die gute Betreuung. Herzliche Grüße aus Stuttgart Martina ##### Martina E. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline I. 9 May 2015 #### Un rêve de tranquillité Tout était parfait : maison très agréable et confortable aménagée avec goût, joli jardin immédiat plein de recoins à découvrir et où s'installer paresseusement pour lire au soleil (en prime une bibliothèque de rêve!), le tout soigneusement entretenu. Et surtout, le calme, la nature à perte de vue, le bruit des oiseaux le jour et des grenouilles la nuit, l'odeur du thym... Une semaine de retour aux vraies valeurs de la vie, à plus forte raison parce que le lieu se veut écologique, ce qui ne le rend que plus intéressant encore. Nous avons reçu un accueil chaleureux de la part de propriétaires disponibles, dont nous gardons un excellent souvenir. Les enfants (4 et 9 ans) ont adoré se promener dans le jardin, sur les chemins, jouer au tennis, reparlent souvent de cette magnifique semaine, et demandent quand nous y retournerons... Ce sera avec grand plaisir ! Une remarque quand même : les chemins très caillouteux du domaine ne se prêtent pas bien au cyclisme, et la déclivité est telle qu'on n'a pas très envie de descendre au village (et surtout de remonter!) à vélo.. Mais sinon, à recommander sans réserve ! ##### Caroline I. ---