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Charming historical house in Medieval city.Entirely renovated 2013/2014

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Vaison-La-Romaine, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Place, Medieval city
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, La Villasse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avignon (AVN-Caumont)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming historical house in Medieval city.Entirely renovated 2013/2014

Located in the heart of the old market square at the west entrance of the medieval city, this XVIth century home will bring you back in time.The charm and quietness of the XVIIIth trickling fountain under the venerable plane tree, just across the house, will enchant your stay and soothe your nights after some long visits to the medieval or roman ruins or, perhaps...one of the many local vineyards!
The house was completely renovated in 2013 and early 2014.The owners used only noble materials in order to restore the historical character although, much attention has been given to the kitchen and baths where the visitors will experience all the confort of modernity.You will feel confortable inside where all all the volumes have been preserved or outside where there is no vis avis.Every windows open to the old market square and from the small terrace, you will admire the sunset on the medieval city, the ruins of the castle and the surrounding vineyards.

It is a four story house, including the renovated attic but the historical and medieval(sometimes roman) steps are extremely wide and easy.
On the ground floor, a spacious salon with a convertible sofa, an XIX century fire place,a library, 2 closets , Kylim Berber carpet and a half bath.
On the first floor, the visitors will enjoy a bright and luminous living room that can accommodate eight persons around the maple table.They will enjoy the other XIXth century fire place,TV,HI FI,CD player and WI FI connection.There is also another leather convertible sofa, two armchairs and another Berber Kylim carpet.
Across the living room, there is the separate fully equipped kitchen(including the dish washer, microwave and conventional oven,refrigerator-freezer) and all the gourmet tools.We did not forget the wine opener!
The two bedrooms are on the second floor.One with a queen size bed and the other with twin beds(joinable in a queen size).
At the same level, you will find the totally renovated and modern bathroom equipped with a walk in shower, two sinks,a toilet and a combo dryer/washing machine.

Finally, discover the third floor where the attic has been converted to a nice small cozy nest, equipped with a futon and some modern amenities.From there, you can access the sunny terrace and admire the medieval surrondings, the market square and the surrounding vineyards.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Medieval city. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Medieval city and 5 minutes by foot from Roman Bridge
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,184 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: pas moins de 6 ans

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 1203001

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Charming Historical Medieval City.entirely Renovated 2013/2014
Charming Historical Medieval City.entirely Renovated 2013/2014

Reviews

Charming historical house in Medieval city.Entirely renovated 2013/2014 Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie A., New York, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent 10 glorious days at Casa Vasio & hated to leave! This is a gorgeous home w/4 levels of space to enjoy. Beautifully decorated with provencal furnishing & art, it was a real joy to relax on comfortable sofas & chairs, sleep on a perfect mattress w/fine linen & blankets, & have plenty of hot water & thick, fluffy towels for long showers. We enjoy cooking & I must say this kitchen is incredibly well-stocked with all you need including the best chef's knives! After hiking during the day, we enjoyed evenings with wine on the roof deck before dinner. Beyond the conveniences of laundry, etc, there are so many small touches in this home that are not reflected in photos or this review---it really goes beyond perfect. Owner Gil was responsive immediately to our booking & we took his advice to not miss the Tuesday market in Vaison (outstanding!), plus there's plenty of books & info on things to do in area to be found the house, including a photo book essay on the house itself! And, we are eternally grateful for meeting Marie J, who will orient you to the house, as she is an exceptional lover of the arts & all things Provence, a lovely human being and fun person who lives nearby & goes way beyond simply helping one to settle in. Merci to Gil and to Marie! We hope to return to Vaison & Casa Vasio again soon!
Evenings on the roof deck! Perfection!
Small touches in furnishings made for a comfortable & lovely home.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and bright

We stayed here again during August and early September, and couldn't recommend the property more highly. Pictures don't even do it justice: the home is incredibly bright and well lit, even on the occasional cloudy day. The owner is super helpful and responsive. The fountain outside your bedroom window lulls you to sleep each night, and the morning sun wakes you up. Five stars for sure.
Stayed 37 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

Yet another great visit

We have stayed here before, and everything was perfect as always. One big improvement is that the house now has fiber internet, and speeds are really fast. If you need to do any work, 200 Mbps speeds (just tested now) is more than enough! I should also mention how beautiful the house is from the outside as well as inside. We went to look as some postcards yesterday, and it is kind of cool to see the house you live in be one one of the cards!
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

Autumn in Provence

We've stayed in this property several times before, but only in the summer. Not only is Provence great in late October, but the property was perfect too! Some places we've rented before are not well heated, and we are always cold. This property has many electric heaters, and every room was exactly as warm as we wanted it. Also, the many large windows on the square face east, so it is wonderfully bright in the mornings, which is very nice during the shorter days. Even on rainy days, the house was comfortable and bright, and we enjoyed staying in and reading! Although it was too cold to eat on the rooftop patio, the main room dining area was perfect for dinners in as well: we ate at home seven of our eight nights! We'll almost certainly try another shoulder season stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Medieval charm, modern conveniences

This is a stunning house done over beautifully to include all modern conveniences. It faces a charming old square centered on a huge tree and a trickling stone fountain. The handsome stone stairs were a challenge for us, no longer young, but worth it. Be aware that parking is not easy and food shopping requires a car. This area is primarily residential. But if you want an authentic experience of life long ago, this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness

Favourite place in France!

This is the fourth time we have rented this property. We love it that much, and everything about it is perfect. Check out our other reviews if you want details, but the above says it all.
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommended

We spent 3 weeks in this beautifully restored home. Tastefully decorated, gorgeous views, quiet, really nice kitchen. Wonderful location. Very close to the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux (hiking and biking), Gigondas (great wine, plus a Michelin starred restaurant: L'Oustalet), and plenty of cute villages and markets to explore. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Twice in one summer!

We rented this house in July of 2018 and loved it...we were very sad to leave, and thought "until next year." As a result of some weird business travel plan changes, we were "stuck" in France for a week, and had to stay somewhere. As luck would have it, our favourite house was available, so we booked immediately. We had a perfect seven nights. If anything, it was even better than our stay earlier in the summer. Some nights were too cool to eat on the third floor terrace, so we had our first dinners in the main room, and loved them just as much as our rooftop dinners. Check in and check out were flawless as before, and we are even meeting some of the neighbours, all of whom wave and chat and are most friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Joe R., Prescott, Arizona USA

Old world charm with modern conveniences

This beautifully, lovingly restored 15th century home symbolizes France’s history in the Vaison-la-Romaine area. It is tastefully decorated, maintaining the old world charm. Kitchen is great and well outfitted. It’s in a fantastic location – easy to walk into town. We loved being in the medieval upper village and still be able to walk into the lower village. We were able to take some great hikes in the area and it’s easy to visit neighboring villages and wineries. After traveling through France for 10 days it was a welcome respite to have a lovely home for two weeks. We even took a cooking class in Vaison, Cuisine de Provence. There are a number of very good restaurants within walking distance. A couple of items to keep in mind. Because it is four stories ( we mostly just used the second and third floor- kitchen living area and bedroom ), be prepared to do a lot of climbing up and down stairs with some uneven surfaces. The other thing is parking can be a little tricky. We were fortunate enough to not have to park far away most of the time, but several times did have a climb up the hill to the house. Pascal, the property manager was always available, very kind and took care of any needs we had, which were few. All this being said, it was worth it! This was our favorite part of our month trip in France.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Perfect house in Vaucluse!

We stayed here last summer, and enjoyed it so much we rented again. We are already planning to book again for 2019! We love the house itself: historic with just the right mix of modernisation. Excellent kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and the main rooms overlook the historic square with fountain. The top floor terrace is ideal for dinners and then stargazing over vineyards and hills of the Dentelles du Montmirail.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A., Bend, Oregon

Rich with history and truly a sanctuary of comfort

The entire home was a treat to call home for a week. All the amenities have been tended to and my sleep was sweet while listening to the fountain in the square as my French windows remained open all night. Thank you for a beautiful stay in a magical ancienne ville.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Ann S.

beautiful house.

We had a very pleasant stay. The house is in walking distance to sites, shops and restaurants. The house itself is well appointed and very comfortable. The only negative for us was the stairs, a bit precarious from master bedroom to the bathroom at night. Otherwise we would highly recommend this lovely house for a holiday.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Duncan S., Toronto

Perfect medieval house inside the walls

This is the seventh different place we have rented in France. It was unusually large, elegant, well located, and well outfitted. Many rental places are not really set up for doing more than having breakfast, but this kitchen was fully equipped and we made eight meals there. And as a special treat we ate each dinner on the rooftop terrace overlooking the old city, vineyards and the sunsets. The house has an incredible view over the little square and fountain: we will long remember listening to the splashing of the fountain during our mornings as we woke up. The main bedroom is charming, but the smaller bedroom would only be suitable for a child. Pre-arrival emails, as well as check in and check out were all on time, friendly and flawless. The one thing I would emphasize is how extremely well put together and historic the house is. It looks good in the photos, but is even nicer in person, which is rare! We really felt like we were able to stay in a place that in most places in the world would be a special exhibit of beautiful architecture and history. For a couple we could not recommend it more highly as a home for a romantic vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Cynthia J.

Renter for 1 1/2 weeks

The house was as advertised: clean, well-cared for and obviously loved by the owners themselves. Decorating details spoke to the owners' efforts to make it aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. The house was well-supplied in terms of necessaries. We were acquainted with the location in the Haute Ville from previous visits to Vaison and knew that there were parking difficulties and that the house was difficult to access by car, but that did not disturb us. it might be wise to advise future renters of the difficulty of access. Also, a railing up to the fourth floor would be useful. Thanks for sharing the house with us.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Best of the Vaucluse

This house is lovely. Quiet, comfortable and atmospheric. The view overlooking the courtyard is of another world. Best for a luxury vacation for two. Easy walk to restaurants and sights. If you are looking for an old world experience with all the amenities of home, stay here in Vaison. And...bypass the usual Luberon villages for Vaison, especially if you have some wine tasing planned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

claudia o.

We have been to Vaison 4 times in the last 10 years. This house was the best.

We went to Patricia Wells cooking school which very close to the ancient city. The renovations of this home are amazing! It was a great place to stay. We would rent this property again.

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

A Medieval House Brought to Life

My wife and I spent a delightful week (May 27-June 3, 2017) in Casa Vasio. This 3 story, ancient house has been charmingly refurbished for the 21st Century with all modern conveniences without losing any of its historic feeling. The medieval section of modern Vaison is exactly where you want to be, with picturesque, winding , cobble-stoned streets. The house is ideally situated for exploring this old village. And the Roman ruins (the most extensive in France) are within walking distance. The owners of Casa Vasio go out of their way to be helpful and make your stay a wonderful experience.. I recommend their home without reservation. Paul and Suzanne Metzger (Virginia, U.S.A.)

10/10 Excellent

Chet B., Daytona Beach, FL

Viva Vaison

We had a great week in Provence with this beautiful home as our base of operations. Incredible setting in the medieval city on the hill overlooking the modern section of Vaison la Romaine. The house is wonderfully restored, beautifully furnished and decorated, and equipped with everything you need for a wonderful vacation. The views from every window and the rooftop terrace remind you that you are in a different time and place. Wow!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., Radnor, PA 19008

Beautiful, comfortable home in a great location

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Vasio immensely. The home has been lovingly restored, retaining the beautiful stone historical elements while incorporating modern conveniences and tasteful furnishings. We loved the location in the Haute-Ville in Place du Vieux Marche. Though parking in not permitted there, we were able to drive up to the front door to unload our luggage. We were met by Michelle, a gracious woman who enthusiastically showed us all through the house, explained details we would need to know and gave excellent recommendations for restaurants and cafes, the Tuesday market and the supermarket, and wineries. Convenient parking is close by. The kitchen facilities are excellent and well supplied with everything you need to make meals at home. The bed is quite comfortable. The stairs leading up to the family room / kitchen and then up to the bedroom and full bath on the floor above are stone and require some care to negotiate, which we did not find at all difficult. The Wi-Fi is good. There is a printer available. The listing description was accurate, the property clean and well-maintained and we knew we could contact Michelle with any questions or concerns. We would definitely recommend this home to relatives and friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M., Ottawa, Canada

Wonderful stay in beautifully decorated medieval home with modern conveniences

Absolutely delightful! My wife and I and our three children thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this charming home. Ghislain and Leticia Gonsette have done a superb job in renovating this wonderful home in the heart of the Medieval portion of Vaison-La-Romaine. Situated on the Place du Vieux Marche, this home has a scenic view of the old square with its shops and running fountain. It is about a 15 minute walk to the shops of the newer part of the town, across the ancient Roman bridge. The house itself has large rooms, with beautiful stone walls, arches and stairs, the stairs being worn down by hundreds of years of usage. With a well appointed modern kitchen and modern bathrooms that were tastefully decorated in keeping with the rest of the house, we enjoyed the best of both worlds; savoring the historic ambiance but with all the modern conveniences. In spite of the July heat, the stone house provided a cool haven from the midday heat. It is well maintained and our hostess Michelle Paris made everything very easy for us. She was gracious and helpful even after our late arrival due to traffic on the drive from Paris, and was always available to answer any of our questions. This home was a wonderful base from which to explore some of the many attractions that Provence has to offer: the Roman ruins and theatre within Vaison-La-Romaine, the Pont D'Avignon and Papal Palace, the Roman antiquities of the Theatre in Orange, the Colosseum in Nimes, the aqueduct at Pont de Gard. We only stayed for one week but wished that we could have stayed longer, and hope to return in the not too distant future. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Al A.

Our Perfect Home in Provence!

Our family of four, including two daughters aged 12 and 10, had a fabulous stay at Casa Vasio. It was our perfect home in Provence. The home is both beautiful and historic, and has a lovely kitchen. We loved its location – on an old market square in the upper town of Vaison-la-Romaine. The town itself is wonderful, and the upper medieval town is quiet, very picturesque and has a striking castle a short stroll away from Casa Vasio. We could easily walk to a variety of very good restaurants, including an excellent one right next door. We particularly enjoyed that we encountered primarily French tourists in Vaison-la-Romaine and felt we had a true French experience. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. During our stay, we got to know a friendly local shopkeeper on the old market square and the very nice owner of a great ice cream shop up the street from the house. We also were able to walk just 500 meters down the hill to a great winery, Domaine des Roches Fortes, for a tasting. We will always have very fond memories of Casa Vasio. We truly felt at home there and highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Barry C., Boston

Charming Medieval Home in Beautiful Town with Great Cycling Nearby

Charming home beautifully decorated with ample space and an excellent kitchen for cooking. The location is perfect for those interested in markets, wine or cycling (Mt Ventoux and the entire Cote du Rhone). We easily obtained our keys and got an introduction to the house. We loved being in town yet in a place that was quiet in the evening. As no home is perfect, the lack of A/C (very common in France) made it difficult to sleep during the hot summer nights (early July). The owners provide fans but the heat wave was too much for them. The Mistral was our relief for two days during our 11 night stay. Internet was slow, but again not the fault of the owners (about 750kb/sec) as this appears to be the maximum available in this area. The terrace at the top of the house proved a relaxing spot to sip wine, read and enjoy the setting sun. This is a LOVELY HOME and we HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to anyone to stay. It has several fireplaces so I suspect it is quite cozy in the Fall and Winter. Vaison La Romaine is a nice town big enough to shop and dine yet small enough to feel as if you are in rural France. We hope to return as we really loved the home as did all of our friends who visited. Thanks to the owners for allowing us to stay in their home. Barry and Beka
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

James S., Brixworth, Northampton, UK

Sympathetically renovated property perfectly situated in the medieval city of Vaison-la-Romaine

We recently stayed at this beautifully charming house in Vaison-La-Romaine and were over the moon with our time here. The house has been perfectly renovated in keeping with the old town characteristics and charm. It provided a large and comfortable living space with all the amenities we needed and more and was a short and beautiful walk down into the old town. Should we ever visit Vaison again we would most definitely want to stay in this beautiful house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

edward f., San Miguel de Allende,Mexico

Beautifully Restored in Vaison's Old City

Our 10 days in this beautifully restored home was one of the most magical experiences we have had in the 20 yrs. of traveling and renting in Europe. To begin with, the spaces were all the photos promised, and much more. Next, the house was immaculately clean; not to be taken for granted in a rental. Even though the house can sleep more, it was a luxurious, comfortable rental for two with an extra room for our luggage, to admire our purchases, and a half bath for one of the 2 guests to use privately. The bed in the master bedroom was heavenly. It helped us get over our jet lag, and especially with early light in the morning in May with the dark shutters on the windows. What strikes one upon entering this lovely home is the knowledgeable treatment in restoring the existing finishes, the complimentary finishes added, the glorious light, and the 'peace d' resistance' the view of the small square w/a lovely fountaun. By day 3 of our rental we were ready to re-book our next trip. Just enough noise in the small square in front of the house to watch the 'trekkers' pass by and compliment the buildings surrounding it. How convenient, the restaurant next door, we enjoyed 2 of the best meals we had during our stay. The pathways thru the old town are to be enjoyed walking any time of day. The architectural details and plantings of the surrounding homes delight ones senses as you stroll by. Never a problem finding a parking spot for our rental car. And, so easy to access the town center without a car; easy to meander down the pathways cross the old Roman Bridge and into the heart of town in less than 10 minutes. Especially handy on Tuesday Market Days which is not to be missed. The only observation we could pass on would be this house is not for someone who does not feel comfortable with the irregularities of beautiful old, irregular stone stairs, and low door openings. If you are used to these things, you will love this house. Very Happy Guests from San Miguel de Allende,Mexico.

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Germany

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr zufrieden 👍

Wir hätten es nicht besser treffen können. Liebevoll restauriertes Haus. Alles vorhanden für das tägliche Leben. Wir können es nur empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022