We are passionately, madly, wildly, truly in love with Provence and, having come to grips with these indelible feelings, felt fortunate when we found a pied-a-terre--actually two--in our favorite Provençal village, Lourmarin.

La Bonbonnière was renovated in 2006 and is luxuriously decorated in a colorful Provençal style that is both lovely and tranquil.  It comes with exclusive use of the courtyard and has private parking.

L’Oustaloun, renovated in 2007, is warmly decorated to create a romantic setting with authentic Provençal charm.  We recently sold this home to a lovely woman who shares our passion for Lourmarin and adores L'Oustaloun, which she calls a "little doll house."

We would like to introduce you to these homes and, if you have not had the pleasure of its acquaintance, to the charming village of Lourmarin.  We confess that we are biased, but we will tell you why this village -- One of the Most Beautiful Villages in Provence -- is a perfect base from which to explore this magical region, especially while staying in La Bonbonnière or L’Oustaloun.

Check out this New York Times article about the culinary pleasures of the Luberon, including those in our favorite village!