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Villa Joya
Pool terrace and outdoor dining
Sun loungers
Villa front through gates
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102561.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Le Plan-De-La-Tour, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Port of Grimaud
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sainte-Maxime Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • St. Tropez Harbor
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Frejus (FRJ)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool

A haven of peace and tranquillity within easy reach of the Gulf of St Tropez, Villa Joya is an idyllic Provencal villa furnished to a very high standard, which successfully blends the charm of the Mediterranean with all the requirements of contemporary living.

Situated within spacious, secluded grounds and accessed through remote control electric gates for your security and privacy; beautiful orchard tree-lined gardens frame the 10m heated swimming pool and expansive sun terrace, whilst vineyard vistas set against the magnificent backdrop of the Massif de Maures provide the perfect ambiance to relax with family and friends. Why not enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif in the oak-beamed poolside lounge and then dine al fresco under a canopy of grapevines and wisteria… or spend the evening at the poolside bar and cook in the wood fired pizza oven, or on the Australian BBQ and French Plancher?

Villa Joya is equipped with all modern appliances, including washing machine, freezer and dishwasher. Media is covered with Sky+ HD and European TV channels, broadband WiFi access (full fibre) and a Sonos Play:1 sound system.

Just minutes drive into the charming village of Plan De La Tour & 10 minutes to Ste Maxime, Villa Joya is within easy access of St Tropez’s chic restaurants, popular beaches and the many surrounding attractions of the Cote D'Azur.

Property manager

Andrew

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The villa is on split levels
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SATURDAY Changeover - Please note that changeovers will move to a SATURDAY for 2024. Complete weeks only during the peak months (May - September)
POOL HEATING - is provided free June to the mid September. May and the rest of September is €225 per week, April and October is €300 per week.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 83094000195ZJ

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

About the area

Plan-de-la-Tour

Located in Plan-de-la-Tour, this villa is in a rural area. Port of Grimaud and St. Tropez Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pampelonne Beach and Fréjus Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Aqualand Sainte-Maxime and Azur Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Le Plan-De-La-Tour, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Port of Grimaud - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Sainte-Maxime Beach - 19 min drive - 11.2 km
  • La Croisette Beach - 19 min drive - 11.8 km
  • St. Tropez Harbor - 23 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Port of Saint Tropez - 23 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Les Arcs Draguignan Station - 34 min drive
  • Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Petite Fontaine - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪La Tarte Tropézienne A Micka - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moulin de Païou - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Tomate Bleue - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Joya: A Stunning, elegant villa in private grounds with heated pool located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Aqualand Sainte-Maxime, Azur Park and Plage De Centre Ville. Sainte-Maxime Beach and La Croisette Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Villa, great location and excellent hosts

We had a lovely time at Villa Joya with our family of 2 adults and 4 children (all teens). The villa is spacious, the pool is large and the outdoor kitchen is terrific (Pizza Oven and BBQ were often used in the three weeks we were there). The villa is a short driving distance away from the centre of the charming village of Plan de la Tour with a number of really good restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops. St Maxime is only 15 minutes away with access to the beaches and a wide variety of restaurants, markets and shops. The hosts were very helpful before and during our stay, offering tips and advice on where to go for great meals. A really nice time was had by all of us. Thanks again Andrew and Emma.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Stay at Villa Joya

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The villa has everything that you could possibly need. The hosts are extremely helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

aidan d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa joya

Beautiful villa in a beautiful location. Fully equiped with everything you need . Couldnt fault it. Will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2023

Exactly as described, hosts were really helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Joya

A superb traditional villa which has been tastefully modernised in parts but retaining many of its original features. The villa is spacious and is fully equipped to provide for all our needs. The standout features of this villa which separates from most alternatives is the outstanding pool and gardens which include a novel external kitchen area with its own bar which is also fully equipped and heightens the enjoyment of outdoor living. Ambience at nightime is further enhanced by the excellent external lighting system. The owner, Andrew, was exceptionally helpful in answering all questions immediately and the local contact, Paul, was constantly on hand and went to great efforts to ensure we had a pleasant stay. Le Plan de la Tour is an ideal base to discover the area and the village itself is delightful and provides for most needs including shops, a couple of small supermarkets, bars, restaurants and a lively market on Thursday.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely stunning

A fabulous stay with great communication throughout from booking to departure. The Villa is a picture postcard with everything you could wish for and more, we hardly left as dining in around the pool with bbq and pizza oven just made a great family experience. Full marks to Andrew and Paul.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect Villa and thoroughly enjoyable holiday

My family (4 adults, 1 10-month old) thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay at Villa Joya in June. The house is ideally located just a few minutes drive from the local village which has plenty to offer, it’s also a short drive to the likes of St Maxime and St Tropez, is easy to get to/from Nice airport and last but not least the Villa is just a 30 second walk to a fantastic pizza restaurant. The house itself is stunning, perfectly in-keeping with the area, nice cool stone exterior and welcoming and ideal inside for everything you could need. The pool was just fantastic for the hot days, the pool bar and bbq area was used very frequently and enjoyed the villa at night so much that we hardly ate out, preferring to enjoy our surroundings with dinner at the Villa via the pizza oven. The hosts were a pleasure to deal with, access to the house was easy and all this combined together made for a fantastic holiday for the family. 10/10!!! Will be back!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic month at Villa Joya

Fantastic month spent at Villa Joya. Wonderful property - fantastic indoors and out, while Le Plan de la Tour is a lovely village. Would highly recommend and hope to be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Joya

This is a great property with very nice southern aspect with good sized pool and outside kitchen (which we used a lot). The kitchen is large and well-equipped. There is a good pizza place up the road but you will need to drive (5 min) into Plan de la Tour for provisions. Andrew (owner) was super-responsive, both before and during our stay, and his local manager (Paul) was also helpful and always avalable to answer queries.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect - Paradise Found!

The whole family have simply had our best time ever staying at Villa Joya... The property is perfect for family holiday, the pool is fantastic, the outdoor kitchen is simply amazing - I haven't seen one so well equipped in any other villa? Traditional Italian wood fired oven - the kids loved cooking their own pizzas, and the adjacent outdoor beer fridge was a magnet for those shaded chilled drinks at the bar on a hot day. ...or you could go to the outdoor lounge... or you could go to the outdoor dining area where we had some great lunches shaded by the vines. Loved it!! The only downside is that we didn't see half the areas we had planned to.... life at Villa Joya is certainly hard to tear yourself away from! We will have to come back.... Please.... ;-)

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal family getaway location

Excellent. Spacious, very well equipped and comfortable. Fantastic outdoor living area based around a lovely family sized pool. Plan de la Tour a 5 minute drive away and very pretty.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa in pretty village with a great pool

Stayed for a week in this lovely villa. It was late Sunday afternoon when we arrived and most supermarkets were closed but Andrew quickly responded to my text for help and pointed us in the direction of the village shop which has all the essentials. The village is a little way down the hill and has a number of restaurants and shops. The villa itself was comfortable and clean and the kitchen is well stocked with crockery, pans and serving dishes. We didn’t use the pizza oven or bbq but sat out lots in the evenings and enjoyed the outdoor seating area and bottle lighting over the outdoor kitchen. The outdoor dining table is large enough for a big group. Make sure you get citronella candles though - the insects are out in force in August! The pool was lovely and was used a lot during the week. We didn’t find the pool towels but had brought some for the beach and used those. I’m quite sure Andrew would have sorted quickly if we’d asked. Overall a great weeks holiday. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family of 4 - early August 2019

Great communications throughout, we felt we could txt at anytime and would get an answer. All instructions were clear and easy to follow. The Villa is stunning, located on a quiet road just outside Plan de la Tour. The village has everything you need although there is a large Carrefour just 15mins drive away. The Villa has a homely, comfortable feel where you can really relax without fear of getting anything out of place or spoilt. The garden/pool/bar/BBQ area is excellent, we spent our entire time out there and had great fun.! Our overall experience from start to finish was great, the photo’s are accurate and I would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Signe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent house

Lovely house, Perfect outside area. Had 6 teenagers with us and they loved the pool, bar and pizza oven! Would definitely stay again. Short drive to lots of Lovely places as Sainte Maxime, Port Grimaud, St Tropez, Beautiful beaches along the coast. House situated next to grape wines. Beautiful area of Plan de La Tour. Best equiped house we have ever rented in France. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Garry J., Dunfermline, Scotland

Absolutely stunning villa & location, already making plans to go back!

From the time of booking Villa Joya, to the time we left this beautiful villa and location, things couldn't have gone any better. Andrew and Emma kept us updated on everything about the villa, as well as how each and every facility worked. Communication with Andrew was superb, from booking until the time we left, usually responding to any queries we had within minutes!! The pictures do not do this villa justice. It is much larger in reality, and is superbly equipped with every mod con you could think of. The pool bar was the gathering point each and every evening for us and our 5 friends, (plus Maverick, our labradoodle, who loved the Bar-B-Q and whatever he was able to scrounge from it) :-) The Bar-B-Q, & beer fridge in particular make this the ideal location to relax after a hot day out visiting the vineyards, Monaco, Cannes or St Tropez, all of which are within easy reach of the villa. The villa is immaculate, well laid out, secure and has everything to make you feel at home. Well equipped kitchen, great showers in all bedrooms. Wifi in & outside of Villa, Great selection of TV channels to choose from, particularly useful when you want to keep up with the Ryder Cup!! The pool and gardens are beautiful, and well maintained. Plan de la Tour is a lovely village, and the locals are very friendly. The bakers is superb, and was my first call at the start of every day! There is really nothing negative to say about Villa Joya, and we hope to be back at some point in 2019. Thank you Andrew & Emma (& Oscar) for letting us experience your wonderful Villa Joya. My first visit to the South of France (although my wife has been several times previous) but now I am hooked!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Amazing villa with everything you need

Villa Joya - our expectations were surpassed within seconds of arriving at Villa Joya. We have rented many villas over the years and it's always a nervous moment as you approach your holiday accommodation for the first time. No such fears with this place which was magic. The fabulous pool bar where many evenings were spent making pizzas and drinking the contents of the beer fridge (maybe a smaller fridge would have helped with the following morning?!), the fabulous pool that we had to drag the kids out of each day, the secure grounds, the well equipped interior.... my only reservation was that we spent so much time at the villa, we didn't get to see half of what we had planned to. Maybe we need to go again :-))) Fab !!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Beautiful villa with an amazing pool and outdoor area.

We stayed in Villa Joya in August 2018 for one week and had the most amazing time. The villa was more than large enough for a family of six and the outside grounds extensive. We were particularly impressed with the pool and pool bar area which included a wood fired pizza oven and barbecue area. The children's favourite part of the stay was making their own pizzas in the pool side pizza oven. Location was also fantastic, five minutes from the centre of the beautiful Plan de La Tour and 15 minutes from St Maxime. We would seriously recommend anyone wishing to sample the beauty of the French Riviera to try Villa Joya. Thank you to Andrew and Emma for handling our booking and the excellent help before and during our stay. First class!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ayres M., King's Lynn

Property was amazing and very well equipped and comfortable.

Andrew and Emma were very welcoming. The property was superb and set in a beautiful location. Lovely to have the heated pool to enjoy. The kitchen was well equipped to a very high standard with everything we could possibly need. Good amenities close by in the picturesque village of Plan de la Tour. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to return
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

mark r., edinburgh

Wonderful holiday

A beautiful villa. Excellent amenities. Well stocked kitchen, beautiful pool, gardens and separate outdoor catering area for those breakfast pancakes, crepes, barbecue and pizza. The owners were very welcoming and most helpful and approachable. Village outskirts location very handy for bakery and vineyard. Large supermarket not far away. Short trip to Ste Maxime and then onto Ste Tropez by boat. Lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Best ever!

Best ever! We have been renting villas for a number of years now as it suits our style of holiday. We have never actually gone back to a villa for a second visit, not because they were particularly bad, but because we always fancied trying a new experience. That all changed with Villa Joya! After some detailed and patient emails with the owners (who couldn't do enough to help) we booked our two weeks along with another family and our five (collective!) children. There is something for everybody at the villa, a fabulous kitchen inside, and an even better one outside with pizza oven and creperie, as well as the obligatory BBQ. In fact the outside kitchen and bar were the focus of much activity into the evening and night, maybe helped by the massive beer/wine fridge?! If you don’t fancy dining on stools at the pool bar, there is a shaded dining area under the vines outside, a covered terrace with rattan seating to relax in, a table for dining inside and a centre island in the kitchen that also seats ten people!!! The pool is large, heated and a mecca for children of all ages, surrounded by beautiful gardens that are well maintained and private. We had a fabulous time and can’t wait to go back next year…. I hope this review doesn’t make that difficult… hmmm….. Brilliant !!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Highly Recommend

We had a very enjoyable week at the villa - the website pictures are accurate and the facilities are excellent. The outdoor area is great to relax in (ample sun loungers and a covered dining area) while being able to keep an eye on small kids running around (property is completely fenced and gated) - the cooking facilities (BBQ and wood pizza oven) are high quality and have ample room to sit having a cold beer while someone cooks! Andrew & Emma were very responsive to emails and requests throughout the booking process and stay (also many thanks for the rosé!).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Villa Joya, Plan De La Tour, Provence

We stayed in the villa for 8 days in mid September. Eight in the party including an under 2-year old. Weather for the week was very good. The facilities are excellent and could certainly sleep 10 easily with two additional put up beds in the largest double bedroom. Arrival instructions were good, including how to get to the villa. Villa was clean overall, though despite the housekeeping before we arrived, it was evident that the previous party had left a few problems, including dog mess on one of the greased areas. Kitchen is very well equipped in all regards as is the pool bar and pizza oven. We had great fun with the latter! We did a daily early morning run to one of the two excellent bakers in PLT and one big shop on the Monday at the Geant supermarket in Ste Maxime. We ate outside for all breakfast and dinner meals under the vine-covered trellis on all but one evening when the temperature did a nose-dive. Beds were comfortable and the showers excellent. We found the cots after some searching. Needs a note in the instructions to say these are put you ups and located in bedroom cupboards. We played boules on the strip next to the house and made great use of the pool. Word of warning here: the pool has no shallow end and is generally at least 2 metres deep. Pool maintenance man came round twice in the week.. Couple of niggles: sun umbrellas would be a bonus; even in September we had 27 degrees C for most of the week. Access to a broom to sweep up leaves and olives would be useful. Otherwise, a good venue. Easy drives into Ste Maxime and Ste Tropez and there wis an excellent local vineyard about five minutes away where one can walk the estate and then visit the winery to taste the products. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm A.

Superb villa in a brilliant location

We all had a marvellous holiday in a fabulous villa .everything anyone should ever need for a great holiday.the kitchen was so well equipped .the pool area ,bar ,pizza oven ,crepe plate,and barbecue ,everything to make the holiday extra special.we also used Andrew & Emma's recommended chef for our wedding anniversary.absolutely fantastic evening .would highly recommend this villa,and will hopefully return for another holiday thanks to everybody who made this a most memorable 2 weeks Mac & Liz letham .
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine R.

Wonderful Villa!

All the previous reviews were 100% accurate. A marvellous villa with plenty of room for two families. The pool was fantastic and you very quickly slip into 'pool' life. I would recommend the boat trip from St Maxime to St Tropez and then spend time in St Tropez. Everything you need you can get from the local village with 2 great bakeries The pizza restaurant across the road is brilliant- but best to book. We all had a fantastic week, thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

The perfect family retreat

A stunning villa with plenty of space for a large group of family or friends. Beautifully appointed throughout and well laid out pool and patio area. Fantastic outdoor cooking and dining facilities, making it possible to make the most of the weather and spend your days and evenings outdoors. Stunning area, friendly people, quiet location, well situated for exploring but within easy reach of regional attractions. Our whole family thought it was perfect and would highly recommend

About the host

Hosted by Andrew

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The villa is privately owned and offered to discerning clients who wish to sample the beauty and charm of the area from elegant, delightful residence.

Why they chose this property

We are well acquainted with the surrounding area, and after much searching were delighted to first discover, then purchase our dream villa in our favourite location. Plan de la Tour is a delightful unspoilt French village, a picturesque haven to the North West part of the Gulf of St Tropez. The village is well resourced with shops, restaurants and wine co-operatives. Villa Joya is set amidst vineyards in a small hamlet above the village, with quiet, secluded and enclosed grounds, yet within easy reach of the Gulf of St Tropez, through either Ste Maxime or the picturesque village of Grimaud. The area has something for everyone, from the glitz and glamour of Monaco and St Tropez, the quiet tranquil French village life and everything in between.

What makes this property unique

The villa is our second home, and as such benefits from all 'our' home comforts. You will find the property well equipped both internally and externally with all the ingredients for a great family holiday, or a simple pad from which to 'chill'. We hope you share our love of food and make use of the outdoor kitchen with Italian wood fired pizza oven, French plancher as well as the more traditional Australian BBQ!

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