Title: IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON ![Outdoor pool - IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON (Aups)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72573600/72573599/4695b9d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON (Aups)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72573600/72573599/4f930096.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON (Aups)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72573600/72573599/08a27dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON (Aups)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72573600/72573599/4b6c243a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON (Aups)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72580000/72573600/72573599/4ceb7a06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2377 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON ‘Le Gîte du Diamant Noir’ offers two independent holiday rentals, each with a private veranda/terrace & a private garden, set in a beautiful garden with a swimming pool. If you are dreaming of adventure and a change of scenery, then ‘Le Gîte du Diamant Noir’ is the ideal starting point to help you discover the beauty of the Verdon natural park, starting with the Lac de Sainte-Croix or the Gorges with their breathtaking landscapes. ‘Le Gîte du Diamant Noir’ is situated a short distance from the center of Aups village, which is the capital of Haut-Var and the truffle. Enjoy the advantages of this beautiful calm village with its local markets, restaurants, and terraces. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 377 square feet ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91650000/91645800/91645746/70ae91f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Lorna - 2 maisons - piscine privée Aups - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=91645746&PinnedHotelID=91645746&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71650000/71640100/71640050/2422ff83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON Aups - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area Located in Aups, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lac de Sainte Croix and Gorges du Verdon. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Aups travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Aups.dx602820) [View more Cottages in Aups](https://www.expedia.ca/Aups-Cottages.d602820-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.61632%2C6.22035&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_Uwu8XZSccxelIXMG3QmOKilI-Y=) Aups, Var ### What's nearby - ![Considered to be one of Europes most beautiful river canyons, Gorges du Verdon is several kilometers long and around 700 meters deep. The water is truly as turquoise as in this photo, magnificent. I'd love to share some tips if I had any but sadly I didn't spend much time in this area. However, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is a stunning small village close to Verdon and is well worth a visit after a day exploring, swimming or climbing. #canyon #water #river #france #bucketlist](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139599/53498c1a-b688-4770-b87e-cf99fa82deab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lac de Sainte Croix 30 min drive \- 18.0 km - ![486138832](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6361356/14b8476d-903b-4fca-9de3-be8800f2eeb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gorges du Verdon 46 min drive \- 29.2 km - Place Frederic-Mistral 16 min walk \- 1.3 km - Place Martin-Bidoure 16 min walk \- 1.3 km - Historic Moustiers Sainte Marie 61 min drive \- 39.3 km ### Getting around - Vidauban Station 43 min drive ### Restaurants - La Farigoulette 14 min drive - La Pizza 19 min walk - Restaurant Tourtour 14 min drive - Le Relais Saint Denis 14 min drive - La Gaudinette 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON have a pool? ### Is IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON? ### What time is check-out at IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON? ### Where is IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## IN THE HEART OF PROVENCE AND VERDON Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge V. May 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wat een fijn huisje! Heerlijke plek! De eigenaar was zo aardig ons een upgrade te geven omdat dat huisje vrij was. Had hij natuurlijk helemaal niet hoeven doen, maar wij waren er heel blij mee! Huis, tuin en zwembad zijn allemaal fantastisch. Je zit lekker privé, eigenaar is super vriendelijk en behulpzaam. En los van alles: de regio enhet d dorp Aups zijn natuurlijk geweldig! ##### Inge V. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Aukje G. Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Een paradijsje Eigenaar is heel netjes, accomodatie is dan ook erg schoon en netjes. Veel privacy, zwembad is fijn. Eigenaar reageert meteen op berichtjes, is gastvrij en vertelt graag wat er te doen is. Supermarkt aan de overkant van de weg. ##### Aukje G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024