Maison des Mollets. Ideal for families, cycling and hiking groups in Provence.

Discover Provence in a different way!

Welcome to La Maison des Mollets, a cosy and welcoming stone house nestled in a peaceful pedestrianised alleyway in the historic centre of Saint-Didier, an authentic Provençal village in the Monts de Vaucluse.

Just a stone’s throw from the magnificent Château de Thézan, café terraces, restaurants, shops and the Provençal market, you’ll enjoy a stay where everything is within walking distance, in an authentic and friendly atmosphere.
Here, time slows down. You can enjoy a coffee in the shade of the plane trees, stroll through the narrow streets, set off to explore the landscapes of the Ventoux, and then savour a glass of local wine on the terrace when you return from a lovely day out.

Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or as a couple, or whether you’re passionate about cycling, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, fishing, tree-top adventure courses, canoeing/kayaking, fine dining, wine tourism, history or culture, you’ll find this a special place where every day holds new discoveries.

✨ The property

This house can accommodate 6 to 10 people:
• 5 bedrooms (3 double + 2 with single beds)
• Large bathroom + 2 toilets
• Spacious living/dining room
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Terrace
• Secure bike storage with repair area
Free shaded parking.

The village has everything you need: a full range of shops, restaurants, a tourist information centre, a shaded public garden with a burbling stream, playground and table tennis; a tennis/padel club; pétanque courts; fitness trails…

🌿 An exceptional location from which to explore Provence.
From Saint-Didier, it’s easy to explore the most beautiful hilltop villages that overlook the Provençal countryside and offer remarkable panoramic views of the Provençal landscape, amongst vineyards, charming villages, lavender fields, cliffs, gorges, rivers and exceptional historic sites.

Between 5 and 15 km away: Bédoin, Carpentras, Crillon-le-Brave, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, Gigondas, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Le Barroux, Le Beaucet, La Roque-sur-Pernes, Methamis, Monteux, Pernes-les-Fontaines, Saumane-de-Vaucluse, Vacqueyras, Venasque.....


15–30 km: Avignon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gordes, Lacoste, Malaucène, Orange, Roussillon, Séguret, Suzette, Vaison-la-Romaine.....

35 to 100 km: Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence, Marseille, Nîmes, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence........

🚴‍♂️ A true paradise for outdoor sports enthusiasts
La Maison des Mollets is ideally situated in the heart of one of Provence’s most beautiful playgrounds.

Nearby, discover the world-renowned climbing sites of Venasque, Buoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, which are among the most beautiful limestone cliffs in Europe, with several hundred routes suitable for all levels.
Climbers will also appreciate the cliffs of Auzon, renowned for their natural setting and accessible routes, which are ideal for rounding off an active holiday.

Mountain bike enthusiasts can enjoy an extensive network of signposted trails criss-crossing the Monts de Vaucluse, Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail, the Luberon, the Gorges de la Nesque and the surrounding forests. A variety of routes, ranging from family-friendly rides to the most technical trails, offer the chance to discover exceptional panoramic views amongst vineyards, hilltop villages, lavender fields and Provençal forests.

🚴‍♂️ Road cyclists will find the legendary climbs of Mont Ventoux, the scenic roads of the Gorges de la Nesque, the mountain passes of the Dentelles de Montmirail, as well as the winding country lanes linking the most beautiful villages of the Vaucluse.

🚴‍♂️ From the house, you can also access a wide range of walking and cycling trails directly, including the famous Via Venaissia, which is ideal for discovering Provence in complete safety and exploring hundreds of kilometres of trails in the heart of unspoilt countryside.

🏊‍♂️ After all that exercise, it’s time to relax: the cool, crystal-clear waters of the Sorgues, the lakes at Mormoiron and Caromb, and the Wave Island water park will offer you a refreshing escape on hot summer’s days.
There is also a municipal swimming pool 3 km away and the option to use a private swimming pool on a wine estate.

Exceptional natural landscapes:

The region offers an incredible variety of landscapes. You can explore:
• the ‘Colorado Provençal’;
• the Dentelles de Montmirail;
• the Ardèche Gorges;
• the Méouge Gorges;
• the Gorges de la Nesque;
• the Gorges du Verdon;
• the Monts de Vaucluse;
• Mont Ventoux;
• the lavender fields of the Sault and Valensole plateaus.

Large protected natural areas are also easily accessible:
• the Calanques National Park;
• the Camargue Regional Nature Park;
• the Alpilles Regional Nature Park;
• the Baronnies Provençales Regional Nature Park;
• the Luberon Regional Nature Park;
• the Mont Ventoux Regional Nature Park;
• the Verdon Regional Nature Park.

One of Europe’s richest cultural heritages:

History enthusiasts will discover prestigious sites ranked amongst the most beautiful in France:
• Sénanque Abbey;
• the Arles Amphitheatre;
• the Nîmes Amphitheatre;
• the Carrières des Lumières;
• Notre-Dame-des-Doms Cathedral in Avignon;
• Saint-Siffrein’s Cathedral in Carpentras;
• the numerous castles and chapels of the Monts de Vaucluse;
• the Palais des Papes;
• the Pont du Gard;
• the Ancient Theatre of Orange;
• the Ancient Theatre of Vaison-la-Romaine;
• the Village des Bories.

Provence also boasts a remarkable religious and cultural heritage. The Romanesque churches, chapels, abbeys and oratories bear witness to several centuries of Christian history, whilst the synagogue in Carpentras – the oldest in France still in use – serves as a reminder of the significant presence of Jewish communities in the Comtat Venaissin.

🎭 Festivals and traditions:

All year round, the villages come alive with festivals, markets and traditional celebrations.

Among the unmissable events:
• the Carrières des Lumières;
• the Chorégies d’Orange;
• Font’Arts in Pernes-les-Fontaines;
• the Avignon Festival;
• the European Heritage Days;
• the Christmas markets;
• the Provençal markets;
• the grape harvest and produce festivals;
• the votive festivals.
Every four years, Pernes-les-Fontaines (less than 5 km away) hosts its famous Heritage Festival, which transforms the town into a vast historical theatre. Over several days, locals and artisans in period costume bring to life the trades of yesteryear, Provençal traditions and major periods of history through shows, parades, music and entertainment.

🍇 The flavours of Provence
Food lovers will enjoy the colourful markets, local producers, olive oils, truffles, seasonal fruit, cherries, Carpentras strawberries, candied fruit and nougat, as well as the famous vineyards of the Beaumes-de-Venise, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras and Ventoux appellations.

La Maison des Mollets is much more than just accommodation: it is an invitation to experience Provence in all its authenticity, amidst nature, heritage, gastronomy, festivals, charming villages and outdoor adventures.

The entire property is available for guests’ use.
It is 8 km from the SNCF railway station and the bus routes and highways to Aix-en-Provence, Marseille and the airport are accessible. Aerodrome Edgar Soumille 2.5km away.

Well-behaved pets may be accepted. We ask that guests respect the neighbours right to tranquillity.