Villa Jas
Villa Jas, a timeless stone retreat just outside Gordes, has long been part of the Only Provence collection. In 2022, new owners from the UK partnered with our team to reimagine the property with a complete renovation. Their goal was to preserve the villa’s Provençal soul while infusing it with fresh energy, ensuring it remained an inviting home for seasonal stays.
Project Brief
New owners envisioned a seasonal home that honored Provençal traditions while feeling fresh and inviting. The goal was to keep its rustic charm intact, highlight natural light, and update interiors and exteriors for comfort and modern ease.
The Challenge
The villa needed updates without losing its story, from dated finishes to outdoor areas that no longer shined. Retaining original materials while introducing lighter tones, brighter fabrics, and more welcoming spaces required thoughtful choices.
The Transformation
We refreshed original furniture, stripped back heavy finishes, and celebrated the villa’s soft, natural light. New stone and landscaping redefined outdoor spaces. Local antiques and décor added depth, linking the renovation to Provence’s history.
The Experience
Guests enjoy warm interiors, authentic materials, and outdoor living framed by lavender and an infinity pool. Every detail reflects Provence’s beauty while offering comfort and style, creating a retreat that feels both grounded in tradition and refreshingly new.
Before
This beautiful stone home just outside Gordes has been part of the Only Provence collection since the agency’s earliest days. In 2022, Provence Life found the perfect new owners—a wonderful couple from the UK, eager to breathe new life into the property that was beginning to feel a little tired. Wanting to continue sharing it as a seasonal rental, they embarked with us on a thoughtful, full-scale renovation.
Process
From the start, the vision was clear: honor the spirit of Provence while giving it a fresh and bright look. Together, we made it our guiding principle to retain the home’s authentic charm, highlighting aged wood and local stone, while inviting in a fresh, airy energy through warm, inviting fabrics. We kept many of the original pieces of furniture, stripping them of their heavy finishes and bringing out their warmer honeyed tones.
After
Villa Jas is blessed with gorgeous natural light throughout the day, so we had the finest elements of Provence as our inspiration and canvas. On the exterior, we redid the outdoor living spaces by installing new stone around infinity pool the added rows of lavender, wispy aura. Our final touches involved visits to all of our favorite antiques and deco boutiques for the perfect items to highlight the history, earthiness and traditions of Provence.
