My Favourite Airbnb: a secluded haven within the walls of a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The building has lived many lives since it belonged to a Cardinal in the 1300s, one of which was a bar, and the manifesto from when it was a bohemian drinking den remains on the wall inviting you to conspire and plot, or as the name suggests, ‘comploter’, with artistic friends. The perfect spot for a night cap before falling into one of the three available suites, all of which are packed with unique details that bring out the residence’s long, rich history. The primary on the top floor boasts a sky light and a bed nestled between original beams, while the two mezzanine options are packed with charms like a fully stocked reading nook and garden-style doors with a view out over the terrace.

Designed for seclusion, the terrace and surrounding garden are landscaped to give you just a glimpse of the medieval walls beyond, making you feel totally a part of the area while also private and peaceful. In fact it’s so peaceful with the breeze lapping through the trees I find myself wondering if I’ve ever been anywhere properly quiet before. It’s the perfect place to spend a slow morning, especially as we’ve opted to have breakfast included, arriving downstairs to a basket filled with warm crusty baguettes, jams, mini pastries and fruit.

With ‘refresh and reset’ very much ticked off, next on the list is to tear ourselves away from the terrace, the city of Avignon on our doorstep too tempting to pass up. We have a few day trips on the agenda too: arty, inspirational Arles is just 15 minutes away by train while the Roman architecture of Nȋmes is around 30.

Will I be back? I hope so, but until then I will be mentally on the terrace, tree-gazing while Virgil the tortoise keeps me company.