This magnificent Mas Destet in the heart of the hamlet with beautiful unobstructed view of the Alpilles fully recently restored with authentic materials natural coated walls, its stone floors & solid oak parquet, fully air conditioned consisting of 5 bedrooms and bathrooms, large reception room , dining room and fully modern kitchen and outside a large pool, terraces to lounge around provides a magnificent setting to stay and enjoy one holiday with family and friends in total comfort.
One enters the Mas via a large bright entrance hall with double doors, leads to a large reception room of approximately 75m² with fireplace , several sofa, a dinning area for 14 at one end and large windows providing a magnificent view of the swimming pool and the Alpilles
Large modern kitchen fully equipped with central island gas cooker range, French doors to the south facing terrace. Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer
On the ground floor there are two double bedrooms with Queen size beds, reversible air conditioning and private bathrooms with shower and a separate WC for both rooms.
On the first floor there is one Super King size bed and two King size beds with reversible air conditioning with private bathrooms three with shower and one with a bath and dressing room
Outside a large garden divided into 2 areas, to the west with access from a bedroom suite on the ground floor, and the greater part to the south and benefiting from a very large swimming pool and centenarians Olive trees. A heated infinity pool fed by a water path - 16 x 5 m with a of depth 1.50 m, 5 steps to enter the pool and secured with an electric cover. The swimming pool terrace has 4 outdoor sofas, parasol and sun loungers. Two terraces one with a pergola with table seating 16 guests and a covered pool house fully equipped with dining table, with sink, small fridge, barbecue, a separate WC and balls for playing pétanque . There are numerous sun-loungers and seating. Ample parking at the Mas
The Mas is located between Mausanne and Mouries both a few minutes drive to these lively villages with its shops, many bars & restaurants. Also the charming picturesque village of Eygalières is not far away.
There are many other interesting villages nearby such as St. Remy de Provence, the birthplace of the 16th Century astrologer Nostradamus and just outside the town is the impressive Greco-Roman archaeological site of Glanum. Also nearby is the beautiful retreat where Van Gough painted. Villages such as Les Baux de Provence and Fontvielle and the remote and mysterious wetlands of the Camargue (one of Europe’s most important nature reserves, known especially for its pink flamingos, fighting bulls and wild horses) and all around the scent of rosemary, thyme and lavender.
A short 30 minutes drive north is the beautiful walled city of Avignon - a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the medieval city of Popes, with the biggest gothic palace in the world. Pont de Guard – also a World Heritage Site – the incredible triple height aqueduct bridge built by the Romans, which delivered pure water to the Roman baths and fountains at Nîmes to the west, with its impressive Roman arena.
To the south, the city of Arles with its roman arena (holdings 20,000 spectators) and the nearest beach at St. Maries de la Mer (¾ hour’s drive).
The Camargue offers wonderful opportunities to ride, bicycle and walk in this fascinating area. There is also excellent riding, cycling and walking in the Alpilles hills close to St Remy and Les Baux de Provence. Bicycles can be hired in several local villages and there are a number of nearby livery stables.
Accommodation: 350
Ground floor;
Large Entrance with central staircase
A huge reception room of approximately 75m² with fireplace and a magnificent view of the swimming pool and the massif
A dining room with reception table for 14 people
A fully equipped kitchen with exterior access to a south facing terrace
Laundry with washing machine & tumble dryer
Bedroom 1: Double bed Queen size bed 160cm x 200cm, bathroom with shower. Room with reversible air conditioning. It overlooks the entrance fountain.
Bedroom 2: Double bed Queen size bed 160cm x 200cm, bathroom with stone shower. Room with reversible air conditioning. The bedroom overlooks the garden at the back with a magnificent, centuries-old olive tree.
WC (shared by both bedrooms - in the hallway between the 2 bedrooms)
(Please note these two bedrooms are small in sq.m so ideal for single person occupancy despite having a Queen size beds)
Upstairs:
Bedroom 3: Master suite Super King size bed 200cm x 200cm, bathroom with shower and separate WC, large dressing room. Bedroom with reversible air conditioning, TV screen. It overlooks the Alpilles Massif & the swimming pool...
Bedroom 4 :Double bed King size bed 180cm x 200cm, bathroom with separate shower and WC, storage cupboard. Room with reversible air conditioning
Bedroom 5: Master suite Double bed King size bed 180cm x 200cm, bathroom with bath and shower and separate WC, large dressing room. Bedroom with reversible air-conditioning & TV screen.
Outside Features:
Garden of 4800m² is divided into 2 areas, a private garden to the west with access from a bedroom suite on the ground floor,
Garden 4500 m² located to the south and benefiting from a very large swimming pool - Centenarians Olive trees
Heated infinity pool salt water filtration - dimensions 16m x 5m - depth: 1.50m, 5 steps to enter the pool with security electric cover
Pool terrace with 4 outdoor sofas and sun loungers
Fully equipped pool house, dinning table for 14, small fridge, sink, barbecue & separate WC with hand basin
Pétanque / Boule court
Pergola terrace table for 16 people
One Large parasol
Private parking
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 8: 5 Bedrooms ( 2 Master bedrooms - 3 King size beds & 2 Queen size beds but smaller bedrooms) 5 bathrooms & 5 WC
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi Internet
Fully equipped kitchen with 3 refrigerators and one freezer - cooking range - wine cellar - ice maker - dishwasher
Home cinema
SONOS music system
3 TV, smart Apple & Netflix
Flat screen in the two "Master" suites and in the living room
Hair dryer
Baby equipment (on request: high chair, cot, bath)
Make-up removing cottons, cotton swabs, laundry bag, bathrobes and slippers available in the room (LELABO toiletries)
Services Included in the Rental:
Daily maid service 6/7 days (18h / week - 4h / day)
Weekly linen & Towel change once a week
Daily breakfast of local delicacies served at guests’ convenience
Final cleaning included
Welcome basket of seasonal fruits and local wine
Toiletries, bathrobes and slippers provided
Heated swimming pool at no extra cost from May 1st to September 30th included
Heating consumption up to 500 € winter
Gardener once a week for mowing and maintaining the pool
Firewood during the winter months
Extras Not Included in the Rental: on request when booking & subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 10 000 € to be paid with the rental rental payment
Tourist tax “Tax de Sejour” starting at 5.80 €/ adult per night to be paid locally or pre arranged please enquire price may change per year
Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival, extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the Security Deposit
Personal laundry cleaning
Cooking class given by a chef (minimum 6 people) approx 90 € / people
Home chef: starting approx 3,500 €/ week (+ price of the groceries)
Heated swimming pool included (from May to September) other periods on request 700 € per week
Nanny service
Tennis coach
Event fees on request
Pre-storage of the villa
Chef services
Spa and massage
Fitness teacher
Please Note:
Personal means of transport advised
NO cellular coverage in this area, wifi calling and wifi connection is provided
The house is situated in the heart of a national park and some wildlife can be observed around, including foxes and wild boar/pigs
Pets are not accepted
Check in time: 4 pm to 6 pm
Check out time: before 10 am
Non-smoking villa
Local Markets in the Region:
Sunday: Châteaurenard
Monday: Les Saintes Maries de la Mer / Cavaillon
Tuesday: Tarascon /Cabannes
Wednesday: Mouriès, Saint-Remy, Arles
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Saint Martin de Crau/ Les Saintes Maries de la Mer/Eygalières
Saturday: Arles, Saint-Remy
Location Information:
Mouries 3.5 km Shops/restaurants/grocers
Mausanne les Alpilles 6 km Restaurants
Les Baux-de-Provence 13 km
St-Remy-de-Provence 19 km
Arles 34 km
Avignon 40 km
Nîmes 50 km
Aix-en-Provence 61 km
Marseille 76 km
Avignon (TGV) 35 km
Avignon Airport 40 km
Nîmes Airport 50 km
Marseille Airport 76 km
Montpellier Airport 110 km
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 90 days prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit 10,000 € to be paid with the rental rental payment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !