This traditional Provencal Mas des Alpilles near Maussane les Alpiles in a beautiful setting on the foot of the Alpilles hills, former 17th century hunting lodge, completely renovated, with exposed stones, uncluttered volumes, bright and airy,
minimalist in style goes to the essential of a clever mix of and natural materials creating an image of living where simple pleasure, combined with comfort
The Mas consists of fully air-conditioned on 2 levels with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms accommodating up to 10 guests.
On the ground floor there is an entrance hall leading to a large and bright living room with elegantly furnished with a comfortable seating area open stone fireplace & doors to a covered terrace. A dining room with table for 10 with a fully modern equipped kitchen. There is a cellar/ laundry room.
On the half landing there is a wash basin with a guest cloak room with WC and and also a bathroom with bath, walk in shower and basin
On the upper level on the right side there is a mezzanine with a seating are with TV
Bedroom (1) double bed Queen size bed 160cm x 200cm with WC area and a basin. Direct access to the outside, bedroom (2) double bed 140cm x 190cm and a single bed 90cm x 190cm & bedroom (3) double bed 140cm x 190cm with access to the outside. On the half landing left side there is an independent bathroom with shower and WC and further up the level on the left side the master bedroom (4) King size bed 180cm x 200cm with dressing room
The Annex, facing the swimming pool there is independent suite with double bed 180cm x 200cm and a shower room and WC.
Outside there is a facing south, the dining terrace is protected from the mistral by the house. Wrought iron benches and an elegant stone well.
The garden offers different spaces for relaxation or sharing facing the hill and the olive groves. They will offer you moments of calm and conviviality, surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation or nature. Swimming pool of 11m x 5m depth from 1.20m to 1.65 m with a beach entrance of 1m x 5m depth 25cm
Located on the edge of the village of Maussane des Alpilles, not far from the cafes and restaurants on whose terraces, in the shade of the plane trees that line the village square, you can sip a cold drink, admire the works of the artists who expose every Friday or go to your market on Thursday morning. At the stalls, you will discover the richness and variety of local products and the southern accent...Maussane also offers many quality shops to satisfy you.
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 25 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: 161m²
Ground Floor;
Entrance hall
Kitchen-dining room
Cellar/laundry room
Living room with stone fireplace
Half landing floor :
Separate WC with hand basin
Separate bathroom with vanity unit, bath and walk-in shower
Upper Floor on the right side:
Mezzanine TV lounge
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom Queen size 160cm x 200cm bed. Direct access to the outside on the rock
Bedroom 2: Double bed 140cm x 190cm and a single bed 90cm x 190cm
Bedroom 3: Double bed 140cm x 190cm. Direct access to the outside
Upper Half landing left side:
Independent bathroom with shower and WC
Floor on the left side:
Bedroom 4: Double bedroom King size 180cm x 200cm bed with dressing area
Annex separate access. On the ground floor, facing the swimming pool:
Bedroom 5: Double bedroom King size bed 180cm x 200cm & shower room and WC
Grounds Features: 2400m²
Land with trees and flowers
Swimming pool of 11m x 5m - depth from 1.20m to 1.65m with a beach of 1m x 5m (depth 25cm) secured by an electric cover
Terraces with al-fresco dining
Garden furniture - tables, chairs, armchairs, 10 sun-beds, 1 parasol
Barbecue / Plancha
There is a well care with small children
Private car park
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 10: 5 bedrooms (2 beds 180cm, 1 bed 160cm, 2 beds 140cm & a 1 bed 90cm) 4 bathrooms
Air-conditioning
Internet Wi-Fi
Fully equipped kitchen Fridge - Freezer - Electric oven - Microwave oven - Extractor hood - Gas Coker Range Godin with 5 burners- Nespresso coffee maker - Kettle - Toaster - Dishwasher -
TV x 2
Washing machine
Hairdryers in all bathrooms
Table Football
Cot
Services Included in the Rental:
House keeping during the stay 3h/week
Linen and pool towels are supplied
Utilities - Electricity, Water, Gas
The maintenance of the exteriors and the swimming pool
Extras Not Included in the Rental: on request when booking & subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 2 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Local tourist tax "Tax de Sejour" 4.00 € per person per night to be deducted from the Security deposit (please check as this may change every 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
The maintenance of the exteriors and the swimming pool is ensured by the owners
Extra cleaning on request when booking
Mandatory final cleaning 300 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Mandatory that there is also a compulsory concierge fee of 400 € for stays of 7 nights
All late arrivals after 9.00 pm or Sunday arrivals extra charge will applicable 120 €
Please Note:
Minimum stay 7 nights & July & August 14 nights
Personal means of transport advised
Check in time: 5 pm to 8pm
Check out time: before 10am
Non-smoking inside the villa
Pets on request
Children welcome
Late arrivals after 9.00 p.m. may be charged a late arrival fee of 120 €
Language spoken by staff French a little English
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:
Mausanne les Alpilles 1.8 km
Les Baux-de-Provence 3 km
St-Remy-de-Provence 12 km
Arles 18 km
Avignon (TGV) 30 km
Nimes airport 40 km
Marseille airport 60 km
Golf, walking, cycling, horse riding nearby
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights & July & August 14 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 90 days prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit 2 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !