Le Mas Estello recently renovated located walking distance to the nearby village of Maussane-les-Alpilles and short driving distance from Les Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy.
Provencal Mas set amongst 1 hectare of private gardens.
The villa is set on a hilltop with a stunning infinity pool looking out over Provence. There are plenty of sun loungers, a boule pitch/volleyball/badminton court for guests to enjoy.
The interiors combine the charm of modernity and tradition. On the ground floor, the spacious living room have spacious windows looking out over the Alpilles.
There are five bedrooms on the lower level, accommodating a total of 8 adults & 4 children guests. The two bigger bedrooms are master suite, two are double with en-suite shower rooms. Each bedroom has a terrace with a direct access to the swimming pool.
Mas Estello is professionally staffed with a 3-hour daily maid service and a breakfast buffet laid each morning. A professional Chef can be arranged for lunch and dinner on request
Magnificently located near the small village of Paradou (2 km) and the shop, and also to the famous “Bristo de Paradou” where they serve Provençal specialties in a warm setting with stone and exposed beams and a tree-lined terrace. (one must book as it is extremely popular) otherwise just over 2.5 kilometres you are in the centre of the charming village of Maussane-les-Alpilles which is a typical colourful bustling Provencal Village with lots of ambiance has all the amenities, boulangeries, quaint pavement cafes and excellent restaurants, shops and a weekly market on Thursday providing an opportunity to discover local products.
Just a little further Saint Remy de Provence is a lively charming classical little town capital of the Alpilles, it has all the amenities, boulangeries, little boutiques, quaint pavement cafes and excellent restaurants, its winding cobbled lanes you will discover the small squares, historic buildings, churches and museums and on Wednesday the colourful weekly market will offer the opportunity to discover local products and handicrafts which is a must to see. 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).
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: 300 m2
Entrance lobby
Living room with smart TV opening to terrace
Open plan kitchen with dining space & opening to terrace
Sauna & massage room
Wine cellar
Guests cloakroom with washbasin & WC
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom with super King size bed 200cm with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom with shower, bath, double hand basin & WC. Access to a balcony & terrace
Bedroom 2: Double bedroom with King size bed 180cm with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom with shower, bath, double hand basin & WC. Access to a balcony & terrace
Bedroom 3: Double bedroom with King size bed 180cm with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom with shower, hand basin & WC. Access to a balcony & terrace
Bedroom 4: Double bedroom with Queen size bed 160cm with air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom with shower, hand basin & WC. Access to a balcony & terrace
Bedroom 5: Bedroom with 4 beds ideal children & bathroom
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 8; 5 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms & WC
Internet access Wi-Fi
Air conditioning throughout
Fitness equipment
Fully fitted kitchen with all appliances
Sauna
Security alarm
Washing machine & tumble dryer
Wine cellar
Fitness room with dumbbell rack & rower
Hairdryer
Satellite TV, Apple TV /Netflix in each bedroom
Volleyball & mim football
Sonos sound system
Fire pit
Garage
Gas BBQ
Heated infinity pool
Hillside view Alpilles views
Pétanque /boules court
Private parking 6 cars
Outdoors Features:
1 hectare of private gardens
Heated infinity salt water pool 16 x 4m & 1.5m deep heated from May to September with electric safety cover
Garden furniture, sun-beds 2 single & I double lounger & 4 outdoor ottomans & 4 lounge chairs
Outdoor shower
Alfresco dining
Hillside view
Fire pit
Gas BBQ
Paddle court
Pétanque/boules court with balls convertible in a volleyball/badminton court 18 x10m
Garage
Electric entrance gate with digicode
Private parking 6 cars
Helicopter landing on property
Walking distance to village Paradou
Children:
Children welcome
Pool has electric safety cover
Baby cot & Highchair on request
Services Included in the Rental:
Daily housekeeping 4 hours per day
End of rental cleaning
All household linen including pool towels
Luxury bathroom amenities
Linen change weekley
Weekly linen & towel change
Daily breakfast of local delicacies served at guests’ convenience a sumptuous buffet with local and seasonal delights, including fresh pastries, artisanal cheeses, seasonal fruits, jams and more, served in a charming and scenic setting.
Welcome basket olive oil, salt, pepper, etc
Fiber internet Wi-Fi both inside & outdoors
All utilities Electricity, Water, Gas
Pool & garden maintenance
Villa manager
Extras Not Included in the Rental; on request when booking & subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 12 000 € to be paid with the final rental payment
Tourist tax “Tax de Sejour” starting at 5.80 € / adult per day to be paid locally please enquire price may change per year
Extra housekeeping starting from 25 € per hour
Chef/Cook services
Cancellation insurance
Please Note:
Minimum stay – 3 nights in low season, 7 nights in high season
Pets allowed on request
Check in after 16.00 p.m.
Check out before 10.00 a.m.
Saturday to Saturday only
Personal means of transport advised
No smoking in the Villa
Children welcome
Language spoken by staff French- English
Local Markets in the Region;
Monday: Les Saintes Maries de la Mer
Tuesday: Tarascon
Wednesday: Barbentane, Mouriès, Saint-Remy, Arles
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Saint Martin de Crau, Les Saintes Maries de la Mer, Eygalières
Saturday: Barbentane , Saint-Remy, Arles
Sunday: Châteaurenard
Location Information:
Mausanne les Alpilles 2.2 km (10 minutes walk)
Les Baux-de-Provence 4 km
St-Remy-de-Provence 12 km
Arles 18 km
Aix en Provence 65 km
Avignon (TGV) 33 km
Nice 235 km
Nimes airport 46 km
Marseille airport 70 km
Golf, walking, cycling, horse riding nearby
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 3 months prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit 12 000 € to be paid with the final rental payment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !