This enchanting Provencal Mas light and airy sleeps up to ten guests in five bedrooms and four bathrooms, all equipped with air conditioning offers timeless charm and idyllic setting just two kilometers of the picturesque village of Maussane-les-Alpilles and surrounded by the serene beauty of the Alpilles mountains.
On the ground floor of this fully renovated, 230m² property, you will find an open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, with breakfast bar and a dining area. From here, you have direct access to the shaded terrace which leads to the heated swimming pool. There is also one air-conditioned and en-suite bedroom on the ground floor. Upstairs, you will find four air-conditioned double bedrooms, two of which share a bathroom. The style of this Mas is uncomplicated and modern, its elegance speaks for itself.
Oust side enjoy fabulous views of the Alpilles hills from this beautifully landscaped garden. Embrace the local lifestyle with a game of boules and a chilled glass of rosé, cook a delicious meal on the barbecue, and gather under the leafy green arches on the shaded terrace to dine together and spend quality time with your loved ones.
Relax in this 12m x 6m, heated swimming pool which is secured by a roller shutter,
surrounded by a large terrace with comfortable sun loungers and parasols. Let yourself float or lie back on a lounger, while you admire the soothing, landscape garden and the picturesque view of the Alpilles. In the evening, with the gentle murmur the fountain in the background one can eat alfresco under the pergola on the terrace
The Mas lies within walking distance just two kilometres away from the beautiful 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: 230m²
Ground Floor;
Hall with guests cloakroom & WC18m²
Living room 30m² with fireplace & sofas
Fully equipped open plan kitchen 38m² with a dinning area
Laundry room 8m²
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom 24m² with King size 180cm bed & air-conditioning, en-suite shower room , hand basin, hairdryer and WC.
First floor:
Corridor 9m²
Bedroom 2: Double bedroom 30m² King size 180cm bed, air-conditioning, TV & en-suite shower room, hand basin, hairdryer and a separate WC.
Bedroom 3: Double bedroom 19m² Twin or can be made up as Kind size 180cm bed, air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom shower room, hand basin hairdryer and a separate WC
Bedroom 4: Double bedroom 12m² King size 180cm bed, air-conditioning, shared bathroom shower room, hand basin hairdryer and a separate WC with bedroom 5
Bedroom 5: Double bedroom 12m² Queen size 160cm bed sharing a separate bathroom with shower, hand basin, hair dryer & a separate WC with bedroom 4
Separate bathroom with shower & hand basin, hair dryer & a separate WC sharing with bedroom 4 & 5
Outdoors Features: 1500m²
Garden enclosed
Heated private swimming pool 6 x 12m with steps ,depth 1.10m to 1.70m with chlorine filtration & security electric shutter
Swimming pool open April to beginning of October
Outside Kitchen
Sun beds
Shaded Terrace
Barbecue Gas
Webber barbecue charcoal
Water fountains
Privately owned prairie of 3 hectares
Pétanque/ Boules court
Private parking space 5
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 10: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Air-conditioning
Fully equipped kitchen with all modern appliance with Freezer/Dishwasher /Nespresso/Machine/ Food Processor/Microwave/Blender
Laundry room Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer
Dock iPhone/iPod or Bluetooth Audio
Internet Wi-Fi
TV Cable/Satellite
Board games
Baby cot & highchair
Staff & Services Included in the Rental:
Housekeeping during the week 3 hours per week
End of stay cleaning included
Utilities - Electricity, Water, Gas
Extra Not Included in the Rates: on request when booking subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 4,000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Local Tourist Tax "Tax de Sejour" will be applicable starting at 5.80 € per person per night please enquire when booking
Swimming pool heating at 350 € per week May to September
Extra cleaning services starting at 30 € per hour
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
Concierge service & assistance
Airport transfer
Cancellation insurance
Pre stocking of the house
All late arrivals after 9.00 pm or Sunday arrivals extra charge will applicable 120 €
Please Note:
Check-in is anytime after 17:00 pm
Check out by 10:00 am
Personal means of transport advised
Pets on request
No smoking in the Villa
Children welcome
All late arrivals after 9.00 pm or Sunday arrivals extra charge will applicable 120 €
Language spoken by staff English - French
Market Days in St Tropez Region:
Sunday: Châteaurenard
Monday: Les Saintes Maries de la Mer / Cavaillon
Tuesday: Tarascon /Cabannes
Wednesday: Barbentane/Mouriès/ Saint-Remy/Arles
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Saint Martin de Crau/ Les Saintes Maries de la Mer,/Eygalières
Saturday: Arles/Saint-Remy/Barbentane
Location Information:
Maussane des Alpilles 2.2 km
Pardaou 5 km
Les-Baux-des-Provence 4 km
St Rémy-de-Provence 10 km
Eygalières 16 km
Avignon 33 km
Nimes airport 47 km
Marseilles airport & Aix-en-Provence (TGV railway station) 80 km
Tennis in village
Golf de Baux des Provence 3 km
Camargue 45 mins
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 4 000 € must be paid with the final rental instalment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended