Elegant villa for 22 people in Cassis, 11 bedrooms with swimming pool and large terrace and spectacular views.
With 58 hectares (150 acres) under the Cap Canaille, within the Calanques National Park, the Domaine de Canaille is one of the largest and most prestigious private properties on the French Riviera. This luxury villa in Cassis is available for weekly rentals and also hosts seminars & Weddings, events and wellness retreats.
The former Revestel Hotel, which welcomed Virginia Woolf in the 20's during her stay on the French Riviera in Cassis, is a prestigious villa of 600m² (6 450 sqft) that was completely renovated by its new owners in 2017.
The four reception rooms on the sea and the eleven bedrooms can comfortably welcome twenty two guests.The huge terrace of 500m² (5 400 sqft) overlooks the beach of the arena with turquoise waters, accessible on foot by a private road in 5 minutes.The property has a large heated swimming pool (13m /42ft).
It will take you less than 15 minutes by foot to reach the village and the charming port of Cassis.
The spacious living areas have a lot of natural light coming from outside. They give direct access to the terrace where you can enjoy outdoor summer meals. There are 11 bedrooms but each of them offering intimacy. Wherever you are in the villa, you have a wonderful view over the sea.
There is a small independent house is located at the entrance of the estate and includes 2 bedrooms, but also a separate apartment inhabited by a couple of caretakers who every day will take care of the garden and pool and from the house (except Sundays), based on 8 hours a day. This will allow to propose the setting up of the breakfast table every morning for the guests and the delivery of fresh breads and pastries.
The grounds with spectacular views, has a barbecue, outdoor table and chilling out area, private swimming pool with deckchairs, an orangery with ping pong table and foot table and a Pétanque/ Bocce/ Boules area, very common activity in the South of France.
It is allowed to organise events with prior approval by the owner. For any events, additional fees will be applied.
There is a safety curtain around the pool.
Accommodation:
Ground Floor;
Entrance
Four Reception rooms
Indoor dining room, seating for 12 people
Cinema room with large screen, projector & DVD player
Fully equipped kitchen including stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge and freezer with water and ice-dispenser, temperature controlled wine cabinet, coffee machines (including Nespresso and filter), kettles, juicer, food processor, mixer and filtered water fountain for still & sparkling water etc.
Large laundry room with Washing machine, Tumble dryer a ironing facilities
Wine cellar
Bedroom 1: Bedroom (20m²) with 2 single bed 90cm configurable as a double King size 180cm bed, air conditioning & space for extra bed. En-suite bathroom with shower, separate WC with hand basin. This bedroom has garden & pool view.
First floor;
Bedroom 2: Bedroom (15m²) with twin beds 80cm, can be joined as a Queen size 160cm bed, air conditioning, desk & bathroom shared with bedroom 3, with shower & WC, this bedroom includes sea & pool view
Bedroom 3: Bedroom (17m²) with twin beds 80cm, can be joined as a Queen size 160cm bed, air conditioning, child desk & bookcase with children books & bathroom shared with bedroom 2, with shower & WC, this bedroom includes garden view
Bedroom 4: Bedroom (17m²) with twin beds 80cm, can be joined as a Queen size 160cm bed, air conditioning bathroom en-suite, with shower & WC, this bedroom includes a juliet style balcony with sea-view.
Bedroom 5: Double bedroom (28m²) King size 180cm bed, can be converted to twin beds, air conditioning, Smart TV & includes a juliet style balcony with sea-view and sitting area
Private bathroom across from bedroom entrance with shower, basin & WC,
Bedroom 6: Double bedroom (21m²) King size 180cm bed, can be converted to twin beds, air conditioning, desk bathroom en-suite, with shower & WC, this bedroom includes a juliet style balcony with sea-view
Bedroom 7: Bedroom (10m²)with single bed 80cm, can be extended to a 160cm bed with trundle bed, air conditioning & with garden view
Bathroom with bath, two sinks and WC (bathroom accessed via above bedroom or via hallway)
Bedroom 8: Double bedroom (13m²) King size 180cm bed, can be converted to twin beds, bathroom en-suite, with shower & WC, this bedroom includes also air conditioning & a juliet style balcony with sea-view
Second Floor;
Bedroom 9: Master bedroom (30m²) King size 180cm bed with air-conditioning sitting area, TV with Netflix and doors leading to private terraces (18m2) with sea-view. Bathroom with bath, double shower, two sinks, separate WC and doors leading to two terraces .Office space with long desk and sea-view terrace, space for an additional bed on request
Annex (Maison independent by the domain main entrance);
Garden level;
Bedroom 10: Double bedroom (16m²) King size 180cm bed, configurable in twin beds, bathroom en-suite, with shower
Bedroom 11: Double bedroom (20m²) King size 180cm bed, configurable in twin beds, bathroom en-suite, with shower
Note: 12 Bedroom: Dormitory style (67m²) is only available at certain times of the year and at an additional cost.
Open mezzanine-style lounge with high ceiling, double bedroom 180cm (convertible to twin beds 90cm) & sofa bed for (2-3 guests, on request only). Stairs down to kitchen Bathroom with shower, WC and sink (accessed off the mezzanine-style lounge) Sea view to a terrace (80m²)
Outdoors Features: 58 hectares (enclosed with electric fence)
Garden
Heated swimming pool 13m x 4.5m with electric security cover, open all year round, heated approximately April to September (subject to extra cost at other times of year)
Weber Barbecue
Pool house with fridge
Outdoor dining areas 2 tables up to 16 guests (can be joined together)
Orangery with Table tennis, mini foot table & Gym equipment & Yoga mats
Out door hot Tub heated all year
Pool lounge chairs
South facing terraces 500m²
North facing terrace with lounge furnishings and hammock
Private Parking
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 22; 11 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms & WC
Extra bedroom starting at 150 € per guest per night max guests 24
Air conditioning in all bedrooms in the main villa
Fans in Annex bedrooms
Wi-Fi Internet fibre optic
Reception rooms x 4
Dining room with dining table
Fully equipped kitchen Combo fridge – freezer, Dishwasher, Ice maker, Microwave, Oven, high-end appliances etc….
Bed and household linens
Electricity, water, gas
Pool towels
Welcoming bathroom products
TV satellite/ Netflix
Cinema Lounge
Orangery with Fitness room, Table tennis, table football, gym equipment and yoga mats
Bikes
Hairdryers
Sea view
Private Parking
Staff & Services Included in the Rental:
Fully staffed villa/ Maid service 6 hours per day
Bed and household linens/ pool towels
Preparation of dinner by Chef (excluding ingredients)
Daily Continental Breakfast (excluding ingredients)
Utilities - Electricity, Water, Gas
Garden maintenance
Internet WI-FI
Pool maintenance
Swimming pool heating (April to October)
Selection of bath products
Extras Not Included in the Rental: on request when booking & subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 8 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Local Tourist Tax "Tax de Sejour" per person per night starting at 5.00 € to be paid on arrival or pre paid please enquire as prices changes per year
Mandatory end of stay final cleaning 950 €
Airport transfer/ Taxi
Pre stocking of the house
Chef plus cost of ingredients
Cancellation insurance
Extra person starting from 150 € per Guest/day please enquire
Weddings and events planning/ Parties on request for an estimate
Please Note:
The Domaine de Canaille is available all year long for weekly rentals (in low and mid season, possibility of a 3 or 4-day rental) and can only be rented as a whole. The estate occasionally accepts receptions or weddings (events under 90/100 pax) - budget on request.
Caretaker live by the entrance gate
Pets are not allowed
Check-in is anytime after 17:00 pm
Check out by 10:00 am
No smoking in the Villa
Children welcome
Language spoken by staff English - French
Price shown is for 7 nights
Possible Activities: on request
Wine tasting
Jonathan and Aurélie Sack offer wine tasting at the Clos Sainte-Magdeleine. You can also try different wines of Cassis at sunset on the Cap Canaille driven by an electric tuk tuk.
Boat tours
Possibility of cruises in the Calanques in zodiac or speedboats (up to 25 max), with or without skipper, full or half day. Negotiated rates.
Climbing
You dream of climbing the Cap Canaille or famous calanque of En Vau? We will put you in touch with professional guides.
Hiking trails
The region is full of beautiful hiking trails. The most famous are those of the calanques and our favorite the one between Morgiou and Sormiou.
Yoga & paddle yoga
Coralie regularly organises yoga classes on the Corton beach (5 minutes walk) or paddle yoga from the beach in the city center. Private lessons can also be organised at home.
Electric bikes tours
Emilien and his team take you on the trails of Cassis to explore the calanques and vineyards and let you admire the view from the legendary "route des crêtes".
Location:
Cassis 3.5 km by car
Cassis 15 minutes by foot 1.7 km
Aix en Provence 49 km
Avignon 134 km
Saint Tropez 135 km
Nice Cote d'Azur International Airport (NCE) 172 km
Marseille Airport -Marignane 56 km
TGV Aix en Provence 55 km
Additional info;
Villa Canaille is set within a 150-acre domaine, part of the Calanques National Park on the French Riviera, almost equidistant between Marseille and Toulon and just a short stroll from the charming port of Cassis.
It’s around a 20-minute walk (at times without pavement) into the small town of Cassis. It’s a delightful place for a coffee on one of its café terraces or a leisurely lunch in a characterful restaurant. As you explore the narrow lanes of inviting shops, there’s almost an ambience of Provence yet surrounded by French Riviera bays and the pretty port. Look out for night markets in the height of the summer and all year round you can visit the twice-weekly market for locally produced fruit, vegetables, cheeses and of course fish. You will also find the catch of the day being sold on Quai des Baux each morning.
Beach-lovers can seek out many idyllic spots along this part of the coastline – the nearest bay is around a 5-minute walk away (via a steep private path with steps), a rocky shore with crystal-clear water just perfect for swimming and snorkelling (pack aqua shoes). Further along, the town of Cassis is home to Plage de la Grande Mer, a scenic beach offering kayak hire and wind-surfing, or you may prefer to seek out number of beautiful coves and bays nearby often only reached by foot or boat.
The Calanques National Park offers incredible walks, many starting off or passing through Cassis, with hikes for a range of abilities across its 300km of marked trails, all with the most spectacular scenery of sea and mountains. Hiring a boat or kayak is another great way to explore this coastline, reaching secluded coves, whilst there are also many excellent climbing and cycling opportunities.
Wine-tasting is another wonderful experience in this part of the French Riviera, with vineyards around Cassis where you can meet the wine-growers, learn all about this region’s wine-producing history and eco-system as well as sample or purchase some of Cassis’ unique wines.
Further along the coast, follow the famous Route des Crêtes through the Calanques to La Ciotat, a pretty coastal town around 10km away where you will find atmospheric markets, a number of shops and restaurants, lovely beaches and boat trips across to the stunning natural island, île Verte.
Continue further to places such as Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer or the exciting towns of Toulon and Hyères. Alternatively, head west and spend the day in the culturally vibrant city of Marseille, around 30km away, with its handsome buildings, characterful places to dine as well as bustling markets.
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights
Mid & Low season can be rented for 3/ 4 /7 days on request
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 90 days prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit of 8 000 € to be paid paid with the final rental instalment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !