This exceptional Provencal farmhouse near Saint Remy de Provence with wonderful view of the Alpilles hills, on a historic olive and lavender mill, this renovated farmhouse exudes both historical richness and modern conveniences, with a heated pool, beautiful park, a magnificent view on Alpilles mountains, comfort, privacy, calm and luxury and within 3 km from the centre of St Remy de Provence
Mas Bellile offers 400sqm of living accommodation with 6 spacious bedrooms & bathrooms. The property also offers a spacious living room with comfortable sofas, a fireplace, an office space and a piano. A spacious fully equipped open kitchen extends the living room, as well as a TV lounge at the other end.
Mas Bellile can accommodate up to 13 guests, ideal for holidays with friends or family.
There is air conditioning throughout the house, and the large traditional terrace outside enjoys the shade of tall plane trees.
Outside 3 hectares of well-tended gardens with lawn fringed by ancient trees providing privacy, with a 12 x 5 m pool and wonderful the surrounding landscape which is simply stunning, there are plenty of hiking trails available from the house leading to the famous Alpilles hills There is ample parking and the village of Saint Rémy, cafes and restaurants as well as Roman ruins are all within a 20-minute walk from the property.
Set within an expanse of well-tended gardens fringed by ancient trees Mas Bellile offers a spectacular view. This renovated farmhouse exudes both historical wealth and modern amenities.
St Remy-de-Provence just over 3 kilometres is a charming classical little town, capital of the Alpilles with 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 landscape in this region is particularly picturesque, encompassing rolling hills dotted with quaint hilltop villages and countless hiking trails, extensive sunflower fields, olive groves. This region is steep with history with plenty of sites to visit such as Les Baux de Provence is considered 'one of the most beautiful villages in France, Avignon, Arles, Nîmes and Uzès and the are other towns you can easily visit in a day, and at only 45 minutes' drive and to the east is the Luberon region and further south, Camargue’s unique wetland populated by pink flamingos and wild horses.
Accommodation:
Ground Floor;
A spacious living room with comfortable sofas, cabled TV and Piano
Fully equipped kitchen
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom King size 180cm bed, air-conditioning with en-suite bathroom shower, basin & WC
1st floor;
Bedroom 2: Double bedroom Queen size 160cm bed, air-conditioning with en-suite bathroom shower, basin & WC
Bedroom 3: Double bedroom King size bed 180cm bed, air-conditioning (can be converted to 2 single beds on request) with en-suite bathroom shower, basin & WC
Bedroom 4: Three single beds 90cm beds, air-conditioning (can be converted to King size bed + single bed on request) with en-suite bathroom shower, basin & WC
Bedroom 5: Double bedroom Queen size 160cm bed air-conditioning with en-suite bathroom shower, s basin & WC
Bedroom 6: Double bedroom, King size 180cm bed (or can be converted to Twin beds on request) with en-suite bathroom shower, bath, basin & WC
Features & Amenities:
Sleep 13: 6 Doubles bedrooms (3 King size beds, 2 Queen size beds & 3 single beds but two single can be converted to a King size) 6 bathrooms en-suite & WC
Air conditioning
Fully equipped kitchen separate from the living room, with dining area and outside access
Indoor dining room for 13 people
Washing machine & tumble dryer / Ion and ironing board facilities
Wi-Fi Internet
Cabled TV with English News channels
I Pod dock speaker base
Piano
Sonos music system- CD / stereo player
Hair dryer
Cot & Highchair
All linens provided & Pool towels
English speaking house manager
Grounds Features:
An exquisite garden
25 acres of private land
Private heated swimming pool 12m x 5m salt water secured alarm & electric pool cover
Grill barbecue electric plancha
Pool house
Large outdoor terrace under the plane trees
Outdoor meal for 13 people
Deck chairs / Parasols for the swimming pool
Shaded and grassy areas
Views of the Alpilles
Hiking trails
Private parking for 5 cars
Services Included in the Rental:
Linen, towels and pool towels are provided
Housekeeping included 3 hours Monday Wednesday and Friday
Housekeepers are not responsible for washing dishes, pots, pans or personal laundry.
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
Additional maid service starting at 25 € per hour
Swimming pool can be heated in spring & autumn on request starting from 300 € per week please check as price changes per year
Swimming pool open only from mid April to end October
The swimming pool area has just been renovated and now offers a comfortable pool house in a large private estate planted with olive trees and lavender fields.
Central Heating on request at additional charges
Please Note:
Rental minimum 14 nights July & August
Caretakers / guardians living on the property in a small adjacent house completely private house
Check in time: 4pm to 6pm
Check out time: before 10am
Children welcome
Pets are accepted on request
Personal transport desirable
No smoking Villa
Language spoken by staff French & 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:
St Remy (restaurants, market, shops) 3.5 km
Les Baux de Provence 10 km
Avignon 18 km, Arles 24 km
L'Isle sur la Sorgue 21 km
Pont du Gard 30 km
Nimes 45 km
Uzès 54 km
Aix en Provence 60 km
Marseille 80 km
Nearest International airport Marseille Marignane 65 km (approx. 1 hour)
Avignon TGV 15 km (30 minutes)
Nearest golf Servannes golf 14 km
Tennis in St Remy
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 14 nights
Mid & Low season rentals please enquire for price
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 !