Charming 18th Century Village House Renovated by Architect

• Sylvia C. from Camden, Maine

  Sylvia C. from Camden, Maine

  • Guest sylvia C.
  • Date of stay 10/26/13
  • Review Submitted 11/21/13
  The only thing we regret is not having stayed for a month! It was the perfect spot for exploring Provence, since St. Cannat has easy access to the towns and cities we wanted to visit, and yet after having done so, we were always glad to return "home" to an "undiscovered" town where you'd see people going about their daily lives not directed towards tourism. And yet walking through the quaint streets was a joy. Buying the newspaper, delicious baguettes, and picking up the makings of dinner would take just a few minutes, which was the main reason why we chose a "village" home. Specifically this house had wonderful windows through which you could see a field, stone house and a fountain… something rare in village houses. It was comfortable, spotless, very spacious and with wonderful atmosphere. Besides going to many of the Luberon and Alpilles villages, the best was to discover others, each a wonder in its own way and only a short drive from St. Cannat. The owner, Cynthia, was so easy to communicate with and most especially also her manager who was always available. And lastly, we were there in November which was a perfect time to visit the area. Beautiful clear days and cool temperatures!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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• Ideal Provencal retreat

  Ideal Provencal retreat

  • Guest Happy bride (Minneapolis, MN)
  • Date of stay 10/05/13
  • Review Submitted 11/12/13
  Les Bougainvilliers is a cozy, charming country home located close to Aix-en-Provence. We used it as a home base to explore the area's towns, vineyards, olive oil & cheese producers, markets. The home is fully equipped so you can cook your own meals if you want after market shopping. The town has 4 bakeries, one butcher and one wine coop -- in other words, everything you need for a Provencal holiday. The property is beautiful, well maintained and clean. Cynthia, the owner, was very helpful prior and during our arrival. She has a caretaker who stopped by to make sure everything was fine. Strongly recommend this country home for 2 - 6 people.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway.

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• Great two weeks in Les Bougainvilliers!

  Great two weeks in Les Bougainvilliers!

  • Guest Victoria (Brooklyn, NY)
  • Date of stay 08/09/13
  • Review Submitted 09/08/13
  We spent two weeks here and I can't say enough positive things about Les Bougainvilliers and St. Cannat. The house, located in a quiet street with trees and a field, is wonderful; it was clean, well maintained and equipped. Babeth (the manager) was very helpful and super nice (the first day she gave us beautiful tomatoes from her garden!!). Cynthia (the owner) is very nice; communications with her were clear and helpful from the start. She sent us detailed instructions and much useful information, was flexible with our travel plans arriving on a Friday, and called us after we arrived to make sure everything was in order. We spent wonderful evenings in the living room with the big blue doors open, watching the sunset and drinking rosé. The rooms and the bathrooms are confortable. St. Cannat is “the perfect town” not too big, not too small, close to Aix, Marseille, Cassis, and many beautiful villages (Lourmarin, St Rémy de Provence, Anssouis,…). Great farmers’ market in St. Cannat on Wednesday (and the kitchen has everything that you need to cook). One Saturday we had an antiques market (brocante). A nice community pool and tennis courts are in the same street of the house. The best: four boulangeries (we liked the one closest to the house, very friendly lady and delicious croissants); two small supermarkets, a wine producer, a bar-café in the town square (nice coffee in the morning, pastis in the afternoon), a butcher, two ATM, two pharmacies, a flower shop, etc, etc and all these are within 5 min walking! The locals are very friendly. This was a very positive experience and we will repeat it!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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• Quintessentially French!

  Quintessentially French!

  • Guest mary beth w. (-)
  • Date of stay 05/26/13
  • Review Submitted 06/04/13
  Had a wonderful time in your beautiful home in the charming village of St. Cannant. It was a great location for exploring the area, but we also loved pretending we were French and staying at home. It was cool and we had a fire almost every night. Very comfortable for three couples and the owner, Cynthia, met us on arrival and made us feel right at home. Highly reccomend this property.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you for letting us know how much you enjoyed your stay! I agree that staying in Les Bougainvilliers in Saint Cannat feels SO FRENCH, that even after 22 years in this amazing country, I still get that splendid feeling when I am there. You were such nice guests -- thanks again for your very nice review. Come again! Merci!

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• Great place to stay

  Great place to stay

  • Guest Simon (UK)
  • Date of stay 03/28/13
  • Review Submitted 04/04/13
  Just spent a week at this nice little hideaway NW of Aix. All the facilities you will need and tucked away in the old village of St Cannat. Well located to cover Avignon, Arles, Aix, Marseille and Cassis plus many more smaller villages off the beaten track. Good village market every Wednesday, plus 3 bakeries, butcher and pharmacy. Recommended for adults/couples. Definitely need a car if you want to explore the local surrounds.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• A Week in Provence

  A Week in Provence

  • Guest Jan (Falmouth, Maine, USA)
  • Date of stay 09/15/12
  • Review Submitted 10/10/12
  My husband and I spent a week at LES BOUGAINVILLIERS in late September. The accommodations were perfect, the village was charming, and the ambience and hospitality were noteworthy. This came as no surprise since I know the owner, and have stayed in the house while the owner was still living there. So I knew we were in for a treat, and I was right! The property has everything you need to feel as though you're a resident rather than a visitor. St. Cannat is still a 'real' Provencal village, not a tourist mecca - and yet, it's an easy drive to all those famous spots whenever you're in the mood. I wholeheartedly recommend LES BOUGAINVILLIERS!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

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• A Month in Provence

  A Month in Provence

  • Guest Susan (United States)
  • Date of stay 05/26/12
  • Review Submitted 06/30/12
  We rented this house from late May through late June. The house was everything we had hoped it would be--big enough for us and our family, very charming and convenient to every shop in the village. The field across the street was strewn with poppies and the plane trees along the road added character and shade. The owner welcomed us and was available whenever we had questions. The property manager in town was a great help and was more than happy to carry on conversations in French with the less-than-fluent residents! We frequented many shops in town and found everyone to be helpful and the food and services excellent. The town is very centrally located so we could travel to cities, into the country and down to the sea, without too much travel.

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• 4 Women from Boston

  4 Women from Boston

  • Guest 4 from Boston (Boston/USA)
  • Date of stay 04/28/12
  • Review Submitted 05/18/12
  The listing description was accurate, the photos recent, the property welcoming, the owner was very forthcoming with information and tips as was her property manager on site. I'd recommend this charming home to anyone wanting to visit Provence....we visited Aix, Avignon, Arles, drove through north and west hill towns, saw parades, ate great food, drank even better wine....could not have been better. House is perfectly located for exploring this region. I 'd love to come back and stay for a month! Charming and perfect.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.

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• Ideal getaway in fabulous Provence

  Ideal getaway in fabulous Provence

  • Guest Harvey R. (-)
  • Date of stay 04/08/12
  • Review Submitted 04/25/12
  This review is being written towards the end of our delightful 2 week stay in April. The weather has been a little chilly, still the sun shines every day. What a wonderful property that allows you to fully enjoy the sun and nature. The property located in the quaint village of St Cannat is about 20 minutes from Aix and 40 minutes from Marsielle. It was an easy ride from the airport to the village. Parking was quite easy on the nice tree lined street just outside the front door. A beautiful green field and fountain is at your doorstep with tennis courts and a town pool which can be used by guests. Every morning I walk a few short blocks to my favorite local bakery (there are four bakeries in this little village/town) Even though I do not speak French, the people have been so friendly and helpful. It is really incredible how much people have gone out of their way to help me when i have asked for directions, shopped in the local stores etc. St Cannat is an ideal location if you want to visit all of Provence. Most cities and historical places are within an hours drive. The main roads are just outside of town. The road signs are clear. I hardly ever got lost or made a wrong turn. Some of the drivers here are a little reckless, so be careful. Do not take your car in to the center of Marsielle. However a visit to the Vieus Ve Marsielle (the Old Port) was no problem. The house itself is very spacious and comfortable. A kitchen with a new oven (decently sized for a family of 4) gas stovetop and smaller but adequate refrigerator (there is a second smaller refrigerator in an adjoining room if needed) There is also a dishwasher. We find ourselves having breakfast and dinners at home. Why not take advantage of the unbelievably good pasties, cheeses and breads you find at your doorstep. There is a local store in town where you can pick up food essentials. Good for emergency type shopping. Our favorite places to shop are in the local marches (like a farmers or village street market) which are held from around 8-12:30 on different days in different towns. Three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms (1 up/1 down). There is a TV room with a lovely adjacent outside patio of the third floor. This is a lovely home, in a great location. I may add that there is a full time property manager (Babette) who lives in town and is available to greet you, answer any questions or address any problems that develop. She has been very helpful. Cant go wrong with this property.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Les Bougainvilliers and that you were able to easily explore Provence. As the south of France becomes more well known and "chic" I continue to appreciate St. Cannat for its location and friendly people. Many guests say that after even just a week they feel a part of this sweet village.

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• Perfect all the way around

  Perfect all the way around

  • Guest Georgie (United States)
  • Date of stay 10/08/11
  • Review Submitted 12/21/11
  We rented this house for seven adults. Our goal was to find a house that let us feel like real villagers. One of us went daily for bread; we shopped at the weekly market, we opened and closed the huge shutters each morning and evening. It was fantastic. The location is perfect for venturing out when needed and it's equally perfect for relaxing and settling in to a little different way of living. Cynthia met us at the house, gave us the overview and then left us alone to enjoy the experience.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.

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Additional information about rental rates

Taxes included

Cleaning is $90

Fully Refundable Damage Deposit of $500

Fees:

• Refundable Damage Deposit: $500
• Taxes Included

Cancellation policy:

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.