Large Open Plan Living/Dining Room (50 m +) with bright Mezzanine above.
Location: Aix en Provence, Aix en Provence Area, Provence, France, Europe (Marseille Airport 20mn, Aix TGV/Train Station 15mn,Nice 2Hrs) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 7)
Beautiful, bright & spacious 3 bedroom loft style apartment, in classic 150 yr old Provencal building, in the famous 18th century Quartier Mazarin, seconds from the Cours Mirabeau, at the centre of Aix en Provence. Originally a carpenter's workshop or "atelier", it retains its original exposed oak beams and old advertising on its façade.
At 115 m.sq or 1250 sq.ft, the apartment has 3 double bedrooms, a large bathroom with bath & 2 sinks & separate toilet. The large open plan living/dining area is the heart of the apartment, with streams of sunlight crossing the space. The dining table & living area seats 8 and is overlooked by our bio-box herb garden of mint, sage, rosemary & more.
A low impact apartment, its orientation provides striking sunlight all day, yet its thick walls helps protect from the Provencal heat. Low energy and low water use features, as well as extensive use of antique and reclaimed furniture, helps keep the apartment in harmony with nature.
Founded by the Romans in 122 B.C. Aix en Provence is a very beautiful city of food markets, cafes, boulangeries, cathedral & churches, universities, student life, art exhibitions, public gardens & fountains & fabulous restaurants throughout its narrow cobbled streets.
French history & culture lovers can visit the ancient cites of Arles, Nimes, Avignon, St Remy & Orange. "Amateurs" of wine can tour vineyards & taste the rich reds of Chateau Neuf du Pape, refreshing roses of Bandol or even the excellent Henri Bardouin Pastis of Fourqualquier.
One can sunbathe, swim & hike nearby at the Calanques of Cassis or within 1-2 hrs drive east along the Cote Azur to Saint Tropez, Cannes, Antibes, Nice & Monaco or west to the Camargue national park, famous for its pink flamingos, bulls & cowboys.
From touring through Van Gogh's sunflowers at Arles, the lavender fields & perched villages in the Luberon National Park, hiking Cezanne's famous Mont Saint Victoire, rafting in the Gorges de Verdon to cycling your own Tour de France on Mont-Ventoux, Aix is the best location to begin touring Provence.
We offer a great place to stay here, for friends & family vacations & long stay guests seeking the more authentic. Assistance is provided in both English & French and a detailed guide to the locality is provided in the apartment for your enjoyment. We can also guarantee parking in a private garage nearby, on request.
Uniquely, we offer our guests one FREE local Airport or Train/TGV pick-up, plus we provide "Private Guided Tours" & "Chauffeur Services" throughout the reigon, helping you best experience the many great treasures that Provence has to offer.
If you are interested in a stay in our great apartment or in taking a private guided tour, please dont hesitate to contact us.
Merci beaucoup & bonnes vacances.
Donal.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer: Tumble Dryer & Clothes Horse.
- Linens Provided: Large Beach towels provided.
- Garage: Private closed garage available in secure underground parking, 300 yards away, off Rue Gambetta. Just drop off the bags and park-up. Price is €10/day.
- Beds
- Double Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Well equipped open-plan kitchen & bio herb garden.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Large fridge/freezer.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony: 2 small window balconies.
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- Free Long Distance: Free landline call to US, Canadian, Australia, the EU, etc.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free high quality WiFi & WiFi Colour Printer.
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly: Apartment features child safety barriers on stairs & mezzanine & is suitable for very small babies or children aged 3 up. Games and toys available in kid's closet.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Next street to Musee Granet - Site of Cezanne-Picasso Exhibition, May-Sept 2009, TOUR DE FRANCE 2009 at Mont Ventoux. Music, Dance and Opera Festivals throughout year.
Rate Details (In Euro)
Nov-March € 950/week .. €1690/2 weeks .. €3190/4 weeks
April-May €1050/week .. €1890/2 weeks .. €3590/4 weeks
June-July €1150/week .. €2090/2 weeks .. €3990/4 weeks
August €1190/week .. €2190/2 weeks .. €3990/4 weeks
September €1150/week .. €1890/2 weeks .. €3590/4 weeks
October € 990/week .. €1790/2 weeks .. €3390/4 weeks
Rates available for other durations, 30% Deposit down to confirm booking.
Rates available in US$, CAN$, OZ$, UK£, etc, on request.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Great Loft Apartment, Quartier Mazarin Aix Center+Guided Tours
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Aix en Provence
Aix en Provence is at the heart of Provence and Quartier Mazarin represents the best of the old and new here, new being only 200 years old. Aix is a crossroads city of the south, east to Italy, west to Spain, from Northern Europe to Africa, Aix is influenced by all its neighbours. So life here has a unique fusion of culture, language & cuisine.
An international town, Aix is very welcoming to new arrivals, always lively with markets and festivals, full of charm and character. Yet in moments one can be in the countryside of sunflowers and lavender fields, old roman churches and vineyards. The area offers such a variety of landscapes and cultures, from mountains to the sea, it really is a great place to live & a great base for touring provence.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
A sunlight filled loft style apartment with 3 comfortable double bedrooms, the living area & dining table seat up to 8, so there is space to host guests for dinners or drinks. The apartment "really" is seconds from the famous Cours Mirabeau, at the heart of this ancient city and minutes stroll from its markets & museums, cafes, bars & restaurants. It's all one imagines, in an idyllic Provencal setting.
Uniquely, we offer our guests a FREE Marseilles Airport/TGV/Train pick-up and provide "Private Guided Tours" & "Chauffer Services" in our 7 seater people carrier, helping you make the most of your precious time here in Provence, whilst minimising the hassles of car rentals, parking and traffic. However, if you wish to do the driving, we can offer expert assistance & guarantee access to a private closed garage nearby, on request.
Exhibition "Picasso C�zanne" Musee Granet, Aix en Provence May 25th - September 27th 2009
Famous Aixoise street, cafes, restaurant Les Deux Garcons and Le Grillon.
Main Market: Tue, Thur & Sat, 8am to 1pm, selling fruit & veg, flowers, meats, wines, olive oils and an assortment of bric a brac.
Great cafes, smaller markets, Mon -Sat 8am - noon, Sundays, flowers, book markets, weddings, etc.
All shuttles or "Navettes" from Airport/TGV plus buses to Marseilles, Avignon, Cassis, etc.
Great english bookshop offering local travel guides, provencal cook books & photo books. Enjoy teas, coffees, fruit smoothies & excellant friendly service.
Beautiful fountain acts as a major landmark in Aix and leads on to the Cours Mirabeau.
Great english speaking tourist office with lots of interesting local & regional advice on offer.
Hertz Car Rental, 5 mins walk from apartment and next to local train station or "Gare"
Place Forbin - private garage in underground parking off Rue Gambetta, available on request!!!
Beautiful walled gardens, one of the secret gems of Aix en Provence, featuring the classic Pavillion Vendome.
Owner's Map of Aix en Provence
A 40 year old Irish transplant to Aix, I first visited friends here 12 years ago and the rest, is history. Living here 6 years, the sun, sea, countryside, history, food, language & the people never fail to delight and surprise. This photo is of one of my favourite tour hikes at En-Vau in the Calanques at Cassis.
Property Photos
- Large Open Plan Living/Dining Room (50 m +) with bright Mezzanine above. - Provence Apartment in Aix-Enjoy Historic Art
- Chez Donal au deuxieme, with private front door & Church in background. - Provence Apartment in Aix-Enjoy Historic Art
- Large living room with exposed beams, overlooked by bio box herb garden. - Provence Apartment in Aix-Enjoy Historic Art
- View left onto Rue Fernand Dol, with its many designer shops & Book in Bar.
- Cafe et Pain au Chocolat at octagonal table, great for 8 !!!!!
- View right to Fernand Dol & Rue d'Italie, with many boutique food & wine shops.
- Bedrooms 1: double bed & single bed with low oak beamed ceilings & writing desk.
- Bedroom 2: double bed, large window, all bedrooms at quiet rear of apartment.
- Bedroom 3: double bed, writing desk and large storage space.
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