"La Tuilerie" Pool and jacuzzi area, with summer kitchen and large terrace.
Location: St. Remy de Provence, Provence, France, Europe (25 min from Avignon TGV, 10 min on foot from centre St.Remy)
Accommodations: Provencal Houses, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)
*****SPECIAL OFFER!!!***** From 15 November 2008 through 15 March 2009, the numbers stay the same but the currency sign changes from €uros to U$! Yes, you read right! A weekly rental of €uros 3,000 becomes only U$dllrs 3,000. This represents a big savings, especially for our snow- and gray sky-bound visitors, anxious to see again some of that provençal sunshine, to soak in our warm and bubbling jacuzzi, to visit restaurants and places of interest without "hassle," to enjoy those wonderful and romantic nights in one of our PROVENCE PARADISE cottages, in front of the fireplace, with a glass of great red wine in hand! Yes, provençal life is great...even in the dead of winter! In fact, provençal life is amazing...anytime! Santé!!!
"La Tuilerie" at PROVENCE PARADISE is a 17-th century farmhouse, best suited for families and /or for groups of friends. This house sleeps up to 12 people and is part of a cluster of six old, provencal farm houses, with a total capacity for accommodation of up to 37 guests in our "hamlet" at PROVENCE PARADISE.
In La Tuilerie, we offer one king-size bedroom with en suite toilette, shower and bathtub, plus one bedroom with two double beds and en suite toilette and shower, plus another twin-bedded room, which shares a toilette and shower with another king-size bedroom. Need even more space? For kids, there is an additional kids' sleeping area on the mezzanine level. For additional adults, we can add a very comfortable "Guest Quarters," with king-size bedroom and jacuzzi bath, just across the terrace from La Tuilerie. That brings our capacity for very comfortable accommodation to 12+.
A big fireplace is a central focal point in the indoor social area, along with a grand piano and a wet bar. Then, there is a very functional, modern kitchen, with even a provençal "island" and rotisserie fireplace, with a large family dining table for up to 12 hungry eaters. Just outside, guests enjoy summertime, family life is on the large, outdoor covered terrace, with private use of a barbeque, comfortable seating for cocktails and games, plus a stone dining table seating for everyone. From this terrace, you can see the mill wheel turn.... something very special, indeed.
The large, 7x10 metre pool, family jacuzzi (heated year-round) and summer kitchen are just down an old stone stairway from this old farmhouse, as are the family game areas and sun/shade furniture for guests. La Tuilerie is a very private, family living area, with an old Roman wall and tall shrubs and trees, to assure privacy from the outside.
We rent this authentic, provençal farmhouse, so full of light, color and history, for week-long periods throughout the year, starting generally on Friday's.
Restoration of this 17-th century property involved two years of hard work, to create full-comfort indoor and outdoor living area which covers about 400 square metres. A true, labor of love! All the modern conveniences our guests would expect from a five -star property are brought together under one tiled roof. Walls are so thick that there is no need for summertime air conditioning. Be lulled to sleep by the cascade of water in the gardens and by the slow turning of the old mill wheel. Something magic!
Please have a quick look at our PROVENCE PARADISE website.
Property Location
"La Tuilerie at PROVENCE PARADISE" is the largest property in our restored "hamlet," on a hill just above the old town centre of Saint Remy de Provence. We are well within walking distance of all activities and shops, not more than 10 minutes on foot along the old canal path or following the quiet, country road into town.
Saint Rémy de Provence is at the centre of activity in this part of southern France. Sunshine guaranteed, interesting sight-seeing, fine wines and dining, a warm jacuzzi year-round, huge pool and terraces,... Our guests come from all around the world. We speak many languages and are here ready to help you to LOVE PROVENCE...just like we do.
To re-create our "hamlet," we have completely refurbished five other provençal farmhouses from the 17th century. Others include "L'Orangerie"(VRBO #79365), which sleeps 4, plus "Le Vieil Moulin" and "La Tour de la Girouette" (VRBO #78417), which sleep 6 and 8 respectively. Just down the hill our guests also stay in "La Bastide des Micocouliers" and "La Pierre Milliaire"...on the other side of small streams which flow through the gardens toward the watermill and cascade to make the wheel turn slowly.
This property was recently awarded a FIVE STAR classification by the French Board of Tourism.
Specifically, "La Tuilerie" was built literally room-by-room, starting in the early 17th century (1621). This was the farm home of the owners of a small factory authorized by a patent from King Louis XIV to manufacture roof tiles and bricks. Restoration of this property involved reconstruction of the entire roof and much of the interior walls, floors and windows. Inside, we have built and furnished an authentic provencal, full comfort living area.
"La Tuilerie" is a large, family house, with plenty of space outside, too, for drinks and dinner plus memorable summer evenings, with the mill wheel in sight.
We are present and active in further restoration work elsewhere on the property, as well as in gardening and maintenance of our "hamlet." Ready to help you make your séjour in Provence a positive and memorable one, we invite you to peruse the website listed in this announcement and to contact us soonest, if you have questions.
Come see for yourselves. And, thanks for your interest in our "hamlet"--"Au Moulin Entre Deux Mas" (translation: "At the Mill Betwen Two Old, Provencal Farmhouses." Hope to see you here one day soon!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Full laundry facilities inside and convenient. Modern equipment.
- Dryer: You have the option: a big, family clothes dryer or a multi-strung rack for drying clothes in the Provençal sunshine.
- Linens Provided: Everything is here, waiting for you. Absolutely nothing to bring from home...except "great expectations"...and a smile.
- Covered Parking: Leafy-trees cover our car-park area, which is behind our entry gate.
- Wood Fireplace: There are two, wood-burning fireplaces, one in the kitchen and the other in the living room.
- Beds
- King Bed: The master bedroom has a king-sized bed, with a new, firm matress. Private, en suite shower, tub and WC.
- Double Bed (2) : A second double bedroom has two double beds, with private en suite shower and WC.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One of the smaller bedrooms is double-bedded, with shower and WC shared with the "Bunk room."
- Bunk Bed (4) : The fourth bedroom is equipped with two sets of full-size (97cms) bunk beds, plus a mezzanine level where the kids seem to love to sleep "in a heap."
- Child Bed: We have kids' beds of all sizes and for all ages. Parents/grandparents of many, we could not be more "kid-friendly."
- Murphy Bed: As a special option for couples and/or families travelling together and requiring another king-size bedroom, we are able to "convert" the "bunk bed" room into a very comfortable room for two people. The bathroom and WC are shared with the twin-bedded room.
- Crib: Yes, of course!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: We have the best channels, in 7 different languages. Something for everyone!
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: We have more than 100 films on multi-lingual CD's... ready for a "rainy day!" However, we only have a maximum of about 20 rainy days/year; so the films are in top condition.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Classical, jazz, easy-listening music for everyone.
- Shared Hot Tub: Right out on the pool deck, heated year-around. Very popular in provençal winter and early Spring.
- Shared Pool: Please see photos! Our pool area is surrounded by gardens and a safety fence. The pool itself is 7 metres by 10 metres. The pool terrace is about 50 square metres. Plenty of space for everyone!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Our kitchen in this house is stocked with everything you could need for some serious meal-preparation. If you cannot find what you need, ask us and we will help you look.. and find.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Yes, plenty! Some cooks find the kitchen "over supplied," with pots and pans and utensils for most every occasion.
- Refrigerator: Double-door American, with ice maker and cold water.
- Dishwasher: Even a pot-scrubber...you are on holiday!
- Microwave: with timer and adjustments for heat intensity.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Just tell us your needs and your budget. We can call on just the right cook to make your evening(s) very special!
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: These grills get a good work-out throughout the season. Built into the wall, just off your terrace!
- Deck/Patio: Under leafy trees, with a garden in full-bloom, just in front. Long table for at least 12 people seated for a meal.
- Gazebo: Yes, in the garden. Music and reading in the summer. Our green-house in the winter!
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Les Alpilles and Les Baux are just there off in the distance! See them just as VAN GOGH and CEZANNE did...
- Communications
- Telephone: We offer a French portable ("cell") phone rental in each house of our "hamlet." Incoming calls are free, from anywhere in the world.
- Free Long Distance: via Skype.
- Cell Phone: We provide a European cell-phone to our guest families, at a very modest weekly rental rate. Just in case...
- Computer: We provide WIFI and an English keyboard lap top for guest families' use, at a very modest weekly rental rate. To stay in touch...
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Everywhere on our property! No extra charge!!!
- Other Amenities
- High chairs and children's cots, Extra blankets and pillows. Please tell us what you need. If we have it, we will bring it right away...otherwise, it may take a few minutes longer! We sincerely want you to be comfortable and safe during your stay with us at PROVENCE PARADISE.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Not even small ones!
- Kid Friendly: Our guests' ages range from 6 months to 85 years. Quieter stays for "seniors" in the early Spring or in the late Fall of each year.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Please, NO SMOKING in any of our houses...and a long way from your neighbors, too.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Les-Saintes-Marie-de-la-Mer beaches are less than an hour away by car, For Greco-Roman ruins, we have some of the finest, The Glanum site is about 10 minutes away, The amphitheatre and arenas of Arles (Roman capital of the entire region) only 30 minutes away, plus you have Les Beaux, Avignon and Orange for museums, architecture, and interesting, quaint streets, Isle-sur-la-Sorgue for antiques, plus all of the seasonal nightlife of St Remy itself. On a Wednesday, the village comes to life as the weekly market rools into town. There is a great atmosphere which descents on our old town centre. There are excellent bargains to be found, both to stock the shelves of your house at PROVENCE PARADISE, as well as to take home for those you left behind to water the plants and to walk the dog! Saint Rémy has something for everyone! Popular day-trips from our "hamlet" include Arles with its Roman ruins, Avignon and the Papal Palace, the Luberon, the beaches of the Mediterranean, ...fields of po
Rate Details (In US Dollars, Euros)
Here is the "Wild Willi" Promotion surprise!!!!! €uros become...again... U$dllrs!
15 November 2008-15 March 2009 U$dllrs 3,000/week, except Xmas/New Year's weeks
Then, from 16 March-15 November 2009: €3,000/week all-inclusive
Discounts for longer stays, depending on availability
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- "La Tuilerie" Pool and jacuzzi area, with summer kitchen and large terrace. - St. Remy de Provence, France Vacation Homes
- "La Tuilerie" Pebbled path leading to our/your front door, beside the streams. - St. Remy de Provence, France Vacation Homes
- "La Tuilerie" master bedroom and full bath...once the hay loft and pigeon roost! - St. Remy de Provence, France Vacation Homes
- PROVENCE PARADISE is a "hamlet," six 17th-century houses, sharing common grounds
- Another view of "La Tuilerie" master bedroom, with a small study just outside.
- Real comfort in this bedroom outfitted with TWO double beds. Who sleeps where?
- Cool, quiet, calm... in this twin-bedded room, you listen to the mill wheel turn
- "Bunk room"...for little and big people. Adult-size twins. Kids love mezzanine
- "La Tuilerie" Fireplace is focal piece in social area, also old stone staircase.
- "La Tuilerie" Family dining table, fireplace and Provençal kitchen. Hungry?
- Imagine what FAMILY FUN cooking could be in this authentic Provençal kitchen!
- A fine, very private place for outdoor dining.Secluded just above the Mill Wheel
- Our Pool and Jacuzzi...a fine place to relax year-round, after a day of touring
- Come try this corner of PROVENCE PARADISE! Even a Roman sun dial in view!
- You see! There really is a Mill Wheel, just below the Tuilerie terrace. Enjoy
- Our gardens are lush and full of flowers, thanks to this little stream.
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Anne McClure , San Diego, CA
Homeowner Response:
Thanks, Anne and Dave, for such wonderful organization! Your San Diego friends were fun to have with us...we look forward to greeting someday those who "chickened out" at the last minute! They seem to have found out from you exactly "what they missed."
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What can we say from our PROVENCE PARADISE end??? These are great people, with Katie's super organization, folks moved in and out for 4- and 5-day stays. The Mills helped us to get to know their family and friends. It was a real pleasure to host and help all of them. That Finn...what a kid. We want him back here...with Mom and Dad, plus all future brothers and sisters!
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Katie Miller , Portland, OR
Homeowner Response:
What really great people to have around! The mix of Katie and Curt's relatives and friends kept changing over the weeks...that's great, we just helped to change a few sheets and towels and welcomed some new faces! What organization! A very pleasant experience, indeed.
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And you folks know already that we will be here waiting for you to return...next time with your gang of local friends. It was great to have you here. Thanks for putting up with our storm drain project. The heavy rain came last evening and the water just "disappeared."
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Darrol & Dee Solin , Vero Beach, Florida USA
Homeowner Response:
And, we certainly DO hope that you will return. That would be our pleasure. With so many friends vacationing in the area at the same time, you could take over the whole "hamlet" for a week next Fall!
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Maureen & George , Cheshire, UK
Homeowner Response:
Maureen and George, thanks for taking the time to write to us from way up there in Scotland! Thanks, too, for including your email address; so prospective visitors can make contact with you, should they still have questions or doubts. We look forward to seeing you here again with us!
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marian , Córdoba. España
Homeowner Response:
Hombre, ?que puedo decir?.. Marian y compañia nos han dejado bastante buen recuerdo.... una semana fantàstica pasada juntos. De pensar que nosotros, pobres hijos de la Nueva España, hayan sido capaces de gerer todo de manera satisfactoria+, vale oro!!!!
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Ralph Yeager , Raleigh, NC
Homeowner Response:
Thanks, Ralph and Nina, for taking the time to post your comments. It was our pleasure to greet and get to know you! "Come back and/or send other nice people like you!"
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MBG , Santa Monica, CA
Homeowner Response:
The pleasure was all ours! From the very beginning of the planning stages for this "multiple couple" stay at PROVENCE PARADISE, we knew that Peg and LeRoy were going to bring us a great group! We expect them and theire friends back in the not-too-distant future.
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Diane Campbell , Lansdale, PA
Homeowner Response:
My staff and I were very happy to have such a fun group stay with us in La Tuilerie over Easter week. It was wonderful that almost 30 of us could share a traditional paella dinner on Friday evening...in front of a roaring fire! Remember our motto: "Please come again and/or send other nice folks like you." That concept applies to the CAMPBELL's and Company perfectly.