Location: St. Remy de Provence, Provence, France, Europe (Centrally situated for all major Provencal sights.)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House
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The property is available for rental for a minimum period of ONE WEEK, running from Saturday to Saturday. Rental availability from May until October.
The house is situated in the heart of Van Gogh land, just a few minutes from St Remy de Provence, birthplace of Nostradamus, with its colourful markets, fine restaurants, and Roman remains. It stands in one acre of a superb garden, in an olive grove, with fig trees, pond, stream, faux-Roman 'folly'and Japanese bamboos.
A real oasis of peace and tranquillity, far from the noise of traffic, it is the perfect place to relax, when not touring the wonderful countryside for which Provence is so justly famous. The historic hill village of Les Baux is just five minutes' drive away and Avignon, Arles, Montpellier, Nimes, Aix, Marseille and the beaches of the Mediterranean are all easily accessible.
The house is 90 square metres in total. It has been recently renovated and re-designed.
It consists of a large entrance hall and reception room; two bedrooms, the master bedroom with a double bed and the second bedroom with twin beds. The bathroom contains twin pedestal hand basins and a walk-in Italian shower.
The sitting room has a flat screen television, DVD player, a stereo music centre and tuner. There is a huge DVD library, covering all tastes.
The Provencal-style kitchen is well equipped and has a dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, espresso machine in addition to standard kitchen equipment.
The property has stone floors throughout.
The swimming pool is 13 metres long with a uniform depth of 1.5 metres. There is a lovely pool house, comfortably furnished, for relaxing in the shade.
The jacuzzi seats five people - perfect for unwinding. Please note that the jacuzzi is only in operation during HIGH SEASON.
Check in - between 16.00 and 18.00; checkout - before 11.00
PLEASE NOTE THIS PROPERTY IS FOR RENTAL BY ADULTS ONLY (AGED 18 OR OVER). WE CANNOT ACCEPT BOOKINGS WHICH INCLUDE CHILDREN.
Some quotations from our visitors' book :-
"... the house was beyond our dreams and the property paradisical!"
"What can we say? The villa was fabulous, the gardens incredibly beautiful, the setting outstanding! All of it surpassed our expectations - you should be very proud of this piece of paradise.."
"From the moment we drove through the gates and onto the flower-lined gravel path up to the door of the Gardenhouse, I knew my search was over; I had at last arrived at my very own Shangri-la!"
"A class act in a very classy place, the Gardenhouse should be listed as one of the special 'power places' on the planet!"
"May I compliment you on your exquisite attention to detail?... The fecund profusion of flowers, the olive trees, the quiet, the elegance all made our week go by quickly and with much pleasure."
"This place could not be more beautiful and your gracious hospitality and discrete attentive presence are much appreciated."
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Gliding - locally.
Rate Details (In Euros)
Available: May until October.
High season (June, July, August)1600 euros/week
Low season (May, September, October) 1400 euros/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Traveler Reviews (7)
Four from Napa
Guest: Patricia
(Napa)
Date of Stay: 09/25/11
Review Submitted: 10/12/11
This September, we had the wonderful experience of spending 7 nights at the Garden House. Even though I thought from the pictures and description, this would be a nice place, it far surpassed our expectations. The house was very comfortable for two couples but the garden and pool area were exceptional. it was very relaxing and comfortable, and the host/owner James met our every need. St Remy is a great central location for exploring the hill towns of Provence. We could not have been happier and hope to return again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Comfort and elegance
Guest: Kristina
(South Africa)
Date of Stay: 09/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
Our stay was quite simply the best holiday in ten years. We were able to switch off completely. The gardens are stunning, the beds are comfortable, and the house is the epitome of elegance. We were even able to borrow bicycles and explore the surrounding countryside. A bonus during our stay was the Jazz Festival in St Rémy de Provence, which was amazing, and made even more so because we could return to such a haven of tranquillity. We were only there for a week, but it felt like we had had a month’s rest. This is our new favourite holiday destination, and next time we will be booking for at least two weeks!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing.
A little piece of paradise in Provence
Guest: Linda
(Queensland, Australia)
Date of Stay: 09/09/10
Review Submitted: 09/29/11
I stayed in this Gite in September last year. The Gite is beautifully decorated and a delight to come home to after exploring the magnificent countryside which surrounds it. The kitchen was so clean and believe me I am fussy, some would describe me as obsessive and suffering from some sort of cleaning disorder...just ask my husband...many arguments have been had over this subject. There was also a lovely basket of food and wine from the local area. The bathroom was not forgotten with a basket of luxury products to pamper yourself after a hectic day. Also on a practical note there is a great washing machine, ironing board and clothes line which is essential when traveling and living out of a suitcase. We will definitely we returning.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing, people with disabilities.
Delightful!
Guest: Sadiecat
(London)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11
Review Submitted: 09/22/11
Great little house in an idyllic setting and beautiful location. The house was equipped with so much more than just the basics, which made the whole stay more comfortable and homely. Was a little wary of feeling like we were trespassing on the owner's property, given the shared pool set-up, but not only was the house positioned so that there was plenty of privacy should you want it, the pool set-up worked well and it was a real bonus having such a delightful yet unobtrusive host around to share their local knowledge and tips. Came away very relaxed and feeling like we had really experienced Provence. Will definitely return soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.
charming house of Provence
Guest: verolac
(Cumana, estado de Sucre, Venezuela)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10
Review Submitted: 04/03/11
I advise you this place if you wish to discover the beautiful light of Provence, to feel it's delicate perfumes of lavender, listen to it's accessible nature. The owner of this charming lodging is discrete and share his love for this splendid area of France. Comfortable, clean and decorated with a subtle taste, we spent one week of dream. I would never forget our visits to les Baux de Provence, Alpille, Arles, Avignon
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.
As close to perfection as one can hope.
Guest: David
(Ireland)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10
Review Submitted: 11/10/10
Frankly, the photographs do not do justice to this truly lovely property. The gardens are magnificent, the house so tastefully Provencal, and the owner is a perfect, unobtrusive host. We are enthusiastically recommending this to all our friends.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Perfect Provence
Guest: Jennifer and Tim
(Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 06/03/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
We just enjoyed a fantastic holiday in this gorgeous house in St Remy surrounded by beautiful gardens, a stunning pool and jacuzzi. The decor was lovely and the kitchen satisfied a very enthusiastic cook, complete with all modcons including the essential- sharp knives! It was the perfect spot to choose for a Provence holiday just 20 minutes from Avignon and all your favourite destinations a relaxing drive away. A welcome basket of goodies and champagne set the scene for a host that cares about you experienceing the most of your stay. Highly recommended for the most discerning of travellers. We loved it so much we changed our plans and extended our stay!
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