City Center, Aix-En-Provence: Provencal Charm/Modern Amenities
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
This apartment is located on a lovely street of the ancient city of Aix-en-Provence, just steps away from the Museum of Natural History and a block away from the famed tree-lined Cours Mirabeau. This third floor apartment is a bright, elegant, fully renovated and fully equipped, one bedroom, one bath apartment with all the charms and warmth of old Aix-en-Provence living. Bathed in yellow and ochre, with traditional red 'tomettes' tiles on the floor, the apartment features all the comforts and warmth of a Provençal home with excellent amenities.
Upon entering the apartment, on the left, you will see the kitchen, with yellow and red Provencal tiles, and which includes a washer, dryer, microwave, coffee maker, new Cuisinart Cookware and of course oven and cook top stove. In front of the kitchen is a bar, with wrought iron stools, which provides an excellent area to have your morning croissants and plan the day.
Upon entering the living area, or salon, there is a dark brown leather sofa and two soft buttercup-colored upholstered armchairs, a decorative fireplace, an entertainment area with a wide screen flat-panel TV (with 60 channels including CNN and BBC), MP3/CD player, free and unlimited international calling to the US, Canada and Australia, WiFi Broadband internet access, and a large selection of English language books and CDs. At the far end of the salon, is a dining area that seats four and from which you can look out at elegant turn-of-the-century buildings across the street.
The bathroom is fully renovated, and features a shower area, halogen lighting, shelving and hairdryer.
After passing the salon area, you enter the bedroom, which features a queen sized wrought iron bed, with new American mattress and box springs, down filled comforters and American quality all-cotton linens and mattress pad. Closets line the back of the bedroom, and include excellent hanging systems and shelving.
The apartment is decorated with Provençal fabrics and artwork and includes a romantic fusion of Provençal antique furniture. The best of both worlds! Security features include an intercom system and self-locking door.
Located on a street with high-end shops and lovely, traditional Grand Family residences, there are no restaurants or bars close enough to disturb at night (yet only a few minute walk away). With double paned glass windows and new heaters, this lovely apartment, your home in the city of Aix-en-Provence, can be enjoyed in every season.
This property is not handicap accessible.
Pay, secure parking is only a few minute walk away - though a car is not needed for a stay in Aix-en-Provence! The town is mostly pedestrian and the infrastructure for visiting the surrounding areas is excellent.
Keywords: Apartment, flat, city center, Historic District, provencal home, fully equipped, comfortable, secure
Property Type
- 4 story
- Apartment
- On floor 3
- 52 m²
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Not Suitable For Children
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2, Beds for 2
- Bedroom 1
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Oven
- Toaster
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- CD Player
- Television
Communications
- Wireless Internet
- Broadband Access
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Activities
- Theme Parks
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rock Climbing
- Mountain Biking
- Swimming
- Golf
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Hiking
- Sailing
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Miniature Golf
- Boating
- Shopping
- Shelling
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Cinemas
- Museums
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
- Zoo
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Hunting
Other Activities
- 2009 Picasso-Cezanne Exhibit, Aix-en-Provence!
Reviews
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EXCELLENT HOST AND APARTMENT
EXCELLENT HOST AND APARTMENT
- Guest B M.
- Date of stay 02/01/13
- Review Submitted 05/22/13
In the past, I have rented several vacation properties in several different countries. This location and experience was the best I've ever had. Holly was so helpful and patient and was great to deal with. Among several other things, she worked very hard with me for some time to ensure that I was able to 'sort out' my dates. Holly's place which is so tastefully decorated in French provencial colors. It is charming, light, and spacious. The apartment is clean and well maintained and has all the amenities necessary to make your stay a great one. Holly maintains a high standard in her furnishings, kitchen supplies, etc. and includes many extra touches which are not required but very much appreciated(ie-wine and flowers upon arrival). The apartment which is in an ideal location is close to the farmers' markets, shops, cultural sights, restaurants, beautiful fountains, Cours Mirabeau, Tourism Information, buses, etc. etc. etc. The house manager, Poala is also very accessible and responds quickly to any questions/requests.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
Owner response: Brenda - this is such an amazing review, I simply don't know what to say. I can only hope that everyone who stays here feels the same way! I know that you have had the good fortune to stay for a wonderful bit of time this year, but if you ever plan to come back to Aix-en-Provence, well, please come back 'home'.
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Wonderful Experience
Wonderful Experience
- Guest Gloria & Michael
- Date of stay 04/30/13
- Review Submitted 05/18/13
Our stay at Aix Mirabeau was a wonderful experience-the apartment was beautifully decorated, well equipped, clean and has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in a centrally located area of Aix. Aix is a great home base to explore many other towns in Provence, whether you drive or take one of the many days trips available from the Tourist Center, just blocks away. We can't say enough nice things about the owner - she immediately responded to our inquiry about the apartment and pretty much assisted us through our entire trip - whether it was a question about how to best get there, to what side trips to take. It is very comforting to have a local guide you. We would highly recommend this apartment if your travel plans take you to Aix.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
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Great location and marvelous owner
Great location and marvelous owner
- Guest Elliott
- Date of stay 01/27/13
- Review Submitted 02/04/13
I have rented many a vacation property over the years, both in Europe and in the USA. Holly is without doubt the best owner I’ve ever dealt with. It is so reassuring when an owner of a property so promptly responds to an e-mail and is so pleasant and helpful. Holly was in New York, so we did not meet her personally. Her local property manager, Paola, is also quite pleasant, accessible, and helpful. The apartment is in a superb location, it is very comfortable, and well-appointed. It is amazingly quiet, despite its central location. Aix has a clever system of street barriers, so it is not easy to drive a car to the apartment. However, the parking garage (Rotunde) is about a 10 minute walk away and is huge. So, it is not difficult to find a parking spot. It costs about 13 Euros per 24 hours to park a car there. There are lots of wonderful restaurants just minutes away (Le Formal, in particular) and the Monoprix is equally close. You will enjoy your stay here.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
Owner response: Dear Elliott, I'm so flattered by this wonderful review and so sorry that I was out of town when you were in Aix. I will take you up on your threat to return however so we can finally meet!! Thank you!
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Wonderful
Wonderful
- Guest Canuck Guy
- Date of stay 09/03/12
- Review Submitted 01/27/13
We are a couple who loved this place. The apartment is charming...and yes, that means it is not large. It is perfect for two people, and only two people. You are in the very centre of the old city and every one of its sites. More important, you are about a short walk from the stop for the airport bus...so no car required. You can fly to the Marseille Airport, take a half-hour bus ride to Aix (stop right at the airport), then walk 15 minutes and you are home. The bed is comfy and the kitchen complete.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much for your kind review! You are right, the apartment is perfect for a couple's getaway in the center of this charming European town. I hope to see you both again!
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MEMORABLE STAY!
MEMORABLE STAY!
- Guest LYNJACK
- Date of stay 07/21/12
- Review Submitted 01/23/13
It is a beautiful site. Nicely decorated, clean with everything you need. The location is perfect. We enjoyed every moment of our stay. The owner, who is really nice, was there to welcome us. It was greatly appreciated. I will recommend it without hesitation.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
Owner response: I so appreciate this wonderful review and I'm glad you enjoyed your home away from home. Merci!!!!!
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Christmas in Aix
Christmas in Aix
- Guest Ed
- Date of stay 12/19/12
- Review Submitted 01/21/13
Wow what a great place!!! Everything was exactly as advertised and Holly could not have been nicer and more helpful!! The location is terrific with just steps away from everthing is this wonderful town! A perfect spot for a couple or a couple with a child looking for a getaway. Holly recomended some excellent restaurants where we were treated like family. Be sure to put this place on your list. We will be back!!!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Owner response: Dear Ed - it will be an absolute pleasure to have you return! I'm sure your strolls on the nearby Cours Mirabeau for the Christmas Markets left you with many pleasant memories of this festive town. Thank you for your stay!
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Anniversary trip to Aix
Anniversary trip to Aix
- Guest M&J
- Date of stay 09/11/12
- Review Submitted 01/20/13
The photos are reflective of the accommodations. We found it to be clean, well maintained and centrally located. Its location enabled us to explore the city on foot. Car rental was not required. To enjoy adventures outside of the city, the bus and train services were excellent. The owner was always available to answer questions and provide suggestions to make our stay more enjoyable. Pamphlets were available in the apartment to help us plan our outings. The kitchen had everything one would need to create elegant and simple meals. We have already recommended this location to several friends and know that they will not be disappointed during their visit.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
Owner response: Dear Marielle, Thank you for your wonderful description of the apartment and of Aix-en-Provence's charms. I look forward to warmly welcoming everyone who you refer to my apartment. Thank you!
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Our Week in Provence
Our Week in Provence
- Guest Lo P.
- Date of stay 06/19/12
- Review Submitted 07/08/12
After much dithering, my husband and I chose Aix Mirabeau for our home base during our week in Provence at the end of June. We were so glad we did. We were able to park our car in an underground garage nearby and walk to almost everything we wanted to do in town. We loved having the Monoprix, a couple of bakeries nearby and a well-equipped kitchen in the apartment so we could eat breakfast and sometimes lunch at home and feel like we lived there. We found many good restaurants for dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the market the Tuesday before we left. If I'd had more room in my suitcase, we might have enjoyed it a little too much! I loved being able to look out the windows down at the street action below. My favorite sights were the musician we enjoyed one morning and then tipped as we left around noon and the tour group checking out the Occitane store just below us. Holly was the perfect hostess with charm, information and helpful hints for our stay. I highly recommend this vacation rental for anyone needing a homebase in the area.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Why thank you! And of course you were both there for some wild events - like the Fete de la Musique, and the International Music Festival, to keep you feeling in the middle of it all. Please do come back!
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From Massachusetts to Provence
From Massachusetts to Provence
- Guest Linny
- Date of stay 05/05/12
- Review Submitted 06/07/12
Spending a week at Aix Mirabeau in early May was all my husband and I had hoped for and more! The apartment was the perfect location from which to take day trips to the beautiful provencal countyside and the ideal location to enjoy the restaurants, shops, and energy of the city. It was well appointed with more than the necessities and eventhough it is wonderfully situated in the heart of the city, when the French windows are closed, the city sounds disappear. The owner of the apartment is lovely and very helpful. We highly recommend Aix Mirabeau to you!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much for this lovely review. As you know I too spend time in the property and try to make sure it is as well equipped and comfortable as possible. It is a great pleasure for me to welcome guests to my apartment and to share all that I can about this fantastic town. I certainly hope you are able to return to Aix Mirabeau one day soon.
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Rates
April-Sept rental rate(+Xmas/New Year/Easter)..$1,245/week including all utilities October-March rental rate.... $1,155/week excluding heat.(approx €20/week) Long-term rentals available, please inquire for price. Minimal rental 5 nights. Please check for availability throughout the year. Any day of the week check in or out is fine! If quoted in US Dollars,conversion will be calculated at prevailing exchange rate.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 2006
About the owner: I've welcomed visitors to France since 2001. Though a native New Yorker, I think I must have been French in another life, and have since very happily relocated to Provence in 2007, dividing my time between the apartments (see also VRBO #394861) in Aix en Provence and the house in the Luberon (VRBO #57385) This place is truly everything the guidebooks say it is - Paradise on Earth. As the French saying goes, 'On vie bien en Provence!' [we live well here] and so I hope to welcome you to this magical part of the world.
Why the Owner Chose Aix en Provence:
Perhaps only someone who has never visited Aix-en-Provence might ask the question 'why settle here?'. A friend once commented - 'you no longer take vacations since it seems staying in Provence is enough of one for you'. Please do come and experience the area for youself. You will understand.......
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment:
The apartment is romantic, cheerful, comfortable and the location is excellent - if you wish to visit all of Provence, or just spend your time wandering the beautiful city of Aix. Please come and visit, and make this apartment your home in the South of France.
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- Secondary: 33.6.98.92.28.13 (France)
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Photos
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Comfortable, cheerful, provencal apartment in the center of town. Living room.
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Clean and modern bathroom with shower
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Additional view of the bathroom.
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A nearby art market in Aix-en-Provence.
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Place de la Mairie -steps away and home of the farmers markets.
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Bedroom view, with queen size mattress & boxspring, down comforters & pillows
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Close up view of the kitchen.
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On quiet morings you can hear this fountain from the apartment.
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Early morning view looking west from the apartment window.
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Queen bed and mattress with views onto old Aix. Living room is outside the door
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