Traditional Provencal Villa With Private Heated Pool
- Villa1776 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 3 nights
Villa near Salernes and Aups, Provence, France - Peaceful Location in the Heart of Provence
Bedrooms
Amenities
Featured
- TV
- Heater
- No Smoking
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Swimming pool
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3, Half Baths: 1
Safety features
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
General
- TelephoneLocal calls are free of charge from the house landline
- HeatingUnderfloor in communal areas, electric wall units in bedrooms and bathrooms
- Washing Machine
- Clothes DryerThere is a tumble dryer in the laundry room and a clothes line in the orchard to line dry.
- FireplaceOpen, wood burning
- ParkingAmple free parking on the property
- Garage
- Internet
- Wireless InternetThere will be one toilet roll in each WC when you arrive
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomVery spacious, terracotta tiled open-plan living area with centrally located open wood-burning fireplace, Sky Freeview TV, sound system, Wi-Fi and DVD and dining table for 10 people and further seating around the fireplace for 8-10.
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- RefrigeratorAmerican-style refrigerator has an ice and water dispenser
- StoveGas hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Ice Maker
- Pantry ItemsThere are often basics like salt, pepper, sugar, olive oil and vinegar along with miscellaneous spices in the cupboards from previous guests. We hate to throw out perfectly acceptable dry goods.
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenLarge, fully equipped, open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar, cooker, hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, double sink, toaster filter coffee maker.
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningThere is ample outdoor dining area in addition to the dining area inside.
Entertainment
- TelevisionThere is a smart tv where you can log in to your own streaming services if available in France or watch our Netflix.
- Satellite / Cable
- DVD Player
- BooksThere's a bring-a-book-leave-a-book house library
- GamesTable tennis, badminton, boules, board games
- Ping Pong Table
- ToysThere are some games in the house e.g. Monopoly, Scrabble et al but no guarantees all the pieces will be in the boxes!
- Video LibraryThere are a number of DVDs available on the book shelves. No guarantee of the state of the discs.
Outside
- Lawn / Garden
- Beach Towels
- Porch / Veranda
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski & SnowboardThere is good skiing approximately 2 hours drive. Please enquire.
- GolfExcellent golf course at St. Endreol approximately 25 minutes drive near Le Muy. Another good one is Barbaroux (with excellent restaurant!)near Brignoles, approximately 40 minutes drive, and several more around Cannes and Mougins. All have reasonable green fees, no membership necessary.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: Electricity will be charged separately between 1 November and 2 April. Suitable for couples or families sharing; very suitable for children! For parties requiring additional accommodation there is a further 5th bedroom with ensuite shower and toilet in the villa which is usually kept closed during rentals but which can be opened up and rented for an extra cost. Les Olives is strictly a non-smoking villa. You may smoke outside being very careful to extinguish all smoking materials and disposing of safely. Outside: Private heated pool 9 x 4m with sun terraces and shaded lounging area on the doorstep and a hot water enclosed outdoor shower. There is an al fresco dining terrace shaded by mulberry trees and a barbecue area with prep sink and running water for outdoor cooking. The orchard has a yoga platform and space for ball games and sheltered parking for 3 cars. There is a Ping Pong table in the garage, a hammock, boules and a badminton set and lots of open countryside for leisurely strolls. Utility Room: Storage utility room with washer and tumble dryer. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Villa is cleaned before arrival. Guests are required to leave 200€ cash, payable before departure to cover cleaning.Towels, bedlinen and pool towels not included but can be provided for 18€ pp. Extra cleaning or cooking by arrangement at additional cost. Other: 'Les Olives' is light and airy and perfect for summer living but is equally cosy in winter with wood burning open fireplace and underfloor heating. The living area is open-plan but architecturally 'divided' into different areas.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Pets allowed - A max of 2 small pets accepted with pre-approvalA max of 2 small pets accepted with pre-approval
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 10
Cleaning practices
Enhanced cleaning practices
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Cleaned with disinfectant
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Owner
David Gentle
- Languages:
- English
About David Gentle
We live and work in Central London and spend as much time in France as we can. When we are not able to be there we like to make it available for others to enjoy as much as we do!
David Gentle purchased this Villa in 2004
Why David Gentle chose Salernes
We decided to buy a second home in France in 2000 and spent the next 3 years looking for a suitable property . When we saw Les Olives we fell in love - and we saw it for the first time in November in the rain! Under the provencal sun, it was glorious and the views across the hills are spectacular. We love being there all year round and try to spend Christmas and New Year there when we can. The fireplace is wonderful and makes the house cosy - we play lots of board games, read by the fire and cook long leisurely meals.
What makes this Villa unique
The villa is very private, quiet and nestled in the hills outside of Salernes, which is less than 2 kilometres from the property. The house itself is easy to share and very child-friendly with few ornaments within reach of little fingers and the pool is within steps of the house and easy to monitor from the main living area of the house. Kids have plenty of space to play on the grounds and the traditional 'terraces' that delineate property boundaries act as invisible 'fences.' For adults, there is plenty of space to spread out or gather for drinks and meals with both covered areas and areas in the sun.