Maison Des Artisans - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8

The simple elegance of Maison des Artisans is sure to impress you as you stay at this beautiful abode with heated swimming pool nearby to a small yet charming Provençal village.

Maison des Artisans is a contemporary and stylish holiday home for up to 8 guests, set in a picturesque garden and backed by olive trees. The minimalist décor is not short on comfort whilst fantastic features include not only air-conditioning and underfloor heating but also a retro-projector and home cinema.

Outside, the garden is glorious with its shaded patio, bar and table for al-fresco dining alongside a wonderful outdoor lounge beneath the pergola, both overlooking the immaculate lawn and close to the heated swimming pool.

The local village is just 1km away and the roads leading there are adnorned with leaning pines, plane trees and other attractive villas. There are a couple of highly regarded restaurants on the edge of the village and a café-restaurant, boulangerie and grocery store in the centre. The heart of Maussane-les-Alpilles (2.5km) is just a little further, such a picturesque spot with a wider choice of restaurants, a Thursday morning market and pretty shops.

Les Alpilles is a magnificent region for walking, cycling and horse-riding whilst picture-perfect villages waiting to be discovered include Les Baux-de-Provence and Eygalières. Soak up the Provençal ambiance of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, reached within a 20-minute drive, or continue to follow Van Gogh’s footsteps in Arles, just 17km away.

Embrace the romance of Aix-en-Provence, visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Avignon and explore the captivating landscapes of the Camargue, perhaps even as far as the Mediterranean coastline with the beach at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer reached within an hour.

Features:

Maison Interiors (220m²)


Ground Floor

-    Lounge area with doors leading to terrace
-    Kitchen-diner, well-equipped including dishwasher, fridge, freezer and ice-machine, electric oven, induction hob and microwave
-    Cellar/laundry room
-    WC with sink
-    Bedroom with double bed (180x200cm), desk, dressing area and shower room

First Floor (via partially open-sided stairs)

-    Bedroom (160x200cm) with dressing area and shower room
-    Bedroom with double bed (180x200cm, can be split into twin)
-    Bedroom with double bed (180x200cm, can be split into twin)
-    Shower room (shared between above two bedrooms)
-    WC

Outside Grounds  (2200m2, enclosed/tree-lined)

-    Heated salt-water swimming pool (9x3.5m, depth: 1.4m with five steps) with electric safety cover
-    Covered patio and other terraces
-    Plancha and barbecue
-    Private parking
-    Electric gate with videophone

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi
-    Air-conditioning
-    Underfloor heating
-    TV
-    Home cinema with retro projector
-    Bose speaker
-    Hairdryers
-    Washing machine

Location:

Part of Le Parc naturel régional des Alpilles in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, Maison des Artisans is located just outside a small Provençal village around 13km south of the artistic town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.

The villa is in a partly residential area with other houses dotted around and backed by olive trees. Walk down the country road (no pavement for most of the way) passing other attractive houses, plane trees and towering pines, and soon you will reach the village. There are two high-end restaurants on the edge of the village (book ahead) whilst the small pretty centre is home to a boulangerie, café-restaurant and Spar grocery store.  

Maussane-les-Alpilles (2.5km) is also very close by, a picturesque village with a variety of restaurants, some with atmospheric pavement terraces, as well as little shops and a Thursday morning market showcasing the best seasonal produce of this part of Provence. The village is famed for its olive oil and there are wonderful walks through the surrounding groves and farmland.

One of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, hilltop Les Baux-de-Provence (4km), is also close to your holiday villa and a must-visit – head there early before the tourist crowds arrive. Further north is artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (13km), loved by visitors for its historic charm and artistic vibe, whilst Arles (17km) is also worthy of a visit thanks to its rich heritage and Van Gogh associations.

Other fantastic days out include the small and historic city of Avignon (39km) and the romantic University town of Aix-en-Provence (69km) or venture north towards the antique stores of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (44km), known for its Sunday morning brocante. Not forgetting the landscapes of the Camargue to the south with its salt marshes, lagoons, wild white horses and pink flamingos, an absolute paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€2000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.

Arrival time?
5.00 p.m. Late arrivals after 8.00 p.m. will incur a €60 fee taken from the security deposit.

Departure time?
Between 7.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m. Earlier check out will incur a €60 fee taken from the security deposit.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

End of stay cleaning included?
Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pool towels included?
Yes.

Minimum stay?
7 nights. All other durations on request.

Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.

Pool opening dates?
Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming.

Pool heating charge?
Yes, extra €200, payable to the owner one month before arrival. Heated from approximately beginning-May to end-October. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures.



Tax?
French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required).

Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for civil liability as well as cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. A copy of this policy may be requested by the owner before arrival.

Pets welcome?
On request only and with prior agreement with the owner.

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Other Ts and Cs?
Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.

Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.

Please note, air-conditioning is only featured in the 3 bedrooms on the first floor.
Smoking - not allowed