Maison Des Fees
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Overview
This 18th century shepherd’s dwelling has been transformed into a home steeped in beauty, luxury and comfort which makes the most of is truly extraordinary views. Smaller windows once designed to keep out winter cold have been replaced with vast expanses of glass doors and windows through which the rugged Alpilles are showcased.
Immediately around the villa and heated pool are beautifully designed terraces, precisely planted beds and clipped lawns behind which a gentle, fragrant lavender field leads the eye towards the remainder of the spacious grounds. The wild, stark buttresses of the mountains contrast superbly with the more managed verdure of the foreground.
Open the huge view-framing doors and lie back in the indoor heated pool after a quick ride on the fitness bike or sit just anywhere in the living area to be overwhelmed by the location. Furnishings are simple and tasteful to avoid distracting the gaze, with the occasional quirky piece of statement art or furniture to please the eye.
This is the holiday home of your dreams – what’s more, it’s situated a few minutes’ drive away from St-Rémy-de-Provence where Van Gogh painted Starry Night and resident artists now sell their work in little galleries and markets. This chic and cosmopolitan town is also famous for its many eating places from bistros to Michelin starred restaurants while food lovers will also enjoy the famous Wednesday morning market.
You are spoilt for choice in this wonderful area of vineyards and picturesque villages in Les Alpilles Natural Park and beyond. Don’t miss nearby Les Baux-de-Provence, one of France’s acclaimed ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ a medieval delight balanced on a rocky outcrop with a golf course below. The whole area is perfect for outdoor activities with climbing, riding, walking, canoeing or even gliding and hot air ballooning.
Visit the city of Avignon with its winding medieval streets and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Pope’s Palace and Saint Benezet Bridge. The Luberon mountain ranges and villages are another great place to explore or head towards the historic city of Arles, well known for its fascinating Roman remains and being a gateway to the wild wonders of La Camargue with its beaches, lagoons, rice fields and pink flamingos.
What you should know…
- 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.
- Two of the bedrooms are in an annexe and studio, separate from the main house and offers additional privacy. Please see the 'Features' tab for further details.
Property Features
Villa Interiors (approx. 320m2)
Main Villa (sleeps 10)
Ground Floor
- Large open plan living-dining room with corner office
- Open-plan American style kitchen with additional table and chairs, well equipped with oven, microwave oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, additional freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso machine.
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm) and bathroom with WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm) and bathroom with WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm) and bathroom
- Heated indoor relaxation pool (4x3m) with a corner jacuzzi and counter current swimming, heated to approximately 35C
- Fitness area
- Access to Utility room
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bedroom (180cm) and bathroom
- Bedroom with double bedroom (200cm) and bathroom
- WC (shared between two bedrooms)
Annexe (sleeps 2)
- Bedroom with double bedroom (180cm) and shower room
Studio (sleeps 2)
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), sofa-bed and shower room
Outside Grounds (approx. 1.2 hectares, enclosed)
- Heated swimming pool (17mx7m depth: 1.3m) secured by an automatic shutter. Features counter current swimming waves and massage jets
- Pool house with summer kitchen
- Gas BBQ and plancha
- Covered terraces
- Pétanque court
- Private parking
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Fans
- Satellite TV
- DVD Player
- Bose Audio external system
- Hi-Fi in every room and outside
- Aqua bike and fitness bike
- Washing machine and dryer
- Ironing equipment
Location
About the surrounding area of Maison Des FeesThis secluded holiday home is to be found in Les Alpilles Natural Park, a wonderful area of vineyards, exquisite villages and summer sunflowers.
Chic and cosmopolitan St-Rémy-de-Provence (5km) is only a short drive away, a town synonymous with Van Gogh who found artistic inspiration in its light and beautiful landscapes. Resident artists now sell their own work in the village galleries and there are plenty of good eating places to be found including Michelin starred restaurants. Don’t miss the Wednesday morning market where you can sample and buy a variety of regional food.
Les Baux-de-Provence (13km), one of France’s acclaimed Plus Beaux Villages, is a medieval gem perched on a rocky outcrop where you can view the golf course below. Head a few kilometres south from Baux to find the picturesque village of Mausanne, well known for its amazing olive oil produced in its two remaining windmills where you can sample the produce.
Eygalières (10km) is another one of the prettiest spots in Provence, a small hill-top village with winding lanes, authentic charm and superb views across Les Alpilles Natural Park. Many A-list celebrities have unsurprisingly bought villas here - there is a church, bakery, butcher, a handful of restaurants, cafes and bars as well as a typical Provençal market on a Friday morning.
Having explored the local town and villages, travel northwards towards the Rhône and the bustling city of Avignon (25km), once the centre of the Roman Catholic world, and visit the Pope’s Palace and Saint Benezet Bridge, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The weekend farmer’s, flower and flea markets sell good local produce – pick up a bunch of flowers here for your holiday dining table.
The dramatic mountain ranges and idyllic villages of the extraordinary Luberon region are only a drive away. For more adventure head south-west towards the historic city of Arles (30km), well known for its fascinating Roman remains, particularly the Amphitheatre. It’s also a gateway to the wild wonders of La Camargue with its beaches, lagoons, rice fields, galloping white horses and iconic pink flamingos. There are so many family activities to pursue here including horse riding, trekking, quad biking and jeep tours across this untamed landscape.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Airport
(20km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nîmes Airport
(48km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille Airport
(72km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Gare d'Avignon TGV
(25km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence/Avignon
(5km/25km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
(2km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(5km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Domaine de Manville
(14km) |
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Region
The Provençal way of life is one that’s deeply tempting for anyone who’s been feeling the need to get away from it all. This is a place where the Mediterranean weather turns fields of corn and lavender into picture-perfect backdrops, where you can sip your locally bought wine and enjoy the landscapes before heading out and tackling them head-on with a range of great activities for families, groups of friends and adventurous foodies. Better yet, our range of villas in Provence and chateaux and holiday homes in the Côte d’Azur make the perfect base to explore this enchanting region!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesProvence is such a great holiday place for families and a great destination for the kids to try out their language skills! They will love exploring the markets, choosing fruit, veg, cakes or trinkets with a fresh baguette in one hand. The larger towns and cities have even more sight-seeing opportunities, many with old fashioned carousels - a leisurely meal in a family friendly French restaurant always creates a special holiday memory.
The circular Van Gogh walk in St-Rémy-de Provence has signboards giving a perspective on the wonderful landscapes which inspired the famous painter. Visit the nearby archaeological site of Glanum where the remains of the ancient wealthy city lie below a gorge on the side of the mountains.
Carrières de Lumières is a former quarry near Les Baux-de-Provence which hosts multimedia shows projecting images of famous paintings onto the walls, all set to music.
The energetic can indulge in rock-climbing, mountain biking and horse riding in Les Alpilles and the intrepid should visit to the fantastic tree-top activity centre in Salon-de-Provence.
Refresh your history of the Catholic Church when you tour the Palais des Papes in Avignon or take a boat trip on the Rhône, dance on the medieval bridge or ride on the small road-train that tours the city.
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Indoor Pool
- DVD
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Babysitting Available
- Meal delivery service
Oliver's Extras
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Babysitting Available
- Butler Available
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental Available
- Well-being Coach Available
- House Keeping Included
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From pr...
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Oliver's Extras
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Babysitting Available
- Butler Available
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental Available
- Well-being Coach Available
- House Keeping Included
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €10,000 charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. Late arrivals after 9.00 p.m. may be charged a late arrival fee of €120. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €10,000 charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. Late arrivals after 9.00 p.m. may be charged a late arrival fee of €120. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. House keeping included 3hrs a day Monday - Friday. 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. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Minimum stay | 14 nights in July and August. 7 nights during all other periods. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| 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 must be provided to the owner minimum one month before arrival. |
| Other Ts and Cs | 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. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Guests will be required to sign a copy of the owner's rental terms upon booking confirmation. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Two of the bedrooms are in an annexe and studio, separate from the main house and offers additional privacy. Please see the 'Features' tab for further details. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Apr 16th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £13,155 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Jul 27th 2024 | £14,799 |
| Jul 27th 2024 - Aug 31st 2024 | £15,347 |
| Aug 31st 2024 - Mar 29th 2025 | £13,155 |
| Mar 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 | £13,155 |
| Jun 28th 2025 - Jul 26th 2025 | £14,799 |
| Jul 26th 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | £15,347 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Oct 18th 2025 | £13,155 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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