Paradis Provencal
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Overview
Be enchanted by this elegant Provençal abode as you admire the stylish interiors and vast sense of space across its verdant garden dotted with fruit trees. It’s hard to believe you are less than 500m from Maussane-les-Alpilles, one of the many charming villages of Les Alpilles.
Paradis Provençal is more than just a holiday home. This is where the owner spent his childhood and he has designed the interiors just to his taste. You can expect the perfect blend of old and new which seamlessly creates a minimalist yet warm ambience. There are five bedrooms, three with en suite bathrooms, as well as ample space across its lounge, kitchen-diner and library.
The outside is quite remarkable with all the character of Provence. Prepare meals to serve on the covered terrace or bask in the sunshine overlooking the vast lawn dotted with fruit and olive trees. Seek shade beneath a towering pine or stroll across to the swimming pool and its pretty pool house for hours of summer fun with family or friends.
All of this, yet the house is actually located in a residential setting around 500m from Maussane-les-Alpilles’ lovely shops and main square with its church, fountain and café terraces. Savour the flavours at local restaurants (in both Maussane and nearby Paradou) and don’t miss the village’s delightful Thursday morning market.
Les Baux-de-Provence, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, is less than 10 minutes by car whilst other gems of Les Alpilles include Eygalières, Fontvieille and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Arles is another fine day out with its Roman sites and rich artistic heritage, also the gateway to the captivating landscapes of the Camargue.
Heading in the other direction, spend time in the historic city of Avignon with its markets, wine-bars, restaurants and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Also within a 45-minute drive, venture to Le Pont du Gard for picnics and paddling by the river or canoeing beneath the magnificent Roman aqueduct, yet another one of France’s most popular tourist attractions within easy reach.
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.
Property Features
House Interiors
Ground Floor
- Lounge (42m2) with fireplace
- Kitchen, well-equipped including steam oven, dishwasher, gas hob, fridge, freezer, ice-maker, microwave, kettle, toaster and wine cabinet
- Open-plan dining area (20m2) with large table for 10 guests
- Guest WC
- Laundry room
First Floor
- Library area
- Master bedroom (54m2) with double bed, desk, safe, dressing area and en suite bathroom with two sinks, bath, shower and separate WC
- Bedroom (12m2) with double bed, pool view and en suite bathroom with shower and sink
- Bedroom (15m2) with double bed and pool view
- Bedroom (9m2) with twin beds
- Bedroom (15m2) with double bed
- En suite bathroom with shower
- Shared bathroom
- WC
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (11x5m depth: 2.3m) with safety cover
- Pool house
- Al-fresco dining terrace
- Barbecue
- Deck chairs
- Large garden
- Garage
Facilities
- Air-conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Library
- Safe
- Alarm
- Washing machine and dryer
Location
About the surrounding area of Paradis ProvencalParadis Provençal is in Maussane-les-Alpilles, a charming village in the heart of Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park, 35km south of Avignon. The nearest airports are located near Avignon, Nimes and Marseille whilst fast direct trains operate from Paris/Lille to Avignon TGV, around half an hour by car.
In a residential setting, you can stroll into Maussane-les-Alpilles (500m). It’s such a lovely Provençal village, especially picturesque by the main square with its café terraces, fountain, shady trees and historic church. Potter around the shops for local gastronomic delights (there is also a useful Spar grocery store) and experience the Thursday morning market.
Olive oil is a speciality here – alongside Mouriès (8km), the area produces some of France’s finest extra virgin olive oil which can be sampled in an original mill or local farms (alongside cheese, honey, wine etc). There are many beautiful walking trails through the olive groves.
Les Baux-de-Provence (5km), one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, is one of the most famous villages of Les Alpilles with its medieval centre and perched château. Other wonderful places to explore include Fontvieille (8km) and its windmills, hilltop Eygalières (18km) and the artistic town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (10km) which hosts a fantastic Wednesday morning market.
Follow the Van Gogh trail in Arles, where the Dutch artist painted ‘Café Terrace at Night’, and admire the town’s impressive Roman sites or venture further afield towards the landscapes of the Camargue – look out for bulls, wild horses and pink flamingos.
Avignon (31km) is another great attraction of this part of Provence, not only for its UNESCO World Heritage sites (Le Palais des Papes and Le Pont d’Avignon) but also for its markets, restaurant scene, wine bars and riverside setting. Consider hiring bikes in Avignon and cycling across to the Rhône’s largest river island, île de la Barthelasse, for magnificent views back to the historic city.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Provence Airport
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nîmes Airport
(42km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille Airport
(69km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Saint Martin De Crau/Avignon TGV
(12km/31km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 500m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 500m) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 500m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
(700m) |
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| Nearest Town |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(10km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
T.C. Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 1km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf des Baux de Provence
(2km) |
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| Nearest City |
Avignon
(31km) |
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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 AgesFamilies will love the great sense of space across the huge garden – a cot and highchair can be requested if travelling with the youngest of guests. It is fantastic being able to walk into the heart of Maussane-les-Alpilles, a charming village so typical of Provence.
Les Baux-de-Provence will also enchant youngsters with its historic château and medieval centre – pop into the tourist office for a family-friendly guide. Just outside the village, Carrières des Lumières is a popular attraction where famous artwork is projected on to quarry walls.
Les Alpilles offers a wealth of outdoor activities from walks through the olive groves to more challenging hikes, horse-riding, mountain biking and even rock-climbing. A little further afield, canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts will love Le Pont du Gard and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, both reached within an hour. Fontaine-de-Vaucluse is also home to a tree-top activity centre, Passerelles des Cîmes.
In nearby Fontvieille, Vélorail des Alpilles is a fun activity as you pedal open vehicles along former railway tracks admiring beautiful Provençal scenery (as with all attractions, check opening dates in advance).
At L'Arche de Méo, around half an hour away, you can feed animals in picturesque surroundings whilst animal lovers may also enjoy a day out at Zoo Barben, 45 minutes by car.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Amusement park
- Kid-friendly museum
- Zoo
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Caves/Pre-historic site
- Ruins
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Sailing
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Transfers Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
- Laundry Service
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
Extras included at this property:
- Housekeeping (once a week)
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Transfers
- Chef
- Additional cleaning
- Babysitting
- Laundry
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 | €3,000 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €3,000 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| 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 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? | Pool heating is optional at an extra €200 per week from beginning-April to end-October. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax is included. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot and highchair are available on request. |
| 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. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - May 30th 2024 | £6,890 |
| May 30th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024 | £8,420 |
| Jun 29th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £9,491 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 29th 2024 | £8,420 |
| Sep 29th 2024 - Nov 2nd 2024 | £7,649 |
| Nov 2nd 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £6,890 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Dec 30th 2024 | £7,649 |
| Dec 30th 2024 - May 29th 2025 | £6,890 |
| May 29th 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 | £8,420 |
| Jun 28th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 | £9,491 |
| Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 | £8,420 |
| Sep 28th 2025 - Nov 1st 2025 | £7,649 |
| Nov 1st 2025 - Nov 4th 2025 | £6,890 |
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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