A short drive from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Maison Primevère is such a delightful holiday home, the type of place you will yearn to return to year after year thanks to its lovely setting in a charming Provençal village and its magnificent swimming pool and pool house.

This attractive white maison has only recently been renovated and its owners have created a bright and welcoming abode with pretty décor and lots of character. The open-plan living and dining space downstairs features cool tiled floors and wood-beamed ceilings alongside modern furnishings whilst the French kitchen is so pretty as well as being well-equipped. Upstairs, three queen-size doubles, a twin/double and a triple with a set of bunk-beds allows up to 11 guests to stay across the five air-conditioned bedrooms, making it ideal for an extended family or small group of friends.

The garden and swimming pool will enchant you even more – oleander, lavender and jasmine add an abundance of Provençal colour whilst cypress trees and mature hedges surround the magnificent swimming pool area which is conveniently gated for youngsters. Enjoy a coffee beneath the pergola as the kids play ping-pong, then challenge a loved one to a game of pétanque on the court to the side of the house which can be atmospherically lit up at night.

Stepping through the gate, admire the majestic olive tree behind the 10m long swimming pool surrounded by sun-loungers and head towards the fantastic pool house, such a superb and stylish space with a convivial wooden table and benches, lounging chairs and a gas plancha for al-fresco feasts, not to mention the poolside shower and WC – everything you need for a relaxing and joyful time.

It’s just a 300m stroll to the little village centre with its shop where you can pick up fresh bread and groceries. Other nearby villages are easily reached by car or bike such as Saint-Andiol and Mollégès, home to restaurants, a weekly market and further amenities. This area is great for keen walkers as well as cyclists with local roads passing orchards, plane trees, wild flowers and olive groves.

Only 12km away, artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, so loved by Van Gogh, is one of the great draws of this region, especially on a Wednesday morning with its vibrant market, whilst a visit to picture-perfect Eygalières is also a must with its café terraces, beautiful stone houses and glorious views of Les Alpilles.

Further afield, spend time admiring the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Avignon, follow more of Van Gogh’s footsteps in Arles or Gordes, appreciate the beauty of the Sorgue on a canoeing or kayaking excursion from Fontaine-de-Vaucluse or potter around the Sunday morning brocante in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in this wonderful and diverse part of Provence.

Features:

Maison Interiors (180m2)

Ground Floor

- Entrance hallway
- Lounge with sofas and fireplace and step up to small dining area
- Open kitchen, well-equipped including fridge, freezer section, microwave, oven, hob, dishwasher and kitchen island
- Laundry room
- Shower room with Italian shower, two sinks and WC

First Floor (some sloping ceilings)

- 3 x bedrooms with double bed (160x200cm)
- Bedroom with single bed (90x200cm), one set of bunk-beds (top bunk only suitable for children aged 6+)
- Bedroom with twin beds (90x200cm, can be joined to make a king-size double)
- Bathroom with bath, sink and WC

Outside Grounds (800m2, enclosed)

- Heated swimming pool (10x5.5m including ‘plage’ area) with safety gate. Open from approximately beginning-April to end-September
- 8 deckchairs
- Pool house with sink, lounge and dining area, gas plancha and shower room with WC
- South-facing terrace
- Table tennis
- Boules court (with lighting for the evening)
- Fountain and water feature
- Parking and entrance gate


Facilities

- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- TV
- Boules
- Table tennis
- Washing machine

Location:

This pretty villa is set in a residential area just outside a small village in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, 12km from the artistic town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and only 20km south-east of beautiful Avignon.

You can stroll to the local village for your morning bread in the grocery shop and there is also a micro-brewery producing locally crafted organic beers. Restaurants can be found in local villages such as Cabannes (4.5km), also home to a good-sized supermarket and a weekly market, and the charming village of Mollégès (5km), passing orchards, olive groves, wild flowers, plane trees and cypresses as you drive – this is also a great area for cycling and walking! There is a little market on a Wednesday morning in Mollégès whilst nearby Saint-Andiol (2.5km) is home to a pizzeria, butchers, small supermarket and a Friday morning market.

Eygalières (11km) also hosts a delightful Friday morning market although it is a gorgeous place to visit at any time of the week. Admire the superb vistas towards Les Alpilles from its hilltop position and potter around its old lanes of charming stone houses – no wonder some A-list celebrities have bought houses here.

Further south-west are the picturesque villages of Les Baux-de-Provence (22km), one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, and Maussane-les-Alpilles (25km), known for its olive oil production. History and art lovers alike should visit Arles (38km), a town adored by Van Gogh and with a rich Roman heritage, also the gateway to the wonderful landscapes of the Camargue.

Closer to home, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (12km) will enchant you with its artistic ambience and Wednesday morning market showcasing the very best seasonal produce and artisan crafts from across the region. Market lovers should also spend time in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (23km) on a Sunday morning with its famous brocante, or enjoy the natural beauty of the River Sorgue around Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (29km), loved for its hiking, canoeing and kayaking opportunities.Fr

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
€800 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month 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.

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. Bookings over 14 nights may be required to pay an additional mid-stay cleaning fee, please enquire at the time of booking.

Linen & towels included?
Yes, changed once for stays over 14 nights.

Pool towels included?
Yes, changed once for stays over 14 nights.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

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

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

Pets welcome?
Not allowed.

Smoking Allowed?
Outside only.

Pool heating charge?
Included from 1st April - 30th September. 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-€5 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.

Pool opening dates?
The pool is open from approximately beginning-April to end-September. 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.

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

Air-conditioning is featured in the bedrooms only.

Maison Primevere can accommodate up to 11 guests in 3 double bedrooms, one twin bedroom and a final bedroom with a single bed and a set of bunk beds. Please note that the top bunk is only suitable for children aged 6+.