Overview
Nestled in the foothills of the Alpilles, surrounded by vineyards and olive orchards; set on 1 acre of beautifully landscaped and private grounds, and enclosed by cypress trees, the 100 year old home invites you do nothing but take in Provence...around the pool, around a table, or wandering through any number of nearby villages. Sample local olive oils, bike along the flat paths and country roads, or hike in the rugged Alpilles or Luberon. This property is tastefully restored and reflects the cozy family atmosphere of the owners who frequently visit with friends and family. Comfortable for up to 10 people with its 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home makes for a perfect spot for a family gathering, or two small families with children.
Only 5 kms away is the famous village of Saint- Remy, lined with cafes and restaurants, markets and quaint boutiques. Van Gogh created many of his masterpieces in and around this village.
The main living areas boast cozy couches, library shelves lined with books and games, alongside an adjoining office with a vaulted ceiling. Equipped with telephone, fax and wi-fi internet.
The beauty of Bastide de la Douceur goes beyond it's elegant and comfortable interior. Candlelight dinners under the trellis outdoors, conveniently located near the summer kitchen with Barbecue grill, will tempt you to spend most of your evenings under the stars.
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Bedrooms
5 bedroom/ 4 bathrooms sleeps 10
Ground Floor Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Bedroom 1 - Double bed with portable air conditioning unit and French Doors to the terrace. Nearby Bathroom has a large shower, sink and WC.
First Level Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Bedroom 2 - Air Conditioned King Master Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom (Bath Tub, Shower, 2 sinks and WC).
- Bedroom 3 - Double bed plus roll-away single bed with en-suite Bathroom (Shower, Sink and WC).
- Bedroom 4 - King bedroom with Bathroom (access through hallway) with small bath tub and 2 sinks.
- Bedroom 5 - Queen bedroom sharing bathroom with with Bedroom 4.
Features/ Amenities
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Outside Amenities
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Pool Information
Dimensions/ Depth: 11m x 5m
Security (Fence, Alarm): Has pool safety alarm with optional gate
Salt water System: No
Heated?: No
Note: Swimming pool is child-protected with a 4-corner radar alarm system with remote controls, which can be activated/disactivated as desired; additionally, a portable discreet green fence can be installed so as to prevent child access to the pool area
Nearest Villages
| Closest Village | Saint Rémy de Provence | 5 KM | 3.1 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Les Baux de Provence | 7 KM | 4.34 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Eygalières | 15 KM | 9.3 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Avignon | 20 KM | 12.4 mi | Map | Village Info |
Locale
Situated in the heart of the Alpilles, Saint Rémy is one of the "must-sees" in Provence. Surrounded by lush green perfumed valleys, its ancient streets are lined with beautifully restored old houses... you will soon be seduced by Saint Rémy's charm!
Getting here:
The easiest way to get to Inland Provence from the US is to fly to Marseilles International Airport (MRS). If you would like to see Paris, fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport then connect directly to the TGV(high speed train) from CDG TGV2 to Avignon TGV(3 hours direct) and rent a car. You would plan to see Paris on the way back, taking the TGV from Avignon TGV to Gare de Lyon, getting a cab to your hotel in the city.
Things to do
Local Attractions
Saint Rémy de Provence Roman Ruins, Van Gogh's Asylum, Markets and shops
Les Baux de Provence
Local Markets
Morning Outdoor Markets
Sunday: L'Isle sur la Sorgue
Monday: Fontveille
Tuesday: Paradou
Wednesday: St-Remy, Mouriès
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Fontveille
Private Chef Services
Chef Ronald
Local Restaurants
Avignon
Eygalières
Les Baux de Provence
Saint Rémy de Provence
Within Walking distance
This is a country house just a few minutes' drive from Saint-Rèmy
Groceries
Grocery stores large and small are available within 10 minutes' drive.
2012 Season Prices per week
| Jan. 7 - April 28 | April 28 - May 26 | May 26 - June 30 | June 30 - Sept. 1 | Spet. 1 - 29 | Sept. 29 - Nov. 3 And Easter | Nov. 3 - Dec. 22 |
| € 3,500.00 | € 4,500.00 | € 5,000.00 | € 5,900.00 | € 5,000.00 | € 4,000.00 | € 3,500.00 |
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Terms and Conditions
Arrival: Saturday
Minimum Stay: 1 week - please inquire about exceptions outside the summer months
Includes: Final cleaning and any additional maid service as described above.
Confirming your reservation: We will send a rental agreement by fax, email or regular mail. The rental agreement will specify the rental price, the amount of security deposit and the maximum number of overnight occupants.
Initial payment: The signed rental agreement and payment of the 50% deposit using a check or bank wire transfer(preferred) must be received within 7 seven days to confirm the reservation. The second 50% is due 60 days before arrival - we will email you a reminder 75 days before your arrival.
Payment acknowledgment: Immediately upon receipt of your initial or final payment we will mail you an Acknowledgement of Payment. The Acknowledgement will note the remaining balance, if any, and when the payment is due.
Final payment The second half of the rent and any security deposit are due in our offices 60 days before the first day of your rental. We must strictly adhere to this procedure, and failure to comply could result in cancellation of the booking. Don't worry about forgetting -- we'll remind you if your payment is not received on time.
Cancellation Cancellation of a confirmed reservation is a painful event for both owner and renter. The renter cancels because of some unexpected hardship; meanwhile the owner may have turned away rental opportunities and thus lost revenue. We have a no refund cancellation policy, but usually succeed in rescheduling cancelled reservations to the Spring or Fall or booking the cancelled period to another group and refunding the party that cancelled. Failure to pay the final balance which is due 60 days before arrival may be deemed a cancellation with no refund due. Security deposits are fully refundable. Clients are strongly urged to take out Trip Cancellation Insurance with the carrier of their choice at the time of confirmation. We can send a Travel Insurance quote to US or Canadian residents for all or part of the cost of your trip. We would need the name, birth date, airline carrier, dates of travel and amount of money to be covered for each guest who would like to be insured. Please inquire for a quote.
Security Deposit: The security deposit is taken as a signed promise that we can charge your credit card for any unpaid damage or expenses incurred during your stay. It is very rare that we ever charge a card - we inform our guests before doing so. Reasonable wear and tear is not charged for, but the cost of missing or damaged items will be deducted from the deposit.
Extra Charges The rent includes taxes, standard utilities and maid service as noted above. Additional maid or other services can be arranged and are charged for separately. In cold months November through April there is an additonal 100 euro per week charge for heating cost.
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John and Lydia Dean
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