Overview
The old, 17th century farmhouse and the (new) guest house right next to it give a contrast that will make your stay in Provence unforgettable. Enjoy luxury Provencal charm and antiquity surrounded by the lovely Aixois countryside. Retire to the bar/ lounge area for a drink and to watch the sun set while you begin an evening billiards tournament.
This luxury villa in Provence is ten minutes from the Cours Mirabeau in Aix en Provence and three minutes from the charming village of Puyricard. The property offers 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms plus a shower room, divided between two houses--all in the peace of a one hectare, entirely enclosed, landscaped Provençal garden, with two swimming pools and splendid views over the neighboring estate (65 hectares, across from the house), the village of Couteron and the world famous Mt. Sainte Victoire (mountain) painted by Cézanne.
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Bedrooms
8 bedroom/ 7 bathrooms sleeps 16
Ground Floor Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Old Mas:
- Bedroom 1 - Master bedroom; King size bed with en-suite bathroom (Jetted Bath tub, shower, sink, separate wc) and dressing area.
- Guest House - Ground floor:
- Three bedrooms, Queen size beds, en-suite bathrooms each with (bath tub, shower, sink, separate WC)
- Upstairs of Guest house has a large room with bar, billiard, foosball, playroom, and beautiful 360° view over the countryside.
First Level Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
- Old Mas:
- Bedroom 2 - Queen size bed (or 2 single beds), separate bathroom with bath tub, sink.
- Bedroom 3 - Queen size bed, dressing area, separate bathroom with bath tub, shower, 2 sinks.
- Bedroom 4 - Queen bed sharing the bathroom with bedroom 3.
- Bedroom 5 - Double bed with en-suite bathroom (shower, sink). Separate WC off hallway.
Features/ Amenities
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Outside Amenities
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Pool Information
Dimensions/ Depth: 17m x 6m and 12m x 5m
Security (Fence, Alarm): Alarm, no fence
Salt water System: No
Heated?: No
Note: The view all around of the countryside from the larger pool is fantastic. There are no close neighbors, giving a real feeling of freedom.
The view from the other pool of the old Mas is beautiful.
Nearest Villages
| Closest Village | Puyricard | 1 KM | 0.62 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Aix en Provence | 4 KM | 2.48 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Lourmarin | 25 KM | 15.5 mi | Map | Village Info |
| Nearby Village | Salon de Provence | 25 KM | 15.5 mi | Map | Village Info |
Locale
Protected by the Montagne Ste Victoire which rises to 1,011m. Aix is surrounded by a countryside full of authentic Provencal houses and traditional French style gardens. The name Aix comes from the source discovered when the city was founded in 123b.c. by the Romans.
Aix was the capitol of Provence in the 15th century, Wealthy merchants and local dignitaries helped turn this city into the Florence of Provence as we know it today.
One can find all the beauty of the noble Provence of the17th and 18th centuries: handsome houses of the upper class, private mansions, city squeres bursting with flowers, ancient fountains and shaded narrow streets.
Aix was the inspiration to many of the greatest writers and painters : Guigou, Stendhal, Mistral, Zola, and Cézanne, There is even a special Cezanne tour which one can follow through the streets of Aix stopping at points marked with a C.
As a city of art and culture Aix possesses a wealth of superbe architecture that has been carefully preserved and restored. Walking through the Cours Mirabeau and the Rue Gaston de Saporta one can admire the private mansions with their sculptured doors and windows and the intricate iron work on the balconies. Discerning shoppers choose the elegant boutiques in the quartier Mazarin.
Each summer the International Festival of Lyric Arts and Music unites acclaimed prima donnas and maestros in a fabulous selection of singing and music. The Dance Festival is also world reputed.
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 Aix-en-Provence TGV(3 hours direct) and rent a car. You would plan to see Paris on the way back, taking the TGV from Aix-en-Provence TGV to Gare de Lyon, getting a cab to your hotel in the city.
Things to do
Local Attractions
Hiking on the Sainte Victoire mountain and in the Calanques near the sea.
Cultural life, restaurants and cafés in Aix en Provence.
Local Markets
Daily Markets in Aix en Provence
Friday: Puyricard - 5 mn. on foot
Private Chef Services
Chef Ronald
Local Restaurants
Aix en Provence
Within Walking distance
Puyricard 5 mn
Groceries
Stores in Aix en Provence and Venelles: 5 mn's drive.
2012 Season Prices per week
| December 31 - June 23 | June 23 - Sept. 1 | Sept. 1 - Dec. 29 |
| € 8,000.00 | € 9,000.00 | € 8,000.00 |
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3 hours of cleaning on Monday and Thursday afternoon.
Terms and Conditions
Arrival: Saturday
Minimum Stay: 2 weeks in July and August, 1 week in other 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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