Le Mas Des Alpilles
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Set just a short walk from a pretty Provençal village, Le Mas Des Alpilles is a handsome house set in exquisite gardens. In the heart of Les Alpilles Natural P...
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Set just a short walk from a pretty Provençal village, Le Mas Des Alpilles is a handsome house set in exquisite gardens. In the heart of Les Alpilles Natural Park, this home offers charm and luxury in a captivating part of Provence.
Dating back to the 18th century, Le Mas Des Alpilles has been beautifully renovated by architects who have respected the maison’s history yet created a contemporary haven. It was originally the home to a horse-operated olive mill and to this day horses remain on the estate as well as century old olive trees and an original mill in one of the reception rooms.
The sense of history pervades the mas with vaulted ceilings, thick stone walls and antique furnishings alongside stylish décor and modern amenities. Warm colours have been used throughout to create a welcoming ambience across the eight sumptuous bedrooms, all which feature air-conditioning, elegant bathrooms and TVs. One of the master bedrooms with its four-poster bed and copper bathtub is a particular delight.
The incredible French gardens feature water fountains, lawns, a chapel, a vegetable garden and a forest of pine trees. Swim in the heated swimming pool overlooking the ancient olives and dine al-fresco on the elegant terraces. A tennis court has also been recently added.
You’re welcomed with fruit, flowers and local wine as well as fine locally sourced bathroom products, bathrobes and slippers. A continental breakfast is served every morning, there’s maid service most days and additional arrangements can be made for a chef, fitness instructor or masseur and spa therapist to come to the home.
Stroll into the local village for boulangeries, a fish monger, butchers and some lovely restaurants and make sure you sample some of the best olive oil made in one of the original mills. It’s only a short drive to one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, Les-Baux-de-Provence or explore the charming art galleries of Saint-Rémy. Arles and Avignon are both magnificent cities to visit in this stunning part of southern France.
Les Alpilles region also offers wonderful walks and cycle trails through landscapes of olive groves, vineyards and enchanting countryside; this is bucolic Provence at its very best.
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
- The exquisite gardens include water features and fountains
- The caretakers live discreetly in a separate flat on the second floor of the property
- It's only 750m to the local village; if you are walking, bear in mind that the surrounding lanes and roads tend to be unlit and without pavements
Property Features
Villa Interiors (840m2)
Ground Floor (approx. 300m2)
- Two reception rooms
- Two fully-equipped kitchens
- Dining room
- Bar
- Cinema room
- Laundry room
First Floor (approx. 370m2)
- Bedroom One: king-size double bed, dressing room and bathroom with shower
- Bedroom Two: master bedroom with king-size double bed, mini-bar, safe, dressing room and bathroom with large walk-in shower
- Bedroom Three: master bedroom with king-size canopy bed, mini-bar, safe, dressing room and bathroom with large walk-in shower
- Bedroom Four: king-size double bed and bathroom with shower
- Bedroom Five: master bedroom with king-size canopy double bed, desk, sofa and bathroom with bath
- Bedroom Six: king-size double or twin bed and bathroom with shower
- Bedroom Seven: king-size canopy double bed and bathroom with shower
- Bedroom Eight: master bedroom with king-size double bed, balcony, dressing room and bathroom with shower
- Cinema room
Please note all bedrooms have air-conditioning and flat screen TVs
Second Floor (approx. 172m2)
- Fitness/yoga room
- Sauna
- Spa
- Massage and relaxation room
Outside Grounds (approx 3.5 hectares)
- Heated swimming pool (16x5m), open approximately May to end-September (other months on request)
- Outdoor shower
- Sunloungers (x8)
- Terrace for al-fresco dining
- Vegetable garden
- Fountains and water features
- Gardens including lawns and woodland
- Picnic areas
- Tennis court
- Chapel
- Electric gates (and interphone)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- TVs
- Apple TV and Netflix
- Home cinema system
- Sonos speaker system
- Fitness/yoga room
- Spa and massage room
- Lift
- Hairdryers
Location
About the surrounding area of Le Mas Des AlpillesLe Mas des Alpilles is located in the heart of the Alpilles Natural Regional Park, within walking distance to a characterful village and just a short drive from one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, Les Baux-de-Provence.
You can wander into the local village in about fifteen minutes or so, where you will find a selection of good places to eat including a great pizzeria as well as a Michelin starred restaurant. There are also some lovely shops such as boulangeries, a butchers and deli and a couple of small grocery stores. You can sample some of the amazing olive oil produced in the village at one of the local presses.
It’s only a 5km drive into Les Baux-de-Provence which enjoys a marvellous setting and is a delightful place to explore. Many visitors come to soak up the ambience in the pretty village, exploring the lovely squares and little lanes or heading up to the fortified château.
There are many other idyllic villages and towns to discover across Les Alpilles including Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where you can follow the Vincent Van Gogh trail around the town or enjoy the Wednesday morning market and Eygalières, an incredibly picturesque village which is now a bit of a celebrity hot-spot at times with A-listers escaping the paparazzi here.
Just to the north of Les Alpilles, the small city of Avignon is a wonderful day out, not just because of the two UNESCO world heritage sites (Saint Benezet Bridge and the Pope’s Palace) but also due to the great atmosphere around the covered and weekend markets, the brilliant restaurants and great cafes and wine-bars.
Arles is also famous for its Van Gogh connections and is a lovely city to visit for its galleries, museums and restaurants. It is also the gateway to the Camargue, an incredible region about an hours drive away, well-known for its incredible landscapes of land, lagoon and sea with wild horses and pink flamingos.
This region offers endless activities such as horse-riding on the estate as well as nearby, golf within a short drive near Les Baux-de-Provence and beyond and some amazing walking and cycling trails, following routes through lavender fields, vineyards, olive groves and summer meadows.
In July you must try some of the melons from Cavaillon whilst antique lovers mustn’t miss the Sunday market in Isle Sur La Sorgue, also popular for those who love canoeing. The heart of the Luberon region is also waiting to be explored with so many archetypal Provencal villages including Ménerbes, Roussillon and Gordes.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Avignon
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Nimes
(45km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Marseille
(54km) |
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| Nearest Village |
(1km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
(1km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
(1km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(11km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Domaine de Manville
(3km) |
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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 AgesStroll into the local village where kids can enjoy eating at the pizzeria or head out further afield to visit exciting towns such as St-Rémy with its Wednesday morning market and Van Gogh art trail to follow. History lovers will appreciate the archaeological site of Glanum, just south of St-Rémy.
Horse-riding is also popular in this region (there are horses on the estate as well) and there are some lovely cycling trails and walking paths to follow across the glorious landscapes of Les Alpilles.
Avignon has a little road train making it ideal for little legs to easily see this fantastic city or you could take a boat along the Rhône. Arles also has some great galleries and museums as well as strong connections to Vincent Van Gogh.
If you love kayaking and canoeing then make sure you head to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue where you can paddle along the Sorgue in glorious surroundings.
Another great day out is a visit to the zoo! Zoo Barben is just under an hour away.
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Tennis Court
- Lift
- Home Cinema
- DVD
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Babysitting Available
- Breakfast Included
- Meal delivery service
Oliver's Extras
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Babysitting Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Breakfast Included
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental
- Wine-tasting, Cooking Classes and Well-being Coach Available
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
- On-Site Concierge
- Breakfast Included
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental
- Wine-tasting, Cooking Classes and Well-being Coach Available
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
- Babysitting / childcare services
- Bike hire
Extras included at this property:
- Welcome basket with local wine and seasonal fruits
- Continental breakfast of local delicacies
- Housekeeping 4h per day
- Mid-week linen change
- Toiletries, bathrobes and slippers
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- 24h Concierge
- Private chef
- Airport/train station pick-up/drop-off
- Chaffeur/private car rental-Bike rental
- Boat rental
- Private plane rental
- Shopping service
- Babysitting
- Butler
- Well-being coach
- Cooking classes
- Wine-tasting
- Booking of local activities (restaurants, festivals, concerts, exhibitions etc.)
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!
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a hig...
Read moreEvent information
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €10000 pre-authorisation by credit card paid to the owner one month before arrival and released up to two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €10000 pre-authorisation by credit card paid to the owner one month before arrival and released up to two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| 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 garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, changed once per week. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, heating costs included up to €500. Any consumption over this level will be paid locally. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Pool heating charge? | Included from start of May to end of September. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €2-€5 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| 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 | 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 | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events for up to 20 people are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
| Pool opening dates? | The pool is open approximately May to end-September. Other months are on request and subject to a supplement of €700 per week. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 16 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 18th 2024 - Dec 23rd 2024 | £27,666 |
| Christmas & New Year | £41,837 |
| Jan 6th 2025 - Apr 1st 2025 | £30,366 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - Apr 12th 2025 | £35,089 |
| Easter Season | £35,089 |
| Apr 26th 2025 - Jul 1st 2025 | £35,089 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - Sep 1st 2025 | £45,211 |
| Sep 1st 2025 - Oct 1st 2025 | £35,089 |
| Oct 1st 2025 - Dec 22nd 2025 | £30,366 |
| Christmas & New Year | £35,089 |
| Jan 5th 2026 - May 22nd 2026 | £30,366 |
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.
Reviews
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Amazing
House is amazing and the manager and team here are so friendly, discreet and super efficient.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
