Le Mas Des Herbes
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Overview
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The owners have restored this old Provençal farmhouse near Saint-Rémy in such a sensitive manner, respecting its original character and rural setting in the countryside of Les Alpilles.
Le Mas Des Herbes is a charming holiday home for guests wishing to experience authentic life in Provence whilst also unwinding in beautiful surroundings. At the end of a row of houses, the mas dates back to the mid-1700s and has been wonderfully renovated to welcome 7 guests across its four bedrooms.
We adore the exposed stone walls, tiled floors and wood beamed ceilings of this characterful home. By contrast, the contemporary kitchen is so elegant and the lounge is cosy with its attractive furnishings and satellite TV. The four bedrooms are each individually styled (including one on a mezzanine level) and you can tell that this is an authentic family home.
It's bucolic outside with rosemary, thyme, oleander, cypresses, olive trees, a fountain and terraces for al-fresco dining and relaxing in the sun or shade. Escape to the pool house with its sofas, summer kitchen and dining area, then swim and splash around in the salt-water pool. Le Mas Des Herbes offers such beautiful yet rustic and relaxed outdoor space for spending quality time together.
There are walks on your doorstep along the nearby canal or pass local vineyards, olive groves and pine trees as you appreciate the landscapes of Les Alpilles. The bustling town of Saint-Rémy is just a 5km drive away with its café terraces, restaurants, shops and art galleries – don’t miss the atmospheric market on a Wednesday morning.
Meanwhile, there is so much to explore across Les Alpilles and beyond whether venturing to Arles, Avignon or Gordes or staying closer to home as you admire the hilltop vistas from Les Baux-de-Provence, try some of France’s finest olive oil in Maussane-les-Alpilles or dine out in Michelin starred establishments in Eygalières.
What you should know…
- One of the bedrooms is located on a mezzanine level reached via ladder-style stairs (not suitable for young children).
- There is a resident cat who lives here too.
Property Features
Maison Interiors (160m2)
Ground Floor
- Open-plan dining area and kitchen, well-equipped including fridge/freezer (and additional freezer in pantry), Lacanche range with gas hob, gas and electric oven, grill, dishwasher and washing machine. Doors lead to terrace and garden
- Lounge with large TV (international channels)
- WC
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm), TV, open-plan shower room and access to terrace with fountain.
First Floor
- Mezzanine hallway area
- Bedroom with double bed (160cm) and shower room
- Mezzanine level bedroom (reached via narrow ladder-style stairs) with double bed (140cm) and desk/seating area in room below
- Bedroom with double bed (160cm) and shower room
- WC
Outside Grounds (2200m2)
- Salt-water swimming pool (10.5x3.5m, depth: 1.4m) with corner steps and submerged safety alarm
- Pool house (30m2) with sofas, dining area, fridge and tap
- Raised poolside terrace (at end of pool) with sun loungers
- Gas plancha
- Shaded terrace for al-fresco dining
- Boules pitch
- Fountain
- Bikes
- On-site cat
- Private covered parking
Location
About the surrounding area of Le Mas Des HerbesThis old Provençal farmhouse enjoys a rural setting in beautiful countryside only 5km from the charming town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, almost equidistant between Avignon and Arles.
The semi-detached farmhouse is on the end of a small cluster of houses surrounded otherwise by farmland and rural countryside, around 200m from the main road that leads directly towards Saint-Rémy. You are surrounded by the sights of Les Alpilles with a small olive grove nearby and a hillside of pine trees. There are walking trails directly from the house whether joining the canal route towards Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, discovering local vineyards or hiking further south in the direction of Les Baux-de-Provence.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is just 5km by car with its large supermarkets, restaurants, tennis courts and other useful amenities. Enjoy a morning coffee on a shady café terrace before exploring the old town with its shops and art galleries, perhaps following the footsteps of Van Gogh. Don’t miss the famous bustling market on a Wednesday morning which attracts visitors from across the region.
Les Alpilles is such a beautiful part of Provence with its hilltop villages alongside iconic landscapes of olive groves, dense forests and limestone peaks. Les Baux-de-Provence (7.5km) is classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ whist Eygalières (17km) and Maussane-les-Alpilles (11km) are other gems to consider with their high-end restaurants and charming weekly markets. Activities across the region include golf, cycling, horse-riding, rock-climbing, wine or olive oil tastings and farm/vineyard tours.
Artistic Arles (20km) is another fine day out with its Van Gogh heritage, Roman sites and annual Photography Festival, also the gateway to the captivating Camargue. To the east are the perched villages of the Luberon (Bonnieux and Gordes, for example, are around an hour away) or head north to Avignon (25km) to admire the two UNESCO World Heritage sites, Le Palais des Papes and Le Pont d’Avignon.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Avignon
(25km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nimes Airport
(39km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille Airport
(65km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Avignon TGV
(22km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(5km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
In and around Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(Within 5km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Intermarché Super Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(5km) |
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| Nearest City |
Avignon
(25km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Tennis Club Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(6km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf des Baux de Provence
(10km) |
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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 AgesIn a beautiful countryside setting, there are some lovely walks from your doorstep – join the canal path towards Saint-Rémy-de-Provence or discover other routes passing vineyards, olive groves and pine trees.
There is a charming little farm, L'Arche de Méo, around a 20-minute drive away, or venture further south to Zoo Barben near Salon-de-Provence, an hour by car.
There’s also a tree-top activity centre, Accro Passion, near Salon-de-Provence or head to Passerelles des Cîmes close to Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. Adventurous families can try out canoeing/kayaking along the Sorgue River near Fontaine-de-Vaucluse/Lagnes and other family-friendly activities in the height of the summer.
Spend the day at the magnificent Pont du Gard (35km) and pack a picnic to enjoy by the banks of the river overlooking the Roman aqueduct (there are canoeing opportunities here too).
Slightly closer to home, learn all about French rural life at Le Vieux Mas (20km) near Beaucaire or walk amongst the iconic windmills close to Fontvieille (13km). Fontvieille is also home to Le Vélorail des Alpilles, a fun family activity where you pedal open-air vehicles along a former railway track as you admire the glorious Provençal scenery.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Animal farm
- Kid-friendly museum
- Zoo
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Water excursions/Boat trips
- <1hr to Airport
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Children's books
- Child-Safe Pool
- Bicycles Provided
- DVD
- Toys
Extras
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 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!
| Security deposit | €1500 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 | 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 | €1500 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 | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs 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 towels included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | No. €150, payable locally. This is for a standard changeover clean. Guests should be respectful of the property and leave the accommodation in a clean and tidy condition. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note a resident cat lives on site. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 7 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jul 1st 2025 | £4,951 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - Jul 14th 2026 | £4,951 |
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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