Le Sable D'Or
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Overview
Experience the best of Provence in this charming villa in the heart of Les Alpilles Natural Park. A short stroll takes you to a small, picturesque village where you can buy fresh bread from the bakery, local produce from the delicatessen or just hang out for a while in the café.
Le Sable d’Or provides a successful combination of traditional and modern design with the lightly coloured ceiling beams in the living area complementing the gentle rise of the open plan staircase. The huge pale stoned fireplace provides a focal point to the room, a reminder of cosy evenings by the fire while the French doors offer an invitation to enjoy the warmth of summer in the glorious garden. A gentle arch leads into a bright kitchen where the blue cupboards and patterned tiles contrast with the calmer colours in the rest of the house.
Outside, a large enclosed garden is mostly set to lawn with spacious seating and dining areas thoughtfully placed beneath the shade of ancient plane and olive trees with oleanders and carefully clipped shrubs scattered nearby. The salt water pool is hedged on two sides for privacy, one by a line of bamboo which is sure to sway and lightly rustle in the wind, further relaxing anyone lounging next to it.
This whole region is redolent with the scent of rosemary and thyme and filled with vineyards, orchards, sunflowers, idyllic villages and world-renowned towns. Les Alpilles Natural Park provides so much opportunity for observing nature, rock climbing, riding, mountain biking and walking in an amazing landscape. Nearby Mausanne is another lovely village within walking distance, nestled at the foot of the mountain range and renowned for producing fine olive oil.
For a change of landscape, head via the historic city of Arles to La Camargue with its beaches, lagoons, rice fields, wild white horses and pink flamingos. Here you can ride, trek, quad bike or take a jeep tour to explore this fascinating area more fully.
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.
- A plancha-style BBQ is provided but please note there are often barbecuing restrictions across this area
- There is an open and banister free staircase leading to the first floor
- Air-conditioning is featured in bedrooms and kitchen only
Property Features
Villa Interiors (150m2)
Ground Floor
- Living room with seating area, fireplace, library and TV. French doors to garden
- Well-equipped kitchen-diner with oven, hob, extractor fan, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso and traditional coffee machines, toaster, kettle and dining table. Access from kitchen to terrace and dining area
- Rear kitchen
- Double bedroom (160cm, can be made into 2 x 80cm beds) with WC and hand basin
First Floor (via open-sided staircase from living area)
- Double bedroom (180cm) with a shower room
- Double bedroom (180cm) with a dressing area and bathroom with bath, shower and WC
- Double bedroom (160cm) with a shower room
Outside Grounds (1700m2)
- Salt water swimming pool (10m x 5m, depth: 1.25-2.5m) with safety alarm and a mobile net/fence between garden and pool
- Shaded terrace
- Garden furniture – tables, chairs, 8 sun loungers and a parasol
- Plancha barbecue
- Boules pitch
- Table tennis
- Bikes (3 standard and 2 mountain bikes)
- Enclosed grounds
- Private parking (2 in garage, 4 outside)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (Bedrooms and Kitchen only)
- Heating
- TV
- DVD Player and DVDs
- Library
- Hair dryer
- Insect nets at all the windows
- Table tennis
- Bikes (3 standard and 2 mountain bikes)
- Boules
- Washing Machine and dryer
- Ironing equipment
Location
About the surrounding area of Le Sable D'OrLe Sable d’Or is situated a few minutes’ walk away from the centre of a delightful, small village full of characterful houses with brightly coloured shutters, flower filled gardens and an interesting museum. At the end of your short stroll you’ll also find a delicatessen, bakery, café and restaurant.
Here is Provence at its best, full of charm and surrounded by beautiful countryside at the foot of the splendid Alpilles mountain range. The whole fantastic area of Les Alpilles Natural Park and beyond is filled with vineyards, idyllic villages, beautiful towns and rolling hills of olive trees.
Within a five-minute drive (or leisurely walk) you will find Mausanne, known for its amazing olive oil – look out for painters, sculptors and other artists exhibiting their work on Friday evenings. There are some lovely restaurants here as well as grocery stores and shops selling delicious local food.
Also nearby, the unique village of Les Baux de Provence, classified as one of France’s 'Plus Beaux Villages', is well worth a visit for its impressive charm and stunning setting. A little further, St-Rémy is renowned for its artistic community which displays its art in the village galleries whilst Eygalières is one of the prettiest hilltop villages in Provence where several A-list celebrities can be spotted.
Van Gogh’s much loved Arles is only 17km away, known for its fine architecture and Roman remains, particularly the Amphitheatre which now hosts plays and concerts. Travel onwards from this great city towards La Camargue with its 900 square kilometres of beaches, lagoons, rice fields, pink flamingos and wild white horses where you can try out riding, trekking, quad biking and take a jeep tour cross the exciting terrain.
Avignon was once considered the centre of the world when the papacy resided there. There are so many historical sites and museums to visit here, not forgetting the famous bridge, now a UNESCO World heritage site. Also, the pleasant historic town of Tarascon lies between Arles and Avignon on the banks of the River Rhône and is a lovely day out.
The whole area has so much to offer the adventurous traveller - horse-riding, golf, walking, climbing and mountain biking in the most glorious countryside. There are plenty of other family friendly activities throughout the region from model railways to tree-top centres.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nîmes
(40km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille
(57km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Arles/Avignon TGV
(20km/33km) |
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| Nearest Village |
(500m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Local village
(500m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
(500m) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Domaine de Manville
(3km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
(58km) |
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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 AgesA visit to the former quarry at Carrières de Lumières is an exciting experience. Multimedia shows project images of famous paintings onto the walls of the old walls, all set to music.
Continuing with the theme of art, the Van Gogh walk in St-Rémy-de-Provence is a circular walk through the countryside where signboards offer a perspective on the wonderful landscapes which inspired the famous painter. If you still have the energy, visit the nearby archaeological site of Glanum where the remains of the ancient city lies below a magnificent gorge on the side of the Alpilles mountains.
Adventurous kids will love rock-climbing, mountain biking and horse riding in Les Alpilles and quad biking and trekking in La Camargue where, if they are lucky, they will catch sight of the galloping white horses.
Younger children can explore Avignon on the small road-train that takes you across the city and the famous Pont d’Avignon - take a boat trip on the Rhone while you are here.
All train lovers will adore the model railway, the JardiTrain south of Carpentras or adventure seekers should head to the tree-top activity centre in Salon-de-Provence. Zoo Barben has over 600 species of animals to be searched for in several hectares of land.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Child-Safe Pool
- Bicycles Provided
- Table Tennis
- DVD
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
- Meal delivery service
Oliver's Extras
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
- Butler Available
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental Available
- 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
- Babysitting Available
- Butler Available
- Meal delivery service
- Car/Bike/Boat/Plane Rental Available
- 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
Extras included at this property:
- Maid service 4 hours/week
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
-24h Concierge
-Private chef
-Airport/train station pick-up/drop-off
-Chauffeur/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!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €3000 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. Late arrivals after 9.00 p.m. may be charged a late arrival fee of €120. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €3000 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. 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 garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. |
| 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? | 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. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. |
| 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 | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Air-conditioning is featured in 3 bedrooms only. |
Please click here to view the full property terms and conditions.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 26th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,909 |
| * Christmas New Year | £3,162 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 4th 2025 | £2,909 |
| Jan 4th 2025 - Apr 5th 2025 | £2,909 |
| Apr 5th 2025 - May 3rd 2025 | £3,162 |
| May 3rd 2025 - May 24th 2025 | £3,542 |
| May 24th 2025 - Jun 21st 2025 | £3,795 |
| Jun 21st 2025 - Jun 28th 2025 | £4,427 |
| Jun 28th 2025 - Jul 19th 2025 | £5,059 |
| Jul 19th 2025 - Jul 26th 2025 | £5,692 |
| Jul 26th 2025 - Aug 23rd 2025 | £6,324 |
| Aug 23rd 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | £5,692 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 27th 2025 | £3,795 |
| Sep 27th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £2,909 |
| * Christmas New Year | £3,162 |
| Jan 4th 2026 - May 30th 2026 | £2,909 |
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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Lovely home
Lovely home, with everything anyone could need . Ideally placed for walks into Paradou and Mausanne.
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Beautiful, idyllic, fantastic location
We had a wonderful holiday. The property is beautiful and with warm weather in May we spent plenty of time enjoying the garden and pool. The house is perfectly situated in the village so it was easy to get everything we needed, including morning pastries! There were so many great places nearby to eat and small towns to explore, taking in the amazing scenery that inspired Van Gogh. We were with children and grandparents but we all enjoyed visiting the castle at Les Baux, les Carrières de Lumières, the tree top adventure park and Arles.
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