L'Esplanade
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Overview
A true gem of Provence, L'Esplanade offers charm and character in beautiful grounds just a five-minute drive from the delightful town of Saint-Rémy.
This beautiful abode is all about relaxing in wonderful surroundings whether in the grand living room with its picture book windows or outside under the old shady trees, drinking local brandy at the end of a glorious day. The interiors have been thoughtfully styled from the spacious living area around the old fireplace to the grand kitchen-diner with its contemporary fittings alongside antique pieces. Each of the seven bedrooms across the house and annexe have been warmly decorated in Provençal colours, featuring air-conditioning and many with handsome en suite bathrooms.
Spend lazy days with family or friends, challenging each other to a game of boules, ping-pong or table football, pottering around on the bikes or splashing around in the wonderful swimming pool, looking out to the glorious grounds around you. A covered terrace, beautifully lit up at night, is the perfect place to gather for long meals en famille, creating feasts on the barbecue or chatting late into the night with loved ones on long summer evenings.
The well-known town of Saint-Rémy is only a five-minute drive away, a great place for its restaurants, cafes, art galleries and overall Provençal charm. Head in early on a Wednesday morning for the vibrant market to pick up all sorts of regional delights and look out for festivities and events that take place throughout the summer.
Discover the idyllic landscapes of Les Alpilles with its vineyards, olive groves and mountain scenery. Spend time in wonderful villages such as Eygalières, Maussane-les-Alpilles and Les Baux-de-Provence, one of France’s 'Plus Beaux Villages'.
Discover historic treasures in Avignon, just 18km away or head south to Arles and the incredible Camargue. Even the mesmerising villages and mountains of the Luberon are only an hour away; you really can discover all corners of Provence from this wonderful home.
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 seventh bedroom is in a separate annexe just by the swimming pool
- Air-conditioning is featured in the bedrooms only and there is underfloor cooling on the ground floor
Property Features
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor
- Living room (approx. 60m2) with fireplace
- Open-plan office area / snug with table football
- Kitchen-diner, well-equipped including kitchen island, microwave, oven, plancha, toaster, cafetiere, Nespresso machines, two dishwashers, two fridges and ice-maker
- Utility room and laundry
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm) and bathroom
- WC
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), bathroom and WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), bathroom and WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), bathroom and WC
- Bedroom with twin/double bed (90cm each or 180cm)
- Bedroom with twin/double bed (90cm each or 180cm)
- Separate bathroom with WC
Separate Poolside Annexe
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), bathroom and WC
Outside Grounds
- Private heated swimming pool (16x6m, depth: 1.2-1.7m) with electric safety shutter
- Covered terrace with large dining table and chairs
- Gas plancha and BBQ
- Table tennis
- Boules
- Bikes (x6)
- Water features
- Gardens and grounds (approx. 5.5 hectares)
- Exterior lighting
- Private parking
- Electric gate
Facilities
- Wi-Fi (in most rooms)
- Reversible air-conditioning (in bedrooms)
- Underfloor heating/cooling (ground floor only)
- Bose system
- TV
- Hairdryers
- Table football
- Table tennis
- Boules
- Bikes (x6)
- Washing machine and dryer
Location
About the surrounding area of L'EsplanadeL'Esplanade is set in the beautiful Alpilles Regional Nature Park, just a short drive from the lovely town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
Saint-Rémy (4km) has a fine reputation in Provence and is popular with visitors for good reason. You can soak up the charm and ambience of Saint-Rémy just by wandering around the narrow cobbled lanes, coming across picturesque art galleries and studios, dining in little bistros or head to one of the cafes under the plane trees for a coffee or glass of local wine. The Wednesday morning market spills out over the lovely squares and streets of the old town and you can pick up all sorts of regional delights such as olive products, lavender, honey, cured meats, cheeses and of course seasonal fruit and vegetables.
Les Alpilles is an incredible region offering beautiful landscapes of vineyards, olive groves, undulating hills and striking mountains. Activities including wonderful walking paths, cycling trails, horse-riding and even rock-climbing.
Enjoy the awe-inspring scenery from Les Baux-de-Provence (13km), one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, a medieval village built high up on a fortified rocky site which is full of history and charm – visit early to avoid the crowds. Maussane-les-Alpilles (13km) is a very pleasant place to go for a long lunch whether a good pizzeria or a Michelin starred restaurant and make sure you pick up some of France’s finest olive oil whilst you are there. Eygalières (15km) is another delightful village in Les Alpilles and is even favoured by a couple of A-list celebrities who have discreetly bought houses there.
You are also in a great location for visiting the small and historic city of Avignon (18km) with its great food markets, excellent restaurants and bars as well as the two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Palais des Papes and the famous bridge. History lovers may also want to spend a day in Nîmes (47km) with its Roman ruins and the extraordinary Pont-du-Gard (38km), another UNESCO World Heritage site and a great spot for hiring canoes, kayaks or simply enjoying a picnic by the water’s edge.
To the south is Arles (27km), another fine place filled with history and art and also the gateway to the amazing landscapes of the Camargue. To the east is the mesmerising Luberon region filled with mountains, incredible hiking, cycling and idyllic villages such as Gordes, Lacoste, Roussillon, Ménerbes and more, all about an hour away.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Airport
(19km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Nîmes Airport
(45km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Marseille Airport
(75km (1hr)) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Gare d'Avignon TGV
(19km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence/Avignon
(4km/18km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(4km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(4km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Domaine de Manville
(13km) |
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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 AgesFamilies will love the local town of Saint-Rémy, whether soaking up the vibrant atmosphere at the Wednesday morning market or simply wandering around the narrow lanes discovering little art galleries and pretty cafes.
There is also a Van-Gogh trail you can follow in the town; find sign-posts dotted around Saint-Rémy informing you about places that inspired some of the artist’s work and finish off at the Monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole, just south of the town. The archaeological site of Glanum will also appeal to young history lovers.
If you are looking for outdoors activity then you can discover many of the local walking and cycling trails across Les Alpilles, go pony-trekking through the incredible scenery or find rock-climbing in Les Alpilles and the Luberon. You can also hire canoes or kayaks along the Sorgue river near L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue or around the incredible Pont du Gard near Nîmes.
Visit the historic castle in Les Baux-de-Provence and in the evening you can enjoy the amazing light-show in the nearby caves at the Carrières de Lumières.
For more traditional family activities, visit the zoo in La Barben, just under an hour away, or head north towards the area around Carpentras where you’ll find a waterpark, model railway and La Forêt Enchantée, again all within an hour or so.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Bicycles Provided
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- Table Tennis
- Table Football
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 6 hours per week
Extras Available at this property:
- 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 | €5000 charged to client’s credit card before 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 | €5000 charged to client’s credit card before 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 rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. |
| Minimum stay | 14 nights. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| 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. |
| 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 | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. |
| Pool heating charge? | No, pool heating is included in the price. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €2-€4 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
Please click here to view the full property terms and conditions.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 14 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 26th 2024 - Jul 1st 2025 | £15,809 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - May 30th 2026 | £20,087 |
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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