Maison d'Arbres
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Overview
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This rustic pied-à-terre is set amongst glorious Provençal grounds only a short walk to the pretty village of with its restaurants, little shops and lovely weekly market.
Maison d’Arbres feels like stepping into a genuine Provençal home with its charming interiors alongside a sense of warmth and comfort. Both the wood-beamed living-dining room and traditional kitchen have large windows opening out to the garden terrace for outdoor dining whilst the separate TV lounge features Apple TV and a huge choice of DVDs for afternoons escaping the summer sun.
On the first floor, discover the library for peaceful reading alongside four air-conditioned bedrooms, two en suite and the other two sharing a connecting shower room. The very top floor is home to the final two air-conditioned bedrooms beneath the eaves – the variety of beds across the six rooms means there are plenty of flexible options whether staying with family or friends.
Outside, the heated swimming pool awaits with its sun loungers and deck chairs and there is a vine-covered terrace for leisurely al-fresco meals in the shade. At the very end of the grounds past the driveaway, a beautiful Provençal garden awaits with elegant cypresses, olive trees, lavender and vines.
In a residential setting, simply walk along the country road and within 650m you could be sitting on the shady terrace of Café de la Fontaine overlooking the village fountain and church or pottering around the little shops. Surrounded by groves of olive trees, Maussane-les-Alpilles is known for producing some of France’s finest extra virgin olive oil.
Neighbouring Paradou is another lovely spot for lunch (home of Le Bistrot du Paradou) whilst Les Baux-de-Provence, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ is only 4.5km away. From all three villages there are some stunning walking trails through the iconic landscapes of Les Alpilles.
Meanwhile, follow Van Gogh’s footsteps in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Arles, enjoy a gastronomic meal in hilltop Eygalières and spend the day visiting the historic city of Avignon and its UNESCO World Heritage sites, less than an hour away by car from your Provençal village home.
What you should know…
- This charming house sleeps up to 12 guests across six bedrooms – please check the ‘Layout’ tab for details on each bedroom.
- Air-conditioning is featured in the bedrooms only.
Property Features
Maison Interiors (350m2)
Ground Floor
- Living and dining area with sofas, large dining table and doors leading to garden
- TV lounge with TNT/Apple TV and DVD player
- Kitchen, well-equipped including electric oven, gas hobs, microwave, kettle, American fridge, cafetiere, Nespresso Magimix, toaster and dishwasher
- Laundry room with washing machine and dryer
- Guest WC
First Floor
- Library area
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160cm)
- Bedroom with two single beds (90cm each) and baby cot
- Shower room with shower, sink and WC (connected to above two bedrooms)
- Bedroom with double bed (140cm) and bathroom with WC
- Bedroom with double bed (160cm), office area with garden view and shower room with shower, two sinks and separate WC
- Shower room
Second/Loft Floor (low, sloping ceilings)
- Dorm-style bedroom with six single beds (90cm each, including two top bunk beds with very low ceiling)
- Bedroom with double bed (140cm) and single bed (90cm)
- Bathroom with bath, shower, two sinks and WC
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (12x5m, depth: 1-2.5m) with safety feature. Heated approximately mid-April to mid-October
- Sun loungers (x5) and deckchairs (x8)
- Parasols (x2)
- Al-fresco dining area and other terraces
- Gas barbecue
- Boules
- Table tennis and table football
- Large enclosed grounds (4000m2)
- Well
- Private parking
Other Facilities
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
Location
About the surrounding area of Maison d'ArbresMaison d’Arbres is set in an attractive residential area just outside the charming village of Maussane-les-Alpilles, only 11km from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and a 45-minute drive from the historic city of Avignon.
Stroll along the country lanes/roads and within 650m you could be enjoying a coffee on a café terrace overlooking the village square, its church and pretty fountain. Loved for its extra virgin olive oil, Maussane-les-Alpilles is such a delightful village with shops, restaurants and cafes as well as a Thursday morning market.
Neighbouring Paradou (2km) is much smaller but also full of character, best known for Le Bistrot du Paradou and its daily set menu (book ahead). Golf-lovers note that you are well located for Domaine de Manville (1.6km), not far from the perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence (4km), one of France’s classified ‘Plus Beaux Villages’.
Enjoy glorious walks and hikes passing endless olive groves or discover the beautiful landscapes of Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park on horseback or by cycling. Other lovely villages to explore include authentic Fontvieille (9km) and its windmill walking trail alongside idyllic Eygalières (19km), a hilltop village with gorgeous architecture and high-end restaurants.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (11km) is a must for art lovers thanks to its art studios dotted across the old quarter and the Van Gogh trail ending at Monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole. Saint-Rémy’s Wednesday morning market is not to be missed – it attracts visitors from across the region.
Van Gogh’s beloved Arles (18km) is another highlight for history and art lovers alike, also the gateway to the Camargue with its wild landscapes and stunning nature. Another fine day out in less than an hour is the Roman aqueduct, Le Pont du Gard (40km) – pack a picnic and sit by the riverside or look out for canoeing/kayaking opportunities in incredible surroundings.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Airport
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nimes Airport
(43km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille Airport
(55km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Saint Martin De Crau/Avignon TGV
(12.5km/32km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 650m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(Within 650m) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Grocery store, bakery etc
(Within 700m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Super U, Saint Martin De Crau
(10km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Saint Martin De Crau/Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(10km/11km) |
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| Nearest City |
Avignon
(31km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(700m) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Les Baux-de-Provence
(4.5km) |
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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 AgesFeatures at this welcoming holiday home include ping-pong, table football and boules. There is a comfy TV lounge with TNT/Apple TV and a huge range of DVDs, a great way to escape the summer sun after lunch. It’s also lovely to be able to stroll to the local village for your morning croissants and fresh bread or to simply enjoy a cool drink on a café terrace and meals out in the evening.
Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park offers a variety of outdoor activities from walks and more challenging hikes to horse-riding, pony treks, cycling and rock-climbing. Le Vélorail des Alpilles is a fun activity in nearby Fontvieille (pedal as you admire glorious scenery) whilst Arles is home to Fondation Vincent van Gogh and Luma Parc des Ateliers modern art exhibitions (with an artistic twisting slide for older children).
A little further afield, discover nature discovery trails, horse-riding, quad tours and boat trips across the landscapes of the Camargue or visit the incredible Roman aqueduct, Le Pont du Gard, a great spot for picnics and paddling by the river or even canoeing/kayaking.
Heading south-east towards Salon-de-Provence instead, other attractions include a tree-top adventure centre, the popular Zoo Barben and Le Village des Automates theme park, all within a 45 to 60-minute drive.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Baby bath
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor Games
- Table Tennis
- Table Football
- DVD
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- Meal delivery service
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- Meal delivery service
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
- Bike hire
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- 24h Concierge
- Maid service
- 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
| Security deposit | €2000 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 | €2000 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. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights - all other durations on request. |
| Changeover day | Saturday - all other changeover days on request. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | No. €200, 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. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Pool heating charge? | Extra cost, payable locally. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| 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. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Air-conditioning is featured in the bedrooms only. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Jan 11th 2025 - Apr 1st 2025 | £4,347 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - Jul 1st 2025 | £5,589 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - Sep 1st 2025 | £7,824 |
| Sep 1st 2025 - Oct 1st 2025 | £5,589 |
| Oct 1st 2025 - Jul 15th 2026 | £4,347 |
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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