Maison De Bois
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Overview
Ideally located for visiting Les Baux-de-Provence, Maison De Bois is a delightful holiday home with a private swimming pool set in its picturesque garden. Passing seemingly endless olive trees, you can be sipping coffee on a café terrace in Maussane-les-Alpilles within a 5-minute drive.
Maison De Bois enjoys a pretty setting overlooking a meadow and fields. The house has been tastefully decorated with neutral tones and touches of Provençal character alongside stylish furnishings and contemporary fittings. All five bedrooms, one of which is on the ground floor, feature queen or king-size double beds and there are four modern shower rooms (three of them en suite).
Outside, sit back in the shade of the terrace or play boules by the olive trees accompanied by the sound of the trickling fountain. The swimming pool is set in the lovely garden with that gorgeous rural view and there are sun loungers and parasols for soaking up the sun. As evening nears, prepare family feasts on the barbecue or relax with friends and a good bottle of local wine.
The attractive village of Maussane-les-Alpilles is just 3km away, home to restaurants, little shops and a weekly market on a Wednesday morning. Les Baux-de-Provence, classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, is a joy to explore with its medieval lanes and historic château. Just 6km away, head there early to avoid the summer day-trippers!
Elsewhere across Les Alpilles, come across picture-perfect restaurants in Eygalières, try some of France’s finest olive oil in Mouriès and visit the bustling Thursday morning market in artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
Avignon is also within easy reach or spend the day in Arles, perhaps combined with a drive through the landscapes of the Camargue. In the other direction are the charming antique stores of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, the incredible beauty of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse alongside the vineyards, orchards, perched villages and magnificent scenery of the Luberon.
What you should know…
- Maison De Bois and Maison De Marbre are around 100-200m apart, in case you are considering holidaying at the same time as friends or family
Property Features
House Interiors (230m2)
Ground Floor
- Lounge with fireplace
- Dining area
- American-style kitchen and back kitchen
- Guest WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm) with en suite shower room and WC
Upstairs
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm), TV and shower room
- Bedroom with double bed (160cm), shower room and WC
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm)
- Bedroom with double bed (180cm)
- Shower room and separate WC
Outside Grounds (1500m2)
- Swimming pool (6x12m, depth: 1.2-1.7m) with safety cover. Can be heated on request approximately May to October
- Poolside terrace with sun loungers and two parasols
- Al-fresco dining and lounge terrace
- Charcoal barbecue
- Pétanque court
- Fountains (x2)
- Garden
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating
- Pétanque
Location
About the surrounding area of Maison De BoisIn Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park, Maison De Bois is a short drive from both Maussane-les-Alpilles and Les Baux-de-Provence. If arriving by train, Avignon’s TGV station is 32km by car (Paris to Avignon takes 2 hours 45 minutes) whilst the airports near Avignon, Nimes and Marseille are all within easy reach.
The villa is in a rural setting (with neighbours so not isolated), facing a picturesque field/meadow and set just off the road that connects Maussane-les-Alpilles towards Eygalières/ Mouriès. Maussane-les-Alpilles (3km) is a lovely village with a restaurants, pretty café terraces, a Spar supermarket and a small array of shops selling local produce (wine, cheese, meat etc).
As you explore you will pass so many olive trees – indeed, both Maussane-les-Alpilles and nearby Mouriès (6km) are known for their olive oil production, some of the finest in France. There are gorgeous walks through the olive groves and the opportunity to sample olive oil, wine, cheese, honey and more. Pick up more regional delights at the Thursday morning market in Maussane and try traditional gastronomy at nearby restaurants (including Le Bistro du Paradou around a 10-minute drive away).
Other gems across Les Alpilles include hilltop Eygalières (15km), authentic Fontvieille (11km) and artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (11km), known for its Wednesday morning market and Vincent Van Gogh heritage. Les Baux-de-Provence (6km) and its chateau are a must-see – it is classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’.
Spend the day in the historic town of Arles, also loved by Van Gogh and the gateway to the Camargue, or venture towards the Luberon landscapes with idyllic perched villages including Ménerbes, Gordes and Roussillon all within an hour. Visit the Sunday morning brocante in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (41km), canoe or kayak along the Sorgue near Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (45km) and soak up the history of the small city of Avignon (31km).
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Avignon Airport
(30km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nimes Airport
(44km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille Provence Airport
(55km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Saint-Martin-de-Crau/Avignon TGV
(14km/32km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(3km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(3km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Spar in Maussane-les-Alpilles
(3km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
(11km) |
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| Nearest City |
Avignon
(31km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf de Servanes
(4.5km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Tennis Club Du Paradou
(4.5km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Maussane-les-Alpilles
(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 AgesA cot and a highchair can be requested when staying at Maison De Bois. The garden is lovely here and you can enjoy a family game of pétanque. It is also handy being just a 5-minute drive from Maussane-les-Alpilles for shops and restaurants.
Les Baux-de-Provence will enchant every age with its historic hilltop chateau and medieval centre – ask at the tourist office for a ‘treasure map’ to help you explore. You are also close to Carrières des Lumières, around a 10-minute drive away, where artwork is projected on to quarry walls with sound and light.
Both Saint-Rémy and Arles will appeal to art and history enthusiasts with many galleries, exhibitions and historic sites. The more energetic young guests may enjoy canoeing or kayaking along the Sorgue near Fontaine-de-Vaucluse or by the incredible Roman aqueduct, Pont du Gard, both less than an hour away.
Discover tree-top adventures with trails for many ages near Lagnes/Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, a charming little farm at L'Arche de Méo as well as the larger and popular Zoo Barben just beyond Salon-de-Provence. A little closer to home, check the opening dates of Vélorail des Alpilles in Fontvieille where you can pedal open-air vehicles along an old railway line with wonderful scenery.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Amusement park
- Kid-friendly museum
- Zoo
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Aquarium
- Caves/Pre-historic site
- Ruins
- <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
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Extra cleaning
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
Extras included at this property:
- Mid-stay clean of 3 hours
Extras available at this property (at an extra cost):
- Extra cleaning
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 | €4000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before 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 | €4000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before 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. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. Changed once for stays of 2 weeks or more. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and mid-stay clean of 3 hours also included. 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. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally in cash (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| 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 heating charge? | The pool can be heated on request from approximately May to October at a cost of €300 per week, payable to the owner (please request in advance). Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 26th 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £4,933 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Jan 4th 2025 | £6,783 |
| Jan 4th 2025 - May 1st 2025 | £4,933 |
| May 1st 2025 - Jun 1st 2025 | £5,549 |
| Jun 1st 2025 - Jul 1st 2025 | £6,783 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - Sep 1st 2025 | £9,249 |
| Sep 1st 2025 - Oct 1st 2025 | £6,783 |
| Oct 1st 2025 - Nov 1st 2025 | £5,549 |
| Nov 1st 2025 - Dec 20th 2025 | £4,933 |
| Dec 20th 2025 - May 30th 2026 | £6,783 |
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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