Mas Olivia
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Overview
Just a short walk from charming St-Rémy, Mas Olivia is a traditional holiday home set in wonderful gardens with glorious views over the trees towards Les Alpilles mountain range.
When Mas Olivia was built in the late twentieth century it was given the highest five-star accolade for St-Rémy. Still today it remains an inviting and comfortable home for guests wishing to stay in this stunning part of Provence. As you step inside you will appreciate the old-style Provençal ambience with pretty tiled stairs, warm colours and traditional furnishings, many which have been made locally. The cosy living-dining area has a wonderfully grand fire-place made from local stone, perfect for cooler evenings inside with good wine and company, whilst doors open up to the glorious gardens for dining al-fresco in summer months.
Outside you are greeted with idyllic and calming views from the lovely swimming pool, surrounded by olive trees and lazy sun-loungers scattered across the lawns. As well views of the glorious mountains over the treetops, you can even catch a glimpse of the Mausolee des Antiques, very near the impressive Roman site of Glanum.
Wander into charming St-Rémy with its lovely restaurants, pretty cafes and bars and great Wednesday morning food market. The town is also loved by artists, many of whom own little galleries dotted around the narrow lanes of the old town. On some Sundays in summer local artists show off their work along the ‘Route des Artistes’ creating a magical atmosphere.
This is an incredible region of rolling hills, olive groves, pretty villages and fine food from Michelin starred establishments to down to earth bistros. Visit delightful places such as Les Baux-de-Provence and Eygalières, both within twenty minutes by car, or travel further afield to Avignon, Arles, the enchanting Luberon region or even the Camargue, all ideal for perfect days out.
Whether exploring charming markets, cycling past vineyards or hiking with magnificent views of Les Alpilles mountains, this area has a wealth of memorable activities for all ages in this mesmerising part of Provence.
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
- The house benefits from air-conditioning in the bedrooms only
- The fourth bedroom/office has its own terrace and is accessed via external stairs
- There are also two convertible sofa-beds in the games room downstairs, allowing the villa to sleep up to nine or ten guests
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor
- Living-dining room with sofas, open fire-place and dining table
- Kitchen, well-equipped with oven, microwave, hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher,
- Games room with two convertible sofa-beds
- WC and washroom
- Laundry/equipment room
First Floor
- 3 x bedrooms with double beds (160cm)
- 3 x bathrooms
- Bedroom/office with a convertible bed (140cm), dressing area and private shower room. Doors lead to covered terrace and external stairs down to the garden
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (11x5m) with electric safety cover and safety alarm
- Pool house
- Covered terrace with BBQ and al-fresco dining area
- Enclosed gardens (4300m2)
- Private parking for 3-4 cars (including garage for one car)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Heating
- TV (in living area and 3 bedrooms)
- Hi-Fi
- DVD and Bluray player
- Telephones in bedrooms
- Alarm
- Ping pong table
- 4 bikes
- Washing machine and dryer
Location
About the surrounding area of Mas OliviaMas Olivia is in a pretty setting in a semi-residential area just on the edge of St-Rémy-de-Provence in the heart of Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park in Provence.
It’s just under a kilometre to reach the heart of St-Rémy where you have a great variety of restaurants, pretty shops, art galleries and a great food market on a Wednesday morning. Explore the picturesque lanes, admiring artists at work and sit and have a coffee in a French café under the plane trees. The town is particularly well known for its connections to Vincent Van Gogh who checked himself into the St Paul de Mausole and created 150 paintings during his time there, including ‘Starry Night’. There is a Van Gogh trail around St-Rémy that leads to the monastery, which can be visited.
The surrounding countryside is part of the stunning Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park where you can discover rolling hills, mountains and fields of olive groves and vineyards. Tastings can be arranged, whether you are wishing to try some of France’s best olive oil at the original working mills in Maussane-les-Alpilles (10km) or sample fine local wines from wineries across this area.
There are some of France’s most beautiful villages and towns nearby such as the incredible Les Baux-de-Provence (10km) and Eygalières (14km) or a little further to Gordes (40km), Roussillon (49km) and Ménerbes (35km) set amongst the stunning landscapes of the Luberon region. Antique lovers should spend the day in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (33km), especially on a Sunday morning with its world-famous brocante (flea/antique market). It’s also a great spot for canoeing along the Sorgue river as far as Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.
Arles (25km) and Avignon (21km) are two great cities full of history, culture and fine food or drive south towards the mesmerising Camargue with its wild white horses, pink flamingos and ever changing scenery.
Activity lovers will appreciate horse-riding and golf within a short drive as well as walking and cycling routes on your doorstep. Rock-climbing is also a popular pursuit in both Les Alpilles and the Luberon.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Avignon
(20km) |
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| Nearest Airport 2 |
Nîmes
(44km) |
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| Nearest Airport 3 |
Marseille
(75km/1hr) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
St-Rémy
(1.6km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
St-Rémy
(1.1km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
St-Rémy
(1.3km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Domaine de Manville
(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 AgesArt-loving families will enjoy exploring the narrow lanes of St-Rémy, visiting some of the art galleries and boutiques. There’s also a Van-Gogh art trail to follow which leads you to the famous monastery, St Paul de Mausole, where the artist painted ‘Starry Night’. The villa is also well located for visiting the fascinating archaeological site of Glanum, just south of St-Rémy, a few minutes by car.
Other activities across Les Alpilles Natural Regional Park include walking, cycling, rock-climbing, horse-riding and pony rides. Drive a little further east for a day canoeing on the Sorgue river between Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue or hire canoes by the magnificent Pont du Gard near Nimes, also a great spot for a picnic.
If you’re wanting to spend some time exploring Avignon, little ones may like the road-train that takes you around the city, passing the most famous sights. There are also boat trips across the Rhone.
For a special day out, animal lovers can spend time at Zoo Barben, just under an hour away, where you will find many species of animals over several acres of land.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Heated Pool
- Bicycles Provided
- Indoor Games
- Table Tennis
- DVD
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- Meal delivery service
Oliver's Extras
- Cooking Classes Available
- Wine-Tasting Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- On-Site Concierge
- 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
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- On-Site Concierge
- 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 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 | €2000 charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. Late arrivals after 8.00 p.m. or on Sundays may be charged a late arrival fee of €80. |
| 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 before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. Late arrivals after 8.00 p.m. or on Sundays may be charged a late arrival fee of €80. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, between May and September. In other months, an allowance of 400kw is provided and use above this will be charged locally. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. See notes in energy use for winter usage. |
| 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. |
| Pool heating charge? | Pool heating available on request subject to an additional cost based on energy consumption, payable directly to the owner. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. |
| 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 your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner and 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. |
| 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? | The pool is open approximately June to end of September. 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. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €5-€10 per adult per night- please enquire if exact amount is required). |
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Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 10 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 26th 2024 - Apr 19th 2025 | £3,352 |
| Apr 19th 2025 - May 17th 2025 | £3,605 |
| May 17th 2025 - Jun 21st 2025 | £4,427 |
| Jun 21st 2025 - Aug 23rd 2025 | £5,059 |
| Aug 23rd 2025 - Sep 20th 2025 | £4,427 |
| Sep 20th 2025 - Oct 18th 2025 | £3,731 |
| Oct 18th 2025 - May 30th 2026 | £3,478 |
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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