Taureau - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6

There’s a sense of authentic charm at this lovely house in Provence with glorious views of the Vallée des Baux. Sleeping up to 6 guests and with a private heated swimming pool, it is a great base for exploring the beauty of Les Alpilles.

Here you are less than a 10-minute drive from Les Baux-de-Provence, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ with its hilltop setting, medieval centre and historic château. There’s artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence only 9km to the north whilst Arles, another great highlight of this region, is easily reached within half an hour.  

Admire an abundance of character in this pretty abode from the stone arched lounge with its cool tiled flooring to the wood-beamed dining room. Find two doubles on the ground floor, one with a modern en suite Italian shower, and a third bedroom upstairs beneath the traditional sloping ceiling.

Outside, sit back with a glass of Provençal rosé on the stone terrace or take a dip in the heated swimming pool overlooking the valley before playing pétanque in rustic surroundings. As evening nears, there’s an abundance of restaurants within a short drive whether dining out on the local village square in picturesque Maussane-les-Alpilles or enjoying the renowned cuisine of Le Bistrot du Paradou, around 5km away.

Overall, Taureau offers the opportunity to relax with family and friends whilst being in a fine setting for discovering this gorgeous part of Provence.

Features:

House Interiors (130m²)

Ground Floor (some steps)

-    Lounge with fireplace
-    Dining area
-    Small kitchen, well-equipped including fridge, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher
-    Laundry room
-    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and en suite Italian shower
-    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm)
-    Bathroom and WC
-    Separate WC

Upstairs (low sloping ceiling)

-    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) with mezzanine-style railings overlooking staircase below

Outside Grounds

-    Heated swimming pool (10x5m, depth: 1.10m) with safety alarm and three steps
-    Poolside terrace and sun loungers
-    Electric plancha
-    Pétanque court
-    Garden/grounds (different levels)
-    Parking

Facilities

-    Wi-Fi
-    Air-conditioning
-    Washing machine

Location:

In the heart of Les Alpilles Regional Natural Park, Taureau is close to the picturesque villages of Maussane-les-Alpilles and Les Baux-de-Provence. Fly into airports near Avignon, Nimes or Marseille, or arrive via train into Avignon TGV (29km) – fast train services from Paris Gare de Lyon take just 2 hours 45 minutes.

Taureau enjoys a rural location yet is not isolated as there is another house next door and you are only 2.5km by car from Maussane-les-Alpilles (the D5 that connects Maussane-les-Alpilles to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is only 500m away). This part of Provence is known for its olive oil production which you can try in Maussane-les-Alpilles, a charming village with a range of restaurants, delightful shops and a Thursday morning market. The little village of Paradou (5km) is another gem of this area, renowned for its little bistro so loved by Rick Stein.

There are some beautiful walks around Les Baux-de-Provence (5km), a hilltop village officially classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, home to a pretty medieval centre and a historic château. Head there early before the summer day-trippers arrive! The region also offers horse-riding, rock-climbing, cycling and wonderful hikes (some forest routes may close in the height of the summer).

The artistic town Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (9km) hosts a bustling market on a Wednesday morning and is loved for its art galleries and Van Gogh associations. Arles (21km) is another must-see for art and history enthusiasts – it is where Van Gogh painted ‘Café Terrace at Night’ and you can visit the town’s incredible Roman amphitheatre.

Arles is the gateway to the captivating landscapes of the Camargue which lead to the Mediterranean beaches around the seaside town of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (60km). Another glorious part of Provence to explore is the Luberon with its iconic perched villages, vineyards, orchards and magnificent natural scenery.

Terms & Conditions:

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.

Changeover day?
Saturday. All other changeover days on request.

Minimum stay?
7 nights. All other durations on request.

Energy costs included?
Yes.

Linen & towels included?
Yes.

Pool towels included?
Yes.

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.

Pets welcome?
Not allowed.

Smoking Allowed?
Not allowed.

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.

Tax?
French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required).

Other Ts and Cs?
Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed.

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 or their property manager.

Please note that the upstairs bedroom has low sloping ceilings.

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.
Smoking - not allowed