Villa Fr5412

Ideal for family gatherings, this property has eight bedrooms alongside a magnificent living and dining space.

Featuring many fascinating works of art, this 18th century Provencal farmhouse boasts a stunning mosaic floor in one of the two living rooms.
Quirky sculptures and interesting paintings can be found across the house and gardens, with many mid 20th century pieces to be discovered.
Those looking to discover the art of France will enjoy the close proximity to St Remy, famous for the painting of the Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh.

The main house is home to six ensuite bedrooms, each of which has been beautifully furnished to create individual style.
The nearby converted sheep barn has a further two bedrooms, ideal for those looking for a little more independence.

From the terraces you can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding grounds, with its fountains and scents, and views over the Alpilles Natural Park beyond.
Evenings will be enjoyed by the poolside with its 1970s oval bar.

1) Main House & Barn Annexe (16 guests)
2) Main House Only (12 guests) 

Main House Interior
(over several levels with steps on each level, 650m2 floor space)

Ground Floor
- Entrance with stone table and rotisserie for fireside grills at the open fire-place. Opens on to terrace
- Spacious lounge, featuring mosaic floor by a celebrated artist, with comfortable sofa and armchairs, fire-place, cigar and wine cabinet, Bose sound system. Opens on to terrace
- Professional kitchen with large fridge, Malteni stove, plancha and hotplates, Salamandre grill, professional oven, microwave, dishwasher, extractor hood, hotmix blender, blast-chiller/slicer).
- Pantry room with Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, 3 drinks fridges, juicer Winterhalter glass washing machine, ice cube machine
- Second living room with bar and drinks cabinet, tables and chairs, sofas, Bose speakers, games table, projector and large screen. Opens on to terrace
- Dining room (16m2) with large glass table for up to 12 guests and wine store
- Double bedroom (30 m2, king-size bed) with south-facing garden access, en-suite with bathroom (9m2) with Italian shower, bath and WCx000D

First Floor
- Landing with office area
- Double bedroom (28m2, queen-size bed) with walk-in wardrobe and own spacious terrace (35m2) overlooking pool and gardens. En-suite with bathroom (9m2) with Italian shower, bath and WC
- Double bedroom (20m2, king-size bed), beautiful views, en-suite with bathroom (13m2) with Italian shower, bath and WC
- Double bedroom (24m2, king-size bed), en-suite with bathroom (8m2) with Italian shower, bath and WC
- Double/twin (23m2, king-size twin bed) with small terrace that leads to garden. En-suite (6m2) with Italian shower and separate WCx000D

Top Floor
- Attic room (28m2, with king-size double/twin bed) with sloping ceilings and own lounge corner. En-suite (5m2) with Italian shower and WCx000D

Two additional beds can be provided for children (up to 12) plus two travel cots with mattresses and bed linen.

The Well-Being Space
Accessed from garden, with Baum Integral products, massage table, hot stones and bags and Bose speakers.

Annexe Interior
(detached converted barn, 70m2 floor space)

• Lounge with open-plan kitchen (well equipped including oven, hotplates, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine). Table and chairs, sofas, TV and Safe Music speakers
• Main double / twin bedroom (20m2, king-size double/twin bed), walk-in wardrobe and own terrace
• Interconnecting double/twin bedroom (11m2, king-size double/twin bed)
• Shower room (7m2) with shower and WC
• Laundry and ironing room (independent access) with two washing machines and dryers
• Pantry with cold room, freezer and wine store

Outside Grounds

• 5000m2 of private grounds on various levels including flower gardens, mature trees and direct access to national park
• Private heated swimming pool (15m x 7m, depth: 1m - 1.7m) on lower level of gardens, with electric cover to be used when not in use. Heated approximately May to end-September.
• Sun-loungers, garden lounge furniture and sun-shades
• Outdoor kitchen / pool house (30m2) with bar, ice-cube machine, Smeg fridge, BBQ, shower and WC
• Six terraced areas with outdoor loungers, table and chairs and sun-shades
• Fish pond with fountains (size:11m x 4m/depth 90cm-1.5m)
• Open-air well-being space
• Pétanque court
• Gated access to property and grounds
• Large private car park x000D

Facilities

• Heating
• Air-conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Three washing machines and two dryers
• Iron and ironing board
• TV
• Computer and printer
• Bose sound system with speakers (main house living areas)
• Safe Music speakers (annex living area and main house bedrooms)
• Projector and screen
• Hairdryers in each bathroom
• Old-fashioned shoe shine unit
• Games table
• Pétanque court
• Bikes
• Croquet
• Badminton
• Baby bath, nappy changing table, baby phone

Just outside the stylish town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (2.7km), Le Mas de l’Artiste is nestled in the heart of Provence with over 5000m2 of grounds with stunning views and direct access to Les Alpilles Natural Park.

St-Rémy is well known for being popular with artists, many live in the area and display or sell their works of art in the village’s art galleries. The most famous artist of all has to be Vincent Van Gogh who checked himself into the asylum St Paul de Mausole, which can be visited today, and created 150 paintings including ‘Starry Night’. In the summer months, on selected Sundays, the ‘Route des Artistes’ fills with local artists showing off their work creating a wonderful and bustling atmosphere.

The town is also famous for its many restaurants, from down to earth bistros found on pretty narrow streets to Michellin starred establishments. The surrounding countryside is rich with olive groves and vineyards with private tours and tastings easily arranged. Food lovers, don’t miss the market on a Wednesday morning!

There are various festivities taking place across the year including the town’s biggest festival around 15th August which includes bull running, Camargue horse displays, street performers and local musicians. Other highlights of the town include two museums and the archaeological remains dating back to 2nd century BC at the Glanum site just south of the town. 

The small but lively city of Avignon (22km) is worthy of a visit during your stay. Explore the winding medieval streets, experience further excellent dining opportunities and visit two UNESCO world heritage sites, the Pope’s Palace and Saint Benezet Bridge. The covered market offers all sorts of delights or head to the weekend farmers, flower and flea markets for wonderful local produce and a bargain or two. The bohemian quarter of the city, just next to the Sorgue river, has more of a village atmosphere with its artists, musicians, cafes and wine-bars.

You are of course in the heart of this formidable area of vineyards, idyllic hilltop villages, world-renowned towns, and summer landscapes of sunflowers. Baux-de-Provence (10km), one of France’s acclaimed ‘plus beaux villages’ and Van Gogh’s precious Arles (30km), are both within easy reach. Gordes (35km) is yet another one of the beautiful villages worth visiting with stunning architecture, set in the outstanding Luberon region, surrounded by lavender fields in the summer months.

Those looking for activity have so much on their doorstep. There is both horse-riding and golf within a short drive and both the immediate and wider area are a walkers and cyclists paradise with stunning countryside and landscapes. Older children will love kayaking in the Sorgue and there are plenty of other family friendly activities throughout the region from model railways, open castles to trekking across the tree tops and visiting a zoo.