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The ground floor has large open spaces with all rooms facing South onto the vast terrace. This positioning allows beautiful light to seep into the house throughout the day. The living room is bright, large and elegant with large French windows giving an incredible feeling of openness.
The first floor is fitted with 6 elegant bedrooms with brand new bedding and 5 modern bathrooms. All the bedrooms are facing South with views onto the garden, pool and the famous Alpilles landscape.
The house has been equipped with a top of the line air-conditioning system servicing the entire home. The kitchen area is a dream - The combination of wood, restored flooring, stone and modern furniture offers a chic simplicity and a real living convenience for a perfect holiday in Provence.
Exceptionally quiet and private, while still only 2 kilometers from Saint Rémy de Provence center, the farmhouse boasts stunning views of the Alpilles. The house lies in a beautiful pine forest clearing with open spaces around the 16 m long swimming pool, large olive grove with 150 olive trees, lavender field, charming pine forest, and direct access to hiking paths.
With the terrain de boules, ping pong table outside and the foosball table, billiard, and a TV room inside as well, both children and adults will find all they need for a fun and relaxing stay together in this exceptional place.
6 bedroom/ 5 bathrooms sleeps 13
Second Story (1er étage) Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout
Dimensions/ Depth: 16m x 6m
Security (Fence, Alarm): Electric security cover
Salt water System: Yes
Heated?: No
Note: Large pool (depth 1.40m) with open views on the Alpilles. A lot of open space around the pool to enjoy the fantastic Provencal countryside.
Video surveillance has been set in the pool area.
End of stay cleaning as well as 3 maid hours twice per week are included in the rental fees. Linens changed weekly unless agreed otherwise. Maids not responsible for washing guest dishes/ pots/ pans or personal laundry.
Average rating:
5 out of 5
Rental: Summer 2019
Q. Would you recommend Only Provence to friends or family? If not, why?
R. Yes
Q. What star rating (1-5) would you give this villa? (5 being best)
R. 5
Q. Did your villa meet your expectations? If not, why?
R. Yes
Q. Were you able to find the property easily?
R. Yes
Q. How were you treated by the property’s staff and manager? (5 being best)
R. 5
Q. How would you rate the cleanliness of the villa? (5 being best)
R. 5
Q. What else could we provide to improve your stay?
R. We had a wonderful week we had at Mas de la Clairiere! The house and the grounds are beautiful and quiet in the middle of the olive grove and the adjoining forest. The large swimming pool was a treat in the hot weather. Our extended family of 16 including 7 children enjoyed their stay, children had their own space and their parents a relaxing time.
Q. Is there anything that needs to be replaced or updated?
R. Everything was working fine. No need to replace or update anything.
Q. Did you book any chef or tour services? If so, what was your experience?
R. Yes
Q. Chef Tour Experience Details
R. Chef Marie and her helper were very nice and adapted easily to some of our late arrivals. The dinner was excellent and everyone loved the service. I'd do it again without hesitation.
Q. Would you consider staying here again?
R. Yes
Q. What did you like about your experience?
R. The house and its surroundings are beautiful. Ideal for a large group as the layout allows for different activities for everyone. The owners Gilles and Valerie were very helpful, ordering two additional folding beds for two of our kids. The instructions were very clear and our stay was a memorable experience.
Q. What is one thing we could do to improve your experience with Only Provence in the future?
R. We were blessed with a dream vacation. I don't see what could possibly be improved.
Q. Testimonial for Only Provence
R. We had a dream vacation week in the heart of the Provence Alpilles. A gorgeous house with all comfort for 16 people in the middle of olive groves. We could walk to the nature trails and bike to the market in Saint Remi. Le Mas de la Clairiere is a unique place which we'll remember for ever.
Rental: Summer 2019
Q. Would you recommend Only Provence to friends or family? If not, why?
R. Yes
Q. What star rating (1-5) would you give this villa? (5 being best)
R. 4
Q. Did your villa meet your expectations? If not, why?
R. Yes
Q. Were you able to find the property easily?
R. Yes
Q. How were you treated by the property’s staff and manager? (5 being best)
R. 5
Q. How would you rate the cleanliness of the villa? (5 being best)
R. 5
Q. Is there anything that needs to be replaced or updated?
R. No.
Q. Did you book any chef or tour services? If so, what was your experience?
R. Yes
Q. Chef Tour Experience Details
R. We had Rose for two nights. She was a delight and very accommodating. Loved her. We also had Boris for one night. His meal was a show stopper. We are still talking about his tomato appetizer dish!
Q. Would you consider staying here again?
R. Yes
Q. What did you like about your experience?
R. The Villa is much more attractive in person. It was private and serene. Kids loved all the activities between the swimming pool, foosball table and billiard table. Great location to town.
Q. What is one thing we could do to improve your experience with Only Provence in the future?
R. I found Only Provence to be responsive and accommodating. Going forward I would probably utilize your services more.
Q. Testimonial for Only Provence
R. From my first phone call with Ingrid Smith inquiring about villas to arranging chef services with Louise, I found Only Provence to be professional, responsive and client oriented. No question was too small and no issue too big. Yes, I would highly recommend them.
Closest Village | Saint Rémy de Provence | 2 KM | 1.24 mi | Map | Village Info |
Nearby Village | Les Baux de Provence | 8 KM | 4.96 mi | Map | Village Info |
Nearby Village | Eygalières | 8 KM | 4.96 mi | Map | Village Info |
Nearby Village | Avignon | 20 KM | 12.4 mi | Map | Village Info |
Situated in the heart of the Alpilles, Saint Rémy is one of the "must-sees" in Provence. Surrounded by lush green perfumed valleys, its ancient streets are lined with beautifully restored old houses... you will soon be seduced by Saint Rémy's charm!
Getting here:
The easiest way to get to Inland Provence from the US is to fly to Marseilles International Airport (MRS). If you would like to see Paris, fly to Charles de Gaulle Airport then connect directly to the TGV(high speed train) from CDG TGV2 to Avignon TGV(3 hours direct) and rent a car. You would plan to see Paris on the way back, taking the TGV from Avignon TGV to Gare de Lyon, getting a cab to your hotel in the city.
Local Attractions
Saint Rémy de Provence Roman Ruins, Van Gogh's Asylum, Markets and shops
Les Baux de Provence
Local Markets
Morning Outdoor Markets
Sunday: L'Isle sur la Sorgue
Monday: Fontveille
Tuesday: Paradou
Wednesday: St-Remy, Mouriès
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Fontvieille
Local Restaurants
Arles
Eygalières
Les Baux de Provence
L'Isle sur la Sorgue
Maussane Les Alpilles
Mouriès
Saint Rémy de Provence
Within Walking distance
Saint Rémy is about 20 minutes' walk.
Lots of tracks with direct access to the Alpilles starting from the property.
Groceries
All kind of grocery shops in St Rémy
Arrival: Saturday (arrival date subject to availability)
Minimum Stay: 1 week - please inquire about exceptions outside the summer months.
Services Included: Final cleaning and any additional maid service listed on the web page
Making your reservation: These properties are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, before you reserve, you are required to review and sign a rental agreement for the villa (the “Rental Agreement”). We will send you the Rental Agreement by email. The Rental Agreement explains in detail all of terms and conditions regarding rental and use of the property in detail. We shall have no obligation to accept any reservations, unless the Rental Agreement is fully executed.
Payment: After you have signed the Rental Agreement and filled out the appropriate information, as approved by us, a nonrefundable payment of the one-half (50%) of the Rental Fee (which price is defined in your Rental Agreement) must be received by us within seven (7) days to confirm the reservation. The remaining one-half (50%) of the Rental Fee is due 60 days before the arrival date, and is also non-refundable. If reservations are made less than 60 days prior to the arrival date, then 100% of the Rental Fee must be paid upon the signing of the Rental Agreement. Please know that a failure to pay any portion of the Rental Fee as set forth above and in Rental Agreement can result in loss of the reservation of the villa and a termination of the Rental Agreement. We will confirm receipt of each payment and note any outstanding balance and due date(s).
Cancellation: We have a no refund cancellation policy, but usually succeed in rescheduling cancelled reservations to the Spring or Fall or re-booking the cancelled period to another group and refunding the party that cancelled. Failure to pay the final balance (which is due 60 days before arrival) or provide required information for the security deposit may be deemed a cancellation with no refund due. Clients are advised to consider Trip Cancellation Insurance with the carrier of their choice at the time of confirmation.
For more information about how you can reserve this villa for your vacation, please contact us:
info@OnlyProvence.com
+1 (404) 806-2278