Bastide de La Douceur

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  • Location Saint Rémy de Provence Villa - near St Remy de Provence, France
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Baths 4
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Nestled in the foothills of the Alpilles, surrounded by vineyards and olive orchards; set on 1 acre of beautifully landscaped and private grounds, and enclosed by cypress trees, the 100 year old home invites you do nothing but take in Provence...around the pool, around a table, or wandering through any number of nearby villages. Sample local olive oils, bike along the flat paths and country roads, or hike in the rugged Alpilles or Luberon. This property is tastefully restored and reflects the cozy family atmosphere of the owners who frequently visit with friends and family. Comfortable for up to 8 adults + 2 children with its 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this home makes for a perfect spot for a family gathering, or two small families with children.

Only 5 kms away is the famous village of Saint- Remy, lined with cafes and restaurants, markets and quaint boutiques. Van Gogh created many of his masterpieces in and around this village.

The main living areas boast cozy couches, library shelves lined with books and games, alongside an adjoining office with a vaulted ceiling. Equipped with telephone, fax and wi-fi internet.

The beauty of Bastide de la Douceur goes beyond it's elegant and comfortable interior. Candlelight dinners under the trellis outdoors, conveniently located near the summer kitchen with Barbecue grill, will tempt you to spend most of your evenings under the stars.



Amenities

Bedrooms

5 bedroom/ 4 bathrooms sleeps 10

Ground Floor (RDC) Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout

  • Bedroom 1 - Air Conditioned Double bed with French Doors to the terrace. Nearby Bathroom has a large shower, sink and WC.

Second Story (1er étage) Bedrooms/ Bathroom Layout

  • Bedroom 2 - Air Conditioned King Master Bedroom with a large en-suite Bathroom (Bath Tub, Shower, 2 sinks and WC).
  • Bedroom 3 - Air Conditioned Double bed plus a cot with nearby Bathroom (Shower, Sink and WC).
  • Bedroom 4 - King bedroom (or 2 single beds) with separate bathroom (Shower, sink and WC). This bedroom not air conditioned but has 2 powerful fans.
  • Bedroom 5 - Air Conditioned with 2 single beds sharing bathroom with Bedroom 4.

Inside

  • 4 of 5 bedrooms Air Conditioned
  • Sitting room & Library Air Conditioned
  • Broadband WiFi Internet
  • Satellite TV with English News Channels
  • Cd player/ stereo
  • iPod Dock (speaker base)
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen including Dishwasher
  • Professional Range/ oven
  • 2 full-size European refrigerators with freezers
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Iron and Ironing Board
  • 3 Hair dryers
  • Indoor Dining for 10 people
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Extra/ Roll away bed
  • English-speaking House Manager/ Caretaker
  • Baby Crib/ Cot
  • High Chair
  • All linens provided
  • Pool towels

Outside

  • Sun Loungers
  • Pool House
  • Outdoor Terrace/ Balcony/ deck
  • Outdoor Dining for 14 People
  • Gas Grill
  • Shaded or Grassy areas
  • 3 adult bicycles and 4 childrens bicycles (age 6-11) & 1 tricycle
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Private Parking
  • 10 reclining pool chairs
  • 3 garden deck chairs
  • 2 hammocks
  • Property is completely enclosed and private, with access via a remote-controlled gate

Pool Information

Dimensions/ Depth: 11m x 5m

Security (Fence, Alarm): Has pool safety alarm with optional gate

Salt water System: Yes

Heated?: No

Note: Pool is closed until May. Swimming pool is child-protected with a 4-corner radar alarm system with remote controls, which can be activated/disactivated as desired; additionally, a portable discreet green fence can be installed so as to prevent child access to the pool area.

Maid Service

Rates include 3 hours of mid-week cleaning, plus end of stay cleaning. Linens changed weekly unless agreed otherwise. Maids not responsible for washing guest dishes/ pots/ pans or personal laundry.


 

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Reviews

Average rating:
5 out of 5 based on 4 ratings. 4 user reviews.

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. Nothing. The villa is perfect.

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. Yvan cooked us the most beautiful meal and was a delightful gentleman.

Q. Would you consider staying here again?
R. Yes

Q. What did you like about your experience?
R. I enjoyed everything about the villa. The tranquility, the grounds and the proximity to St. Remy and surrounding areas.

Q. What is one thing we could do to improve your experience with Only Provence in the future?
R. Nothing.

Q. Testimonial for Only Provence
R. I would highly recommend Bastide de la Douceur. The villa is well serviced and the terrace and grounds are absolutely stunning. We spent many evenings enjoying a meal and a Rose on the beautiful terrace under the vines.

Beautiful and warm house, equipped well with linens, toiletries, and kitchen goods so that it felt like a home rather than a rental property. Our group of five-friends from three-states came to St. Remy and Bastide de la Douceur to rest, relax and enjoy one-another's company. We could not have asked for a better experience. This lovely home with beautiful grounds provided the perfect backdrop. Our sun-filled days spent by the pool or reading a book under the shaded arbor, followed by long candlelit dinners under the stars allowed us to create memories that we will cherish always. From the onset, Only Provence was responsive and made the experience seamless. We cannot wait to return.

Areas for improvement:
None, both the home and the Only Provence staff were wonderful.

We have already booked La Bastide de la Douceur for 2018 and would recommend highly.

What star rating would you give La Bastide de la Douceur?
Five

What star rating would you give Only Provence?
Five


Great house, perfect for our family of 10. Provence is, of course wonderful.

Areas for improvement:
A couple of things missed by housekeeping prior to our arrival. Otherwise nothing.

Would you recommend La Bastide de la Douceur, Only Provence, Chefs or Tours?
Yes

What star rating would you give La Bastide de la Douceur?
La Bastide: 5 stars
What star rating would you give Only Provence? 4 stars
What star rating would you give Chefs/ Tours you experienced?
Chef: 4 stars

Good and prompt service

5 stars - Loved it! This was the perfect home for our family, including our 7 month old grandchild. The house was nicely furnished, the kitchen fully stocked, plenty of pool toys, bikes, outdoor games, etc. and the beds were extremely comfortable. The location was wonderful - about a 7 minute drive to the heart of St. Remy but far enough away to feel total privacy. We would go out during the day and then return to the house to relax around a great pool and grounds. Our next trip to Provence will definitely be centered around staying at La Bastide de la Douceur.

Perfect for our family. Kitchen fully stocked, comfortable everywhere. Very hard to find at first - no house number on the street. Stairs could be a bit dangerous for small children or elderly. Would definitely return.

Only Provence
5 stars - Very positive experience.

 
 

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The Village

Nearest Villages

Closest Village Saint Rémy de Provence 5 KM 3.1 mi Map Village Info
Nearby Village Les Baux de Provence 7 KM 4.34 mi Map Village Info
Nearby Village Eygalières 15 KM 9.3 mi Map Village Info
Nearby Village Avignon 20 KM 12.4 mi Map Village Info

 

Locale

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 could plan to see Paris on the way back, taking the TGV from Avignon to Gare de Lyon, and getting a cab to your hotel in the city.

Things to do

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: Fontveille

Local Restaurants
Avignon
Eygalières
Les Baux de Provence
Saint Rémy de Provence

Within Walking distance
This is a country house just a few minutes' drive from Saint-Rèmy

Groceries
Grocery stores large and small are available within 10 minutes' drive.


 

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Terms and Conditions Overview

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


 

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