Large Provence Farmhouse with Pool within Walking Distance to St Remy – Laetetia

The charm of historic Provence is beautifully preserved at this 19th century farmhouse set on two acres of landscaped gardens. This is a place where a family or friends can bask in the peace and quiet of the countryside, take a dip in the pool, prepare a meal in the outdoor pizza oven and dine under the stars. Nearby, Saint-Remy-de-Provence and the villages of the Alpilles are ripe for exploration.

(1 hectare, 2 acres)

The fenced grounds hold spacious lawns with many trees, night lighting, an ornamental pond and a basin-style heated swimming pool (10 m x 4m) with an electric cover. The pool is surrounded by sun beds, and there is a pool house with a large dining table and a summer kitchen with a pizza oven and barbecue. There are various shaded terraces and alfresco dining areas, including a table for four under a pergola. There is also a small parking area and a garage for bikes.

(400 m2)

All ground-floor rooms have terraces overlooking the garden. The downstairs bedrooms have fans, and the upstairs bedrooms are air conditioned.

Ground Floor: There is a large living room with two sofas and two armchairs, a fireplace, library and a TV room with satellite TV, DVD player and English-language DVDs. The vaulted dining room has a table for 8, and there is another dining area with a table for 6 to 8. The professional kitchen has a stove, oven, American coffee maker and a table for 6. From the kitchen there is access to an annex (20 m2) with exposed beams and garden views that is used as an office. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor of the villa. The first bedroom has a standard double bed (140 cm, comfortable for one, cozy for two), a large Dyson air multiplier (blade-less fan), ensuite bathroom with bathtub, handheld shower, double sinks and a separate toilet. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed (160 cm), large Dyson air multiplier (blade-less fan) and a separate bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet, plus direct access to the garden. There is also a guest bathroom with a toilet as well as a laundry area with a washer and dryer.

First Floor: There are three air-conditioned bedrooms. The first bedroom has a large king-size bed (200 cm), dressing room, ensuite bathroom with a bathtub, handheld shower, shower, double sinks and a separate toilet. The second bedroom is a family suite or children’s room with two single beds (90 cm each) that can be converted to a king-size bed (180 cm), a small room with one single bed (90 cm) and a private bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet. The third bedroom has a queen-size bed (160 cm), ensuite bathroom with bathtub and sink, and a separate toilet.

Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.

* Cook Service: Upon request

* Extra Housekeeping: 15 Euros per hour

* Pre-Stocked Villa: Upon request

* Babysitter: Upon request

Please Note:

* A Welcome Basket is provided upon arrival.

* Guests are met by an English-speaking greeter upon arrival.

* Ground-floor bedrooms have blade-less fans, upstairs bedrooms are air conditioned.

* A standard double bed (140) is considered narrow for two people by American standards.

* Bed linen, bath towels and pool towels are provided.

* Housekeeping is provided for 15 hours per week (3 hours, 5 days per week). Additional Housekeeping can be arranged for an additional fee.

Additional amenities include: swimming pool – heated, housekeeping – included, pool towels, walk to town, housekeeping available – extra cost, welcome basket, ipod dock, air conditioning – partial house, fireplace – indoor, cook service available – extra cost, outside area – private, independent villa, balcony/terrace, free parking on premises, portable baby crib/play pen – upon request, outside dining, american coffee maker.