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Overview of Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 15400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Fontvieille, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur
  • Popular LocationChateau d'Estoublon6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarrieres de Lumieres14 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau des Baux15 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1 Mas Julie

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 Mas Julie

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom Studio House

1 Queen Bed

MAIN

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bedroom 1 Mas Julie

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 2 Mas Julie

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses

Ultimate holiday and remote work home, totally quiet as no close neighbours, but close to Fontvieille, a charming small town with all year round authentic French infrastructure. Main House 'Mas Julian' sleeps 8, smaller house 'Mas Julie' sleeps 5 (3 adults 2 children), Studio 1-2 people. Much loved by our guests in 2023 with 15 weeks rented.

Wonderful property for family holidays, remote work in beautiful surroundings, family get togethers to celebrate a special occasion, also possible to spend long weekends in smaller house (catering five people). Works very well to use as home office and teleworking, internet strong enough to allow four PCs at same time and watch TV in separate room.

Perfect for 'shoulder season', eg October and April as well, due to higher average temperatures, mostly in th range of 20-25 degrees, Christmas Holidays and New Year ideal, where we often spent luncheons out on the terrace in sunshine and blue sky.
Easter also wonderful there.

In the Natural Park des Alpilles, tucked behind its own beautiful parc, this traditional "Mas" was refurbished into a provencal "Bastide" in the 1960s by a French family exhibiting impeccable taste in interior and horticultural design. American owners in the 2000s completed further upgrades including air conditioning and an elevator. Today it represents a property that is rare to find; a traditional main house offering 21st century amenities extending c. 3,300 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms, as well as several living rooms. A white stone terrace of some 300ft in length surround the main house, leading to a lush garden with olive, plane and cypress trees. A particular feature is the illumination of the parc, setting the scene for evenings of dinner and entertainment in a serene environment. A smaller free standing guest house of c. 800 sq ft faces the same terrace and contains two bedrooms and bathrooms as well as an independent kitchen and its own west facing eating area, overlooking the Rhone valley towards the town of Arles. A few steps down there is another smaller studio house in the middle of a separate rose garden offering a studio bed arrangement with its own kitchen and shower, a terrace with cactus and a bench, perfect for a romantic breakfast or reading Proust..all, Ideal for lovers of culture, with Arles -being a European of culture only 15' away -and lovers of nature, with the property, uniquely located in the South at the foot of the Alpilles, a national park, hence well protected from the Mistral winds. Close to the Camargue, great beaches and beach clubs (M Plages at Marines les Plages).

Property manager

Wolfgang & Dominique Kerck

Languages

English, French, German
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Upon request

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: upon request
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Tarascon

Located in Tarascon, this villa is in a rural area. Carrieres de Lumieres and Chateau de Montauban are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Chapel Saint Gabriel of Tarascon and Moulin de Daudet. Travelling with kids? Consider Jardin d'Alcinoos, or check out an event or a game at Arles Amphitheatre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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Fontvieille, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur

What's nearby

  • Chateau d'Estoublon - 6 min drive
  • Chateau de Montauban - 9 min drive
  • Domaine de Manville - 14 min drive
  • Carrieres de Lumieres - 14 min drive
  • Chateau des Baux - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Tarascon-sur-Rhône Station - 12 min drive
  • Avignon (AVN-Caumont) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Château d'Estoublon - 12 min drive
  • Benvengudo Hôtel les Baux-de-Provence - 12 min drive
  • La Table d'Estoublon - 12 min drive
  • La Cabro d'Or - 13 min drive
  • Le Patio - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Mas/Bastide Provence, FLEXIBLE RENTAL depends which of three houses located?

This family-friendly Tarascon villa is located in a rural location, within a 5-minute walk of Alpilles and Alpilles Regional Natural Park. Chapel Saint Gabriel of Tarascon and Chateau d'Estoublon are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeanne F., Sco

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Old country french splendor on beautiful property
The house is very comfortable for a group. The drive up is impressive and the grounds were suffering from a drought, but lovely. We used 5 of the rooms. The owner left a very nice welcome list with restaurant recommendations in the surrounding area. We cooked some meals, shopped for food nearby in Tarascon. We had lovely evenings on the patio. Each bedroom had functioning AC units.The pool was lovely, although cold this time of year. If I have one complaint it is that the house was completely shut up, exterior shutters included, when we arrived and it had not been cleaned properly. I believe it is because their regular cleaner was out. The beds and sheets were clean and ready for us, but the floors had not been cleaned. Each guest gets one bath towel and one hand towel, no washcloth. There are beach towels for the pool. 3 of the 5 bedrooms we used had no showers, only baths. There is a washer and dryer available as need be, but we were not told that the dryer needs to be emptied of accumulated water, because it does not vent outside. We figured it out when the dryer stopped drying. One of two ovens was operational. The microwave did not work. When we arrived, the screen for the stove hood had fallen down and it was missing one screw so that we could not fix it. These are small complaints in the larger picture, but worth noting. The house has a relaxed elegance that is lovely. If it had been opened up and cleaned and ready for us I would have no complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House in perfect location
We had an extended family vacation for 10 people. Plenty of room, beautiful house and surrounding property and a great location to everything you want to see in Provence.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herbert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A family gathering in Provence
There were eight of house, six adults and three teens. We had a great time together. Highlights included eating our meals on the terrace, swimming in the pool and lounging in the outdoor sitting area. Some of us played ping pong. We made many day trips to other towns in the area. A wonderful week together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful historic house in central Provence
The location is in the heart of Provence, the property is well-maintained and the room breakdown was perfect for our family gathering. We had 4 generations of family meet here in mid-June and we loved every moment of it. The beds were comfortable, the air-conditioning worked beautifully and the setting was stunningly picturesque. The kitchen was well equipped, the bikes worked great and everybody loved the pool - especially the toddlers. From Fontvielle it's a 1 hour drive to Avignon, L'isle sur la sorgue, the salt flats of Carmague and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Saint Remy and Baux-de-Provence are even closer and very charming. Wolfgang was responsive from beginning to end. We loved our stay and will treasure the memory.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A trip of a lifetime!
Our family & friends trip was a belated big celebration for my husband. Wolfgang & Dominique's beautiful property did not disappoint for a long 15 day stay. The large main Mas was done in charming French country decor. The kitchen was well stocked with all utensils, dishes, a BBQ grill and all appliances to make meals at home. We shopped for food at the local grocery stores but best of all-at fun local farmers markets. We were happy to have 2 dishwashers & washer/dryer. A big dining room held all of us even when our guest amount was over 10. We ate out on the patio when the weather was good. We rented all 3 structures & could accommodated more guests, but this enabled friends to have some privacy. The house was very far back on a gravel road so a car was an absolute must. There was a trail behind the house we enjoyed exploring. We drove to so many great local sites- Arles, Le Beaux, Tarascon, Aix in Provence, St. Remy, Fontvieille for sightseeing, shopping and delicious dining. A pool, a creek, an even old well gave the grounds a country feeling-so different from anything we have experienced from a city vacation. We live in Los Angeles, so a 1700's French farmhouse was a very unique experience. If we had questions or glitches, Wolfgang was quick to respond. Bridgette, the housekeeper took care of it. We highly recommend Mas Julian for a big group of friends & family. It was truly a trip of a lifetime! Merci beaucoup!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wolfgang & Dominique Kerck

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Continental European couple with East Coast educated boys, living in London and Philadelphia: after 25 years of dreaming of "Provence" to escape the London weather, fell in love with this magical property, close to Arles, an historic City reinvigorated by Luma Art foundation of Maya Hoffman. We know what our American and Parisian friends like, this house has it all.

Why they chose this property

Cause we love France in the summer but have found St Tropez too busy in the summer. We wanted to protect the younger generation from the vices of nightlife and associated risks, but offer them wonderful restaurants, tennis opportunities, cultural visits, such as the incredible Son et Lumiere in the chalk caverns of les Baux and chilling out at the pool. Cause we love gardens, lush vegetation and olive trees, good wine, of which there is so much around, reading, listening to music and having lots of friends out on the 30m long south facing terrace, covered by wysteria. And because off season you can eat out on the terrace almost every day. Remote work, now acceptable and a perfect place for as internet is strong.

What makes this property unique

Close to the epicentre of Provence, St Remy, but south of the Alpilles, hence warmer and sunnier, protected from the occasional Mistral winds coming from the north, you live in a secluded heaven of a mature garden, offering views towards Arles from behind the house. Countless opportunities for visits of the region, with the sea just 45 minutes away. Camargue and Arles was the attraction of painters, writers and filmstars in the past, today the worlds best photographers join in the summer to attend Arles Photo. Peaceful, calm, no close neighbours in sight, just a few other beautiful houses spread around, no tourists, caravans, just prime landscape 'dans les pieds des Alpilles' a glorious natural park. Camargue offers unrivalled bird watching, St Remy unrivalled bustling Provencal town, just 15 minutes away. Here, and in Fontvieille, you find your NY Times same day, and many shops offering top chocolate, olive oil, stylish interior and much more. Mausanne just 10 minutes away, like Paris 16eme, in the South. Best bread and cheese, run by the former maitre at Deux Magots in Paris, and close to Bistrot de Paradou. "The insider's" Brasserie, cherished by locals and the cosmopolitan set, 3 hours there on a Saturday lunch time, makes all your weekend unforgettable. If we ever leave this place, this we shall miss most!!

Languages:

English, French, German
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