In the heart of the village, this authentic stone village house of 150m2, completely restored in 2021, is positioned next to the squares of the old village largely shaded by hundred-year-old plane trees where the cicadas sing.
Charming house decorated with subtlety, delicacy and sensitivity by its owners so that you can have a dream stay.
On arriving, facing the house, a small welcoming garden opens through a gate and reveals the building, the entrance is adorned with boxwood.
Once inside the entrance hall in the centre of the house that provides access to the main garden to the south.
On the ground floor, a small library / TV lounge, then a second living room communicating with a dining room and a modern fully equipped kitchen with table. Upstairs three bedrooms each with their own bathroom and shower room.
Outside, on the south side, a beautiful terrace including a dining area, a summer lounge, all protected from the sun and heat by shaded trellises. Heated swimming pool with a surface area of 7m by 2.5m with steps, interior lining adorned with natural stones, and surrounded by a teak deck.
The beautifully landscaped garden of 400m2 enclosed by walls is surrounded by tall cypresses surrounding the garden protect your privacy and numerous plants with various species, two two-hundred-year-old olive trees,... In the evening, the light garden gives a gentle atmosphere. In the main garden of 400m2, some cabins have been preserved and restored. There is a private parking area
This house is located in the centre of the village, close to all shops, the main square, a few steps from its restaurants and cafes. Fontvieille is located in the heart of Provence and the Alpilles, a stone's throw from Arles, the Château des Baux, Saint Rémy de Provence, it is the village where Alphonse Daudet wrote the famous "letters of my mill" and It is in this stone decoration, on a hill surrounded by olive trees, pines, holm oaks, that Daudet found inspiration for his stories.
Around the village, various hiking trails have been prepared to allow you to appreciate the site and the nature that surrounds it, some will allow you to walk in the footsteps of Mr. Seguin's goat ... If you love nature, history, heritage, authenticity and traditions and its markets, and of course our Provence, this beautiful house, will welcome you in the heart of the village of Fontvieille.
Accommodation:
On the ground floor:
Entrance Hall opening onto the south garden
Cosy library with television
Main living room with adjoining dining room
Kitchen fully equipped with oven, hob, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher etc & a dinning table
Upstairs:
A landing leads to three bedrooms and guest WC
Bedroom 1: A suite with King size bed a 180cm x 2 meter bed, television and bathroom with walk-in shower and bath, double sinks and private WC
Bedroom 2: A double bedroom King size bed a 180cm x 2 meter bed, bathroom, walk-in shower
Bedroom 3: Small double 140cm x 2 meter bed, equipped with a bathroom.
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 4 plus 1 on request; 3 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms & 3 WC
Air-conditioning
TV Satellite
Heated Pool 7m x 2.5m (Salt Water) surrounded by lawn secured with an electric cover
Internet access - Wi-Fi
Laundry room with washing machine and dryer
Pool towels
Walking distance to village 2 minutes to Restaurants/ cafes/ shops
Outside Features:
Garden of 400m2 enclosed by walls
Shaded 40m2 terrace opening onto the garden with its dining area and outdoor summer lounge.
Heated swimming pool salt water with a surface area of 7m by 2.5m with steps, interior lining adorned with natural stones, and surrounded by a teak deck.
In the garden, a few restored cabins;
Washing machine and tumble dryer 9 kg
Kitchen with sink & barbecue plancha with small wine cooler fridge
Private WC
Technical pool room
Orange-grove-style summer lounge of 25m2
Bike room
Closed private car park with electric gate
Services Included in the Rental:
Maid service 2 hours twice per week
Bed linen, Bathroom towels & Pool towels
Bed linen is changed on Saturdays for longer stays
End of stay cleaning
Pool Heating & maintenance
Extras Not Included in the Rental: on request when booking & subject to availability
Refundable Security Deposit 2 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Local Tourist Tax “Tax de Sejour“ starting from 4.00 € per person per night to be paid locally in cash or pre arranged when booking
Additional maid service approx starting from 25 € per hour
Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival, extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the Security Deposit
Cooking/ Chef
Concierge Service & assistance
Airport transfer etc
Cancellation insurance
Pre stocking of the house
All late arrivals after 9.00 pm or Sunday arrivals extra charge will applicable 120 €
Please note:
Pets are not allowed
No young children under 8 please enquire
Personal means of transport advised
Check in time: 4pm to 6pm
Check out time: before 10am
Non-smoking villa
All late arrivals after 9.00 pm or Sunday arrivals extra charge will applicable 120 €
Local Markets in the region;
Sunday: Châteaurenard
Monday: Les Saintes Maries de la Mer / Cavaillon
Tuesday: Tarascon /Cabannes
Wednesday: Mouriès, Saint-Remy, Arles
Thursday: Maussane les Alpilles
Friday: Saint Martin de Crau/ Les Saintes Maries de la Mer/Eygalières
Saturday: Arles, Saint-Remy
Location:
Fontvieille in the village 100 metes to shops & restaurants/ cafes
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence 17 km
Avignon 29 km
Arles 14 km
L’Isle sur Sorgue 49 km
Pont du Gard 33 km
Nîmes 39 km
Marseille 89 Km
Aix en Provence 745km
Nice 250 km
Airport 63 km to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Airport Avignon 31 km
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 90 days prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit 2 000 € to be paid with the final rental instalment
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !