Mas de Grand Olivier

Mas de Grand Olivier is a charming villa situated in a quiet and secluded neighborhood, just a short walk from the center of the very pretty and vibrant village of Maussane in the heart of Les Alpilles. The village boasts a number of very fine restaurants, bars and shops. Not to be missed is the weekly Thursday food market. Located nearby is the historic hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence and the stylish capital of Les Alpilles, St. Remy-de-Provence. The property retains its privacy behind a high wall and has wrought-iron gates opening into the spacious, pretty garden (about 400 sq. meters). On the grounds is a swimming pool (with alarm) that has a feature allowing one to swim against the current, and a large, furnished terrace to the front of the house, which is partially covered for dining in the shade. Parking is available in the garage.

The home is very light and comfortable inside. It was recently renovated and furnished in a contemporary, understated and casual style. On the ground floor there is a fair-sized, fully equipped modern kitchen (stove, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher) and dining area with seating for six. The attractive, south-facing living room has a fireplace, sofas and chairs, TV, and DVD player. Just off the living room is a small, intimate study. There is a separate WC on this floor. Situated on the first floor are three double bedrooms. Two share a bathroom with shower, basin and separate WC. The Master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, with bath, shower, basins and WC. The house has air-conditioning in all rooms.

Included in the rental price: Linen and towels, 3 hours of weekly maid service, pool cleaning twice weekly

*Please note: 2 week minimum rental during high season

Maussane and its neighbor, Mouries, have evolved into the most important olive oil producing areas in the country. The first stop on the "route de l'olivier", Maussane has more than 37,000 olive trees. Its two windmills continue to produce oil of exceptional quality and certainly one should not leave without drizzling some on a baguette with goat's cheese and tomato; a true "péché mignon"!