Description:

Fontvieille is in a pretty setting with the mountains of Les Baux to the north and open rolling hills dotted with Roman ruins to the south. The village itself has a good selection of shops and a weekly market. To the west are the ruins of the Abbaye de Montmajour where concerts are held in summer. To the east is Paradou and its well-known bistrot. This is a terrific location.

This house was built by the local owner to reproduce an ancient mas, but has all modern conveniences. It is a very beautiful house with all the extra touches that make this house a charming Provencal home. Old stones and whole natural beams were used in the construction. The house has a graceful feeling with high ceilings, stone floors, and good lighting. The living room/dining room is quite large with two very comfortable sofas, an open fireplace, and a large wooden dining table with a zinc top. French doors open to the front gravel patio and an open view. There are several pretty antique pieces including a grandfather clock. The kitchen is terrific with a professional stove and a bar separating it from the eating area which has an oval, marble-topped table. A door leads to a small back patio and access to the pool. In the hallway connecting the kitchen and dining room is a bathroom with walk in shower stall, sink and toilet. This is good to use for those coming from the pool.

The upstairs landing has a small sitting area that serves to divide the upstairs in two sides. All the bedrooms are very pretty with fine linens, built-in closets with antique Provencal doors, good lighting and pleasant color schemes. There is airconditioning in the bedrooms. One side has two bedrooms: one with a queen bed; the other with a double bed. There is a large bathroom with bathtub, shower stall, sink and separate toilet. The other side of the upstairs has a large bedroom with twin beds. Adjacent is a bedroom with an antique double lit bateau and its ensuite bathroom separated by a 3/4 wall with walk-in shower, sink and toilet. Due to the bathroom configuration, this part of the upstairs is best for a family.

The pool is to the side of the house. The grounds are very large and well landscaped with open views. This is a wonderful property for anyone that appreciates charm, comfort, location and a great kitchen!

Location Information:

Fontvieille 1km, weekly market, most facilities. 11km NE Arles, all facilities, high speed train.

Client Comments:

Great condition, beautiful setting, convenient location. Excellent stay. We liked dealing with you. Thanks for everything!
-Alan F., Pacific Palisades, CA