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Mas Julian Provence | Villa in tarascon

9.6 (16 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   7 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  15 Guests  Stay&Play
Fontvieille Villa | Mas Julian Provence

7 Bedroom Villa in Fontvieille, tarascon

Idyllic Setting near Fontvieille / St Remy for up to 15 people
This traditional 18th-century farmhouse was transformed and renovated into a charming Bastide (manor house) in the 1960s. It enjoys an exceptional location to the south of the Alpilles, offering a unique character with its approach through olive fields and a sunny, south-facing orientation that ensures natural light throughout the day while remaining sheltered during the Mistral winds.
The main residence, measuring approximately 227 m², comprises three reception rooms: an entrance living room with an impressive original fireplace and access to both the elevator and staircase; a large living room featuring a fireplace, high ceilings, exposed beams, and French doors; and a smaller living room/study that enjoys sunlight from morning until afternoon through expansive glass doors. A dining room accommodating up to 14 guests opens onto a magnificent south-facing terrace approximately 25 metres long. The ground floor also includes a kitchen, a scullery, and a separate WC.
On the first floor: a hallway leads to bedroom one with an en-suite bathroom; bedroom two, also with an en-suite; a master bedroom with a private covered terrace facing south-east; and a fourth bedroom, which has been converted into an independent apartment with its own entrance, terrace access, and bathroom. All bedrooms are air-conditioned.
The property spans over 6,300 m² and features a beautifully landscaped garden adorned with rose bushes, 17 olive trees, cypresses, and plane trees. The garden is divided into four distinct areas: the house garden, olive groves, swimming pool area, and ‘Mazet’ garden. A watering system is in place, drawing water from the nearby canal.
Crossing a small bridge over the canal, you will find a 12 x 6 metre swimming pool with a terrace and automatic roller shutter. The pool area enjoys sunshine throughout the day.
Annexes:
Caretaker’s House: A 60 m² independent dwelling connected to the main house by a covered passage. It includes a small living room with high ceilings, a hallway, two bedrooms (one with an en-suite), an independent bathroom, and a kitchen with access to a breakfast terrace.
Studio: Recently renovated, the 16 m² studio features a living area with a view of a rose and olive garden, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a sunny morning terrace. It is slightly separated from the main grounds by a garden staircase, providing privacy and tranquility.
Location:
Situated near the Alpilles Natural Park and just 25 minutes from the renowned city of Avignon, the property is ideally positioned for exploring picturesque villages and enjoying an exceptional natural heritage. Notable attractions include the citadel of Les Baux de Provence, the world-famous restaurant La Baumanière, and the Carrières de Lumières, just a five-minute drive away.
This idyllic location is cherished by UK and US expatriates seeking a temperate climate, a vibrant cultural scene, and a high quality of life. The property is a mere five-minute drive from the lively village of Fontvieille, which offers restaurants, cafés, a cinema, bakeries, a weekly market, and a variety of shops. Prestigious villages such as Paradou and Maussane-les-Alpilles are only 10 minutes away, while the city of Arles, with its meteoric rise in the arts scene thanks to the LUMA Foundation and Frank Gehry’s Luma Tower, is a 15-minute drive. Fancy Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is also just 15 minutes away, with Avignon TGV 25 minutes and Marseille Airport reachable in 50 minutes. Close to the Camargue, great beaches and beach clubs (M Plages at Marines les Plages)
This rare and exceptional property offers a unique blend of character, elegance, and modern living in a highly sought-after location.
Wonderful 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.

Mas Julian Provence is located in Fontvieille. Mas Julian Provence provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Private Pool, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Villa features Child Friendly, Private Pool, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Mas Julian Provence has 7 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 15 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Fontvieille has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Fontvieille, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • TV
  • View
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Private Pool
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Breakfast
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy 2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip note from host: upon request parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
 
tarascon, 13150, France

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Sep 10, 2024 10:08:19 AM
Summary: Mas Julian is an extraordinary place. Tucked away in a beautifully landscaped garden and set among olive orchards at the foot of the Alpilles, the villa is both elegant and comfortable. The location is ideal - a few kilometers by quiet roads to Fontvielle, 20 mins to Arles and its Roman amphitheater, and not much further to Nimes, Pont du Gard, and St. Remy. The property abuts the Parc National des Alpilles with trails that run into the hills as far as Les-Baux-de-Provence and beyond. Wolfgang is a generous and thoughtful host. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Matthew S. Matthew S.
Aug 5, 2024 09:14:23 PM
Summary: Really enjoyed our time here. Was difficult to find at first (instructions on the VRBO check-in email could be much clearer - or otherwise someone should have proactively reached out to us to explain how to get there - though we eventually figured it out after getting in touch with Wolfgang directly), but other than that we were very happy with the property. Lots of space, homely Provencal feel, great outdoor space, great pool, and great location. Very happy with our stay overall. Thank you!
Graham C. Graham C.
Aug 5, 2024 03:42:52 PM
Summary: We arranged this holiday, for a broad group of friends and family, to share in a milestone birthday and a milestone wedding anniversary. As a backdrop to these events, Mas Julian was perfect, but it was so much more than that. The rooms were spacious and the ensuites were fantastic, the living areas were luxurious (although we spent most of our time outside), the pool was amazing and the gardens extensive and mature. The location was ideal, being rural and yet close to amenities. Our family and friends haven't stopped talking about our stay and are unlikely too any time soon.
Lorraine M. Lorraine M.
Oct 11, 2023 03:36:01 AM
Summary: 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.
Jeanne F. Jeanne F.
Jul 21, 2023 04:52:36 AM
Summary: 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.
Wendy S. Wendy S.
Jul 18, 2023 11:02:04 AM
Summary: 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.
Herbert S. Herbert S.
Jun 29, 2023 05:02:42 AM
Summary: 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.
Rich C. Rich C.
May 31, 2023 08:51:02 PM
Summary: 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!
Laura M. Laura M.
Aug 25, 2022 03:12:23 AM
Summary: We really enjoyed our stay. A beautiful property in an ideal location with lots of room for children to play.
Genny C. Genny C.
Jun 26, 2022 02:13:26 PM
Summary: My family of 5 and another family of 4 stayed here for 6 nights from June 10-16. The house itself is truly incredible. It felt like you were on a French estate and had total seclusion and privacy. The property is perhaps a half mile or less off the main road, and it is a little confusing to find it the first time you try. However, after we found the property it was easy to get there again. The house is beautiful, with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms on the top floor. Of the 4 bathrooms, only one had a shower. The rest of the bathrooms had a bathtub. The main bedroom had a private terrace which was really nice to enjoy time in the mornings with a cup of coffee. There is a private guest house, with a living room, kitchenette, and two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A ping pong table outside and multiple sitting areas. The landscaping is breathtaking. From the house, you can walk down some steps and there is a really neat area that has a pond and a little creek that runs through the property, and then some steps down to the pool area. The pool was fantastic. Perfect temperature and very clean. Our kids spent a ton of time in the pool. If you like/need to exercise, it is tough to do. The main road leading to the property has no shoulder, and trucks and cars go speeding by pretty fast. You can run around the gravel roads just outside the property grounds, but you end up just doing a bunch of laps. Behind the property, there is some sort of national park or something that has long gravel roads that go through large hills past rock formations and lots of vegetation. This is where you want to go to run. Very beautiful. The Wi-Fi was not very good. There are two separate routers, one in the kitchen and one in the main sitting room. If you went out onto the porch you would not have very good signal. I would suggest the owner install a Wi-Fi mesh system or something to help with this. You absolutely, positively, need a car. The property is a solid 20 minute walk Fontvieille, the nearest town, and this is down the same sketchy road. A car is a must. All in all, it is an incredible place to have a vacation. Beautiful grounds and secluded and quiet.
David L. David L.

FAQ's

Is this Mas Julian Provence pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Mas Julian Provence have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Mas Julian Provence has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Mas Julian Provence?

Best-rates for the Mas Julian Provence starts from $1,210 per night with includes Ocean View, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Hot Tub, Internet, Kitchen, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, Pool, TV, View, Private Pool, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Mas Julian Provence a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Mas Julian Provence wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Mas Julian Provence is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Mas Julian Provence?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Mas Julian Provence indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Mas Julian Provence?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Mas Julian Provence are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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