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Admire quintessential vistas of Provence as you relax by your private swimming pool, looking out towards olive trees, cypresses and the Alpilles beyond. Followed perhaps by a coffee beneath the ancient plane tree or an aperitif surrounded by the summer scent of lavender.

This beautiful farmhouse for up to 12 guests is only a stone’s throw away from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence yet within it’s 6000m2 of glorious grounds it feels like a rural paradise. Inside its spacious interiors, we love the open-plan flow of the large lounge and dining room as well as the striking fireplaces, wood beamed ceiling and other traditional features. The kitchen is a joy, a characterful blend of old and new and you can open the blue shuttered French windows for breakfast on the terrace gazing out at the gorgeous garden.

All seven bedrooms are air-conditioned with their own bath or shower room and they each have their own pretty style, some with especially lovely touches such as gorgeous flooring, exquisite tiles and original wooden doors.

As well as the picture-perfect swimming pool with stunning views and wonderful gardens dotted with olive and pine trees, the summer house dining area is ideal for warm evenings by the barbecue. That said, you may prefer to wander into Saint-Rémy itself, around a 2km walk away (or a short drive) where you will find a range of restaurants from charming bistros to high-end establishments.

Soak up the artistic ambience of Saint-Rémy, a Provençal town that has inspired artists for so many years, including famous Van Gogh. Visit its weekly market on a Wednesday morning which attracts visitors from across the region, pop into artisan studios and galleries or just stroll around the cobbled lanes of this incredibly picturesque town.  

Other gems of the Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles include one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’, Les Baux-de-Provence, and the attractive village of Maussane-les-Alpilles with its wonderful restaurants and surrounding groves. Of course, there are so many walking trails passing farmland, woodland and hills as well as cycling, golf, rock-climbing and horse-riding through the undulating landscapes.

Sample some of the wines of Saint-Rémy at nearby wineries or venture slightly further afield to the Rhône valley or the vineyards of the Luberon, also home to a number of idyllic perched villages such as Gordes, Ménerbes and Bonnieux, all reached within an hour by car. Avignon, Arles and even Aix-en-Provence are other fine days out where you can truly experience the history and charm of Provence.