Holiday rental property in Provence with heated pool & gardens

Introduction

This superb Provençal Mas dates back to 1624 and has recently been renovated and landscaped to produce a simply outstanding and luxurious family home.

The main house is built of hand carved stone, and consists of 500m² of living space set on 3 levels. 8 bedrooms to sleep 16 including 5 fabulous suites with luxurious ensuite bathrooms, (twin hand basins, extra large bath and a walk-in rainforest shower as standard). The Master Suite is air-conditioned.

Extensive grounds with panoramic views include large lawn, olive groves and orchard, castellane tower, swimming pool of 16 x 5m and additional children's pool. Large games room and floodlit boules court. Over 250m² of dining terraces and sun terraces.

All amenities are very close; the village of Montauroux (1 min drive or 15 min walk) has a bakery, café bar restaurant, grocery shop, pharmacy and bank with cash-point. Further restaurants are in the neighbouring village of Callian - there are stunning views of this perched village from the house and garden. Large supermarket just 5 min away.

All manner of water sports and swimming at the local beauty spot of Lac St Cassien. Grasse, Cannes and the Mediterranean beaches lie just 30 min away. Local golf, too.

Some of the exceptional features of this property include:
UK satellite TV - WiFi Internet access - Wide-screen plasma TV - Multizone DVD - Daily maid service (cleaning of bathrooms, tidying and bed-making in the bedrooms) - CD player is connected to speakers in the living room / front terrace and pool-side - Large games room - Floodlit boules area

Full catering available upon request (Michelin starred restaurant chef)

Accommodation / occupancy note; Property sleeps 14, (comprising 12 adults maximum; maximum number of children dependent on ages).
The two children’s rooms are strictly for children only.

Onsite caretakers (living in a separate cottage) provide additional peace of mind. A built in safe is available for guest use.

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Accommodation

Entrance hall with tiled floor and beamed ceiling
Seating area

Living room (80m²) with high ceiling and glorious views from every window. Doors to front and rear terrace
2 separate seating areas, a 2.5m high stone fireplace, plasma TV, multizone DVD, satellite, and audio system. Selection of books, CDs and DVDs
CD player is connected to speakers in the living room / front terrace and pool-side

Split level, open-plan kitchen and dining room. Dining room with marvellous views, dining table and chairs. Wood burning stove

Fully fitted kitchen with centre island. American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, range cooker, microwave. Door to rear terrace

Utility room with washing machine, dryer and fridge

Separate WC and hand basin

Bedroom 1 ('The Garden Suite') king size double with ensuite bath / shower, WC, separate shower and twin hand basins

Stairs to 1st floor;

Bedroom 2 with air-conditioning. ('Master Suite'), king size double with ensuite bath / shower, WC, separate shower and twin hand basins
Door to small, private terrace overlooking the rear garden and terrace. Table and chairs

Adjoining children's room, Bedroom 3, two single beds. TV and DVD player

Lower Ground Floor;

Bedroom 4, ('East Suite') king size double with ensuite bath / shower, WC, separate shower and twin hand basins. Door to garden

Bedroom 5, ('South Suite') king size double with ensuite bath / shower, WC, separate shower and twin hand basins. Door to garden

Bedroom 6, ('West Suite') king size double with ensuite bath / shower, WC, separate shower and twin hand basins. Door to garden

Bedroom 7, children's room with two singles

Bedroom 8 (independent access) two singles with ensuite WC, shower and hand basin

EXTERIOR;

Extensive grounds to include large lawn, wooded areas, orchards, terraces and pool. Castellane and 100 olive trees

South-facing terrace overlooking the pool and tower. Shaded by the beautiful oak tree and sun parasols. Dining table to seat 12

Rear terrace with easy access to the kitchen, a sandbox, swing, and large outdoor dining table. Built in 4-burner gas barbeque
Lovely views to the village

Covered terrace with table-tennis

Heated pool 15 x 6m with steps
Children's pool 6 1/2 x 2 1/2. Depth can be altered according to personal requirements

Surrounding pool terrace with sun-loungers
Covered terrace with table and chairs and summer kitchen

Large pool-house games room with bar (including fridge and sink) and pool table and darts and rowing machine. Further games and gym equipment TBC
Comfortable seating

Separate bathroom with WC, shower and hand basin

Orchard with apple, pear, plum, peach, cherry and almond trees

Floodlit boules court

Electric gates and private drive. Parking for several cars

 Photo gallery for Bastide St Francois, ref: 83064

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Prices

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Local Information

The property is located in open countryside just outside the village of Montauroux.

Montauroux is situated 30 min inland from the Mediterranean coast, 30 min to Cannes and Grasse. Easy access (10min) from the A8 motorway.

Nice airport 40 km (less than 1 hour’s drive from luggage reclaim to the front door). Flights from BA, Air France, Easy Jet, Bmi Baby and Ryanair.
New flight-route Stansted to Toulon (75 min drive to the front door).

The village of Montauroux and its neighbour, Callian are extremely picturesque, hilltop villages with all amenities including café bars and restaurants.

A large supermarket lies less than 5 min from the property.

Superb local Farmer's Market every week. Street market in Montauroux every Tuesday.

Golf;
There are over 30 courses within an hour’s drive of the house, but you can find an outstanding 36 holes at The Four Seasons Terre Blanche resort, 5 minutes across the valley.

Biking;
There are numerous marked cycling paths in the area, but don't forget the many off road tracks through the forests as well.

Gliding;
Nearby Fayence is a European centre for gliding and you can experience the beauty of Provence from the air with a half hour ‘sightseeing’ tour.

Spas;
The Domaine de Fayence and the Four Seasons Resort have excellent spa facilities which are open to non residents.

Horse riding;
The local horse riding centre is only 5 minutes away and is available for lessons and trekking.

Sailing, kayaking and water sports;
Kids will love the pedalos at Lac St. Cassien just 10 minutes away, but you also have the choice of sea watersports centres at St Raphael or Frejus; kayaking on the pristine lakes of the Gorges St. Verdon, or the beaches of the Cote d’Azur.

For the kids;
If they get tired of all the other activities, Marineland in Antibes, and the Zoo in Frejus are always popular.

Gorges de Verdon and Lac de saint Croix for breathtaking scenery.

Grasse is also the 'perfume capital of the world' and lies 30 min from the house.
Spectacular old village with winding streets and stunning views. Excellent restaurants and cafés. Endless opportunities to sample and purchase perfume, as well as visits to the manufacturers to see the rose petals being transformed into scent. Make your own perfume too.

Visit Antibes and Juan les Pins, the preferred hang-outs for many celebrities. Amazing night-life with many clubs, bars and restaurants.

Nearby St Tropez is perhaps the most famous beach resort in the world after Brigitte Bardot arrived in 1956 to make the film 'Et Dieu Créa la Femme'.

Since then, St Tropez has become synonymous with its celebrity lifestyle and Mediterranean chicness.

It certainly is an appealing place; a little fishing village on the southern shores of the Golfe de St Tropez. The 'Vieux Port', with the old town rising above the eastern quay is where you'll get the classic St Tropez experience. Choose from many sidewalk cafés to just sit and watch people go by.

The village has a huge choice of shops, cafés, restaurants, picturesque squares, winding streets and beautiful architecture to admire. Lively night-life clubs and cultural events.

Several beaches to choose from.

Just outside St Tropez is PORT GRIMAUD, a charming Provençal town built in the 196O's and based on the layout of Venice; brightly coloured houses stand (and float) on private lagoons and waterways. It is a truly spectacular sight. Perfect for a gentle stroll to admire the architecture and the boats. Lots of cafés and brasserie restaurants. Boat trips leave here for a tour around the bay.

Facing St Tropez across the gulf is STE MAXIME, a pretty and traditional Riviera town with long promenade and palm trees. Delightful stretches of Med beaches with all watersports. No better way to spend an evening than to choose one of the restaurants or bars on the waterside and just watch the boats and the lights out on the bay.

FREJUS and ST RAPHAEL are similar to Ste Maxime and offer further shops, markets and restaurants. Fréjus has a Roman amphitheatre and hosts many summer concerts.

 Map location for Montauroux

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