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VILLA VENELLES
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Reference: FB-1329
Region: Long Term Rentals
Location: Near the lovely village of Venelles, 10 minutes north of Aix-en-Provence.
Nearest Village: Venelles - 2km
Nearest Town: Aix en Provence - 10km
Department: Bouches du Rhone (13), Provence
Occupancy:
Accommodates10 guests
Bedrooms:
This property has 6 bedrooms
Bedroom Info:
4 doubles; 1 queen; 1 twin
Bathrooms:
This property has 4 bathrooms
Bathroom Info:
2 shower rooms; 2 baths
Swimming Pool:
yes
Description: Villa Venelles is a well appointed Provencal villa in a tranquil country setting with views of the surrounding vineyards and the famous Mt. Ste. Victoire, which dominates the landscape around Aix-en-Provence.
The villa is spacious, bright and tastefully decorated with attractive antique furnishings. To one side of the sunny entry hall is a sweeping open staircase to the upper floor. The entry hall opens onto a large split level living room with fireplace. An archway and several steps lead to the traditional dining room with a formal table and double French doors opening onto a west facing terrace. The Provencal style country kitchen is located next to the dining room. The kitchen is decorated with traditional blue tiles and has lots of counter space. French doors open onto a covered terrace. The floors are tile throughout the house. There is a second large sitting room upstairs for casual entertaining with comfortable couches and a TV.
Accommodations:
On the ground floor there are two double bedrooms: one with a terrace with a spectacular view of Mt. Ste. Victoire, the other slightly smaller double bedroom has a view to the west and may be used as a study. Nearby is a bathroom with shower, and WC.

Upstairs there is a spacious TV room with fireplace and comfortable couches for casual entertaining. There are 4 bedrooms upstairs. The master bedroom has a queen size bed and faces east with a wrap around terrace and superb views. The ensuite bathroom has a tub and shower, WC, bidet, and double sinks. There are very large, spacious, dressing closets with floor to ceiling mirrored doors. In addition, there are 2 double bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom and a bathroom with shower and WC. A nearby laundry closet contains a washer and dryer.
Exterior: Automatic gates open onto a 50m driveway leading up to the villa. The 10x5m swimming pool is situated on a raised and enclosed terrace area to the south of the villa and reached by a set of stairs. The pool is surrounded by sunny terraces with garden furniture. The grounds are peaceful, attractive with beautiful views and privacy. There is a pleasant combination of lawns, garden, terraces and woods. The terrace off the dining room has an outdoor table and chairs for dining al fresco. There is a small cottage and pond on the grounds and parking space for several vehicles. The property is surrounded by vineyards and offers spectacular views of the countryside and Mt. Ste. Victoire. The gardens are maintained by an automatic watering system. The 2 acre property is fenced and gated.
Amenities & Equipment:
Dishwasher, Washer, dryer, satellite TV, CD & DVD player, BBQ, Secure entry gates and alarm system. Bicycles. Welcome basket of fruit, wine and juice prepared for arrival.
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Local Information
Local Info:
The village of Venelles has most amenities including three supermarkets, pharmacy and an open air market 3 times a week. There is also tennis, and a horse riding club.
Nearest Airport:
Marseille - 35km. 25 minutes.
Nearest Train:
Aix en Provence TGV - 25 minutes.
Map Link: click to view map
Activities: The villa is situated north of Aix en Provence which is famous for its lyrical, dance and music festival in July. Aix is filled with lively caf?©s and excellent restaurants found in the sunny squares and along the tree lined boulevards.
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price estimates & Rental Information
Extras: Telephone charges
Long Term Availability: Negotiable
Long Term Pricing: Estimate 3200 euros per month during low season, depending on dates and duration of lease. Utilities and agency fees are charged separately.
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