Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Brilliant studio apartment perfect for a group holiday away. Considering it's a studio there is ample space for whatever the occasion. With 2 single beds and 2 bunk beds you wont feel as though you are completely ontop of eachother and will be able to relax in style. There is a terrace or balcony with furniture ideal for enjoying drinks or dinner outside. The kitchen has everything you could require to whip up some fantastic French cuisine and test out your cooking skills.
Set in a brilliant location you are in the heart of lots of activities onsite including tennis, riding and golf. There is also fantastic relaxation facilities with a balneotherapy centre where you can truly indulge in some personal therapy. Aside from swimming there are various sports available including beach volleyball, petanque, football and table tennis.
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The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Bouches-du-Rhone region
The area is one of the most spectacular regions as you have the beautiful villages of the Alpilles, and then in contrast you can easily explore the marshes and lakes of the wild Carmargue countryside. It is part of the French riviera so it benefits form the climate typical of the Mediterranean as the mountains of the Alps block the cold from the north. There are beautiful gardens and lanscapes typical of the area and flowers are grown for the perfume industry. You will find many fruit orchards and the region is abundant with bananas, dates, prickly pears, olives, grapes and citrus fruit in genreal.
The region is known for its cheese, wine and fantastic gourmet cuisine. The economy is boosted through the produce of lavendar for the perfume industry, vineyards, olive groves and fruit orchards. The climate allows for dry farming with the cultivation of wheat.
Arles / Camargue area
Arles: great wealth of antique and Roman heritage, with UNESCO World Heritage monuments, including the Amphitheatre (the bullring), the Roman theatre, the Church of St Trophime and its cloister, the Constantine Baths, etc. The city is listed as a "City of Art and History". Tradition: Camargue bull-running in the streets of Arles and bullfighting in the various city bullrings.
Museums : The Museum of Arles and Provence (archaeological remains found in Arles), Fine Arts Museum, traditional arts at the Museon Arlaten (the culture of Provence: the first ethnographic museum in the South of France), Réattu Museum (contemporary art and photography), Museums of Pagan and Christian Lapidary Art. Vincent Van Gogh and other painters found much inspiration in Arles.
he surrounding area The Camargue Museum, 12 km away on the road to Les-Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, focuses on changes in the landscape and human activity since the formation of the delta. Camargue Regional Nature Park, an 85,000-hectare protected site unique in Europe, covered with ponds, marshes, rivers and saltworks, where raising horses and bulls is still a major activity. Les-Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer: the Gypsy Museum, Baroncelli Museum, Waxworks Museum, the Pont de Gau Bird Sanctuary, etc. Aigues-Mortes 48 km away: the fortifications (Constance Tower and the ramparts), the Chapels of the White and Grey Penitents. Les-Baux-de-Provence, 19 km away: the 16th century chapel, Eyguières Gate, Saint Vincent's Square, Chapel of the White Penitents (17th century), Church of Saint Vincent (12th century), Hotel de Manville (16th century), Citadel.
There are various fetes and events:
May: - the Herdsmen's Festival. - the Arles Jazz Festival. - the Van Gogh Art Festival. Late June / beginning of July: - the Arles Festivals (St John's Fires, concert, etc.). July to September : - the International Photography Meetings. July : - World Music Festival. - Les Suds in Arles. August : - Music and Peace Festival, Peplos Festival. September: - the Féria du Riz (Rice Festival). - Fête des Prémices du Riz (celebration of the first rice). - National Horse and Pony Day.
How to get there
Please contact the owner for more details on how to get to the property
You will be able to find flights at www.expedia.co.uk; www.bmibaby.com and www.easyjet.com
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Marseille Provence: 93 km
Activities near Arles
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sauna, Internet access
General:
Air conditioning, TV, Telephone, Table tennis
Standard:
Kettle
Utilities:
Dish washer, Cooker, Fridge
Rooms:
Bathrooms (1)
Furniture:
Single beds (4), Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Television and telephone not included in the price 2 of the single beds are bunk beds Sauna and table tennis facilities available on site.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Period
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Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
April
5 Apr 08
12 Apr 08
400£ 315
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1 Week
April / May
12 Apr 08
3 May 08
450£ 354
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1 Week
May
3 May 08
10 May 08
320£ 252
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1 Week
10 May 08
24 May 08
450£ 354
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1 Week
May / June
24 May 08
14 Jun 08
490£ 386
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1 Week
June
14 Jun 08
29 Jun 08
540£ 425
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1 Week
June / July
29 Jun 08
6 Jul 08
740£ 583
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1 Week
July / August
6 Jul 08
3 Aug 08
1040£ 819
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1 Week
August
3 Aug 08
23 Aug 08
1160£ 913
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1 Week
23 Aug 08
30 Aug 08
740£ 583
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0-
1 Week
August / September
30 Aug 08
6 Sep 08
490£ 386
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1 Week
September
6 Sep 08
13 Sep 08
450£ 354
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0-
1 Week
September / october
13 Sep 08
26 Oct 08
320£ 252
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1 Week
October / November
26 Oct 08
8 Nov 08
400£ 315
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1 Week
November
8 Nov 08
15 Nov 08
320£ 252
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Prices in euros per unit per stay * including : accommodation, all taxes and charges (except for local tax), bed linen and dishcloth, adult entertainments and children club (according to availabilities). According to our general and specific conditions of sale, they do not include a supplementary administrative charge of 15 euros per booking and optional insurances as definited in the specific sales conditions. Local taxes to be paid on site by client. Refundable deposit : 200 euros. Arrivals on Saturday from 5 pm., departures on Saturday before 10 am.
Services you can pay for (please enquire with the owner) Pets (admitted on presentation of anti-rabies certificate) * dogs must always be kept on a leash on residence premises. - Cleaning Kit : Products for one week including ; dishwasher product (or washing-up liquid), scouring cream, detergent, double-sided sponge, washing-up cloth. - Launderette - Bathroom linen (including a hand towel, bath towel and one bath mat per apartment) - Cleaning (except kitchen area and washing-up) - Photocopy - Fax - Telephone - Television
Availability notes
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