Maison de Maitresse
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About the home
Two beautiful stone houses side by side in this idyllic part of France, can be rented separately or together, both have 4 bedrooms so a total of 8 bedrooms with max 20 people in the houses. Also separate self-contained studio next to the pool can be rented with the property.
Huge swimming pool and outdoor area, BBQ, terraces, suitable for families, close to cultural and historic attractions and festivals, 18th century stone house in picturesque hilltop stone village.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 10, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Grau de Roi, 120km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| General: | Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
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| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Fridge, Freezer |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 3 family bathrooms |
| Furniture: | Single beds (3), Double beds (3) |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
Main house
Large fully equipped kitchen with stove, fridge, dishwasher and all dishes glasses etc needed for entertaining in style. Long table seats 8-10. Opposite Salon: Comfortable sitting area for quiet reading or listening to music
Large Bedroom with Super King Size bed. Lovely views over the village of St Maximin. Opposite—Large Bedroom with a queen size and a single bed in room. Views over the French Country side and the pool and at the front of the house views over the village. Two batroomns with shower and toilets—one up half a flight of stairs and the other down half a flight of stairs.
2nd Floor:
Large bedroom with a Super King size bed. Private terrace with views over the pool and terraces, countryside, and roof tops of St Maximin. Front window view over the village. Opposite smaller room with 2 single bunk beds. View over village. Shared bathroom with toilet and shower. Extra pull out single bed and cot available.
Outside enormous terrace ( 89 sq m) with 2 large marble topped tables and fer forge chairs that can seat 20+ people. Large wood built in bar-b-que area. Room for sunloungers, umbrellas, drinks trolley etc.
Share large pool and various lower terraces with tables and chairs, sunloungers etc. Washing machine and outside clothes line.
Adjoining House
The Ancient "Coach House" to the large house now rebuilt in a charming rustic provencal style into a 4 bedroom house. Low wooden Beams and "provencal materials" for the curtains and bedspreads etc. Entrance hall with a bedroom to the left with a double and single bed. Small flight of stairs to the kitchen and separate dining room which has an open fireplace. Settee and dining table sitting 8-10 people. Kitchen fully equipped with stove fridge, separate freezer, dishwasher and copious dishes and glasses etc for entertaining. View over the private terrace and pool
2nd Bedroom: Up a small flight of stairs. Large room with Super King size bed. View over the village. Bathroom next door, shower and toilet, shared with lower room.
Next floor up ( above the dining room): Room with a queens size bed and a canapy bed folds out for two persons. Lovely view over the pool, terraces and surrounding countryside. Large Bathroom with shower and toilet.
4th Bedroom: Up a small flight of stairs has a queen size and a single bed. Private terrace with view over countryside, lower terraces and pool.
Extra Single pull out bed and baby cot available.
Own private terrace with view over the pool. Table and chairs seat 8-10. Gas Bar-b-que.
Share large pool, large lower terraces, sunloungers tables and chairs etc with other house. Also Washing machine and outside line.
Further details
Deposit required on acceptance of booking & balance prior to arrival direct to my bank account.
Conditions
Smoking OK outdoors.
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Gard region
The Languedoc Roussillon region of Southern France curves in a great arc formation around the Mediterranean, from historical Cevennes down as far as the Pyrenees and the Spanish border. The region offers magnificent scenery, clean, uncrowded beaches with warm seas, excellent skiing & other recreational facilities, a richly diverse culture and cuisine and some excellent wines - the region borders on the southern Cotes de Rhone and a climate which boasts the highest annual sunshine average in France.
The Languedoc possesses a distinct character all of its own, quite unlike anywhere else in France. For instance, it has its own language, the langue d'oc, and for centuries enjoyed considerable independance from Paris under the rule of the local Counts.
The Uzes area
Uzes is a spectacular Duchy with a reining Duke and Duchess. Exciting decorator shops, Art galleries, Music festival. Dozens of bars and restaurants... A size that allows to get intimate with the quaint medieval streets packed full of history. A fabulous Saturday Market that takes over the whole town, with not only the freshest produce available, but everything else Provence is famous for. Also nearby is Avignon famous for the "Palais des Papes," its summer festival, its museums and of course its "Bridge."
In Nimes an almost intact Roman arena holds special events from Corridas (bull fights) to musical festivals.
The Pont Du Gard is a 2,000 year old, Roman-built aqueduct of grandiose proportions. One of France's most visited monuments. It can be visited by kayak after a gentle paddle down the Gardon river.
Within one hours drive :
• Arles, Orange, the Camargue.
• Les Baux de Provence.
• Marseille, Aix-en-Provence.
• The Mediterranean beaches.
• The rivers Rhône, Ardèche, and the Cèze.
• Hundreds of beautiful Provençal villages.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Nimes ( Garons): 60 km |
| Railway: | Nimes or Avignon: 60 km |
* Fly from England with Ryan Air to Nimes (Garons Airport) Hire car through Ryan Air
*half an hour from my place
Fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle and get TGV direct from Airport tp Avignon TGV
*Rent a car at Avignon TGV
*Half an hour to my place
Fly into Montpellier Airport and rent a car
*45 mins to my place
Fly into Marseille Airport and rent a car
*1 1/2 hours from my place
* Fly into Nice Airport rent a car
Aprox 3 1/2 hours to my place
Activities near Uzes
Tennis in town
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 08 Aug 2011 |
The house is spectacular: the rooms are comfortable, the kitchen is wonderful (the villa is home to several cooking schools a year) and the pool is absolutely lovely. What makes the villa so special, however, is its hostess, Amanda Taylor-Ace. She is probably the premier "maitresse" in the south of France, probably in all of France (really). We have been returning to this villa--and to Amanda--for the past nine years, and every year has been an adventure, thanks to Amanda. Because she takes special interests in your needs and interests, Amanda and her villa are not to be missed. |
23 Jun 2011 |
I had to change my travel plans at the last minute from Sardinia to France ... but what a blessing that turned out to be !! I travelled on my own to St. Maximin but was collected by Amanda... more |
19 Jun 2011 |
It doesn't get much more authentic - this house is quintessential Provence in a quaint, sleepy village a few miles from bustling Uzes. Gorgeous, spacious yet unpretentious. With both houses,... more |
Guestbook for Maison de Maitresse
The Villa is a wonderful place to base a visit to this part of France and experience the culture, friendship, and goodwill of the French people. Hopefully will return in the future to explore the area further. Armand Petrin, Hamilton, NZ.
After a great but hectic trip on the Canal de Midi, a week in Provence at Maison de Maitresse was just what the Doctor ordered. A wonderful week here visiting the surrounding villages and attractions and eating wonderful food - the best so far at the restaurant next door. Our hostess Amanda is a real treasure and it has been great talking to her and hearing about Provence and the history of the Villa. Hope to return sometime to this little corner of paradise, aptly called "Joie de Vivre". Thankyou Amanda, Au revour & merci beaucoup. Vonda & Warren Clarke, Hamilton NZ
Dearest Amanda - Thank you so very very much for a totally enthralling time - Joie de Vivre parfaitement.! Now we understand why your time in lovely New Zealand each summer is only a part of the picture of life. Merci merci merci - Cecilia xx
Dear Amanda,
Two weeks ago I came with my three teens to enjoy some special time with them and take in the Provencal countryside, its beauty, its food and its culture. You decided in the first 20 minutes of meeting me that I would leave a "changed person". I thought you had some nerve to make that kind of statement. Well Amanda, I was wrong. I am different, I can't put my finger on it, but certainly you were an inspiration to all of us. Southern California has a reputation for being "laid back": however, you have set new standards for being relaxed, all the while running an inn of sorts and drowning your guests in warm hospitality. You and our experience here will not be forgotten. We especially enjoyed meeting and partying with your other guests and various friends. For future guests: We had 2 weeks which was not enough. Rather than suggesting things you should do, I will only say we followed Amanda's suggestions and that was all we needed in terms of guidance. We had one "adventure" or site per day and tried to arrive back for sometime around the pool before the cocktail hour. I suggest you take at least one day as a rest day, just to lay around the pool. The environment is guaranteed to relax. If you wish to discuss further our experience here, please feel free to contact me at dhall@arcturusvc.com Donald Hall, California
Dear Amanda
Thank you for "hosting" our clan at your villas. We had a great time relaxing, touring, and going local via "les amies" a Uzes and the impromptu gig with Jeremy and Michel (and my sibs, and daughter). Dede and I truly appreciated your invitation to join you at Moulins Pont du Gard. What a great place for drinks and to be dazzled by the bridge (although, with a bit more mind-altering it could resemble a scene from "Apocalypse Now"! Warmest regards, Brad McLane, Chicago
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 10 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| May | 1 May 11 | 28 May 11 | € 1300 | - | - | 1 Week |
| June | 28 May 11 | 26 Jun 11 | € 1600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| July | 26 Jun 11 | 31 Jul 11 | € 2000 | - | - | 1 Week |
| August | 31 Jul 11 | 28 Aug 11 | € 2000 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 28 Aug 11 | 25 Sep 11 | € 1600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October | 25 Sep 11 | 30 Oct 11 | € 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| off season | 30 Oct 11 | 1 Apr 12 | € 600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| April | 1 Apr 12 | 1 May 12 | € 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May | 1 May 12 | 27 May 12 | € 1300 | - | - | 1 Week |
| June | 27 May 12 | 1 Jul 12 | € 1600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| July | 1 Jul 12 | 29 Jul 12 | € 2000 | - | - | 1 Week |
| August | 29 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | € 2000 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 1 Sep 12 | 30 Sep 12 | € 1600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October | 30 Sep 12 | 1 Nov 12 | € 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Off season (neg) | 1 Nov 12 | 31 Mar 13 | € 600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| April | 31 Mar 13 | 1 May 13 | € 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May | 1 May 13 | 1 Jun 13 | € 1300 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The two houses can be reserved separately (for up to 10 people each) or together (for up to 18 people) on a weekly basis. Depending on the season the weekly rate is between 1,200 Euros and 2,000 Euros per house, from Saturday to Saturday. This includes full linen and final cleaning. Daily maid service and in-house Provencal meals can be arranged as optional extras.
Houses can be rented singly for a period of one week ( Sat to Sat) except, July /August when I prefer they are rented together for a period of two weeks.
The off-season rate includes first full-up of gas cylinder for heating. If a further fill-up is required it would be the responsibility of guest. Please discuss with owner.
Availability
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Availability notes:
Because there are two separate houses on the property there might be some of the above occasions when one is available, so please email for more information.
Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Amanda Taylor-Ace
Languages spoken    The owner is based in France and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This villa has received 4 reviews from previous guests.  |
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