Spacious family villa Provence | 7 bedroom, heated pool, pet-friendly. Aix 25min | House in Lambesc
7 Bedroom House in Lambesc
* Featured in the Times (UK) - July 2024 *
A private Provençal estate designed for long lunches, poolside afternoons, and evenings under the plane trees. This spacious 18th century farmhouse offers luxurious accommodation for families and friends. The property provides total privacy surrounded by 4 hectares of peaceful countryside and nestled between the vibrant markets of Aix-en-Provence (25 min) and the hilltop villages of the Luberon (20 min).
* The property *
Ferme du Val is a traditional stone "mas" dating from the 18th century, originally the main farm serving the nearby château. It has been meticulously renovated and filled with antiques and Provençal paintings, combining historic elegance with modern luxury. Ferme du Val is located between two picturesque villages, Saint Cannat and Lambesc.
* Highlights *
- Sleeps 14 comfortably / Suitable for any size group due to layout of the house
- 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms (+ WC and pool house shower)
- Walled and enclosed garden with terrace, heated swimming pool, surrounded by fields, no neighbours. Gardens with lovely shade in the summer.
- Traditional thick stone walls + classic shutters ensure the house remains naturally cool even in the height of summer.
- Very child-friendly (walled pool area and walled garden)
- Dog friendly (by permission)
- Two fully equipped modern kitchens
- Multiple living areas including galleried library
- Vaulted dining room seats 14
- Central heating and working fireplace (great year round!)
- WiFi throughout, UK & French TV
- Laundry room with washing machine / dryer
- Ample garage and parking
- 100% white cotton linen, towels and pool towels
- Cooking and babysitting available on request
- Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
* Overview of areas *
* Ground floor *
American-style open kitchen / sitting room with dishwasher, microwave, sofas, and open fireplace. Leading to the cloakroom and WC. Through to a vaulted dining room with seating for 14 people. Arch through to a large galleried hall with a door leading off to another fully fitted kitchen and laundry room.
Independent ground floor studio annex (attached to main house): sitting room with kitchenette leading to double bedroom (1.6m bed) with ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower.
* First floor *
Stairs leading to a galleried library/ living room. Huge master bedroom (1.8m bed / super king) with ensuite bathroom with shower, 4 large windows overlooking the gardens, stone stairway access to gardens. Two further double bedrooms (one twin and one with 1.6m double bed). Bathroom with shower. Steps leading to another shower room. A huge beamed sitting room with "office area" and panoramic views.
* Second floor *
Spacious beamed twin bedroom and 2 further double bedrooms (1 with 1.5m bed and 1 with a 1.4m bed). Large bathroom with bath and shower. Steps leading to an additional shower room.
All bedrooms have wonderful views out to the beautiful open countryside.
*Outdoor spaces & Pool *
Completely private, semi-gated, walled and enclosed garden surrounded by fields, no neighbours. The grey/green shuttered house is flanked by large plane trees creating shady areas.
*Heated saltwater pool *
- 12m x 5m, heated.
- Area is enclosed
- Pool house with WC, shower, changing room
- Sunbeds, parasols, outdoor seating and dining areas
- Summer kitchen: large gas BBQ and terrace area
* Gardens & entertainment *
- The lawned gardens are on two levels, the lower with a large south facing terrace between the house and the pool.
- There are 2 options for al fresco / outside dining: either by the edge of the pool underneath the shade of an arbour covered with vines – the grapes are edible! or there is a terrace situated behind the house, bordered with flowers and herbs, just outside one of the kitchens.
- Table tennis and boules
- Direct walking trails from the house
* Location *
- 5 minutes: St Cannat & Lambesc villages (shops, bakeries, restaurants, markets)
- 10 minutes: Padel & tennis courts
- 20 minutes: Luberon villages (Lourmarin, Gordes, Roussillon)
- 20 minutes: Pont Royal golf course
- 25 minutes: Aix-en-Provence (culture, dining, shopping, historic center)
- 30 minutes: Marseille Airport
- 30 minutes: Aix-en-Provence TGV station
- 30 minutes: International schools (perfect for sabbaticals)
- 1 hour: Cassis
- 2 hours: Skiing in the Alps
Easy access to Avignon, Cassis, Gorges du Verdon, and countless Provençal villages and châteaux.
* Perfect for *
✓ Large families and multi-generational gatherings
✓ Friends reunions and celebrations
✓ Long weekends and mini breaks
✓ Extended stays and sabbaticals
✓ Very child-friendly (enclosed property for safety)
✓ Dog-friendly by prior permission only
✓ Remote working
* Year-round availability *
Available for rent throughout the year including Easter, Christmas, and New Year.
The house works beautifully for out-of-season holidays or remote working with full central heating and a working fireplace. The heated pool makes it perfect for spring, summer, and fall.
Also perfect for families wishing to take a sabbatical in Provence as the international schools are only a 30min drive away.
Rates negotiable depending on time of year and length of stay. Available for both short-term and long-term rentals.
* House management *
- To ensure the estate remains in peak condition, our professional guardians live in a separate, non-overlooking cottage (own parking/terrace). They provide discreet maintenance of the grounds and pool, while ensuring your total privacy.
Privacy and discretion assured — you'll have the estate completely to yourselves.
- Minimum stay: 4 nights (negotiable)
- Maximum guests: 14
- Check-in/Check-out: Flexible (to be arranged)
- Pets: Well-behaved dogs welcome with prior permission
- No parties or events
- Smoking: Outside only
An ideal setting for a relaxing and peaceful holiday or mini break, creating lasting memories in the heart of Provence.
We are happy to recommend local tips such as michelin-star dining, private chefs for authentic Provençal dinners, vineyard tours and tastings at nearby wine estates, wellness (in-house massages and spas), best local markets.
Spacious family villa Provence | 7 bedroom, heated pool, pet-friendly Aix 25min is located in Lambesc. Spacious family villa Provence | 7 bedroom, heated pool, pet-friendly Aix 25min provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Spacious family villa Provence | 7 bedroom, heated pool, pet-friendly Aix 25min has 7 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lambesc has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Lambesc, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip long-term renters welcome note from host: maximum 14 on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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