Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue

Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue

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Living area
Living area
Living area and kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen

Overview of Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Maussane-les-Alpilles, Provence - Alpes - Cote d'Azur
  • Popular LocationDomaine de Manville4 min drive
  • Popular LocationChateau des Baux7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarrieres de Lumieres7 min drive
  • AirportMarseille (MRS-Marseille - Provence)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue

The two guest apartments are located at the home and studio of Elizabeth McAlpine and Jonathan Lane-Smith, the property was built in 2018 and designed by architect Laura Dewe Mathews, all three worked closely together to create a thoughtful space that allows a family home, studio and a welcoming rooms for guests. The property is situated in large gardens which include a swimming pool, shared courtyard, extensive potager, and wildflower meadow. Both apartments have there own entrances so that guests are able to come and go privately. Situated just on the edge of the beautiful and charming village of Maussane les Alpilles, which has a number of great restaurants and a great selection o independent food shops, including a butchers, fromagerie, fish shop and a wonderful fruit and vegetable shop as well as three boulangeries. There is a fantastic square surrounded by restaurants in the centre of the village, which has a wonderful atmosphere through the summer months.
The village is situated at the bottom of the Alpilles Mountains so there are truly breathtaking walks just on our doorstep. The property is situated just 20 min from the amazing town of Arles a great historic centre, which is blossoming with an exciting contemporary art scene with the building of a new art centre LUMA. There is also a large photographic festival Les Rencontres that runs through the summer. Avignon is a 45 minute drive from the property and has a TGV station as well as direct trains from St Pancreas London during the summer months. Marseille Airport is also a 45 min drive.

We are also able to accommodate groups of 4 if both the guest apartments are vacant, see Maison de l'Escargot - Vert listing number: HAUK10555194

Property manager

Elizabeth McAlpine and Jonathan Lane-Smith

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Up to 3 years

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maussane-les-Alpilles

Located in Maussane-les-Alpilles, this guesthouse is in a rural area and in the mountains. Carrieres de Lumieres and Chateau de Montauban are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Moulin de Daudet and Archaeological site of Glanum. Jardin d'Alcinoos and La Folie du Pain are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Maussane-les-Alpilles, Provence - Alpes - Cote d'Azur

What's nearby

  • Alpilles - 1 min walk
  • Aurelian Way - 3 min drive
  • Domaine de Manville - 4 min drive
  • Chateau des Baux - 7 min drive
  • Carrieres de Lumieres - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Martin-de-Crau Station - 16 min drive
  • Avignon (AVN-Caumont) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Bistrot du Paradou - 16 min walk
  • L'Aupiho - 4 min drive
  • Cafe du Centre - 15 min walk
  • Café de la Fontaine - 16 min walk
  • Pizza Brun - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maison de l'Escargot - Bleue located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is steps away from Alpilles and Alpilles Regional Natural Park. Aurelian Way and Domaine de Manville are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth McAlpine and Jonathan Lane-Smith

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Elizabeth McAlpine and Jonathan Lane-Smith are married and live in Provence with their young family Logan and Indigo along with Delilah our daschund and 2 cats (Pirate and Queen of the flowers obviously named by the kids !) Elizabeth is and Artist and Jonathan a furniture designer both have studios on site. The project Maison de L'Escargot was designed to also accommodate two guest houses and for all the elements of the building to work harmoniously together, there is also a large potager, which is a large element of the project as well as a pool and wildflower meadow .

Languages:

English, French
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