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Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village

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Welcome to Ptit Chateau!
Ptit Chateau is located on the ground floor of the yellow house on the right.
Feel at home!
The kitchen made by a local cabinet-maker, fully equipped and ready to serve you
Your bed with natural linen bedding

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 335 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ventabren, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Place, Montagne Ste-Victoire
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Château de Vauvenargues
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cours Mirabeau
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marseille (MRS-Marseille - Provence)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village

Ptit Chateau is the studio - townhouse located on the ground floor of a 300 year old property in the traditional provencal hilltop village of Ventabren.

20 minutes away from the heart of Aix, from the Marseille airport and the train station, half-way between Marseille and Avignon, 45 min drive from the seaside, and one hour away from legendary Luberon and Camargues, Ptit Chateau is well-placed. You may either choose to spend a couple of days in the peaceful and authentic surroundings before hopping on your flight or train, or stay long term to discover the region in our spacious studio that is equipped to a high standard.

The studio has a separate entrance. It is quiet and air-conditioned naturally thanks to its thick stone walls. Cool in summer and very well heated in winter Ptit Chateau welcomes guests all year round. We renovated our townhouse with love and care and respect to the traditions of provencal architecture and style. We fell under the charm of the house and the village, and we are sure so will you.

Within 20 minutes you may reach Marseille airport, TGV train station or the historical center of Aix-en-Provence. You may find the free parking spots easily in the village. The studio is fully equipped and suitable for the short-term or long-term rent.

The kitchen contains oven and microvawe, induction plates, a standart size refrigerator, cofee machine, electrical kettle and a toaster. The bathroom with italian shower has all the basics for your stay: shampoo, soap, towels and a fan. You may find iron and the ironing board in the closet of the living room.
There is a double bed in a bedroom area, and a single real bed in a bedroom area that serves as a canape when not used as a bed.

There is a little terrace outdoors where you may put 2 chairs and enjoy the views of the quiet pedestrian street, sip your morning cofee or read a book.

There is no private parking, however there is plenty of free parking spots all around the village, and two public parking lots.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 8:00 PM
Check out before 5:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Is not curious and active toddler-proof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a little terrace outside

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Ventabren

Ventabren is home to this holiday home. Château de Vauvenargues and Roquefavour Aqueduct are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Carrousel Paul Cézanne and Karting de L'Etang. Hôtel de Caumont - Centre d'Art and Le Labyrinthe are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking, mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Ventabren, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Montagne Ste-Victoire - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Château de Vauvenargues - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cours Mirabeau - 28 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Hôtel de Caumont - Centre d'Art - 29 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal - 50 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • Rognac Station - 14 min drive
  • Marseille - Provence Airport (MRS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Bistrot Caire - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Cantine Du Technopole - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Table de Ventabren - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Flambée du Village Velaux - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village?

As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village on 20 Dec 2025 start from AU$62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village?

Check-in begins at 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village?

Checkout is at 5:00 PM.

Where is Character apartment with independent entrance in a beautiful quiet village located?

Situated in Ventabren, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Montagne Ste-Victoire and Château de Vauvenargues. Roquefavour Aqueduct is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Delightful stay in Ptit Chateau

Couldn't ask for more--charming and immaculate accommodations and a lovely hostess to go along with it. Highly recommend this unique and inviting spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Janet, Thank you very much for your kind words! I am glad you and your husband enjoyed your stay in Ptit Château, it was a pleasure to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Provence Hamlet

Ideal getaway on hilltop charming, tiny village - apt has simple decorations refreshingly sweet with chic accents! Great restaurant choices within 10 mins drive and easy access to big highways to other destinations of interest usually an hours drive. Most enjoyable. Helpful hostess as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Deborah, thank you very much for your review! I am glad that you enjoyed your stay at Ptit Château and the location. I am flattered to receive the compliment on decoration from the decoration professional. I am looking forward to other occasions to hosting both of you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Le petit chateau is beautiful

This little chateaux is adorable and in a beautiful town. Ventabren is small but on a big hill that has a beautiful view. Vika, our host, was welcoming and wanted to make sure we had a wonderful time. We traveled to Avignon and Arles in two days. Each commute was little more than an hour by peage. The aqueduct was very cool too. Eat at L'eouve if in Ventabren. It was delicious and well priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Rachel, It was a pleasure hosting both of you. Thank you very much for your review, I am very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Ptit Chateau!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antje S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uriges Feriendomizil in kleinem, authentischen Ort

Die kleine Ferienwohnung liegt im Zentrum eines kleinen, wenig touristischen Ortes ca 15 km westlich der wundervollen Stadt Aix en Provence. Die kleine Wohnung ist für zwei Personen zweckdienlich und komfortabel eingerichtet. Die sehr sympathischen Gastgeber stehen gerne mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Sehr empfehlenswerte Unterkunft, wenn man mit dem Auto unterwegs ist.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Dear Andre, it is only now that I return to vrbo website and see I didn’t say thank you for your review. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Vika
Verified

8/10 Good

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked having the kitchenette available. Having a freezer was nice to be able to make ice cubes for my water.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment. Beautiful village.

An amazing apa
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owner was very kind and accommodating. Village setting is quaint and beautiful.

Fantastic, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to others. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Home-Base for Provence

I had a wonderful stay on Victoria's property. The town of Ventabren is gorgeous and the perfect home-base for traveling throughout Provence. All of the famous towns are within an hour to 90 minutes away and all of the drives are beautiful. Vika's suite is private and cosy with modern updates throughout. You will have everything you need to feel right at home, especially if you are a weary traveler who just needs some rest. The town of Ventabren is very quaint and quiet and there are days you might just want to explore the area and meet the friendly locals. Above all else, Vika is a wonderful host with great communication. If you need anything, she's a call away and quick to respond. Don't hesitate to book this stay for your trip to Provence!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Has been awesome...

... to stay here, even if it only has been one night. Beautiful little village and such a pretty appartement, lovely decoration. Thank you very much again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Carolin, Thank you very much for taking your time to leave the feedback! I am glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Sanctuary!

Very neat and thoughtfully decorated space. While small, every effort has been made to ensure effective use of functional space while maintaining a sleek and minimalist esthetic, with touches of whimsy and traditional choices reflected in the linen and color scheme. Lovely spot for a stay in a quiet village. We’d happy return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Rachel, thank you very much for your positive feedback! It is great to know that you enjoyed your stay, I am looking forward to another opportunity to host you at Ptit Château!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Charming and quiet

We had a lovely stay in Ventabren. This place is perfect for two and near the amazing Dan B restaurant. Vika is a very hospitable and warm host. Enjoy your stay. If you like red wine, venture to Villa Minna in Saint-Cannat. Day trip to Les Calanques is perfect from this location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie E.

Agréable escapade à Ventabren

Belle découverte de ce village, très mignon. Le studio de Victoria est très confortable, parfait pour un couple à la recherche de calme. Victoria nous a laissé des adresses pour les repas ainsi que pour les commerces aux alentours. En revanche, nous n'avons pas eu le plaisir de la rencontrer, c'est Shannon, son assistante américaine, qui nous a très bien accueillis et qui parle très bien français. Merci à elle pour sa réactivité et sa disponibilité concernant notre arrivée.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clelia P.

Amazing cosy apartment with lots of charme

The village is unique and unique is the little apartment at the beginning of the pedestrian alley .It is beautifully decorated with rock walls painted clear , a perfect bathroom ,a kitchen ,a double bed and a single one. Comfortable little couch ,chairs and table .You can sit in the bench in front of the stairs of the alley that takes you to the top of this amazing village which has a beautiful church ,some shops and restaurants .Even one with Michelin star that is creative but quite espencive . The owner Victoria ,is incredibly nice , chatty in different languages and adorable ,ready to give you suggestions for what to do or where to eat .A great place to be !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Clelia, thank you very much for your kind words about your stay in Ptit Chateau, and for the lovely note left in the guestbook! I truly enjoyed talking to you and your husband, you are very interesting and lovely people with great sense of humour, and I am looking forward to other occasions to host both of you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary P.

Best place we stayed on our trip out of five places by far!

This was an absolutely beautiful place in a magical town. Every detail was perfect and we couldn’t stop admiring all of the special touches to the apartment. This place alone makes me was to visit provance again, I’ve been thinking about planning a trip for my moms next major birthday now. Stay here and definitely take a walk up the hill through the photo-op town and enjoy the breathtaking views up above.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Hilary, Thank you very much for your kind words. Reviews like yours boost me up with energy an optimism, and inspire me to be at my best at what I do. So glad you had a good time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Schnuckeliges Apartment in einem süßen Dorf in der Provence

Das Apartment versprüht einen romantischen Charme, ist vollständig ausgestattet und sauber. Es ist wirklich alles da, was man benötigt. Ideal für 2 Personen. Die Gastgeberin ist zuvorkommend und schnell in der Kommunikation. Absolut empfehlenswert!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Daniel, I forgot to thank you for your review, sorry about that. You are welcome to come back to Ptit Chateau anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Algirdas Z.

Exceptional!

Great place, great service, we get more than expected - big big thanx to Vika!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Thank you very much for the positive feedback, so glad to know that you liked it here! And you are welcome!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy s.

Charming village

Ventabren is the quintessential charming village. The studio is comfortably outfitted and we felt very much at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Amy, thank you very much for your review! So glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Annabel V.

Accueil chaleureux, très joli studio, merveilleux village.

À recommander
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Désolée, Annabel, j'ai oublié de vous remercier pour votre avis. C'est gentil d'avoir pris le temps de noter Ptit Chateau!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina Š.

Execellent

Everything was more than great. Thank you Victoria for informations and hospitality.We have a wonderful time in your house and in France. Whit kind regards,Tina
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Dear Tina, Thank you very much for your review. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay in Ptit Château. Looking forward to the future occasions to host you and perhaps your daughter if she decides to accompany you for your next trip to Provence! Victoria
Archival

10/10 Excellent

jonathan F.

Parfait pour un escapade en amoureux ou un week-end reposant

Nous avons passé un très bon moment.Le cadre est très agréable et décoré avec goût.Les voûtes apportent fraîcheur et repos.Ambiance romantique garantie pour les amoureux.Nous recommandons le coucher de soleil au dessus des ruines du château à quelques encablures et le petit déjeuner dans la ruelle en pierre...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Merci beaucoup, Jonathan, pour votre avis. Enchantée de vous avoir rencontré tous les deux, merci d'avoir choisi le séjour au Ptit Château à l'occasion de votre mariage! Je suis très contente que vous ayez aimé notre petit gîte. J'espère avoir d'autres occasions de vous recevoir!

About the host

Hosted by Victoria Lebedeva

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I am a real estate agent, passionate about ancient homes. I was born and grew up in Moscow, city where the the historical center is composed of few streets, maybe that's why I value architectural heritage so much. I met my future husband in Los Angeles, and then we moved together to London. My husband was born and raised in Paris. His family was coming to Provence during holidays, and it was his childhood dream come true when he received a job offer in the South of France. Our next dream come true was to find and buy a 300 year old townhouse in the heart of one of the most picturesque villages we have ever seen. We live here with our 8 year old son, and a cat, who despite all the interdictions may choose to pay you a visit when you are in the studio.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I bought our house three years ago. We discovered Ventabren by chance. We felt in love with the village, and dreamed about living in our own house here since then. We also wanted to offer seasonal rentals appartments to the guests of the region. Once we saw the house with its gorgeous vaulted ceiling room on the ground floor we wanted to stay here forever. It took us several years to study our renovation options, and styles in order to come up with the concept of the independent studio. The renovation work is over, and we are ready to host you in the house we feel passionate about.
The studio is a part of our home, each square meter of which we adore, it is so much more then an extra income for us.
Every day we feel lucky to live in a fairy tale, and we are happy to share some of the magic with you.

What makes this property unique

We are proud of every inch of the house. The cast iron rounded door, the voulted ceiling, the kitchen made by the local craftsman. Our friends call it "the little castle", and it feels quite like that. You step out of the studio in a narrow pedestrian street of our village. Most of days it is very quiet, while sometimes you may come across a bride supported by her bridemaids struggling on her hills on the stone pavement to get to the top of the street, where the city hall and the church may be found, and sometimes you may walk in the crowd of the schoolchildren going up the hill to rehearse their end-of-the-year concert, chatting and laughing on the way. The locals most likely will greet you with "bonjour", and walking through the village, or even just to the parking, you will enjoy the stunning views and architecture. We don't have clock in the house - the church bells tell us the time.

Languages:

English, French, Russian
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