Villa Beausset, Provencale Bergerie to sleep 5, with salt water pool and large garden near Toulon and Cassis [VR020A]

South of France lovely bergerie style villa to rent, Provence sleeps 5 

Possibility of flexible arrival day on request

DISCOUNTS FOR 2 WEEKS OR MORE, 2 week bookings preferred.

This traditional character stone built bergerie is situated in a tranquil rural setting approx 3km outside the village of Le Beausset, with Toulon and Cassis under half an hour away and Bandol even closer.

Sleeping up to 5 in 2 bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms (one newly renovated for 2024), a private salt water pool (may be heated if required outside July/August at extra cost), set in a spacious garden surrounded by woodland, it is an ideal villa for a family holiday or for 2 couples.

With access to Medieval hilltop villages, quaint fishing ports, markets, fabulous wines and within reach of Marseille and Aix-en-Provence, which offer many cultural activities such as art galleries and music festivals, it is a wondeful base to explore this fabulous part of the South of France.

South of France traditional stone built bergerie in Provence

This well maintained character property offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms sleeping a maximum of 5 people. As the bedrooms are on separate levels connected only via an external stone staircase, it is unsuitable for very young children unless sharing with an adult or older teenager.

Ground floor
Kitchen with oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. There are doors opening onto the garden and terrace for easy al fresco dining.

Open plan living/dining room with dining table and chairs and French doors out to the garden.

New for 2024 is an upgraded high speed Wi-Fi based on a fibre connection There is no television however there is a radio / CD / Bluetooth mini stereo. A selection of books and boardgames are also available.

Double bed (160cm) new for 2023, ceiling fan and wall heater. Windows overlooking the garden and woodland beyond. Newly renovated for 2024 - tiled bathroom with walk in shower and wash hand basin (photos to follow). Separate wc with hand basin.

First floor - Bedroom 2 (20m2)

1 double bed (140cm) and 1 single bed (90cm), ceiling fan and wall heater. 2 small wardrobes and chairs, internal door leading to en suite shower room with modern shower cubicle double sink, seperate wc with hand basin. 

Utility space and washing machine and direct access to upper garden.

This floor has 2 external doors, one at the front opening directly into Bedroom 2 and one at the rear opening into the ensuite washroom. There is no internal access to the ground floor (kitchen, living area and Bedroom 1) which is via an external stone staircase only.

*We have not yet visited this property, however we have had many happy clients that have stayed here.

This South of France Holiday Villa is well equipped

Electric BBQ on the patio outside the kitchen
Dishwasher
Fridge/Freezer
Hob and Oven

Microwave
Juicer
Kettle
Traditional Cafetieres and coffee pots
Toaster
Iron
Hairdryer (2)

Washing machine is in the upper level washroom

CD player

Radio
Wi-Fi - Fibre installed 2024
Safe

Cot available on request
Ceiling fans

Garden furniture and sun loungers

Purpose-built pétanque area on a raised garden terrace. Pétanque set provided.

Ample private parking

South France Holiday Villa in a great location

The bergerie stands in the same grounds as a restored Mas (sometimes occupied by the owners). It has its own spacious garden and private use of the salt water pool 13.5m x 5m x 1-2m (the pool is for sole use by the guests). The pool has Roman steps for easy access and an electronic security cover. 

Summer pool temperature is normally at least 26C. (Outside high season it can be heated at a supplementary cost – price available on request).

Sun loungers on the terrace around the pool.

A private terrace and outdoor table and chairs for the all important outside dining.

There is a good sized mature garden with with lots of sunny spots and natural shade from a large Eucalyptus tree.

Purpose-built pétanque area on a raised garden terrace. Pétanque set provided.

Plenty of car parking space.

As the property is in a woodland setting, the owners have installed an electric fence to deter wild boar. Clients are asked to close the electric fence before nightfall.

This South of France Villa is well positioned to explore the region

Situated in the department of Var, just outside the village of Le Beausset. The village has a beautiful Romanesque chapel dating from the 12th century and is close to La Cadiere and Le Castelet, 2 picturesque medieval hilltop villages, and only a 25 minute drive to Toulon.

The wine region of Provence is acclaimed for its fine rosés, which are amongst the best in the world. Bandol reds, known for maturing well, are also outstanding local wines. Why not follow the Route des Vins and taste the wines of Bandol, Cotes de Provence, Coteaux Varois, Coteau Cassis and Coteaux d'Aix en Provence. 

Sanary-sur-Mer approx 18km - picturesque town with harbour, promenade, history, culture and an award winning Wednesday morning market

Bandol approx 14km - superb wines!

Toulon approx 23km

Cassis approx 26km 

Brignoles approx 46km

Marseille approx 54km - recent City of Culture - don't miss Le Vieux Port and the famous Bouillabaisse

Aix-en-Provence approx 70km

St Tropez approx 96km

The Visitors Book at the property will give more details on local activities and places of interest.

For more information about this region please refer to our Cote d'Azur Regional Guide and Provence Regional Guide

ACCESS

For more information on reaching the Cote d'Azur please refer to our South France Travel Information Guide

Nearest airport Toulon approx 27km

Marseille approx 54km - very good choice of daily direct flights from UK airports as well as competitive car hire options

Nice approx 170km

South of France by Rail:
Eurostar TGV from London St Pancras direct to Marseille St Charles (6h 28)

Regional Train services to nearest stations:
St Cyr 10km
Bandol 14km

South of France by Road:
Calais approx 1120km

Close to this South of France Holiday Villa

Approx 3km to Baker Grocers & Supermarket
Approx 4km to Cafe-bar, Pharmacy, Butcher and Restaurants

There are several very good restaurants (including some with Michelin Stars) within easy driving distance. There is a list of recommendations in the house information book.

Market day - Friday in Le Beausset approx 3.7km
There is also an award winning weekly market on Wednesdays in Sanary-sur-Mer (18km away) - 

Golf - approx 5 km at Hotel du Castellet and 15km at Golf de Dolce Fregate Provence
Horse Riding - approx 3km
Tennis courts - approx 5km
Canoe and Kayak hire - approx 15km
Water sports - approx 15km (Diving, jet-ski, sailing, etc)
Bike hire - approx 4km

Nearest beaches - 15-20km. La Ciotat, St.Cyr, Sanary-sur-Mer, Bandol, Cassis