Villa Paradis, Stunning, Architect Designed Villa near Marseille only 50mts from the Beach [BR008A]

South of France Designer Holiday Villa on the Cote Bleue, near Marseille - sleeping 6-7

Minimum 3 night stays considered

This villa has been totally redesigned by an Architect to take full advantage of the location and to exploit the concept of indoor/outdoor living to the maximum.

Interior styling reflects 50's Retro and the outside decking and pool offers contemporary living - everything has been done with relaxtion in mind. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garden, Wi-Fi, boulodrome and just 50 mts from the beach - what more could you want?

On the border of Bouches-Rhone and Provence, this area of the South of France is a hidden gem. Nestling at the foot of pine covered hills in the heart of the Cote Bleue this unspoilt magical part of the Mediterranean coastline with sparkling clean waters is a great location for your holiday and Villa Paradis is just waiting for you!

Ideal location for attending events in and around Marseille, such as the Wine Fair, Tennis Tournaments or just for some peace and quiet to write that book!

South of France Holiday Villa on the coast near Marseille to sleep 6-7

This luxury villa is set over one level and is light, airy, elegant and uncomplicated - the interior decorative style is minimalist Vintage - very 50's. There is a two seater sofa normally on the outside terrace that can be moved inside if required.

As you walk into the open plan living area - the view will Wow you - the terrace, the pool, the beach and the sea - the floor to ceiling windows fold back to reveal a seamless transition from inside to outside.

This open plan space has a centralised dining table and semi-open kitchen area kitted out with high quality modern appliances.

Accommodation - there are 3 bedrooms

Bedroom 1 - with Queen size bed (160x200cm) with flat screen TV, small office area.  En suite shower room and wc.

The Owners have added a "Radassier" area to this room - sofa with many cushions so you can chill out, take a siesta - very much a Marseille tradition!

Bedroom 2 - a set of bunk beds and another single bed that slides out (sleeping a total of 3 people)

Bedroom 3 - with Queen size bed (160x200cm) with doors opening out on to the terrace and pool, with stunning sea views

There is the possibility of two extra beds being provided (they would be set up in the "hallway").

*We have not yet visited this property

This South France Luxury Villa has a fully integrated high spec kitchen with modern appliances.

Induction Hob
Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher 
Fridge/freezer
Washing machine and dryer
Coffee machine with coffee capsules
Kenwood Robot
Toaster

TV - French Channels
Marshall Stanmore speaker
Wi-Fi

Reversible air to air ventilation system (heat pump) - maintains an ambient temperature of 23°C.

Boulodrome
Table tennis table
Sea Kayak (3 seater), fishing rods, available for client use
Launching area for boats and jet skis

Gas BBQ
Hammock

Garden furniture

Cot and High Chair on request

Parking on the premises

The Holiday Villa is surrounded by 750m2 of private garden with mature trees and flowering plants. There is parking for several cars.

Beyond the Villa is the expansive 60m2 terrace and the 7m x 3.5m x 1.5m pool with stunning views to the beach and the Mediterranean. The pool is accessed by a large ladder.

The terrace is dotted with Retro style chairs, sun loungers, 3 hammocks, a 'Fatboy' for use in the pool or out and a two seater sofa - so take your pick!

A gas BBQ is located just outside the door leading from the kitchen.

Beyond the terrace is the dedicated Boulodrome - competition time! or a table tennis table if you prefer.

There is a jetty from which to launch the kayak.

The beach is only 150mts walk from the villa.

Very accessible from this South of France Holiday Villa are:

Carry-le-Rouet - on the Cote Bleue, which goes Marseille to Martigues is a well favoured holiday spot for the people of Marseille.  It is a picturesque fishing port with lovely clean beaches, clear water, beautiful walks and ultra-fresh seafood!

Sausset-les-Pins - apprx 9km set between sea and pine forests a charing port and pedestrian streets, overlooked by the 19th Century Chateau Charles Roux.

Martigues - apprx 23km - if you can tear yourself away from the beach, Martigues is charmimg - it is called the "Provencale Venice" and is located on the Etang de Berre and the eastern end of the Canal de Caronte.

Marseille - apprx 32km - a bustling, lively cosmopolitan city - the 2nd largest in France after Paris, also, Frances' largest port. Famous for Bouillabaisse and Pastis - search out the family restaurants in the smaller streets of Le Vieux Port for the best!

Aix-en-Provence - apprx 53km - once home to the artist Paul Cezanne.

La Ciotat (apprx 63km) - pretty town with cafes, bars, restaurants in the regenerated old port.

Toulon - (apprx 95km) - a pretty port with sandy beaches and shingle coves, fishing boats, yachts, ferries and the Naval Harbour. Plenty to do  - colourful markets, The National Marine Museum if you like maritime artefacts, the cable car up to Mont Faron, fashionable boutiques or people watching in the cafes.

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 Var please refer to our South France Travel Information Guide

Nearest Airports

Marseille - apprx 29km
Nimes - apprx 90km
Toulon-Hyeres - apprx 118km
Montpellier - apprx 140km
Nice - apprx 207km

Railway Station:
Avignon - TGV apprx 37km

From this South France Holiday Villa everything is close at hand, apprx 50m:

Restaurants
Supermarket
Pharmacy

Market in Carry-le-Rouet - Tuesday and Friday

Mediterranean Beach - just 50mts from this South of France Holiday Villa

Diving boats run from the nearby town - the unspoilt Cote Bleue coastline with its' clear waters is ideal for this pastime.

Fishing and Water sports available.

Les Calanques (rocky inlets) - are to be found all along this coast - nearest are Eaux Salees and de Puy.

Walking - either along the coastal path or on the hillsides amongst the aromatic pine scented Garrigue.