Ideally located Provence home with private pool on 1 acre, for family + friends – Home 20521 House
- 4 bedrooms
- 8 sleeps
- min stay varies
Ideally located Provence home with private pool on 1 acre, for family + friends – Home 20521
- House
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 8
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 20 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
The Reading Nook is a charming, pleasant family home in traditional provencal mas-style, tucked away in the village of Fuveau 15 minutes south of Aix-en-Provence at the foot of Cezanne's mountain Ste. Victoire and 25 minutes from the Mediterranean beaches. Set on 1 acre, it is a comfortable 4 bedrooms, and sleeps 8. The home is full of rustic character - hand carved post, wooden ceiling beams, pine doors, framed picture windows, and simply but tastefully decorated, with French quilts, Sanderson/Laura Ashley soft furnishings, Villeroy and Boch baths, Horus Victorian taps, Porcelanosa tiles. The house is aptly named as it a haven from the modern world, providing a corner for rest, relaxation and reading. It is ideal for couples and retirees, a family with children looking for run-around space, two families sharing or family reunions. With woods, a terraced garden, fruit trees, and a pool to lounge by.
Whether your passions are the arts, history, physical activities, foods and wines, touring or antiquing, Provence has it all. Aix-en-Provence, home of impressionist painter Paul Cezanne and French literary author Emile Zola, hosts the premier summer arts and cultural festivals flocked to by the Parisians. Within an hour's drive is Avignon, home of the Vatican for 400 years, Baux-de-Provence - noted as 'the prettiest (medieval) village' by the French, Nimes and Arles - home to Van Gogh, and chic St. Tropez and Cannes. Nice is 90 minutes away, Italy and skiing are just 2 hours away. Too much activity? Just want to sit still and relax on your vacation? A pool, hammock, barbecue, house stocked with books and videos, large yard for children to run around in and children's playthings, boardgames, the Provencal sun…The Reading Nook.
Further details indoors
The original owner built the Reading Nook, and you will see his handiwork carved on the wooden porch post as you enter the house. The sunken living room and raised dining room are floored in limestone tiles, with French doors that open to the back yard. Both rooms are decorated with rose motif Laura Ashley curtains and the living room is stocked with books, mini-stereo, small TV and DVD player. By the fireplace in the living room there is a marbled hallway which houses all the videos and leads into a separate room that has been set up as a playroom, with its own French doors exiting to the back. The playroom has boardgames and some toys, plus a black iron-framed daybed that can used for separate sleeping facilities, if required. The dining room boasts an unique oak hutch built into the wall, also accessible on the other side in the charming yellow and blue tiled kitchen, which has an exterior door that exits to the outside patio. A mirrored pine door in the kitchen leads to the laundry and storage, with washing machine and dryer. Off the dining room is a powder room decorated in lavender jouy toile wallpaper, and beside it, behind a rustic pine door, a double sized bedroom with sized yellow-cream sleigh bed, covered with a light rose French quilt.The entry hallway, stairwell and upstairs hallway are all in bright happy Provencal yellow. Lavender sprigs from the garden hang from the ceiling beams in the upstairs landing. All bedrooms have wooden ceiling beams and both bathtubs in the bathrooms upstairs boast deep bathtubs and antique Victorian style taps. The main bathroom also has a separate shower. The master bedroom has a queen size bed and an en suite, and is decorated in a rose and blue print. The 2nd bedroom has bunkbeds and is decorated in different shades of deep sky blue and azur blue, depicting the rich dawn and dusk skies of Provence. Fluorescent stars on the walls near the ceiling beams complete the sky theme. The 3rd bedroom is in light lavender and has 2 twin beds covered in floral provencal quilts. Both the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have bookcases holding a number of children's books for different ages.
Further details outdoors
The yard is rectangular in shape, with the house in the middle. To the left of the house, is a 6 foot dry stone wall overlooking an expanse of pine woods, with a basketball hoop in a clearing. The front of the house has been landscaped, with a low picturesque dry stone wall and graceful steps on the left side. The yard to the right has been terraced at 3 levels, with two 2-foot dry stone walls separating each terrace. The upper terrace has fruit trees. The lower terraces provide good play or lounging about space, as does the back yard. The back patio, set in pretty white stone, offers easy entry into the kitchen and dining area. To the right of the house is a pathway leading to the 5x10 pool and poolhouse that is separate from the house, situated in a private, quiet location surrounded by mature shrubs and accessed only by a large locked wooden gate,.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 4: Full bed - 1 Full bath, 1 Shower, 1 Attached (ensuite)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($646.27) €600.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
About the owner
Susan C.
- Calendar last updated:
- 12 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 17
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
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- Very Good
- 1
- Average
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“Great country house”
We enjoyed the space of this fully equipped home in the countryside. Easy grocerie shopping nearby. Nice large pool and garden. Well maintained.
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“A wonderful house for families”
The house has five good bedrooms, a lovely garden with pool, and outdoor dining. We loved the Intermarché nearby, where the food and the Poulet Fermier are delicious. There are many great Prov… More
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“Lovely Provençal home”
In countryside close to lovely Fuveau and 15km to Aix. Easy to get to towns in Southern France, close to motorways. Feels like home...well equipped and very comfortable. Highly recommended!
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“Wunderschöner Familienurlaub”
Das Häuschen The Reading Boom ist wunderbar für einen Familienurlaub geeignet. Es ist sehr sauber, groß und absolut gemütlich. Der Garten drum herum ist riesig und ein kleines eig… More
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“Très belle maison”
Endroit très agréable ,parfait pour une grande famille comme la nôtre et la dame qui nous a accueilli très sympathique.
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“Lovely family home in a stunning part of France”
A group of us spent a memorable week-end here in September. The house is perfect!! Lovely outdoor seating/eating area, stunning pool area, with sooo much space. Would heartily recommend it for a f… More
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“Perfect for relaxing”
Great place to stay and relax. Had plans to spend every day touring Provence but that went out the window and we spent most of our time relaxing by the pool in the fabulous surroundings. Was perfect f… More
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“Fantastic Family Holiday in South of France”
My sister and I and our families have just returned from a fabulous holiday staying in the Reading Nook. The house was perfect for a family and the pool and patio areas were beautiful. Fuveau is a gre… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your kind comments. We're very glad you enjoyed your stay! This was our intention with the Reading Nook - a comfortable place where families could enjoy their time having reunions with family members, or friends, or just relaxing on their own. Especially during the summer with the pool! We're also happy that you took advantage of the Reading Nook's location and were able to visit so many beautiful sites. Provence is a great place. We are also very fortunate to have such a good team on-the-ground and am glad you found them very helpful. We look forward to welcoming you back again to The Reading Nook!
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“Wonderful holiday in a beautiful, comfortable home, well-situated.”
My husband and I, with our 8 year old son stayed here over the summer for a couple of weeks and enjoyed it thoroughly. The home is beautiful and spacious with all the comforts to make your holiday re… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your kind comments on The Reading Nook. We're glad your family enjoyed the stay, and your son found good amusements at the home. We've set up our home especially for family gatherings, and with children in mind, so we're glad you were able to take advantage of its offerings, and its close proximity to Aix and other sights. We welcome you back and look forward to your return to The Reading Nook.
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“Wonderful place for a holiday”
We loved everything about this place - it's big, plenty of space for the kids, comfortable, good quality furniture inside and out, very large kitchen, separate laundry, the grounds are massive an… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your kind comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and our on-ground team were happy to support you. We're glad your whole family was able to make use of all the amenities provided, as we try to ensure The Reading Nook is a wonderful home-y place for families of all ages and for family reunions. We're very happy that you were able to enjoy Provence and The Reading Nook to its fullest and had a great holiday! That's the magic of Provence. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Susan (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Susan (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Susan (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Susan the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Susan (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Susan (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Susan (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Susan (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Susan (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Susan (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Susan (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Susan (the owner) a message.
If Susan (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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