La Valentine

About this property

Set in a Mediterranean garden with its gorgeous swimming pool, La Valentine offers a relaxed yet stylish setting for families and friends seeking a modern Provençal escape. The villa’s simple yet attractive open-plan interiors are designed for easy living, where light flows effortlessly through glass doors onto shaded terraces and sunny outdoor spaces.

The private garden invites lingering afternoons with a heated pool as its centrepiece. A shallow-entry plage makes it perfect for younger guests to splash around, while the surrounding terrace is equipped with loungers for relaxation. There’s a gas barbecue and a shaded dining spot whether enjoying slow lunches, long evening meals or early breakfasts before the day’s adventures unfold.

Inside, four air-conditioned bedrooms are spread over two floors, offering flexible accommodation for families or couples travelling together. A well-equipped kitchen makes self-catering a breeze, and the open-plan living and dining area feels bright and comfortable.

Set in a residential hamlet near Saint-Savournin, the villa enjoys a convenient location. You’re just minutes by car from restaurants, a bakery and supermarket, and only 18km from the cultural heart of Aix-en-Provence. Lose yourself in its bustling markets, Roman fountains, and lively café terraces. A little further, the coastal gem of Cassis awaits with its colourful harbour, fresh seafood restaurants and unforgettable boat trips to the dramatic Calanques.

With the villages, olive groves and vineyards of Cézanne’s beloved Montagne Sainte-Victoire within easy reach for day trips, and the beauty of Mediterranean sandy beaches in the other direction, La Valentine makes a superb base for exploring the region at your own pace.

La Valentine is located in a residential area just outside the village of Saint-Savournin (3km), a fine base for visiting Aix-en-Provence and the Mediterranean coast, just over half an hour from Marseille Provence Airport.

Just a couple of minutes by car, Saint-Savournin is a characterful village with centuries-old architecture, a picturesque church and a laid-back vibe. Local amenities within a 5 to 10-minute drive include a supermarket, bakery, restaurant and pizzerias.

Only 20km north lies the elegant city of Aix-en-Provence, known for its refined boulevards, vibrant café culture and rich artistic heritage. Wander through the cobbled streets and soak up the atmosphere of one of France’s most beautiful markets, bursting with seasonal produce, flowers and Provençal treasures. Aix also offers an exceptional range of dining options, from charming bistros to haute cuisine, alongside boutique shopping and world-class cultural attractions.

Nature lovers will be drawn to the iconic Montagne Sainte-Victoire, whose rugged slopes inspired Cézanne and offer countless opportunities for hiking, cycling and climbing. The surrounding countryside is a patchwork of vineyards, olive groves and hilltop villages such as Puyloubier (24km) and Rousset (15km), where you can sample local wines and soak in breathtaking panoramas of the Provençal landscape.

For coastal adventures, head south to the picture-perfect town of Cassis (30km), just over half an hour away. Famed for its sparkling turquoise waters and colourful harbour, Cassis is a gem of the Mediterranean. Enjoy fresh seafood on a restaurant terrace or embark on a boat trip to explore the stunning fjord-like inlets of the Parc National des Calanques, an area also loved by hikers. A little further along the coast, the golden beaches and relaxed charm of La Ciotat (32km) and Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer (41km) invite leisurely days by the sea.

Accommodation

Villa Interiors

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Entrance hall
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Living-dining room with TV (with UK news channels), DVD and Wi-Fi internet. Door opens to terrace.
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Kitchen with dishwasher, breakfast table and chairs, fridge freezer, oven and hob and microwave
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Utility room (exterior access) with washing machine
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Bedroom 1 with king-size double bed, air-conditioning and ensuite walk-in shower and twin sinks
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Separate WC
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Bedroom 2 with double bed, air-conditioning, terrace access and ensuite shower and sink

First Floor (via open-tread stairs)

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Bedroom 3 with double bed and air-conditioning
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Bedroom 4 with double bed and air-conditioning
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Bathroom with bath/ shower and sink
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Separate WC

Outside Grounds

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Heated pool (7x4m, depth: 1.5m) with shallow entrance 'plage' area. Pool heated approximately mid-May to mid-September
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Sun terrace and loungers
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Hammock
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Shaded dining terrace with gas barbecue/griddle
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Large private lawned garden (1,000 m²)
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Gated private drive with parking

Other Facilities

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Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)