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Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers

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A heated pool
Sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers

Discover the enchanting Villa La Passe, a luxurious private retreat nestled in the heart of Provence. This exquisite villa boasts a heated expansive 10×5 metre swimming pool, four elegantly appointed bedrooms, three en-suite bathrooms, and an additional separate bathroom, providing the perfect sanctuary for relaxation and privacy.

Our website http://provencevillaolives.com

Step inside to find two expansive reception areas, each flowing seamlessly into a fully-equipped, open-plan kitchen adorned with granite countertops. The living areas extend onto a sun-drenched, south-facing terrace, complete with a gourmet outdoor kitchen and dining area. Here, culinary enthusiasts can delight in using the traditional wood-fired pizza oven and premium barbecue, all enhanced by the mobil sound systems for an immersive dining experience.

Positioned within several acres of terraced olive groves, Villa La Passe is just a serene ten-minute stroll from the charming village of Claviers. The village offers an array of amenities including quaint restaurants, a casual bar, a chic wine bar, a bakery, and a convenient village shop. The villa’s elevated location provides stunning views over the verdant countryside, ensuring every moment is accompanied by picturesque landscapes.

Refurbished comprehensively in 2016, the villa features travertine flooring throughout and is surrounded by multiple sunbathing terraces at both the lower and upper pool levels. The property’s south-facing orientation bathes it in sunlight throughout the day, while ample shaded areas on various terraces offer a cool retreat.

For families, the pool area is securely gated, ensuring safety for young children. The outdoor kitchen is also child-proofed and includes a shaded dining area, perfect for family meals prepared with amenities like a sink, granite countertops, and a refrigerator beside the wood-burning oven and grill.

The villa’s gardens, adorned with olive and fig trees, border a natural forest, enhancing the sense of seclusion and tranquility. Air-conditioning throughout the villa ensures comfort in every room, and for those traveling with infants, a travel cot is available. Each bedroom is fitted with a hair dryer, ensuring all the comforts of home.

Parking is plentiful, with space for two cars on the private driveway and additional parking available in front of the property.

Choose Villa La Passe for a truly unforgettable stay in Provence, where luxury meets tranquility in an idyllic setting.”

Property manager

Melanie & Dirk

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

Map
Claviers, Var

What's nearby

  • Pennafort Gorges Waterfall - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Terre Blanche Golf Course - 25 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Gorges du Verdon - 36 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Esterel Massif - 42 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Fréjus Beach - 60 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • Vidauban Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Gloire de Mon Père - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪La Grupie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant l'Estanco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Grotte Italienne - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boulangerie Oudard - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Pennafort Gorges Waterfall, Château d'Esclans, and Verdon Regional Natural Park. La Cave du Château de Lagarde and Domaine Saint-Roman d'Esclans are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Charming Provence Villa La Passe: Luxurious Pool Retreat Near Claviers Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 72 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R., Sevenoaks, Kent

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure bliss
Shhh. Don’t tell anyone but Melanie has a wonderful villa here. So convenient for the village and its restaurants and yet close to some wonderful experiences. Don’t miss the Whaipering Angel folks
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R., Sevenoaks, Kent

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply WOW!
What a wonderful villa - we liked it so much that on the first night we booked two weeks next year! The villa is large, very spacious and effectively split across many levels and spaces. With two adults (parents), an adult eldest child and a teenage child, there was space enough for all of us to come together for meals and socialising but also space to sit quietly on our own reading a book or sunbathing. The kitchen was very well equipped with the added bonus of an exterior kitchen with fridge (great for wine and beer - as well as water) BBQ and pizza oven. Melanie and Dirk were great and responded very quickly to any questions we had. The local village was a pleasant ten minute walk along a very quiet road and had all the essentials (and three very good restaurants). The villa is well located, but do think about the winding roads with hairpin bends - almost like a ski resort in parts! Great fun but take care. Highly recommended (unless you want to book the weeks when we do...).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire H., Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness
The most relaxing time
We had a wonderful stay at this villa. It is so much better that the photos. It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable, peaceful and restful. The owners have clearly taken great care to think about the small details that make this place so comfortable - cushions, baskets for storage etc the pool was wonderful. The views were fantastic. The outdoor area was really lovely. The village is very sweet and the local restaurants are great, including Le Clavero and Le Pizza van (find it on Google maps)! We loved driving to nearby villages for food and a pootle - Bargemon and Callas etc. Nartelle beach was really good for the kids - shallow water and good facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous holiday home
Wonderful house, high spec throughout with great views and plenty of space. Particularly liked the outdoor kitchen with pizza oven ( such fun) and excellent BBQ. Easy and pleasant walk into Claviers where there are 2 excellent restaurants and a wine bar, small shop and bakery. Dave and Tracey are excellent communicators and extremely helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick U.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely peaceful location and beautiful part of France.
Another fantastic stay at Dave and Tracy’s beautiful villa. We love the views from the back, overlooking the swimming pool and olive grove out onto the wooded hills. Great lounging and eating area with bbq every night and pizzas from the pizza oven. Just a 5 min walk into Claviers to the bakery and small shop. All you could wish for, oh and the air con when it hits 38 degrees!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

mikael s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in the Villa
We had a very nice and relaxing week in this lovely house. The house is perfect and the surroundings are calm and beautiful. Dave and Tracey were super helpful ahead of the trip and answered our questions throughout our stay very quickly. A highly recommended Villa for anyone looking for a peaceful holiday and a house which offers everything you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb villa, quiet, peaceful, has everything you want!
A wonderfully quiet location with super views of the surrounding wooded hills from the terrace. The villa is only a 10 minute walk to the village centre of Claviers (with bakery, small shop and several cafes/restaurants). The pool is clean and well maintained as are the facilities. The built-in BBQ and brick pizza oven within the covered terrace were easily large enough to cater for our group of seven. Three bedrooms are en-suite with the fourth also having it's own bathroom. The air-conditioning in the villa is a real bonus. Owner was very quick to respond to a couple of queries we had and was really helpful. This is just a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxing week. Just make sure you deactivate the burglar alarm BEFORE entering the kitchen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Hugh & Janeta W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Break
Dave was a great help in assisting us locate the property. The property is in a wonderful scenic part of the country. We as a party of 6 (3 generations) had a great time. Weather could have been better but we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Utilised the outdoor BBQ regularly. Pool, only once, but it was great to sit at night and enjoy the ambience the floodlit pool provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa at Claviers
Lovely villa about 10 mins walk from small village, Claviers, which has a small shop, bakery and a few restaurants. The bigger village of Bargemon is a ten minute drive and is super. The villa has great views from the terrace of the wooded hills across the valley. The house is well equipped and the air conditioning in the bedrooms is especially luxurious Three bedrooms have en-suite, the fourth also has its own bathroom and shower room (one or two of the showers and outside sink tap need investigating to improve flow). The pool is a fairly standard size, clean, and big enough to amuse the kids, with a few inflatables available. The kitchen is compact and has every thing you need (fridge and dishwasher doors also need a bit of maintenance - August 2019). However, we cooked almost entirely on the BBQ, which is well designed with an air flow from underneath, so much better than those just on a hard brick surface. We used the pizza oven once (made our own pizzas from scratch) and it worked a treat - easy enough if you watch a few you tube how to videos. The wifi worked well. The house could do with a DVD for the kids - can't remember if this was in the spec but would be a good addition. In summary we had a fantastic stay - the location is rural, lovely and quiet, and the house had most of what we wanted for our holiday. A good solid 4.5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa for large group
We had a super holiday, fab pool which the children loved Great outdoor kitchen, used barbeque and pizza oven.lots of room to spread out.the air conditioning was really good and very welcome in the hot weather. Generally very well equipped, beautiful area, did hilltop villages, beach, gorges,grasse and the lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for the area near the Bourg villages of the Var
Everything as expected - perfect location, walking distance from the boulangerie and village centre, Super outdoor facilities, Responsive property managers, We will be back if they will have us! Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Nice villa for a family get together within walking distance of Claviers. Pizza oven and outdoor eating area added to a lovely family evening. Villa only sleeps 8 adults and has a loft for one young child.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Lovely villa with great outside space
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Claviers; plenty of space inside and out for the four of us. Kindly, Dave had turned the central heating on, which given that the weather was a bit iffy, was extremely welcome. We also made use of the lovely (external) fire when outside dining (which even with aforementioned dodgy weather, was still possible upon occasion). We weren’t brave enough to use the pizza oven, but can imagine that it would be great to cook with, given a bit of time to experiment. The roads in and out of Claviers and surrounding village take a little getting used to (those hairpin bends are quite something), but we mastered them! The pool was super, although as Dave said, would be “fresh” (he was right), so dangling our feet was as far as it went. Sitting on the terrace watching the sun go down, looking at the super view, was our fave thing to do in the evenings (accompanied by a G&T or glass of wine obvs). There are lots of lovely villages and restaurants in the surrounding area, so I would recommend that everybody takes a tour around if they can. So, all in all, a great week away. And a super house to do it in. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Exceptional accommodation in beautiful typically French surroundings
Just returned from a 5 day stay at this beautiful villa. Decorated to a very high standard, modern, clean and comfortable. Village of Claviers a few minutes walk away and typically French with Boulangerie/patisserie for amazing bread and pastries, a mini supermarket, two restaurants and a locally run bar. Would recommend a car if you want to visit some of the local vineyards and taste the amazing wines. Would highly recommend Chateau Desclans and its wonderful Whispering Angel rose wine - delicious! We will certainly be returning to this gorgeous villa next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Paul R.

Excellent facilities in a wonderful location.
We enjoyed everything about the stay. The hosts provided superb facilities, including the pizza oven. The house was well furnished with all that you would need. The bedrooms were spacious and clean and the pool was one of the best we have seen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F., Palm coast, fla

Fabulous.more than one could wish for
Incredible location. Villa was amazing with every Amenity as promised. Exceeded all expectations. Would not hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

A lovely villa in a beautiful area with fab views
We were a party of eight adults and the villa was large enough for us to have our own space. The furnishings are comfortable,modern and very clean.The pool area is well equipped with loungers and shaded areas, the pool was cleaned weekly early morning so we were not disturbed by this. We spent most of our time out on the terrace enjoying the spectacular view over the valley with a glass or three of the addictive local wine. There is a large built in bbq and pizza oven, (the trick to successful pizza is polenta on the pizza peel to stop them sticking to it). We had a few trips out but the weather was so hot the pool was the best place to be. All in all we had a very relaxed,chilled out holiday which was just what was needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gareth P.

Fanstastic villa, beautiful town, gorgeous area
We were lucky enough to stay at Dave and Tracey's spacious villa in late August. Occupying a large, private plot, Villa La Passe has the feel of an upmarket and well provisioned home. Unlike some rentals where the owners clearly look to cut corners, it has a warm feel and everything you will need for a fabulous holiday. The outside kitchen and pizza oven are a real boon and the bathrooms (all four of them, three of which are ensuite) are highly speccd with honey coloured marble and have a spa-like feel. There are a number of terraces which seem to be sunny all day (35C when we visited!), meaning that our party of four adults and three children could happily relax, sunbathe or lark around to our hearts' content without ever feeling we were intruding on each other's space. It is a kilometer's walk into Claviers along a quiet, well it road. The village is very old and picturesque and is surrounded by wonderful views. It has two lovely restaurants, a pizzeria, a small bar, a boulangerie which makes amazing bread and a small convenience store. A number of similarly lovely towns are a short drive away, some with large supermarkets and, for the more adventurous, swimming lakes with a wide range of water sports. Plus, there are a number of lovely vineyards nearby who warmly welcome visitors. All in all, a great find! Gareth P, Cheltenham
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Fantastic Villa Fantastic Holiday
Well 5 stars says it all. The villa exceeded our expectations . We were a party of 8 ( 4 couples) ...we all had good sized bedrooms, our own bathrooms and loads of space to enjoy in an extremely well appointed, clean and comfortable villa. The views are magnificent and I would imagine as Autumn takes a hold will get better too. Local facilities in Claviers are more than adequate and there are supermarkets about 25 minutes away . Claviers is far enough off the beaten track to ensure peace and quiet and yet within an hour's drive in each direction there is almost too much to visit so ideal. The only trouble now is that we enjoyed the stay so much we need another holiday now to recover! Dave,Tracey and of course Fiona who met us on arrival and departure thanks so much and hopefully we will be back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Shearer

A lovely villa in a stunning area of France
We loved our stay at Villa La Passe, it was in a beautiful area in Provence Alps, Claviers was a charming little village, the restaurants were very friendly and obliging and the food was good too especially at L'Olivier. It is also well worth visiting the other villages in the area. The villa itself was very well equipped, very clean and well maintained. The view was amazing, especially from the master bedroom balcony. Definitely a villa you would enjoy coming back to you.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Eileen D.

Returning again to Villa La Passe and its charm and where it's situated will always bring us back ❤️
Had a wonderful stay yet again in this beautiful Villa! Such a quiet get away from everything, but close enough to visit the coast if you want to. We've had a fabulous stay relaxing with family, welcoming the pool in the glorious sunshine, not to mention the cote de provence rose wine! It's a must! The Villa is very well equipped and we all enjoyed making pizzas in the pizza oven and steaks on the BBQ. The Villa owners were very approachable and knowledgeable about the area and nothing too much trouble. So glad we decided to return here again, this time to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary with our family, I would definitely recommend the Villa, it's spacious and clean and views are stunningly beautiful! There is nothing you won't like about it! We would return in a heartbeat! Thank you for a fabulous holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

A perfect holiday home
What a beautiful villa in a fantastic, tranquil setting (including wild boar in the olive groves!). It was very well-equipped with everything you could wish for, spotlessly clean and well-cared for, and extremely spacious for our family of 6. It was very hot while we were there, so we made great use of the beautiful pool and terraced areas and the outside kitchen, barbecue and pizza oven. We also ate out in the village, which is itself very beautiful, very friendly, and only a short walk away... Thank you, Dave and Tracey, for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christopher John O.

Brilliant villa
This is a great villa for a large group with 4 en suite bedrooms decorated and furnished to a high standard. We also had 2 children on a mezzanine and mattress which need to be over 7 for safety and no sleep walkers. The villa is situated about half a mile outside the picturesque village of Claviers on an old railway line so level cycle or walk to the village for baguettes and pain au chocolat. The villa is quiet with little traffic on the nearby road with parking in the drive or outside on the old line. Connections by road are good with St Maxime about 40 minutes and the Verdon Gorge about an hour. The roads are well surfaced and surprisingly quiet for the end of July. The villa works really well with plenty of room inside and outside to lie in sun or shade on different decks around or over the pool. The outside eating area under cover is excellent with full crockery, cutlery, fridge and bins besides the full equipment in the kitchen. This area has a pizza oven and charcoal barbeque. The large swimming pool has a full width waterfall feature and is excellent, big enough for 6 adults and 4 children. The olive grove on from the pool is great for losing the kids when playing games. We had a fabulous holiday and can thoroughly recommend this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alison F., Wiltshire

Great house, Great Location
We arrived late on Saturday and thankfully Dave (the owner) had arranged for a welcome pack for us, everything we needed to see us through the night, including a small pack of beers! Thank you Dave. The following morning we were off exploring the house and garden. The kids had no problem finding the pool and that was them happy for the two weeks. Thankfully, we could see them in the pool from the terrace, so we could keep an eye on them. The house was great, very open, airy and clean and there are a couple of very nice villages in the location; Claviers (10 min walk for the morning bread) and Bargemon. Both villages with the usual array of typical French bars, restaurants and shops. We had a couple of trips out during our stay; to Le Muy (great market and small WWII museum) and Lac du Verdon (pedalos and more swimming). We've been holidaying in French villas and gites for over 10 years now and this place is up the top of the list for location, presentability, amenities and comfort. All in all, a fantastic two weeks, in a lovely house, in a lovely location. Would we go back? YES.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Beautiful Villa along with Stunning Views
We spent a week recently at thus beautiful villa. Everything was perfect along with the weather, clean and well maintained. Amazing outside kitchen with bbq and pizza oven which we used several times during our stay. The pool is lovely with amazing views and well maintained along with numerous terraces to sit and relax. Close enough to walk to the village for restaurants. Well placed to visit Nice, Cannes and Monaco. Overall we had a lovely week and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016