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Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence

Le Petit Bijou is in the Provencal town of Saint Rémy-de-Provence in southern France and is owned by the author Vicki Archer. The house is inspired by the spirit of Vicki's books ''My French Life'' and ''French Essence'' .

Le Petit Bijou underwent a two year restoration led by the talented local architect Hugues Bosc and has been decorated by Vicki with many pieces sourced from local brocantes.

Vicki has created something that works for those who would like to discover Provence in a stylish way. Le Petit Bijou is all about providing a supremely comfortable retreat after a day of discovery in the region.

Le Petit Bijou is an air-conditioned, two story village house with a sitting room and dining area on the ground floor with a connected kitchen, guest powder-room and a lobby room. The first floor comprises a master bedroom and a double bedroom. The double bedroom opens onto a terrace with views over the garden of the historic Hôtel de Sade and the village rooftops. There is a separate WC and a bathroom with a shower and bath on the first floor.

Le Petit Bijou was featured in the August 2014 edition of ''25 Beautiful Homes''.

Le Petit Bijou is right in the center of Saint Rémy-de-Provence in the historical precinct close to the Musée des Alpilles and the Hôtel de Sade. It is in a quiet street off the rue Carnot with its restaurants, a patisserie and a presse. Saint Rémy’s Wednesday market is only a few hundred metres away. The spectacular Alpilles mountain range and the gorgeous village of Eygalieres are nearby.

Saint Rémy-de-Provence is a brilliant jumping off point for Avignon, Aîx-en-Provence, Arles, Maussane-les-Alpilles, Marseille, Nimes and the Camargue. The Luberon, Gordes and Sénanque Abbey with its lavender fields are about 50 minutes away.

The area is well served with transport links.
By train: It is 20kms and 25 minutes’ drive from the TGV fast train station outside Avignon. The TGV operates direct to Avignon from London in the summer months and from Paris year round.
By air: It is 75kms and about 55 minutes’ drive from Marseille Provence airport. There are daily flights to Marseille from London by British Airways, EasyJet and Ryanair and by Air France from Paris. XL Airways operates a New York to Marseille service. The smaller Avignon airport (20kms and 20 minutes) is served by Flybe from Southampton.
Rental cars are available at Avignon TGV train station, Avignon Airport and Marseille Provence Airport.

Inside the property:

• Salon
• Entrance hall
• Kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher
• Two air-conditioned double bedrooms with high-quality Treca beds and views of the village, one with a terrace
• One bathroom with free-standing bath and separate shower
• Two WCs
• Reverse cycle air-conditioning and double glazed windows
• Wide screen television with Canal Plus satellite TV and Netflix
• Unlimited high-speed wireless Internet throughout the house
• Telephone for local calls
• Nespresso coffee machine and capsules
• High grade bed linen and towels from the White Company
• Soaps, shampoo, conditioner and hairdryers
• Separate laundry with washing machine, a dryer and consumables
• Mid-week housekeeping for rentals of seven days or more
• Cooking and extra cleaning by arrangement with the Manager
• Detailed written guide on Le Petit Bijou and the surrounding area
• Service by phone or email for recommendations or troubleshooting
• Alarm system and round-the-clock support for emergencies

Special requests can always be arranged via our local property manager, who is on hand to ensure a perfect holiday experience.

Property manager

David Archer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Smartphone free calls (unlimited)
  • Smartphone data usage (unlimited)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Saint-Rémy-De-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur

What's nearby

  • Alpilles - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Centre d'Art Presence Van Gogh - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Les Antiques - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monastery of St. Paul of Mausolus - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Archaeological site of Glanum - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Graveson-Maillane Station - 12 min drive
  • Avignon (AVN-Caumont) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Café Riche - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Goustarou - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪L'Aile ou la Cuisse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Creperie Lou Planet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chapeau de Paille - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Alpilles, Alpilles Regional Natural Park, and Musée des Alpilles. Centre d'Art Presence Van Gogh and La Folie du Pain are just steps away.

Luxury Village House In The Heart Of Historic St.Remy-De-Provence Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kristi m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
This home was beautiful! Everything about it was perfect. The location, the home itself was very comfortable and wonderfully appointed and Patricia, the house manager, was so easy to work with and helpful! I can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer holiday in St. Remy-de-Provence
We were three adults (one couple plus a friend), and we were very comfortable during our 10-day stay. Le Petit Bijou is in a perfect location-within the town center, but also extremely quiet and peaceful. It was so lovely and quaint, in fact, that passers-by were constantly taking pictures of the facade! However, there was plenty of room and privacy within the apartment. The kitchen and bathroom amenities were luxurious and plentiful. Patricia, the concierge, was attentive, helpful, and friendly.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Comfortable
Our stay in St. Remy was perfect. The house is beautiful and in an ideal central location. All the amenities were provided, and the property manager was exceptional. She was very helpful and always available. We look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Provence Vacation
We totally enjoyed our time spent in Provence and specifically at Le Petit Bijou. We spent our days sightseeing and returned mid afternoon to enjoy the comfort of the home. We especially enjoyed our evening/afternoon cocktails on the small balcony off the guest bedroom. The TV has every channel you need to watch shows and movies in english. We were not impressed with the internet speed. You could not access the internet upstairs. The parking is not allowed near the home. But it is only a 4 minute walk to a city parking lot with free parking. Restaurants, cafes and most importantly to us, a bakery is very near. We were very pleased with our choice for our Provence vacation. Thank you David, Vicki and Patricia the house manager.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Every moment of my star was better than imagined. The last cation is perfect. The concierge is above perfection. I look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once in a Lifetime
We have visited St Remy a number of times, but staying at Le Petite Bijou made it a trip my husband and I will never forget. Every thoughtful choice and accommodation was chosen by the Archers to provide a unique blend of luxury and comfort. In the middle of town, and yet you feel as though you are in the countryside. And House Manager, Patricia, responds to any requests with lightening speed so as not to disrupt any plans you have. Treat yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay ever
Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A truly perfect location and a beautifully appointed house with everything you need!
It is right in the heart of Saint Remy de Provence, and you can easily walk to everything. The house is also very quiet, tucked back just behind the square. A peaceful clean oasis but close to restaurants and shops. We visited many of Provence's beautiful villages, and this was a perfect home base. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Loved the location and the lovely two story home. Would definitely stay here again. St. Remy is a great home base for seeing the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal…hated to leave
The property was better than expected. But where it was located and finding the property manager…. Who did NOT know we were coming was a nightmare. Owner did not relate to manager. If it weren’t for a restaurant owner who knew the manager and had said previous problems he had noticed… we would NEVER have located the property!!! Thank God we found the wonderful property manager by a phone call via the restaurant owner!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Gem
Wonderful property! Location was perfect. Pleasant and responsive manager! Just what we expected. Small for two couples but great for girls or one couple. Parking was a challenge like every place in St Remy but manageable. We would highly recommend Petit Bijou! You will love it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peak experience in Saint Remy
Excellent 4 night home base, real homey, good parking, Wednesday market day, good communications, etc. Magical & enchanting. We plan to come back and wouldn’t stay anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We have enjoyed Le Petit Bijou on three (3) different vacations. We will return again! Home away from home!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cissy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect house
Our stay was wonderful. The house was perfect and staying there was the highlight of our trip to France. We will recommend it to all our friends. Patricia was so kind and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Lovely
We loved everything about our stay and would stay again for sure. We also are grateful to have chosen St. Remy instead of the other, larger towns that were not at all as charming as we were led to believe. St. Remy IS charming!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Provence
The house is lovely and the location is fantastic! Would absolutely stay here again and hope to be back next year!A truly magical and authentic Provence experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Absolutely lovely home in St Remy. My sister and I stayed for 3 nights on a recent girls trip. We didn’t want for anything. The decor and amenities were perfect. The home is walking distance to everything in St Remy and so quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T., Bow

Liked: Cleanliness
A chic respite right in town
This beautiful home is right in the center of medieval St. Rémy, with grocery, patisserie, and restaurants a 5 min. walk. Two bedrooms are on the 2nd floor, the kitchen had all modern essentials, laundry supplies were available, and my 80 year old parents appreciated the walk-in shower (while I claimed the clawfoot bath). Many unexpected treats were also kindly included, such as exquisite bath oil, shampoo, etc., candies, a bottle of wine, and fresh milk for the Nespresso machine. The manager is delightful and most attentive. She doesn't speak English, but is a dab hand with her translator app, and we were able to communicate fine. We also learned how to translate emails, so that was a good skill to acquire. This chic, comfortable respite is on our list of "must return".
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Great and wonderful experience. Highly recommend this home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
I can't say enough about how amazing this property and stay was. It exceeded expectations - perfect location and wonderful host. I wish we had extended our stay here vs moving on to the next. It has been my favorite stay so far - I would come back here in a heartbeat. I highly recommend it - you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Le Petit Bijou is indeed a JEWEL!!
Our family (husband, myself, daughter and son-in-law) trip to Provence included a stay at Le Petit Bijou which we used as our home base. We were extremely pleased with the accommodations and location of the apartment. The apartment was modern and yet, at the same time, quintessentially French in a shabby chic way. It was abundantly stocked and came with extras that most short-term rentals do not supply such as four (4) robes, soaps, room candles, and an abundant supply of teas and Nespresso coffee pods in various flavors. There were five (5) beautiful live white orchids spread around the unit and plenty of lovely books to browse. Even before we arrived, the generous hospitality started with owner David Archer assisting with dinner reservations. Then during our stay, Patricia, who welcomed us at check-in, texted daily to insure we were having a pleasant time in sassy St. Remy. The food market was a stone throw away and could not have been more convenient for keeping the refrigerator stocked. The shops and restaurants were all with-in walking distance.. The rental description of Le Petit Bijou was completely accurate and should boast even more about what a little jewel it is! We hope to return to St. Remy and would definitely rent again! Merci! The Andersons
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel L., Graeagle

Liked: Cleanliness
Le Petit Bijou is all that the name implies. It is quintessential Provence & beautifully appointed.
Patricia, the house manager, met with us upon arrival & departure. She is an absolute delight! The property is in the very heart of St. Remy. The property owners were most helpful in answering questions & arranging airport transfers. We felt as if we were living like locals. What a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

Great stay in the heart of St. Remy
Our family of four (two teenagers) stayed here for 3 nights. Bright, airy space, in the historic pedestrian area of St. Remy. Fabulous location, an easy 2-minute walk to cafes, ice cream and shops. Le Petit Bijou was clean and well equipped with special attention to details. St.Remy is a vibrant town (bigger than a village) with easy access to so many areas; Avignon, beautiful Les Baux, even the seaside town of Cassis (a 90 minute drive). The host let us check in early, which was greatly appreciated, and was attentive to our concerns. We also had a parking spot right outside of our home, although several neighbors advised us not to park there on market day, as the street was very narrow for cars to pass through and we risked getting our car dented/scratched.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Deloyd J., Atlanta

Stunning, idyllic, South of France fairy tale
Pictures don’t do this beautiful home justice! We were excited before we ever got there then completely charmed and blown away when we arrived. Christiane, who met us had everything in perfect order- and though she spoke very little English and we spoke even less French we managed to charade our way through all the instructions and operations. She was a delight and cheerfully available whenever we had questions. The home was perfection from top to bottom and embellished with so many gracious, homey, details; orchids everywhere, books in the cabinet, charming vignettes of objet on the tables, nice fabric hand towels, wonderful bedding, well thought out storage for luggage and clothes. Vicki Archer has infused every inch of this charmer with her spirit and wonderful hospitality. We really felt like guests. The petit little house was a wonderful home base for our exploration of the South of France and St Remy de Provence was one of my favorite little villages-so quaint and quintessential. There are wonderful restaurants around the village, lovely shops, and interesting excursions all within walking distance. We’ve rented many vacation homes- and usually we find very very good ones- but this place stands out as the very best. Robert Johnson-Jones
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

Charming, comfortable, central
We had a wonderful stay. The apartment was perfect for two couples; extremely comfortable as well as beautifully decorated. We loved the location in the old town of St Remy and enjoyed exploring the laneways. The house was also a great base for day trips to the Luberon, the Pont du Gard and Les Baux and the Carrières de Lumières. We should have scheduled in extra downtime so we could spend more time enjoying the ambience of a beautifully restored old stone house. People watching from the dining table was great fun. Parking was occasionally challenging but usually worked out.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017