This village home in Provence sleeps up to 8 guests across four en suite bedrooms and features an attractive terrace with swimming pool. It is located in Fontvieille, only 10km from Van Gogh’s beloved Arles. Indeed, Maison Juplier is a fantastic base for exploring Les Alpilles, the Camargue and beyond. The farmhouse has been renovated to create an inviting holiday abode with traditional features alongside contemporary amenities such as air-conditioning and a stylish well-equipped kitchen. A queen-size double bedroom is on the ground floor whilst two further doubles and a twin, all with en suite showers, can be found upstairs (across two wings via the home’s unique stairs). The interior design of this semi-detached maison is simple yet chic with touches of French charm and character.   It feels like such a privilege to have your very own swimming pool outside for warm summer days as well as a terrace for al-fresco dining by the barbecue and space for a game of pétanque. There’s also private parking although you won’t need your car to reach local restaurants and shops – the heart of Fontvieille is just at the end of the lane. Fontvieille is a traditional village in Les Alpilles with restaurant terraces beneath the plane trees, a useful range of shops and a supermarket as well as an old cinema and bullring. It is home to the iconic Moulin de Daudet and a pretty walk between the windmills, Le Sentier des Moulins, where you can appreciate the beautiful scenery that inspired the French author, Alphonse Daudet. The historic town of Arles is only 10km away, loved for its Roman colosseum, amphitheatre, art exhibitions and Van Gogh heritage. Other gems within easy reach include Les Baux-de-Provence and Maussane-les-Alpilles whilst artistic Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is only 20 minutes by car, famed for its Wednesday morning market. The captivating Camargue is another wonderful day out, a paradise for horse-riding enthusiasts and wild nature lovers. Alternatively, simply hire bikes and explore the nearby landscapes of Les Alpilles passing olive groves, distant windmills and woodland, stopping off at farms, little villages and gastronomic restaurants in this lovely corner of Provence.  Features: Maison Interiors (160m²) Ground Floor  -    Lounge with fireplace -    Kitchen-diner, well-equipped including electric oven, fridge, microwave, induction hob, dishwasher, kettle, toaster and coffee machine -    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and shower room -    WC Upstairs (two different wings, via two sets of open-sided stairs) -    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and open shower room with WC -    Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and open shower room with WC -    Bedroom with twin beds and open shower room with WC The shower rooms are open-plan to the bedrooms. Outside Grounds -    Swimming pool (7x3.5m, depth: 1.5m with three steps) with submerged safety shutter  -    Barbecue -    Terrace with table and chairs -    Pétanque court -    Private parking Facilities -    Wi-Fi -    Air-conditioning -    TV -    Hairdryers -    Washing machine and dryer Location: Maison Juplier is in the authentic Provençal village of Fontvieille, just 10km north-east of Arles and around 45 minutes by car from Avignon and Nimes. It’s great to be able to stroll down the little lane and be in the heart of bustling Fontvieille within a couple of minutes. The village is home to a supermarket, shops, cafes, restaurants, a traditional cinema and even a bull-ring. Hire bikes to explore the local area and come across glorious walks including Le Sentier des Moulins which passes the landscapes that so inspired the French author, Alphonse Daudet. Car hire is necessary to fully appreciate the surrounding region. Arles (10km) is a short drive away and a fantastic day out, passing the majestic Abbaye de Montmajour (4.5km) en route. Arles itself is home to the Roman colosseum and amphitheatre as well as art galleries, photography exhibitions and Place du Forum where Van Gogh painted ‘Café Terrace at Night’. Gastronomes can take advantage of the many excellent restaurants in the town and look out for the delightful Saturday morning open-air market. Heading towards the heart of Les Alpilles, stop off for lunch in Maussane-les-Alpilles (8km) or continue towards hilltop Les Baux-de-Provence (9km), one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’. The scenery of the Baux valley is beautiful with endless olive groves and woodland, ideal for long walks, horse-riding and hiking. Visit the vibrant Wednesday morning market in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (17.5km), an artistic town known for its galleries and Van Gogh heritage, and explore the very charming village of Eygalières (26km) with its high-end restaurants. There are plenty of opportunities to try regional produce across local farms such as cheese, honey, olive oil and wine-tasting of course. Other fantastic days out include the Camargue with its incredible natural landscapes, a paradise for bird-watchers, nature lovers and outdoor adventurists. Then there’s the wonderfully preserved Roman sites of Nîmes (38km), the magnificent Pont du Gard (33km) and the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Avignon (32km).   When travelling to Maison Juplier, fly into Nîmes, Avignon or Marseille Airports or arrive by train with Gare d’Avignon TGV around half an hour by car (TGV services from Paris to Avignon take around 2 hours 45 minutes). The nearest train station is Arles (9km) with connections towards Marseille, Avignon Centre and beyond. Terms & Conditions: Security deposit? €600 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. Arrival time? 5.00 p.m. Departure time? 10.00 a.m. Changeover day? Saturday. All other changeover days on request. Minimum stay? 7 nights. All other durations on request. Energy costs included? Included from end-April to end-September. Extra cost from October to mid-April based on electricity meter readings, payable locally. Linen & towels included? Yes. Pool towels included? Yes. Pool heating charge? Extra charge, payable locally. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Pool opening dates? Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. End of stay cleaning included? No. €150, payable locally. This is for a standard changeover clean. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Pets welcome? On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. Smoking Allowed? Not allowed. Tax? French Visitors Tax payable locally (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). Other Ts and Cs? Please note that the stylish shower rooms are open-plan to the bedrooms. Insurance? Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for civil liability as well as cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. A copy of this policy may be requested by the owner before arrival.