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Provencal Style Villa with pool in rural Provence. 5 minutes walk to the village
Villa in Callas with private pool and kitchen
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8160 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Callas, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
- Place, Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial16 min drive
- Place, Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Provence17 min drive
- Place, Eglise Saint Michel17 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Provencal Style Villa with pool in rural Provence. 5 minutes walk to the village
Les Rays is within walking distance of the medieval hilltop village of Callas with its shops, twice weekly street market, bars and restaurants. This elevated, south facing, Provencal style villa, set within 1.2 acres of olive and fruit trees, sleeps 8 and is ideal for families wishing to enjoy the beaches of the Cote D’Azur or the host of activities available in the Gorges de Verdon area. It would equally suit a couple or group of friends, seeking the peace and quiet of rural Provence and excellent food and wine. During warm weather, enjoy the large, secure, private pool and the breath-taking views from its terrace. Please note the pool is situated behind and above the house accessed by several steps, the position enhances the views and offers excellent privacy. The lounge / dining room is light and airy in the summer and opens out onto the terrace and garden. In the cooler months the house is cosy and warm with a wood burning fire. There are 4 bedrooms, 3 on the ground floor, each one with double doors opening out on the south facing terrace. 1 bedroom is a double, one a twin and one has a bunk bed. There is a downstairs bathroom with bath and shower, toilet and washbasin and also a separate toilet. The 1st floor master bedroom has a king size bed and an en-suite bathroom and shower. It also has a roof terrace where you can enjoy fresh croissants for breakfast whilst taking in the stunning views of the countryside and the village or an aperitif in the evening, watch the sunset and admire the floodlit village church.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number DCN1354HT@
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Callas
Located in Callas, this villa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pennafort Gorges Waterfall and Rock of Roquebrune, while Musée de l'Artillerie and Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Provence are cultural highlights. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, cycling and horse riding nearby.
Callas, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
What's nearby
- La Cave du Château de Lagarde - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
- Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
- Tour de l'Horloge de Draguignan - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
- Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions of Provence - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
- Eglise Saint Michel - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- L'Estanco - 6 min drive
- La Fontaine - 6 min walk
- La Taverne - 6 min drive
- Le Saint Eloi - 5 min walk
- Maison Valio - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Susan Hill
Susan, Mike and Matthew and our golden retriever live in Buckinghamshire near Marlow. Mike works in the drinks industry, Susan runs an event management company and Matthew lives in London
Having spent several family holidays driving through France to Provence and the Cote d'Azur, Susan studied French at University, worked in St Tropez as a student and lived in Paris for 2 years. Now, having stayed in the area on holidays, we love our house in Callas all share Susan's passion for the Provence-Cote d'Azur region.
Having spent several family holidays driving through France to Provence and the Cote d'Azur, Susan studied French at University, worked in St Tropez as a student and lived in Paris for 2 years. Now, having stayed in the area on holidays, we love our house in Callas all share Susan's passion for the Provence-Cote d'Azur region.
Why they chose this property
We bought the house in Callas as we love the unspoilt Var area of rural Provence and the fact that you can walk to the village of Callas with its shops, restaurants and twice weekly market. We can enjoy the other hilltop villages such as Bargemon and Fayence but we are also close to the beaches and it is an easy drive to Nice airport. We looked at several properties but Les Rays stood out from the rest because of the breathtaking view from the pool terrace and the upstairs roof terrace and that the house is so light and airy and completely private. Matthew loved the size of the pool and the boules area.
What makes this property unique
A typical day at Les Rays. Coffee on the roof terrace of the 1st floor bedroom listening to the church bells. Walk down to the village to buy fresh croissants and baguettes for breakfast on the terrace. If it is market day (Tues or Sat), have coffee at the Hotel de France with warm pastries from the boulangerie. The stalls sell local produce and there are some great gift ideas. The rest of the day you have a choice of the pool with its all day sunshine, visiting the area by car (a must - The Gorges de Verdon), a trip to the Cote d'Azur, picnics, walking, lunch in one of the hilltop villages with a glass of chilled rose de Provence. Visit the Office de Tourisme in Callas - there are activities to suit all tastes and ages. In the winter, you can ski in Grenoliers which is around 50 minutes drive. Dinner in Callas, Claviers or Bargemon - a huge choice of restaurants or a BBQ at the house but stock up with the local wine from one of the numerous vineyards beforehand! Digestive on the roof terrace to take in the view of the Gorges de Pennafort one more time before bed.
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