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Le Mas Du Philosophe, Large Traditional Villa in Provence.

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A traditional building with red shutters, surrounded by lush greenery and purple wisteria.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden table, and a chandelier.
A rustic outdoor setting with a table and chairs, a stone wall, and purple flowering vines.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a spiral staircase, and a sofa.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Simiane-Collongue, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur
  • Place, Plan de Campagne
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Arena du Pays d'Aix
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Pole d'Activites d'Aix en Provence
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marseille (MRS-Marseille - Provence)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Simiane-Collongue

Located in Simiane-Collongue, this villa is in a rural area and near theme parks. Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal and Grand Port Maritime de Marseille are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Hôtel de Caumont - Centre d'Art, or check out an event or a game at Velodrome Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Simiane-Collongue, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur

What's nearby

  • Speedwater Park - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Plan de Campagne - 17 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Jardins d'Albertas - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Arena du Pays d'Aix - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Pole d'Activites d'Aix en Provence - 19 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Simiane Station - 6 min drive
  • Marseille - Provence Airport (MRS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie le bedon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Le Grand Puech - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Côté Jardin - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mexico de Hoy - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Le Mas Du Philosophe, Large Traditional Villa in Provence. have a pool?

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

Is Le Mas Du Philosophe, Large Traditional Villa in Provence. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Le Mas Du Philosophe, Large Traditional Villa in Provence.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Le Mas Du Philosophe, Large Traditional Villa in Provence. located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Plan de Campagne, Aix-Marseille Golf and Arena du Pays d'Aix. Hôtel de Caumont - Centre d'Art and Les Allees Provencales are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful base for a summer holiday

We spent a wonderful holiday in this traditional provencal house. It has lots of luxuries to make your stay special. The location is perfect for relaxing days at home with a pool, vast grounds and a cosy fireplace. At the same time it is ideally situated for touring the region with towns like Aix-en-Provence, Marseille and Cassis as well as the Côte d'Azur at close hand. We really enjoyed our time at the "Mas du Philosophe" and will be back soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thank you very much for your kind note, we will be happy to welcome you again in Provence any time. Kind regards to the family.
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10/10 Excellent

What an amazing place

Excellent. we had a fantastic time
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thank you, we hope to see you again next summer.
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10/10 Excellent

A return to tranquility

Another great stay in this wonderful house.  It’s an island of tranquility surrounded by Nature, with a beautiful view over the tree tops. Never tire of its charming mixture of tradition and comfort. Everything needed to get away from it all while being able to dip back into the world outside whenever you want. Well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, nice big fire - it's got all we need really. Nicely off the beaten track but within easy, rapid reach of the main Provence towns. Always feel we have our own private little clearing in a majestic wood!  
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Returning visitors are our best ad, thank you ! Super guests like you are most welcome at le Mas du Philosophe.
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10/10 Excellent

Great location & totally relaxing

Our group of 4 foodies stayed there over the summer and had an AMAZING time. The house itself is quite spacious and the grounds feel like you're in your own private forest. The orchard, the pool, the patio and the house itself made us really not want to leave! The location is great: convenient to the coast but also to other parts of Provence. We made quite a few day trips to the lavender fields, as well as local vineyards. We hoped to cook frequently and were very pleased by the very well appointed kitchen. The Sunday market in Gardanne was incredible, and on other days the Carrefour and bakery, fruit stand and butcher shop in Gardanne was only 10-15 mins away. Francoise was an incredible host – providing lots of tips and suggestions even before we arrived. There was a minor issue with the circuit breaker tripping a couple of evenings but they fixed this very rapidly and it didn’t take away from the trip. We look forward to returning soon to Philosophe!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
So glad you had a great time and thanks for your kind words. You know you are always welcome. Now that we know your tastes we can maybe fix up a few special visits to wineries next time you come. We are counting on you to add to our collection of local corks to which you so kindly and abundantly donated on your last visit. All the best from sunny Provence !
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay in Provence

Our 3rd stay at this property. What I imagine is a typical Provence country house. Spacious and full of character, traditional yet with all mod cons. Off the beaten track - when you're on the veranda you feel like you're sitting next to your own private wood so quiet moments and evenings watching the sunset in the distance or calm silence broken only by cheeping birds in the morning when you're trying to wake up. But close enough to whatever type of action you may fancy, as long as you've got a car. A series of picturesque villages on the way into Aix-en-Provence which is only about 15 kilometres away, as is Marseilles with its nightlife and wonderful port. Great to be able to feel so out of the hustle and bustle of things but to be able to dive into it when you want. Another plus point's the pool, which is great in the summer though the weather just after Christmas this time was warm enough to use it too (much to our surprise).
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thank you and welcome back to Provence, we are always happy to see you here and host your wonderful family.
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