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Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town

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the small courtyard at the heart of Le Jardin Secret
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Living area
Interior
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 498 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Arles Amphitheatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Camargue Nature Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Espace Van Gogh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nimes (FNI-Garons)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town

Situated in a small lane just off the Round Pont d'arenes, Le Jardin Secret is literally a secret garden and house hidden in the winding small lanes of Arles. An unprepossessing wooden door opens into a house full of sunlight from the small courtyard garden at the heart of the house. The hallway leads to a small conservatory, kitchen with domed stone ceiling and sitting room. There are two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms/showers (the second bedroom has a downstairs toilet), a small bureau and a veranda overlooking the garden. The kitchen is well equipped with a gas range, electric oven, two fridges and dishwasher. There are stairs into the basement which has recently been converted into an overflow for the kitchen with a butler sink and stone worktops for food preparation, a washing machine and a surplus fridge and freezer space. The house has internet, television gas heating and hot water. There is a washing machine, range cooker and dishwasher. The bedroom, kitchen and basement are made of stone with arched ceilings which may flake dust due to their age. the sitting room and second bedroom are only about 300 years old and a different style - mainly constructed of wood.
Please note however that the stairs are made of stone and have become uneven with age, also both sets of stairs are steeper than modern staircases.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
the house is well stocked and very comfortable and we expect guests to leave the house in the same condition that it is found in.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 1300400135825

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Arles

Arles City Centre, a neighbourhood in Arles, is home to this holiday home. Arles Amphitheatre and Cloître St-Trophime are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Domaine de Lansac and Château d'Estoublon. Le Manège d'Autrefois and Moulin de Daudet are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, horse riding and hiking.
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Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Arles Amphitheatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fondation Van Gogh - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Camargue Nature Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Espace Van Gogh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Luma Arles - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Arles (ZAF-Arles Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Nimes (FNI-Garons) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Café Malarte - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La maison des gourmands - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie L'aficion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Criquet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪L’Escaladou - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Secret garden in the Heart of the Old Town located?

Located in Arles City Centre, this holiday home is steps away from Aurelian Way, Arles Amphitheatre and Theater-Antique. Fondation Van Gogh and Arles Town Hall are also within 5 minutes. Arles (ZAF-Arles Train Station) is 12 minutes by foot and Arles Station is 12 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca

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The Camargue, its natural history, culture and heritage captured our hearts on our first visit in 1999. Shortly after that we stated looking for a small house and found Le Jardin Secret in 2003 and it has become a treasured family holiday home. Since we bought the house we have steadily been renovating her, bringing back the old stone walls to their glory, re tiling the floors, a new fitted kitchen and two new shower/ bathrooms. Gas central heating made the house comfortable year round. We recently moved from the UK to Australia. Although we were lucky enough to manage to spend a good amount of time in Arles initially we can only visit once a year and so letting the house is essential if we want to keep her - and we do! Le Jardin Secret is our European home - providing us with the natural history, culture and heritage we need to balance our life in Australia. I hope you will enjoy your stay to Le Jardin Secret and that she will enrich your life as she does ours.

Why they chose this property

Le Jardin Secret is only minutes away from the regional market on Saturdays, the Van Gough Museum, Luma Arles and the National Photography School. There is always something interesting happening in town, from cultural activities to art exhibitions, ferias and fetes. By car, it is fascinating to explore the contrasting countryside of the Camargue, the Crau and the Apilles. The seasons and rich culture mean that every time you visit, there are new experiences.

What makes this property unique

our vaulted bedroom and kitchen ceiling, small courtyard and location close to the area

Languages:

English, French

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