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Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees

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Set amidst 60+ olive trees, landscaped terraces with gorgeous views and pool.
Lots of room for fun and games!
Looking towards villa with valley beyond.
The rose-covered entrance to the villa, on a hillside above Callas
Private pool and short path to villa. Pool has attractive iron fence for safety.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Callas, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Pennafort Gorges Waterfall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Saint-Endréol Golf Club
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Terre Blanche Golf Course
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Frejus (FRJ)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main floor full bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Powder room

Toilet

Upper bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees

This beautiful villa with pool sits on a quiet terraced hillside acre with a lovely established garden and 60+ olive trees. It sits in the heart of rose country and overlooks Callas, a charming village just a walk away with shops including an award-winning patisserie/bakery, grocery store, olive mill and shop, post office, restaurants, a great weekly market, and services. Walk for your morning croissants, fresh fruit and cheese or evening meal!

Comfortably furnished with plenty of local antiques and art, this classic provencal villa offers many outdoor and indoor living spaces in which to relax and enjoy your holiday. One hour drive from the Nice and Toulon international airports and the train station at Aix-en-Provence, and only 15 minutes’ drive from the A8 motorway. Avignon and Marseilles are approximately one and a quarter hours away.

There is lots to do for every taste. Food and wine lovers will enjoy visiting the many nearby restaurants (from simple fare to Michelin-starred), vineyards and lively markets including the fabulous Sunday market at Le Muy. Outdoors enthusiasts will love the many nature hikes, biking, golf, Lower Alps skiing; sailing, boating and fishing; and natural wonders such as the Gorges du Verdon. Culture buffs will find artistic sights like the Venet Foundation, Bargeme and other ancient villages, beautiful monasteries and Roman ruins, as well as more contemporary places to see and be seen like St. Tropez, Cannes and other famed beaches. Most are within 20-30 minutes' drive.

The entrance to the villa is welcoming, with a light-filled entrance hall and guest toilet. A staircase to the right of the entrance hall leads to two second floor bedrooms, each with twin beds, and a full bathroom including bath and shower. Several steps lead down from the entrance to the main floor. The left wing of the main floor contains one bedroom with twin beds and lovely antiques, a full bathroom with shower, and a master bedroom with a king-sized bed and French doors leading to the outdoor terrace and a wonderful view of Callas. To the right, the main floor dining room has a large antique dining table able to seat 10 and French doors leading to an outdoor terrace, shaded in wisteria. The living room has a sofa, armchairs, fireplace and, hidden behind antique armoire doors, a satellite television and sound system; the living room also has double French doors, leading on to the outdoor terrace and looking out over Callas. The well-equipped kitchen leads to a covered outdoor summer kitchen with built-in barbeque and sink, and a large terrace with a teak dining table able to seat 10, with an awning that can be rolled out for shade if desired. Also attached to the kitchen is a garage/utility room, with a washing machine, large freezer, and drying rack.

Available year-round. Centrally heated. Not equipped for babies or very young children. No pets or smoking please.

Keywords: House, Villa, View, Pool, Comfortable

Property manager

Julia Deans

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not equipped for very young kids (no crib etc.)
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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

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 first aid kit

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 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 holiday home is near theme parks. La Cave du Château de Lagarde and Château d'Esclans are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pennafort Gorges Waterfall and Aurelian Way. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Callas, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Pennafort Gorges Waterfall - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Saint-Endréol Golf Club - 20 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Domaine Rabiega - 24 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Terre Blanche Golf Course - 30 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Gorges du Verdon - 36 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Vidauban Station - 30 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Grupie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La bière dracenoise - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant l'Estanco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Grotte Italienne - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boulangerie Oudard - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable provencal villa with great views, pool, garden & 60+ olive trees located?

Situated in Callas, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pennafort Gorges Waterfall, La Cave du Château de Lagarde and Château d'Esclans. Domaine Saint-Roman d'Esclans and Château des Demoiselles are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jørn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to recharge!
The house is super nice, have great facilities and the location is perfect. Quitly located, with short walking distance to the village with good restaurants and generally nice atmosphere. Absolutly nothing to complaint about. A place we likely would rent again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing town
The community and the residents were amazing! We loved morning coffee and bakery for pastries. Easy drive to surrounding towns and beautiful space to socialize and relax in the home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Callas, Août 2022
Une location exceptionnelle, calme et très bien située sur les hauteurs du village. Jardin très agréable et belle piscine. Les propriétaires sont bienveillants et très prévenants, de même que l'intendance sur place. Un magnifique accueil suivi d'un séjour inoubliable. Merci pour tout!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

bertie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Met our expectations and the garden is lovely with places to get shade. Not too far to the village. Great boulangerie and café on the square. We had a very enjoyable two weeks and I would recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

BURAT A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent
Très jolie propriété, bien située, au calme dans un bel environnement . La maison est très bien équipée et agencée. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié, pour notre séjour fin décembre, le confort et la luminosité du salon, de la salle de séjour avec cheminée et la grande cuisine, de même que les chambres. La météo clémente pour la saison nous a permis de découvrir de jolis villages et de faire de belles randonnées. Une adresse à retenir.Merci à notre hôtesse Julia pour nos sympathiques échanges par mail. Michèle et André
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

vincent v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
superbe emplacement
Maison dans un environnement calme sans être isolée très bon séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Valérie B., suisse

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parfait !
Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour dans cette maison. Le cadre est calme et apaisant. La piscine est parfaite bien que un peu fraiche selon les goûts de chacun ;-) La disponibilité la responsable de la maison ainsi que la propriétaire est parfaite et ponctuelle. c'est une grande maison qui est très bien équipée pour les grandes tribus. Autant les enfants que les adultes ont énormément apprécié ce séjour à Callas. Merci pour tout
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emplacement agréable
Excellente communication des propriétaires, ensemble parfait
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre G., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MAGNIFIQUE VILLA
Magnifique villa sur les hauteurs de Callas ; maison décore avec beaucoup de gout ; jardin superbe et et piscine, en léger contrebas - idéal pour atténuer le bruit des enfants - superbe également. Maison très adaptée pour les grandes familles, et la cuisine + terrasse superbe aussi et très bien équipée. Bref, un vrai havre de paix bien isolé de la foule du sud est. Bravo et merci aux propriétaires ! Accueil et assistance irréprochable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Max O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Beautiful large clean house, everything present you need for a perfect stay. Nice cooling pool, great kitchen and outdoor bbq, comfortable big beds, and great vieuws! Callas bakery for baguettes, nice pastry and café au lait at the petite square. Pleasant and relevant good contact with ownership. Nice place to relax with family and friends.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Pascal F., Divonne les bains

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour
Nous avons laissé une excellente semaine en famille dans cette charmante maison très fonctionnelle ou rien ne manquait Le coin piscine sous les oliviers est un havre de paix Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in Provence
We were two families with young children spending one holiday week together in Callas. House is lovely, much nicer than in pictures, and very good for two families to share given the layout of house. There’s plenty of space both in the house as well as outdoors with terraces, garden and pool area which we especially enjoyed. The kitchen has everything you need. Contact with and information provided by Julia was perfect. Callas itself is very small but has a few restaurants and a nice bakery. It is indeed walking distance to the village from the house but the road is very steep and so a bit of a struggle with young children. We went to Bargemon one evening and enjoyed dinner at maitre blanc. All in all a very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

jesper b.

Feeling at home in Provence
Stayed at the Deans residence near Callas for two weeks. We had a wonderful time in this beautiful house and felt at home right away. Enjoyed sitting on the terasse overlooking the viilage and the valley and the occasional dip in the pool. Enjoyed the local markets (Lorgues in particular) and scenic villages. If you like hiking, we particularly enjoyed Sentier de l'imbut in Gorges du Verdon.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sabrina M.

Un endroit magique! Une villa parfaite un village charmant villa super bien située
La maison est très bien agencée, très chaleureuse les chambres et particulièrement la literie sont super. On a très bien dormi. La cuisine est très bien et très grande il ne manquait rien . Les enfants ont bien profité de la piscine et surtout l'emplacement de callas a fait que nous pouvions faire des activités et visites à une h de trajet. Nous étions 3 adultes et 5 enfants et nous avons tous bcp apprécié. L'accueil d'Amandine et de Julia disponible même de loin etait très rassurant. Merci encore Julia et si nous revenons à callas nous ne manquerons pas de revenir dans cette belle maison au calme parmi les cigales et la lavande!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S., Den Haag

Fantastisch
Niet verwacht, echt fantastisch mooi en rustig gelegen. De eigenaren wonen in Canada en zijn zeer betrokken en behulpzaam. Het huis was schoon en de tuin met zwembad was echt super!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne E., Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Wonderful property in the Var!
This was our second visit to this Provencal Villa, the first being in the fall of 2008. We hope it is not our last! It is a lovely home, well appointed (thank you, Julia and Graeme), and beautifully situated on a hillside close to the town of Callas. We used the various terraces for morning coffee, afternoon lunches or simply for viewing the stars after a walk back from dinner in the town. This villa would suit a group of friends, up to 4 couples or a family grouping. Access to the villa was easy and conveniently arranged. The town of Callas has more than a few restaurants and the distance is a welcome walk. Our favourites were La Grupie (delicious, small and intimate) and La Fontaine (good food and a lovely busy terrace in the square). We also enjoyed cooking meals at the villa. This is a great location from which to hike. i.e.: the Gorges du Blavet, local hikes to Clavier and Bargemon (see the info office in Bargemon) and the Gorges du Verdon. We were provided with ample information of the area, the restaurants, markets, activities, etc by the owners. The drive from Nice airport to the house is straightforward and the Dean's instructions from Callas to the house were excellent. We would like to return to this house again with our growing family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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incredible retreat
We stayed at this amazing Villa for two weeks, starting at the end of September. It is a spectacular location. Very relaxing location with complete privacy and the owners have done an exceptional amount of work to keep everything impeccible. The location is ideal for short and long day trips to all the places you will ever want to see. We highly recommend this beautiful home and location to anyone considering a vacation to this area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

wendy l.

wonderful vacation home
Two couples shared this lovely home for 10 days. the location is wonderful for exploring and the home is luxurious. The kitchen is well set up and there are lovely areas to eat outside. the pool is great. there is a local hostess who was very helpful. We highly recommend this beautiful home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jennifer J., Cincinnati

Nice Provencal holiday again!
My husband and I and our almost-16 year old son, stayed here for 2 weeks. Weather was lovely and hot, and we had a very relaxing time overall. We enjoyed being able to walk into Callas for early-morning croissants and bread, and the Hotel Du France in town was excellent value for lunch, and really good cuisine overall. We splurged again at the Michelin restaurant (Gorge du Pennafort) and once again found the 18 courses delicious, but just too much food - a la carte next time for us! We were pretty lazy and didn't leave the house except to shop for food, or eat out - the places we wanted to visit were a bit far away so we opted to chill by the pool most days. The pool was good, and we especially enjoyed the company of 3 chickens who roamed the flower beds looking for bugs to eat. We sat out and BBQ'd most evenings - the BBQ was excellent - we wished there was some comfy outdoor seating to relax a bit more in - but we played cards and games at the table a lot. The stereo and TV/DVD in the house was good - we watched a couple of films and listened to music most evenings. Amandine, the house manager, was excellent, and responsive to the few things we needed while we were there (more pillowcases and a minor dishwasher repair - all taken care of very easily and no hassle to us). All in all, a very relaxing and easy vacation, in a wonderful area of Provence, with typically-excellent food and wine abounding. Julia provided tons of useful information and checked we were OK once there - making the overall experience even better!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We always wish we could s...
We always wish we could stay longer! The villa is very comfortable, the garden is gorgeous and the village is charming. Provisioning is easy; the village has an excellent butcher/charcuterie, great wine shop and a bakery, not to mention the herbs straight from the garden.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Felt like home the minute...
Felt like home the minute we walked in the door. Great base for day travel. Village was friendly and within easy walking distance. Terrace was perfect for the evening glass of wine.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise A., Toronto, Canada

Our stay at the villa was...
Our stay at the villa was outstanding! The villa is spacious and beautifully appointed. The kitchen is well supplied so that you can create any kind of meal. We loved the gardens and the pool - the perfect end to a day of sightseeing. The Deans have developed an incredible document that provides invaluable information on how to operate everything in the house, shopping, transportation, restaurants, day trips, etc. We would return in a heart beat! It was a magical holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

From the moment we walked...
From the moment we walked through the door, I wished our stay could have been longer. There were 6 of us (3 couples). We enjoyed the house, the garden and surrounding area. It was our first visit to Provence. Peaceful, comfortable, inviting and memorable. The Deans have created a lovely retreat that we made all our own - if only for one week. Thank you. Veronica Pantin

About the host

Hosted by Julia Deans

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We now live in Toronto, but started visiting Callas 25+ years ago while living in Asia with young children. We have a wide variety of interests but we all love coming to Callas to relax, explore, and immerse ourselves in all things French.

Why they chose this property

We bought our villa after renting in the area for many years. Every time we left we had many things to do on our next visit so we knew we'd never get bored! The list now includes everything from great markets, vineyards and restaurants to hiking trails, beaches and cultural sites - we love sharing it with our guests. It's also a great place to relax and do nothing. Have a morning cafe and croissants in the Callas square, a leisurely lunch on the terrace and an afternoon reading under the shade of the mulberry tree or by the pool. Perfection!

What makes this property unique

We like being able to walk into our village and not have to drive. It's 10 minutes down, 15 minutes back (there's a hill). We also like being in the quiet beauty of a rural area with incredible nature all around us but also having easy access to bigger places like St. Tropez, Cannes, Marseilles and Aix-en-Provence. It's the best of all worlds!

Languages:

English, French