About this property
Flanked by olive trees and the rugged silhouette of Les Alpilles, Villa Espirit is a charming Provençal home where character meets laid-back southern charm. Just a short walk from the heart of Eygalières, one of the region’s most coveted villages, this welcoming house invites you to experience the rhythm of life in Provence.
The air-conditioned villa offers thoughtfully restored interiors and space for up to 10 guests across five bedrooms, all featuring queen or king-size double beds (three of which can be made up as twins). Downstairs, characterful features such as tiled flooring define the dining area, flowing out to a terrace for al-fresco dining, whilst the modern kitchen is well-equipped for cooking with local fare. Meanwhile, the traditional living room opens onto a garden lounge and there’s a hallway upstairs with space to work beneath the wood beams.
Outdoors, two hectares of Provençal gardens surround the heated saltwater swimming pool. The pool house is ideal for long lunches and lingering evenings, featuring a summer kitchen, plancha and space to unwind in the Provençal sun. A game of pétanque beneath the olive trees or ping-pong in the shade completes the picture of effortless outdoor living.
Villa Espirit sits on the road between Eygalières and Mollégès, offering excellent access to Provence’s most treasured landscapes. From your front door, it’s around 850m to the heart of Eygalières with its café terraces, little shops and restaurants including the acclaimed Maison Haché. Don’t miss the delightful Friday morning village market.
A little further afield, explore the art galleries of Saint-Rémy or drive through olive groves and craggy peaks to reach Maussane-les-Alpilles and Les Baux-de-Provence.
Whether gathered around the plancha for a summer feast or enjoying the beauty of the olive grove, Villa Espirit captures the authentic character of southern France.
On the edge of the enchanting village of Eygalières, Villa Espirit is within walking distance to one of Provence’s most sought-after locations, only 28km south of Avignon. Set in idyllic Provençal gardens, the villa is set on the road connecting Eygalières and Mollégès (5km), allowing easy access to many wonderful places across this region.
Eygalières itself is a postcard-perfect setting, with winding lanes, stone houses and stunning views over the Provençal countryside. You can stroll to the village’s boulangeries, café terraces, upmarket restaurants (including the Michelin starred Maison Haché) and Friday morning market. It’s an easy 10-minute walk following the main road – do note there is no pavement for the first 200m.
A short drive brings you to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (13km), a vibrant town famed for its Roman ruins at Glanum, its art galleries and its connections to Van Gogh. Explore the bustling weekly market on a Wednesday morning or sip a glass of local rosé in an atmospheric square.
Nature lovers will be drawn to the dramatic limestone peaks, olive groves and pine forests of Les Alpilles, perfect for hiking, cycling, or simply enjoying scenic drives to pretty villages such as Maussane-les-Alpilles (18km) and Les Baux-de-Provence (22km).
For those tempted by the romantic hilltop villages of the Luberon, you’ll find the likes of Gordes and Ménerbes just over half an hour away. Their cobbled streets, weekly markets and sweeping valley views make for unforgettable day trips, with restaurants and shaded cafés offering plenty of reasons to linger.
Further afield, yet still easily reached by car, are the cultural treasures of Avignon (27km), with its grand Palais des Papes, and Arles (38km), known for its Roman amphitheatre and thriving arts scene. L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (25km), with its antique shops and pretty canals, makes for a charming excursion, while Aix-en-Provence, just an hour away, captivates with its elegant boulevards and Provençal sophistication.
Accommodation
House Interiors (around 300m2)
Ground Floor
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Spacious entrance
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Living room with French windows opening to terrace with garden lounge
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Dining area with door opening to al-fresco dining terrace
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Kitchen, well-equipped
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Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160cm), access to small garden terrace and shower room with two sinks, shower and toilet
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Guest WC
First Floor
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Large landing area (sloping ceilings) with office space
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Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160cm) and shower room with shower and sink
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Laundry with washing machine and dryer
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Separate WC
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Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm, can be split as twin)
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Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm, can be split as twin)
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Shared bathroom with bath and two sinks
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Bedroom with king-size double bed (180cm, can be split as twin) and bathroom with bath, sink and toilet
Outside Grounds (some steps)
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Salt-water heated swimming pool (12x5m) with two alarms and electric curtain
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Pool house with summer kitchen, lounge area, ping-pong, WC and large terrace with dining area and plancha
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Ping-pong
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Al-fresco dining terrace
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Terrace with garden lounge
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Boules court
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2-hectare grounds with olive trees