Fontvieille
The Domaine de Rocqueval is a wonderful estate which has benefited from a prestigious renovation, unique of its kind, in Fontvieille, in the heart of the Alpilles.
A century-old building, this farmhouse has been tastefully renovated in recent years.
While respecting its rich heritage, the owners have combined modernity, comfort and luxury by creating 7 suites including a family one with terrace and jacuzzi. The 6 bathrooms with bathtub and shower are all adjoining the bedrooms.
The ground floor offers multiple living rooms:
You can enjoy a large modern kitchen, fully equipped and open to the dining area with a large table that can accommodate 16 guests.
Further on, two lounges, including a reading lounge with open fireplace and another equipped with a superb bar extending from a glass roof facing south. The billiard room, complete with a library, is adjoining.
As for the comfortable cinema room, it can seat 16 people for a private screening with a giant screen and professional sound system.
Finally, an elevator provides access to the 2 upper floors if you do not wish to use the majestic stone staircase decorated with superb ironwork.
Another “hidden” staircase leads to a secret passage leading to one of the upstairs suites.
The ground floor has an underfloor cooling/heating system.
The rooms are located on the two floors offered by this beautiful, perfectly renovated old building. You will find the master bedroom and 3 other double bedrooms on the first floor and the last 3 on the 2nd floor. All rooms in the house are air conditioned by the floor cooling system.
This spacious and bright property has the advantage of having a huge outdoor/indoor space to host events, such as birthdays, weddings, receptions, seminars in absolute luxury.
Thus, at the pool house, a dining area served by a large bar can accommodate 28 people. The kitchen adjoining the pool house is professionally equipped (large oven, rotisserie, glass washing machine, dishwasher, cold room, 3-burner gas grill and piano, ice maker, etc.).
You can therefore choose to have lunch or dinner inside while still having a view of the 25 m heated swimming pool or keep your eyes glued to the big screen on the evenings of big matches!
A 16m2 hammam, a gym, a large bathroom and a sauna complete the relaxation area of the pool house which will constitute a fabulous living space during your stay.
An audio system, controlled remotely like all the equipment and lights in the house (complete home automation) will add ambiance to your evenings at the bar, at the swimming pool or around a game of pétanque.
One of the major assets of this property is also its ballroom (equipped with a complete sound system, a huge kitchen for caterers and 2 changing rooms and WC) which will accommodate future bride and groom, dance evening and their guests (200 people) .
You will be able to celebrate your love wishes under the Provençal sun, from spring to autumn.
The grounds and manicured gardens of the estate are also a haven of peace where birds, peacocks, ducks and other animals enjoy the natural pond near the wedding hall. Soon, the heliport will be ready to ease your travel…
Also, the numerous fruit trees on the estate are available to guests to taste sun-drenched fruits and enjoy the riches of Provençal nature.
This wonderful property is located just 1km from the picturesque village of Fontvieille and 15kms from the capital of the Camargue, Arles. Les Baux de Provence and the famous village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence are just a few kilometers away.
You will be able to enjoy staying in the heart of Provence and exploring the Alpilles, the Provençal markets, the numerous wine estates, olive groves and cultural sites such as Les Baux-de-Provence, the Roman site of Glanum, the Alphonse Daudet mill or the cultural center of Saint-Paul de Mausole.
Domaine de Rocqueval is a luxurious little paradise for dream vacations and/or unforgettable celebrations.