Q. May I bring my dog with me to the Mas?
A. No, that is not possible. We do not accept any pets.
Q. Is the pool heated?
A. Only by the sun.
Q. I see that there are horses on the property. Can we ride them?
A. Those horses are owned by someone else. There are lots of places in the area that offer horseback riding. We can help you find something to your liking. However, you cannot ride these horses.
Q. How do I make arrangements to ride?
A. Let us know that you are interested and we will help you make arrangements.
Q. My cell phone doesn't get good reception in the house. Can I climb on the roof to get better reception?
A. If your phone doesn't get good reception, you may have to go outside or stand by an upstairs window. Under no circumstances can you go on the roof.
Q. Olive harvesting looks like fun. How do I make arrangements to come? Will the owners be there?
A. Email us that that you are interested and we will make arrangements. It is possible that the owners will be present because many hands are needed since we have 4 acres of olive trees.
Q. I would like to play golf while I am in Provence. Can you help me?
A. Yes, we can direct you to some excellent golf courses. We can also create a custom golf week just for you and your guests. In fact, several sessions are being organized for May, September and October with Golf pros who will also be teaching and critiquing your game. We expect these weeks to fill up quickly.
Q. I would like a personal chef to do the cooking. What does it cost and how do I make arrangements?
A. Let us know what you would like and we will create a customized proposal for your exact needs.
Q. Is it possible to rent bicycles?
A. Yes. There are quite a few places where you can do this.
Q. How do I take the fast train?
A. Click on the links page and you will find information about the TGV train. We can also help make arrangements for you. The fast train or TGV arrives in Avignon and Aix en Provence.
Q. Can I rent a car from the TGV train station?
A. You will need to take a taxi to a Car Rental office. But if we know enough ahead of time, for an extra fee we may be able to arrange for a car to be there waiting for you.
Q. We are interested in wine tasting while we are in the region. Can you suggest places for us to visit?
A. Yes. There are a few vineyards in the area that produce wine for purchase and are open to the public for tasting.
Q. I am interested in taking some cooking lessons. Can you arrange for this?
A. Given enough lead time, we can help you out. Oustau de Baumanière in Les Baux de Provence offers lessons and there are personal chefs who can come to the Mas and give you and your party personal lessons. We can make other suggestions too.
Q. What type of electrical outlets are in the Mas?
A. The house has traditional French outlets, which are 240 volt Type E, 2 pin socket. You can use items that work with both 120v and 240v, but not items that only work on 120v. Things like cell phone chargers and computer chargers usually work with an adapter, however if your plug has a flat surface, the circular outlet may prevent it from being plugged in completely. Some of the Universal adapters compensate for this protrusion. For your convenience there are a few small hair dryers in the house, since they traditionally only work in one type of voltage.
Q. Are there any museums in the area?
A. Yes. There is the Cathedrale des Images and a chateau worth visiting in Les Baux. For more information visit: http://www.lesbauxdeprovence.com/us/index.html. There is an excellet museum in Arles as well as Roman ruins in both Arles, Nimes and St. Remy. If you bring a Michelin Green Guide with you, you will have lots of places to visit.
Q. What travel guides should I bring with me?
A. Before leaving, visit a good book store in your area. They will have excellent choices.
Q. Do you do weddings and special events at the Mas?
A. Yes. We have an in house event planner that can take care of all of the details for any type of special event you might want to have at the Mas. This would include additional lodging if your party were larger than our capacity. Please email us for proposals and rates.
Q. Is there public transportation to the house?
A. No there isn't. Because the house is in the Provencal countryside, and the nearest grocery stores are in Maussane and St. Martin de Crau, you will need to rent a car when you arrive in the region.
Q. Can I walk to town to buy bread and pastries in the morning?
A. The closest towns are St. Martin and Maussane. I would suggest driving, as it would take at least 30+ minutes to walk to them. However, if you have a bike, you could ride.
Q. How do I contact you to make these arrangements?
A. Click on the "contact us" link and we will respond within 24 hours
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