La Maison
Sous l'Olivier has been lovingly preserved to retain an authenticity seldom found in historic French homes today.
The gîte is meticulously designed to reflect authentic Provençal character while offering every modern convenience.
Nestled in the historic village of Entrecasteaux, our exquisite 17th-century Provençal hideaway offers a rare blend of timeless charm and contemporary comfort.
Spread gracefully across four levels, the property features three beautifully appointed bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to six guests.
An internal lift serves every floor, ensuring effortless access throughout the house — no heavy luggage, no steep staircases, just seamless ease from arrival to departure.
Each room has been designed to reflect authentic Provençal character while offering every modern convenience, including air-conditioning and high-speed Wi-Fi. An office and library nook provide tranquil spaces for work or reflection, while a fully equipped laundry room adds everyday practicality.
The expansive kitchen and living areas flow naturally onto a series of sun-drenched terraced gardens, each level revealing a different atmosphere.
The House
Enter at street level into the original entrance hall, where the celebrated 17th-century tomette tiles — crafted in the neighbouring village of Salernes and now admired worldwide — set the tone for the house. This level also features a guest cloakroom and a discreet laundry room.
From here, take either the staircase or the private lift to the second level.
This floor is dedicated to the principal suite, complete with a generous queen-size bed and elegant en-suite bathroom. A sunken office and a beautifully curated library nook — offering both English and French titles — create a peaceful space for work or quiet reflection.
The third level houses two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. The first bedroom features a French antique bed and opens via traditional French doors to sweeping panoramic views over the river and surrounding forest. The third bedroom offers twin beds that can be seamlessly converted into a double.
The family bathroom is a sanctuary in itself, with double basins, a shower complete with hand painted tiles and a striking cast-iron bath rescued from the château on the village square — a final flourish of heritage and charm.
Entry Level
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Entrance hall
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Guest cloakroom
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Laundry room
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Elevator access
Level One
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Main bedroom with queen bed
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En-suite bathroom
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Library and office space
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Elevator access
Level Two
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Second bedroom with double bed
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Third bedroom with twin beds
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Shared full bathroom with shower, bath, and toilet
Garden Level (below street level)
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Open plan kitchen, dining room
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Large salon
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Bathroom with shower and toilet
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Elevator access
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Garden access
Garden
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Outdoor dining and sitting area
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Vegetable garden
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Pool
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Access to the river
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Shaded reading garden
Additional Information
Comfort and Convenience
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All bedrooms are air-conditioned, while the lower ground floor remains naturally cool in the old caves.
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High-Speed Internet in the house.
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There is free parking on a square, a 2 min walk from the house. There are also two dedicated parking spaces on the square available for electric vehicles
Bed Linen and Towels
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All bed linen is 100% Egyptian cotton, with pure cotton towels provided, including pool towels.
Toileteries and Equipment
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Bathrooms feature The Curious Botanist vegan range (hand soap, body lotion, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner). Kitchens include hand soap.
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The house provides a coffee machine, Bluetooth speaker, iron and ironing board, hoover. Hairdryers are in every bathroom.
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Dishwasher tablets, detergents, bin bags, toilet paper, and other cleaning products are provided.
End of Stay Clean
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Guests are asked only to tidy up at departure.
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Please return any games or books to their places.