Imagine staying in an enchantingly renovated 18th-century French farmhouse surrounded by manicured gardens and bathed in golden sunlight. That's precisely what you get with this gorgeous six-bedroomed villa just five minutes' drive from the famous village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Nestling in glorious countryside, this superb villa welcomes up to 12 guests with a balanced fusion of sympathetically-restored original features and contemporary design touches.

The most famous village in the Alpilles, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is conveniently located just 50 minutes from Marseille International Airport, so guests can spend more time exploring and less time on transfers. The pretty medieval buildings are full of character, and you'll find boutiques, shops and charming cafés where you can spend an hour just watching the world go by. This is also home to one of the world's finest brandies and some exceptional wines, so connoisseurs are in for a real treat.

Mas Pascal is a beautiful blend of old and new. Within its solid stone walls are living spaces where classic features such as carved fireplaces take centre stage, complemented by elegant furniture in soft tones. An open-plan layout gives a real sense of space, with the dining room, living area and kitchen all working well together. For relaxing and keeping on top of your workouts, the villa has its own wellness facilities, including a gym room and an infrared sauna.

The six bedrooms are soothingly decorated in soft colours, with bespoke artwork to create a sense of serenity. On the ground floor are two king-size bedrooms with ensuites. Upstairs are three king-size bedrooms and a cosy queen-size room. Adjoining the queen-size room is a smaller space that would be ideal as a baby’s room. On the mezzanine are two single beds with a separate entrance via the terrace.

The mature gardens are delightful, offering plenty of loungers where you can settle down with a good book or for a quiet snooze in the afternoon sunshine. An annexe near the pool has a large summer living area with wrought-iron arches complete with a kitchen, sofas, and a stone fireplace. The heated pool is a basin-style design with a shallow wading area for the children. With its idyllic location, plenty of personality and everything you need for a family celebration (including an on-call concierge service), Mas Pascal is the epitome of Provençal perfection.