ENJOY A GLASS OF WINE IN THE SHADE OF A TALL FIG TREE

Listings #5958 and #5956 concern the spacious gate house on the property. I occupy the main house (listing #5952) most of the year, but spend part of the winter in Florida during which I rent it out at a discount. The property is located in one of the loveliest neighborhoods in the town, and the location is one of the best features. It is in a quiet, semi-country area with beautiful, Provencal vegetation, but only 2 miles from the Cours Mirabeau, which is the Champs Elysees of Aix and one of the most famous boulevards in France.

The apartment is only 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the top of the Cours Mirabeau, so it is quite close to town. The city proper begins just 565 meters from the property and there is frequent bus service just a hunded and 50 meters further. You can walk to the Cours Mirabeau in 30 to 35 minutes. Actually the location is one of the best features of the property, as it is on the northeast side of town, which has been preserved. Aix has grown from a population of 50,000 people in 1950 to 145,000 just 60 years later. There has been a lot of development to the north, south, and west. but the east and northeast have been spared. We have the advantage of living practically in the city, but in a semi-country setting. The property is ideal for families or for several people traveling together, who have different preferences and needs but only one car. One can walk into town in a half hour or else take the bus (frequent service at about 700 meters from the property). Early risers can go into town early and have breakfast in an outdoor cafe and visit the market, and those who prefer to sleep late can join them later for lunch. Those who seek the bustle of the town have immediate and frequent access, whereas others who prefer sitting peacefully on the terrace under the fig tree and sipping wine can do so when they wish. It allows for flexibility. Teenagers can rub shoulders with the lively student population in town, while parents can relax without being obliged to drive long distances to pick them up afterwards. And there are wonderful possibilities for walks from the property for those who love nature.

PLease note that there is a wonderful discount for those who stay 2 weeks or longer The first week costs 1500 euros, two weeks cost 2700 (1350 per week), and the total for four weeks is 4500 euros (1125 euros a week as opposed to 1500). And the long-term, low season rate (minimum 6 months) is only 1950 per month (475 euros per week).