Domaine de L'Olibaou
In Venelles, this Provençal bed and breakfast offers air-conditioned rooms with a terrace, a garden and continental breakfast.
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou is a bed and breakfast in Venelles, with air-conditioned rooms and a terrace overlooking the garden or an inner courtyard. The property combines the tranquillity of a Provençal setting with shared spaces where you can relax after a day of sightseeing or hiking.
The three rooms each have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The Large Double Room offers 35 m² and a view of the courtyard; the 25 m² family rooms can accommodate up to four people and overlook the garden and mountains. Continental breakfast is served on site. The garden, terraces and shared lounge invite you to enjoy some downtime, while the surrounding area is well suited to walking and cycling. Free private parking is available on site. Free Wi-Fi is available in the common areas. Pets are allowed on request, at no extra charge. Venelles gives you access to Aix-en-Provence, its museums, squares and heritage, while letting you stay in a less urban setting.
Highlights
Room types
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou offers three rooms: a 35 m² Large Double Room and two 25 m² Family Rooms, each accommodating up to four people. All have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a terrace. One of the Family Rooms includes access to the executive lounge, while the other has a desk.
The Large Double Room stands out for its size and view of the inner courtyard. Each Family Room has a terrace overlooking the garden and mountains. They are furnished with one large double bed and two single beds. Depending on the room, the bathroom has a shower or a bath; the upper floors are accessible by stairs only. The terraces let you enjoy the outdoors from each room.
Large Double Room
- Inner courtyard view
- Bath
- Terrace
At 35 m², this is the largest of the three rooms. It overlooks the inner courtyard and has a terrace, air conditioning and access to the executive lounge. Its bathroom has both a bath and a shower; the room is accessible by stairs.
Family Room with Mountain View
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Executive lounge access
This 25 m² Family Room accommodates up to four people in one large double bed and two single beds. Its terrace overlooks the garden and mountains. It also includes access to the executive lounge and a private bathroom.
Family Room with Mountain View
- Garden view
- Desk
- Mountain view
This second 25 m² Family Room shares a view of the garden and mountains with the other room, and also accommodates up to four people. It stands out for having a desk and no access to the executive lounge. Its terrace and private bathroom complete the facilities.
Hotel facilities & services
The outdoor areas include a garden and a sun terrace furnished with outdoor furniture. You can settle in the shared lounge, which also serves as a TV room, or make use of the sun loungers and parasols. Activities are available in the surrounding area, including hiking, cycling, walking and horse riding. Canoeing, fishing and diving are also listed among the options.
The rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms have a shower or bath, a toilet, towels, bed linen and free toiletries. A hairdryer, a wardrobe or clothes rack, and a clothes rail complete the facilities. A shared kitchen is also available. Private parking is free and includes an electric vehicle charging point; spaces accessible to guests with reduced mobility are available. Wi-Fi is free in the common areas.
Great for your stay
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
General facilities
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Local culture tour or class
- Walking tours
- Water park
- Horse riding
- Bowling
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Shared lounge/TV room
Parking
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Parking accessible to guests with reduced mobility
Food & drink
- Coffee shop on site
- Wine/champagne
Media & technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Internet
Room amenities
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Shower or bath
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Bed linen
- Wardrobe or clothes rack
- Alarm clock
- Shared kitchen
Location & what to see
Venelles is in the Pays d’Aix, north of Aix-en-Provence, between residential areas and the Provençal hill scenery. The village has a more relaxed pace than central Aix, with paths and open spaces for walks. It suits travellers who want to visit the city and its surroundings while returning to a less urban setting at the end of the day.
The village of Venelles is 1.8 km away. Aix-en-Provence has shaded squares, mansions and museums; the Musée Granet, devoted in part to fine art, is 8 km away. The Plateau de Bibémus, 6 km away, is associated with landscapes painted by Cézanne and paths through the hills. Marseille Provence Airport is 27 km away. The stations at Meyrargues and Aix-en-Provence are also options for arriving by train, though a car is useful for exploring nearby villages and natural sites.
In spring and autumn, temperatures are well suited to sightseeing on foot and excursions in the hills of the Pays d’Aix. In summer, it is best to plan walks for early morning or late afternoon, then spend the hottest hours in museums and the shaded lanes of Aix. You can combine a day exploring the city centre’s heritage with a walk in the hills of Bibémus, then return to Venelles to enjoy the garden and terrace.
What guests say
Guests particularly appreciate the staff and location; room cleanliness and comfort are also rated very highly.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a night at Le Domaine de L'Olibaou cost?
Rates at Le Domaine de L'Olibaou vary depending on the season, room and dates of your stay. You can check rates and availability for your dates.
How do you get to Le Domaine de L'Olibaou?
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou is in Venelles, in the Pays d’Aix. Marseille Provence Airport is 27 km away and takes around 30 minutes to reach by car, depending on traffic. Meyrargues and Aix-en-Provence stations are 6 km and 9 km away respectively. Free private parking is available on site without prior reservation.
What can you see near Le Domaine de L'Olibaou?
Near Le Domaine de L'Olibaou, Saint-Hippolyte Church is 1.3 km away and the village of Venelles is 1.8 km away. The Plateau de Bibémus, 6 km away, is known for its Provençal landscapes associated with Cézanne. In Aix-en-Provence, the Granet Museum is 8 km away and the Vasarely Foundation is 10 km away. The former has art collections, while the latter is devoted to optical art.
What breakfast is served at Le Domaine de L'Olibaou?
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou serves continental breakfast on site. You can have it before a day in Aix-en-Provence, a hike or a cycling trip around Venelles. The garden and shared lounge also offer places to relax after a day of sightseeing or activities.
Does Le Domaine de L'Olibaou allow pets?
Yes, Le Domaine de L'Olibaou allows pets on request, at no extra charge. Pets are allowed in the accommodation; you can mention this when arranging your stay.
Does Le Domaine de L'Olibaou have parking?
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou offers free private parking on site without prior reservation. An electric vehicle charging point is available, and parking spaces are accessible to guests with reduced mobility.
What rooms does Le Domaine de L'Olibaou offer?
Le Domaine de L'Olibaou offers one 35 m² Large Double Room for two people and two 25 m² Family Rooms that can accommodate up to four people. The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a terrace; the Family Rooms overlook the garden and mountains.
