Gites Climatisés Piscine Chauffée La Balancelle

The four units are each named Cottage and have a private bathroom, air conditioning and an outdoor area. Cottage Calin and Cottage Catalin are 33 m² studios with a kitchenette, terrace and pool view; Calin also offers mountain views. Cottage Cécilia, measuring 42 m², has a separate bedroom and a living room with a sofa bed. Its furnished terrace overlooks the Alpilles.

Cottage Kelly stands out for its 70 m² of space and kitchen, which includes a dishwasher. Its terrace overlooks the pool. The accommodation has a flat-screen TV and facilities for preparing meals, such as a fridge, kettle and coffee machine. Sleeping arrangements vary by cottage: a double bed and sofa bed in the studios, a separate bedroom in Cottage Cécilia, and two double beds plus bunk beds in Cottage Kelly. Each of the four units has a stated maximum capacity of four people.

The accommodation has furnished outdoor areas with outdoor furniture, a dining area and a terrace. Depending on the cottage, you can use a barbecue and enjoy the garden, sun loungers or parasols. Indoor facilities include a flat-screen TV, dining table, seating area and private bathroom with a shower or bath. A private entrance and storage space complete the layout.

The kitchens and kitchenettes are equipped with a fridge, hob, microwave, kettle and kitchenware; some units also have an oven or dishwasher. A high chair, toaster and coffee machine are also among the facilities. Bed linen and towels are provided. Activities available on site include hiking, cycling, walking tours, horse riding, canoeing, fishing and tennis. Bike tours, bicycle hire and a mini golf course are also available.

Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is a small Provençal town surrounded by the hills of the Alpilles, with an old centre whose lanes, squares and stone façades are best explored on foot. The market and pavement cafés bring the streets to life, while the surrounding countryside invites you to walk and cycle. The town suits travellers looking to combine heritage, walks and leisurely breaks in an inland Provençal setting.

La Balancelle is on Voie Aurélia, about 1.4 km from the old town. The ancient site of Glanum, with its notable triumphal arch, is about 1.3 km away; the Prieuré de Saint-Paul-de-Mausole, associated with Vincent van Gogh's stay, is 1.1 km away. In the town centre, the Musée Estrine has art collections and exhibitions related to Van Gogh. The Alpilles offer hiking trails and roads popular with cyclists. A car is useful for exploring the surrounding villages and landscapes; Tarascon railway station is 15 km away.

In spring and autumn, temperatures are suitable for spending the day at ancient sites and on the Alpilles trails, with a break in the town centre in the late afternoon. Summer days are hot, and the seasonally heated pool offers a chance to relax after sightseeing; it is best to plan outdoor walks for the morning or evening. The surrounding area is also well suited to trips to Provençal villages and garrigue landscapes. In September, the days are often still suitable for excursions, while the markets and lanes in the town centre offer a glimpse of local life throughout the year.