OLIVE & SAFRAN

OLIVE & SAFRAN offers two double rooms, each measuring 10 m² and accommodating two people. Both have a large double bed, air conditioning and a terrace overlooking the garden. Their names distinguish a Double Room from a Standard Queen Room; the two categories share the same essential facilities.

Each room has a wardrobe, a desk and bed linen. The bathroom and toilet are shared; the bathroom has a shower and a hairdryer. Tiled or marble flooring, outdoor furniture and a terrace complete the spaces. A streaming service is also available. These rooms suit travellers who want a private space to sleep while sharing some facilities at the guest house.

Outside, the garden and sun terrace extend the living spaces. Outdoor furniture and a dining area let you sit outside, while sun loungers and parasols add to the poolside amenities. The outdoor saltwater pool completes the facilities.

The guest house has a shared lounge with a television, board games or puzzles, and a smoking area. Air conditioning, heating and ironing facilities are among the practical amenities. Free private parking is available on site and Wi-Fi is free. Daily housekeeping is also provided. The rooms are non-smoking; the shared spaces give you a place to gather after a day exploring the area.

Ollières is a village in the Var, surrounded by Provençal hills and landscapes of farmland, pine forests and limestone ridges. The commune has a rural atmosphere, away from major urban centres, with neighbouring villages and wine estates nearby. This part of Provence suits stays that alternate car trips, heritage visits and breaks outdoors. Those who enjoy the countryside appreciate the relaxed pace of the small communes and the open views over the hills.

Château d’Ollières, a wine estate 1.2 km away, offers a chance to discover the local landscape shaped by vineyards. Abbaye Saint-Hilaire is 1.4 km away; the nearby villages and historic buildings offer more places to visit. In Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, the Sainte-Marie-Madeleine Basilica, 4.6 km away, is a major heritage landmark in the region. The Vélorail de la Sainte-Baume, 2.7 km away, offers an outing along a former railway line. The Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume road stop serves the surrounding area; a car makes it easier to travel between the different sites.

In spring and autumn, temperatures are often pleasant for exploring villages and country lanes. In summer, the Provençal heat makes it worth planning visits in the morning, then enjoying the garden and pool during the hottest hours. You can spend a day discovering Saint-Maximin and walking through the landscapes of the Sainte-Baume before returning to the peace of Ollières. The surrounding wine estates and villages also offer stops where you can discover the Var’s produce and heritage.