Villa Francine

Villa Francine offers two 15 m² double rooms and a 40 m² suite, all designed for two people. Each has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. Both double rooms also have a balcony, with a different view in each: one overlooks the garden and the other the mountains.

The suite stands out for its larger size and terrace overlooking the garden. It also has a dressing room and a walk-in shower. The double rooms also offer private outdoor space, with a balcony in each. All three room types have a large double bed. The views and outdoor spaces give you a choice of a balcony with mountain views, a balcony overlooking the garden or a suite with a terrace. The bathrooms include free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Villa Francine provides free private parking on site and free Wi-Fi throughout the house. The garden and terrace extend the indoor spaces, with outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area. The rooms are air-conditioned; heating and soundproofing are also among the amenities. A continental breakfast is served in the morning.

The rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, as well as streaming services. The private bathrooms are equipped with a shower or bath, a hairdryer and free toiletries. The suite has a terrace and dressing room, while the two double rooms each have a balcony. The house is close to Simiane and Gardanne stations. Marseille-Provence Airport is accessible from Bouc-Bel-Air, and free private parking is available for guests arriving by car.

Bouc-Bel-Air is a Provençal commune between Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. Its landscape combines residential neighbourhoods, wooded hills and old bastides; green spaces offer a break from the urban centres. Parc d'Albertas is one of the area's places to stroll, appreciated for its gardens and tree-lined setting. This is a good stop for travellers who want to explore Provence by car while keeping both major cities within reach for day trips.

In Aix-en-Provence, old streets, townhouses and fountains make for a pleasant city centre to explore on foot. Fondation Vasarely displays the artist's colourful geometric works, while Musée Granet houses art collections in the city centre. Central Aix is about 7 km away. Marseille offers other possibilities, including the Vieux-Port, historic neighbourhoods and walks towards the coast. For regional journeys, Simiane and Gardanne stations serve the area; Marseille-Provence Airport is 15 km away.

Spring and autumn bring pleasant temperatures for visiting the cities and parks, with less heat than in midsummer. Summer days are well suited to morning trips to Aix or Marseille, followed by time on the terrace in the late afternoon. A car makes it easier to travel between the different sites and vary your visits, from gardens and local heritage to Aix museums or a stroll around Marseille's port. For a quieter outing, Bois Communal de Bouc and the green spaces nearby invite you to walk among the pines.