Holiday home rental with swimming pool
at the gates of Aix-en-Provence
La Roucoulade : Luxury villa in the South of France
Ventabren
Bastide
Concierge service
Gîte/Rental/Privatisation
La Roucoulade, a typical Aix-en-Provence bastide, built in 1870 and freshly renovated in a Slow Chic spirit, is THE new confidential address, in the pretty Provencal village of Ventabren, ideally located in the golden triangle of Aix-en-Provence - Marseille - Salon de Provence. Ideal place to visit Provence in a dream setting, with unique services for tailor-made vacations.
A cottage and a vacation home
Two doors, two ways to experience La Roucoulade.
Behind the first: a charming gîteopen all year round, for 2 to 5 people. An ideal cocoon for a romantic getaway or a family holiday.
Behind the second: a vacation home for 15 people, available on certain weekends and during school vacations. The perfect address to bring several families together and share unforgettable moments.
At La Roucoulade, every stay is accompanied by the warm, authentic welcome of the South of France.
The charming gite in the countryside of Aix-en-Provence
Real guest house on 2 floors, with 2 beautiful bedrooms, a large living room open on a private terrace and a 360 degrees fireplace which can be enjoyed from the dining room as well as from the large living room.
The gite is classified as a 4 star (Luxury) comfort.
This accommodation is perfect for a romantic stay for 2 or for a family vacation for 4/5 people.
La Roucoulade is kid friendly.
Open all year round.
The gîte is equipped with a charging station for electric cars.
The vacation home in Provence
A true family home for 150 years. We are keen to perpetuate the tradition, by renting the 300 m2 bastide (including the gîte) to families or groups of friends who wish to get together. It is perfect for 3/4 couples with children.
You can also enjoy the large garden with swimming pool, heated in spring and autumn, refreshing in summer and the warm atmosphere of the 2 fireplaces in winter.
Rental during school holidays and weekends on request.
Accommodation equipped for electric vehicles.
For further information
You can consult our F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
A personalised stay
Whether it is for a gastronomic, cultural, sports or completely relaxing stay...
La Roucoulade, understands a service of luxury concierge, to really disconnect thanks to the assumption of responsibility of all the logistics of your escapade.
A made-to-measure experience allowing you to coo quietly in Provence.
Slow tourism
La Roucoulade's philosophy is Slow chic:
you can be eco-friendly and still look good!
Slow life is an art of living based on the present, it gives meaning to our activities, refusing the dictatorship of the clock, to learn to savour each moment.
An authentic way of life dedicated to the essential, nature, in the heart of Provence!
And as Coco Chanel would say:
"Simplicity is the key to true elegance
Our wedding in 2025
Who is behind the Roucoulade?
Behind La Roucoulade, there's us: Clémence and Guillaume, a couple who, as they approached 40, decided to leave Paris for a gentler life in Provence. We settled in Ventabren, a charming village near Aix-en-Provence, with our two children, Gaspard (14) and Toscane (9).
It was just after the first confinement that we fell in love with this bastide. Our desire? To turn it into a place for sharing and conviviality.
From there, La Roucoulade was born:
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a charming gîte for 2 to 4/5 people, open all year round,
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a vacation home for 15 peopleavailable during school vacations and some weekends.
I'm Clémence: the daughter of a hotelier-restaurateur in Provence, I worked for 18 years in the digital sector as a sales rep. Today, I'm combining these two worlds in a project that reflects my personality. I'll be your personal contact, always delighted to welcome you and help you enjoy a unique experience at La Roucoulade.
Geographical location
Ventabren is a pretty, typically Provençal village with charming stone streets!
In the golden triangle, Salon - Aix - Marseille :
- 20 minutes west of Aix en Provence
- 25 minutes from Salon de Provence
- 40 minutes from Marseille
- 15 minutes from Aix-en-Provence TGV station
- 25 minutes from Marignane international airport
Where are we?
3 avenue Charles de Gaulle
13122 Ventabren
Word of Roucouleurs
The chic of Provence! Superb mas with all the charm of Provence. As beautiful on the outside as on the inside. Decorated with great taste. Soft colours and a very modern atmosphere. We had a very pleasant stay between relaxation, conviviality and nice visits. The owners, Clémence and Guillaume, are adorable, happy to welcome us and show us all the good addresses thanks to their concierge service (massage, seafood, lifeguard...) They thought of everything! All you have to do is settle in and enjoy this haven of peace and bask in the sun around the magnificent pool!
Melanie
A lovely place to stay, with the swimming pool area and the mill as a backdrop. Between sea, vineyards, olive trees and typical villages, the change of scenery is total. Clémence is very dedicated and attentive to her guests.
Adeline
Superb weekend at La Roucoulade, a Provencal gîte ideally situated with magnificent views of both the village of Ventabren and its mill. The setting is really top notch. Certainly the most beautiful gite we have been in to date. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again.
David
A very pleasant autumnal weekend in La Roucoulade. The gîte is well equipped and has a fireplace which is perfect for the season. Children are welcome and have
a nice room and toys at their disposal.
Special mention for the magnificent swimming pool area with a view of the mill, the charcuterie/cheese board and the burrata with truffles and finally for the warm and attentive welcome from Clémence .
Carol
"Our guests often say: 'A perfect place to recharge your batteries as a family.' Why not experience it yourself?"
Frequently asked questions
How to book?
You can book directly via our website by consulting the availability calendar.
You can also send an email to laroucoulade@gmail.com or call us on 06.75.50.91.62 - we answer within 12 hours
Are pets allowed?
Our animal friends are not allowed on the property.
Is there a car park?
The house has an enclosed, secure parking area for 4 vehicles.
Is there an electric vehicle terminal?
The gîte is equipped with a universal 11 KWE electric vehicle charging station. Perfect for recharging your car at night. Use of the charging station is included in the price of your stay, at no extra charge.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, both the gîte and the rental house have a large heated swimming pool (11 x 3.80 m), secured with a roller shutter, with an exceptional view of the Moulin de Ventabren. The pool is heated from late March to early November, so you can enjoy beautiful spring and autumn days. See the pool
Are you still present?
When the gite is rented, we are right next door, as the gite is next to the house, so we are always available to share the best spots in the area, and always happy to share an aperitif.
When the house (including the gîte) is rented, we leave you the keys but we make sure that we organise a dream stay with a maximum of services, so that you can enjoy your stay.
