Boheme city apartment old city centre of Aix en Provence
Apartment • Aix-en-Provence France
8 Guests
2 Bedrooms
5 Beds
2 Bathrooms
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Statistics
Listed March 2019
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General Overview
Bohemian duplex apartment with views of the rooftops in the heart of the historic center. 50 m from the daily Provencal market, restaurants and bars. Several grocery stores and bakeries close by.
The Space
Fully air conditioned 100 m²
with equipped kitchen in large open living room.
Bedroom with ensuite bathroom ,separate toilet .
Top floor with 2 double beds ) on 2 mezzanine + double sofa bed + bathroom
Baby's cot/young child's folding bed available.
Guest Access
3rd and 4th floor of a centuries-old building WITHOUT elevator
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Weekend
Family
Foodie
Relaxing
City
Culture
Hiking
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Dates of Availability
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Available
Neighbourhood
Pedestrian zone in the old city centre .
4 minutes walk to the Cathedral and Cours Mirabeau.
Flower market and daily market at 1 min.
Plenty of restaurants and bars around
Nearest airport
30 min drive to Marseille airport
Getting Around
10 walk to Bus station
Aix en Provence gare TGV station : Bus every 15 min
Every 30 min direct buses to International Airport of Marseille
We had a wonderful stay in Willy and Rino's home in Aix. It is centrally located right in the historic centre and the local markets, cafes and restaurants, and shops were just steps away. But also very conveniently located to parking and public transport options. The apartment had everything we needed and we had a very comfortable and relaxing stay. Willy is always a pleasure to communicate with, and very hospitable. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
If you ever have a chance to stay in Willy’s Aix home- you absolutely must!
We stayed for one month and completely feel in love with the airy, spacious and light filled, colourful apartment, that is in the middle of the historic centre.
Willy has ensured that the apartment has everything you could possibly need and she is a great communicator, who will quickly reply if required. I arranged this exchange almost a year in advance and have had the privilege of getting to know Willy over this time, a wonderful bonus to this home exchange.
A 10 min walk is the most it takes to visit museums, historical sites, bars, restaurants, markets, art galleries and artisan shops. We had many lovely meals a few minutes from home and enjoyed a regular pastis in the square in the afternoon, while watching French life go by.
If you do want to go further afield, the public transport options are easily accessible.
In all regards, an excellent exchange!
So touched ! Thank you so much Karen , Big Hug and enjoy France
We had the best time, loved the feel of this city. Big enough to explore, but small enough for you to really get the feel of the culture and people.
We did a Morning market tour, with a local. Exploring all the yummy local foods. Then also took a historical city tour. It was so interesting, especially the architecture.
Willy's home is perfectly located, right in town. Walk anywhere in 1-10 minutes. Next door is a Pub, for those of you who love a beer. 😉 Being August, it was very hot in the middle of the day. So we ventured out in the morning and returned to a beautiful apartment. So comfortable, air conditioned and beautifully presented. Quiet.
Highly recommended!
We had a splendid time at Willemnias apartment in Ax-en.Her apartment is located in the historic district which is very walkable.This apt is perfect for a couple or a family.There is a large loft with a fully stocked kitchen.The second floor has steps and a ladder leading to two other beds.The apt was clean and we enjoyed many evenings eating around the table .Willemina provided me with many tips and recommendations of things to do in this area.We were fortunate to be there during lavendar season quite a sight to see !!
Willemina’s apartment, right in the centre of old-town Aix en Provence, is as bright and cheery as she is.
A wonderfully colourful home, filled with comfy furnishings, interesting art and modern conveniences. Her spacious apartment also comes with a great loft and second living room.
Lots of restaurants and shops right downstairs as everything you need is very nearby.
Highly recommend spending time at Willy’s and enjoying Aix!!
Willy is a great communicator, relaxed and friendly. We stayed with Willy for a few nights before she left for her own travels. It was great getting to know Willy and her son in person. Both are really lovely. Willy’s apartment is up a series of stairs in the old part of town which made siteseeing really easy. Great location with everything on your doorstep and the buses to other areas just an 8 minute walk away. We had a lovely stay. Thank you Willy!
Willie and Rino…the most perfect guests. They stayed here for only 5 days between cruises in the south pacific and the mainland. Although short timers , they left the house completely clean…..better than we left for them I’m afraid. We hope to visit their home in Naples one of these years. They are both welcome back whenever fortune finds them back in paradise.
Thanks Victor
It was such a pleasure staying at your home . Hopefully see you in Napoli !
It was a pleasure to have Willy and Rino stay in our Glebe apartment. Communication was easy in the lead up to their stay, and it was great to have the opportunity to meet them in person.
They were very easy guests, and left the apartment in immaculate condition. We would have no hesitation in exchanging with them again, and looking forward to staying in their home in Aix later this year.
Willy and Rino are a delightful, positive and vibrant couple. We only had a few hours together, but Harry and I feel like we have made wonderful friends. They looked after our home, car and cat with care and respect (and love🐈⬛) and we can highly recommend them as exchange partners.
We look forward to meeting them again after we stay in their home.
Karen
Willy and Rino's apartment reflects them perfectly: they are interesting, brilliant and unfailingly honest.
Willy and Rino are great guests: we found our apartment in perfect condition and communication was very easy.
Beautiful guests! Loved having them here and hearing about all their fun adventures around Melbourne.
Looked after our home with great care and 💜. My plants even survived the Melbourne heatwave!
Thankyou Willy and Rino.
Welcome back anytime!
Gav & Dora xxx
Thanks Dora ! We had a great time at your place !
Willemina was very communitive .We communicated several times during our stay and she was very helpful .Willemenia left us a bottle of wine as a wecome gift.Willemina gave of great suggestions re parking/side trips /places to eat/when anf where the markets are.
Willy and Rino are a friendly well travelled couple whom were a delight to host. We were happy to have them over for drinks in our home, and looking forward to joining them for a get together on their next trip to Manly.
Willy was a lovely guest; her easy-going and relaxed style makes exchanging with her smooth. Communication was quick and clear, and she even provided links to help me with my language goal to learn French. She's very kind!
Willy and her husband stayed at my home for a week and treated it with such care. They are clean, respectful and when they departed, we could hardly tell that they had been there, because they kept everything in perfect order.
I definitely recommend exchanging with Willy and would happily exchange again! :-)
It was a pleasure hosting Jan and Joel in our Aix apartment.
They were very easy guests, communication was perfect and they left the apartment in good condition.
Stay in touch and hope to see you again in the near future !
We had a 4 days stay at Victor's wonderful quirky home with an amazing view ! Communication was super easy . 5 min walk to the beach . Perfect !!! Thank you Victor
The best Guests possible ! Karen and Harry stayed 1 month at my apartment in Aix and had a great time . They took good care of my home as if it was theirs and Karen , an artist ,created 2 very nice monoprint collages . We are so grateful that we met in Australia before they left for France . We definitely meet again . Bon voyage and enjoy France ! Big hug
It was a pleasure to have Jasmine and Pete (and their friend ) stay in our Naples apartment.
They were easy guests, communication was simpel and they left the apartment in good condition.We're looking forward to staying in their home in NY later this year. Enjoy europe !
What an amazing time we had in Sydney! Really thankful to Joel and Jan to have us in their home. What a cozy and comfortable apartment with a wonderful view on Blackwattle Bay . We enjoyed our stay so much. The communication was very good, we were lucky to meet Joel when we arrived. We’re waiting for you in Aix en Provence in July . Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!
A wonderful and very comfortable home ! We stayed several weeks at Karen and Harry's home in the middle of a luxurious garden in the outskirts of Brisbane . We were welcomed and picked up from the airport in the middle of the cyclone Alfred ( tons of rain ) and spent the evening with Karen and Harry and it immediately felt familiar . We had company of Meg the cat and lots of tropical birds , bush turkeys and a pet lizard . We were lucky to use Harry's car to get around and visit . Thank you so much for opening your house with this Aussie hospitality and can't wait hosting you in aix en provence ! Big hug from Willy and Rino ( and David )
Diane and Jordan were wonderful guests . They stayed at our home for 2 weeks .Communication was quick and clear and we found our apartment in perfect condition .
Where to start ?
At first the perfect communication with Sisi and when we arrived at her home in Goa she was so kind and thoughtful to fully prepare the kitchen with food , fresh fruit and vegetables ! It directly felt coming home .
The peace and quiet and the view are magical ! We arrived with our 2 adult sons and stayed one week , a real delight .
The second week we had the chance to stay at Sisi and F's home in Mumbai and we even had a wonderful evening together . The apartment is located in a neighbourhood which is a perfect balance of old-world charm and heritage with a cosmopolitan culture and narrow village lanes with charming old bungalows ad big trees and trendy eateries and pubs .
We were so lucky to be served the perfect Indian food ( non spicy for my husband ) . Mumbai needs more time to be explored , we'll be back .
I can't say enough :Thank you so much for this wonderful experience! Big hug to you both
perfect guest
Perfect Place to discover ,live and feel the Parisian atmosphere . Astrid makes you feel at home and communication was super easy . We'll be back soon !
Nous avons passé 8 jours dans l'appartement de vacances de Laurent et Sylvie et c'était superbe . La vue sur la Méditerranée et les petites plages de la Costa Brava , le calme , le grand balcon .... Des vraies vacances .
La cuisine est tout équipée et pour les amateurs de sports nautiques , il y a la planche Stand up Paddle . les masques et tubas etc .
Merci !!! On reviendrait volontiers
Laurent and Sylvie were perfect guests. They maintained our apartment very well , perfectly cleaned and it was easy to communicate with them . We're looking forward to come to their appartment in Spain in June .
We had a wonderful stay at Dora and Gavin's home . It is such a comfortable house with everything you need . The best sofa possible and the best cappuchino appiance in a great kitchen . We felt so at home . Thanks again for your hospitality . Big hug and see you again in Italy or Melbourne
Wonderful and the most perfect guests ! I was lucky to welcome and meet Dora and her husband Gavin before leaving . They took great care of it . I'm looking forward to coming to Melbourne soon . Have a great trip in Italy !!
Heather , David and their 2 friends were perfect guests . They took good care of my place .
A perfect home exchange . Heather and David's apartment was perfect . Our arrival was well organised . The appartment is perfectly clean , very comfortable and the kitchen well equipped . Everything you need is at walking and beach at 5 min . We loved Cascais
Great Exchange so far!!! The communication was easy and Holly and Andrew were the perfect guests . We are looking forward to visit their home in Bali in March 2024 .
Staying 5 days at Jane and Graham's apartment was wonderful . It's a cosy and comfortable place in beautiful Manly , close to the beach and wit a easy access to the ferry to Sydney . Jane and Graham are great hosts and we spent some time together for a drink . Can't wait to meet again on Sunday! Big hug from willy and Rino
Judy is THE perfect guest ! I was very happy to spend an evening with her at my apartment in Aix and to get to know her .Perfect communication and she took great care of my home . A bientot Judy
A perfect home exchange . Judy's appartment is wonderful . Our arrival was well orrganised The appartment is perfectly clean , very comfortable and the kitchen well equipped . Everything you need is at walking distance and the Mainstreet area is a great neigbourhood . Merci beaucoup Judy !
It was wonderful having Jane and Graham as guests in Aix . They were easygoing and lovely and after 3 years of exchanging via email , we could finally meet ! Perfect guests ! Thanks and hopefully we'll meet soon in Australia
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