Villa Rotonde – A Secret Garden in the Heart of Aix-en-Provence

A rare find just steps from Place de la Rotonde, this 2,150 sq ft (200 m²) house sits on a tucked-away street in absolute quiet, while remaining firmly in the heart of the city. Behind its discreet entrance lies an 8,600 sq ft (800 m²) garden shaded by century-old trees, a heated 23 x 10 ft (7 x 3 m) pool secured by an electric roller shutter, a generous covered terrace, and a private garage.

Recently renovated, the villa strikes a balance between understated elegance and everyday comfort, fully air-conditioned throughout and moments from the market, boutiques, museums, and Aix's most beautiful streets.

Inside, the entrance opens onto bright, generous living spaces. The elegant living room flows directly onto the terrace and garden, while the dining room comfortably seats up to 10 guests in a warm, convivial setting. The fully equipped kitchen suits both independent stays and private chef service, and a separate home office offers a quiet spot for remote work or business travel. A fully equipped laundry room rounds out the comforts on offer.

The villa's five air-conditioned bedrooms include a spacious master suite with a king-size bed (180 x 200 cm), two queen-bedded rooms (160 x 200 cm) each with their own ensuite bathroom, and two further queen-bedded rooms sharing an elegant, functional bathroom.

Outside, the 8,600 sq ft (800 m²) landscaped garden wraps around the pool, heated from May through September, with a large shaded terrace made for long lunches and evenings under the trees.

Set in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, widely regarded as one of the finest bases from which to explore the region, the villa places Provence within easy reach: the celebrated vineyards, the hilltop villages of the Luberon, the calanques of Cassis, Marseille, Sainte-Victoire, and the Côte d'Azur are all under an hour away.

Aix itself offers the best of both worlds, a cultured, lively city rich in gastronomy, and the ideal launchpad for discovering all of Provence.