From the moment you arrive in the quaint medieval stone village of St. Restitut and wind down the long country lane towards the house you immediately feel the tranquility and authenticity of Provence. At Mas des Chênes, you will find yourself in the heart of wine country, surrounded by olive groves and fields of lavender, medieval castles and cobblestone streets. Nature lovers will delight in the Provencal countryside and those wanting to indulge in culture will find the area buzzing with renowned music, theatre and art festivals during the summer months.
Mas des Chênes was originally a 17th century simple Bergerie, or sheperd's abode. Upon entering the grand tiled foyer it is immediately evident that great care has been taken in the renovation of this ancient bergerie. Warm colors and tasteful furnishings reveal a decor that exudes casual elegance in Provence. The house has an open design, with sweeping arches linking the foyer to the sitting room then into the dining room which opens up to the terrace.
Seated on the terrace draped with climbing roses, you can take in the views of the vast gardens and pool area. The extensive grounds have several shaded areas under large mature trees offering different sitting areas ideal for mid-day tea or an evening aperitif.
Mas des Chenes has a resident cat that is cared for by the housekeeper.
Bedrooms
The bedrooms are all located upstairs, with two located in one wing of the house and the other two in the other, allowing for greater privacy amongst a group. Each has a spacious feel with comfortable beds and quality linens.
Bedroom 1 - King bed with ensuite bathroom that has double sinks, tub and shower
Bedrooms 2 - 2 single beds. The bathroom is located outside of this bedroom and has a shower and toilet
Bedroom 3 - King bed
Bedroom 4 - Queen bed. Both bedrooms share bathroom with double sink tub and shower. Separate WC
Amenities
- Walking distance to local stone village
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Wireless Broadband Internet
- Satellite TV with CNN and BBC
- Zone 2 Euro DVD player
- Flat Screen TV
- Dishwasher
- Washing Machine and Dryer
- One Baby Cot/ Crib and one High Chair
- Hair Dryer in each bathroom
- Linens provided
- Pool and Garden service
- 5x10 meter pool (4 steps) shallow and deep end
- Pool cover
Table Seatings
- Indoor seating for 8
- Table for 6 under the oak tree
- Round mosaic table in the courtyard
- Terrace Table with seating for 8
Locale
Information
This region offers the best of Provence in terms of the beauty of the countryside as well as cultural endeavours. If you wish to pursue outdoor activities, there is a tennis court 10 minutes walk from the property and a golf course in Clansayes, 10 minutes drive from the house. If you wish to venture a little further, there is rock climbing, kayaking and white water rafting in the stunning Gorges de L'Ardeche. There are endless possibilities for cycling and hiking excursions right from the doorstep.
There are six Restaurants Gastronomique including a Michelin-starred restaurant in St. Paul and the surrounding villages which offer a range of Provencal, French and Italian cuisines.
Just one half mile down the road lies the charming medieval village of St. Restitut, perched on a hilltop. This enchanting village boasts a boulangerie, post office, hairdresser and pharmacy.
For higher end boutiques and cafes one finds the town of St. Paul Trois Chateaux just 3 miles away with its typical Provencal market square and a 12 century ancient Cathedral.
As for culture, there is no end to the possibilities for exploration. The Roman town of Vaison La Romaine (12 miles away) holds annual Dance and Musical events in their Roman Amphitheatre. Market day is held on Tuesday morning and is known for offering a large display of regional produce and Provencal crafts.
For those for which theatre is a passion, the beautiful Papal city of Avignon, rich in history and well worth a visit, offers an Annual Festival every summer. For opera buffs, the town of Orange offers a real treat with events being held in the Roman Amphitheatre. Orange is situated just 12 miles from the Mas des Chênes. It also has one of the largest and most colorful markets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Within 7 miles one finds the well known and majestic Chateaux de Grignan built on a hill with a dominant view, well known for its summer concerts and plays held right on the grounds of the Chateau.
Several other medieval Provencal villages are found within 8 miles of St.Restitut offering a wide display of local Provencal regional works of art.
Drive times - 40 minutes to TGV in Avignon - One hour to Nimes airport- 1.15 minutes to Marseille airport - 1.45minutes to Lyon airport.
Pool Info
- 10x5 meter pool with Pool House (extra refrigerator)
- Steps for children
2010 season prices per week
| June, July, August |
| €5500 |
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Discount applies for multiple weeks
Tuesday and Thursday maid services included.
Please inquire for additional hours of maid service.
Contact Us
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John and Lydia Dean
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