Mas du Chardonny a wonderful 18th-century farmhouse “Mas” sitting in the middle of this wine estate and is ideal for guests who would like to enjoy the amazing colours of Provence, looking out from the wisteria-shaded breakfast terrace of Mas Chardonny, across leafy vines and row after row of lavender, one is quickly transported to a world where life runs at a slower, more traditional pace.
As the workers nurture and cajole their crops in preparation
for the harvest, guests may languish in the rose-scented gardens, dipping in
and out of the pool, occasionally retreating to a shaded corner with a good
book and maybe a glass of the estate's rosé.
The Mas accommodation has been fully modernised is
comfortable, practical and spaciously arranged, divided between the main house,
with five bedrooms and a guest cottage with a further bedroom (on request) . In
addition to the formal dining area in the main house, there are several
delightful outdoor terraces for dining al fresco.
The main terrace is well-positioned off the kitchen, with
views over the estate, a second terrace, near the pool, is well-lit for longer
evening meals.
The swimming pool, which is a salt water pool and can be
heated, measures 12 x 6m and is fitted with a security alarm.
Nearby Bonnieux 7 km is one of the prettiest villages in
the Luberon you will find plenty of
small shops, bakeries, small supermarket, pharmacy and banks, there is a local
weekly markets a perfect place to stroll around, and have a drink in one of the
many cafes or having a meal in one of a multitude of restaurants, from
great value pizzas at La Flambée, to Michelin-starred gastronomy at Bastide de
Capelongue.
Perched on a high ridge, the village offers fine views over
the plain to Mont Ventoux and the villages of Lacoste, Gordes and Roussillon
where you will find some good
restaurants here too. Slightly further afield but still only a relatively short
drive are Avignon and Aix en Provence, both of which would make wonderful day
trips.
However the typically Provencal scene is fully played out at
Mas Michel, which is in a quiet spot, overlooking the vineyards which provides
wine to the local cooperative.
Accommodation:
Ground
floor; Main House
Entrance hall
Guest cloakroom
Sitting room with open fireplace, TV with
satellite (Sky TV) reception and DVD, access to large sun terrace
Office with telephone, fax and high-speed
Internet access
Interior dining room and two terraces, one shaded
by vines, the other enclosed with BBQ area, both suited for outdoor dining
Excellently equipped kitchen opens onto both a
shaded terrace and sun terrace
Laundry room with washing machine and separate
tumble dryer
Pantry/ larder
Upper floor;
Bedroom 1: Master bedroom with Super King-sized 200 cm bed which can be divided into two twins, bath with double vanity, free standing bath and separate large shower, bidet & WC
Bedroom 2: Double bedroom with King sized 180 cm bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and walk in shower and WC
Bedroom 3: Double bedroom with 150 cm bed and en-suite walk in shower and WC
Lower ground floor;
Private entrance with
direct access to pool, gardens, and outdoor dining area
Bedroom 4: Double bedroom with Super King sized 180 cm bed
Bathroom with bath with basin and WC
Separate
shower room and WC
Bedroom 5/ Second bedroom with
twin beds suitable for children
Sitting room with TV with satellite reception and DVD plus kitchenette
Separate cottage;
Bedroom 7: Bedroom with large bed 150 cm bed
Living area with small kitchenette and dining table, sofa
Bathroom with
bath and WC
Shaded terrace
Grounds Features: 20 hectares
Well-tended gardens, rose-filled borders, an herb garden and
several lawn areas
Children's play area - swings, in the field next to the
house
Swimming pool, 12 x 6 m salt water pool heated to 24 degrees celsius May to September (other months pool can be heated for €250 per week).
The pool is set within a gated area, with a cover to pull over for safety
Views of vines
From the main terrace and upper floor bedrooms views extend
uninterrupted over the estate's vineyards and lavender fields to the Luberon
National Park.
Barbecue Charcoal
Pétanque / Boules pitch
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 12; 5 + 1 bedrooms, 5 X 1 bathroom, 6 WCs
Satellite TV with CNN, BBC and SKY reception
Wi-Fi Internet
Heated Pool solar panels –salt water & alarm ( pool cover)
Electric fans all rooms
Mosquito Fly screens
Hair dryer
I pod Docking Station
2 Baby cots & High chair on request
Pétanque/ Boules/ Boccia
BBQ grill
Housekeeper included
Safe
Pets on request
Services Included in the Rental:
Housekeeper included 3 hours a day, 3 days a week
Once weekly change of linens on a 2 week rental (Friday)
Pool and grounds maintenance
Final cleaning
Bedding, towels and toiletries are provided
Meet and greet with welcome basket including a complementary bottle of the Mas de Michel chardonnay
Extras Not Included in the Rental:
Telephone
Extra housekeeping on request at approx 25 € per hour
Please Note:
2 weeks preferred, 1 week considered
Caretaker lives on the
estate and is on hand and responsible for maintaining pool and gardens and
house
Check-in is anytime after 16:00 pm
Check out by 10:00 am
Pets not allowed
NO SMOKING in the house please
Personal means of transport advised
Children welcome
Returnable security Deposit 3 000 € to be held by the agency
Tourist tax “Tax de Sejour” to be paid locally (or pre arranged) per person per night (please enquire)
Language spoken by staff English – French
Location Information:
Bonnieux shops & restaurants 5 km
Goult 10 km
Lacoste 10 km
Apt &
supermarket 11 km
Avignon Airport & TGV
44 km
Avignon 46
Aix en Provence 49 km
Marseille international airport 77 km
Saint Remy de Provence 38 km
Tennis 7 km in
village
BOOKING POLICIES: Minimum stay 7 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 60 days prior to arrival.
Refundable Security Deposit 3000 € to be held at the agency
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended!