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.
Sleeps 10 + (Extra 2 on Annex) 5 bedrooms, 4 bathroom, 1 shower room, 5 WCs, (extra 2 beds in Annex on request)
Master bedroom with king-sized bed which can be divided into two twins, bath with double vanity
Double bedroom with queen-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and walk in shower and WC
Double bedroom with queen-sized bed and en-suite walk in shower and WC
Double bedroom with queen-sized bed
Bathroom with bath with basin and WC
Separate shower room and WC
Second bedroom with twin beds suitable for children
Separate cottage; (on request)
Bedroom with queen-sized bed
Living area with two twin beds
Sitting area has kitchenette
Bathroom with bath and WC
Shaded terrace
Facilities
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.
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;
1/ Master bedroom with king-sized bed which can be divided into two twins, bath with double vanity, claw foot bath and separate large shower, WC
2/ Double bedroom with queen-sized bed and en-suite bathroom with bath and walk in shower and WC
3/ Double bedroom with queen-sized bed and en-suite walk in shower and WC
Lower ground floor;
Private entrance with direct access to pool, gardens, and outdoor dining area
4/ Double bedroom with queen-sized bed
Bathroom with bath with basin and WC
Separate shower room and WC
5/ Second bedroom with twin beds suitable for children
Sitting room with TV with satellite reception and DVD plus kitchenette
Separate cottage; (on request)
6/ Bedroom with queen-sized bed
Living area with two twin beds
Sitting area has kitchenette
Bathroom with bath and WC
Shaded terrace
Grounds:
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 and can be heated & security alarm
Views
From the main terrace and upper floor bedrooms views extend uninterrupted over the estate's vineyards and lavender fields to the Luberon National Park.
BBQ
Petanque / Boules
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 12; 6 bedrooms, 4 bathroom, 1 shower room, 5 WCs, (extra 2 beds in Annex on request)
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
Petanque/ Boules/ Boccia
BBQ grill
Housekeeper included 3 hours a day, 3 days a week
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
Meet and greet with welcome basket
Extras Not Included in the Rental:
Telephone
Extra housekeeping on request at approx.18 € 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
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.
“Like your own private 5 star boutique hotel! Magnificent. You will not be disappointed”
This house is everything it looks in the pictures and more, the layout around the infinity pool and interior design are second to none but the view from every room is what really makes this house so special. My family and I wanted to stay another week (if not indefinitely!) and the agents for the property are more than helpful to cater to any needs. The main town of St James is close as are all the top restaurants on the island. You will have everything you need here to make the perfect holiday, I know we will be making a re-booking! 5 of 5 stars
James family - THE BAY
I am not entirely sure I want to share this gem with anyone else
First off this is the first time I have bothered to review a holiday accommodation and secondly I am not entirely sure I want to share this gem with anyone else. But in the spirit in which we were received by the most gracious hosts of THE PLANTATION I feel duty bound to take the time to give credit where it is due.
The property itself is of course stunning. Look at the pictures. It does not disappoint in the flesh and nor is it photographed omitting noisy neighbours or ugly views. Secluded, subtle and an oasis of peaceful calm. Most previous reviews mention the fireflies on the lawn of an evening. I now understand why. Impossible to put into words or indeed film or photograph. What most don’t mention is the incredible calm of early morning there.
Good architectural fore thought meant my family of five ‘lived’ easily in this space. The space works very well. Location wise very convenient for Merida and the week barely gave us time to scratch the surface of all the sites within day trip distance. Utterly genuine honest hosts who are as enthused by the houses as we were. A rare find and a true ‘keeper’.
Adrian, England UK - THE PLANTATION
The most awe inspiring place I have been to
Exotic singing birds; lush plants; phenomenal food; refreshing pool and lounging areas; great sound system that can be linked to different areas of the house; star-gazing platform on the roof to watch the sunset and the stars; privacy. It is located perfectly for day trips to cenotes, ruins, the beach and the city, but feels like a complete escape from it all behind the limestone walls and under the royal palms. Spending time here was the trip of a lifetime. A real thinking place.
Heather Denver, USA - THE RANCH