About this property
Play tennis overlooking a vineyard then cool off in your private swimming pool before retiring for a glass of Luberon AOC on the al-fresco lounge. This elegant Provençal mas is set in tranquil landscapes offering enchanting views towards the perched village of Oppède le Vieux, ideally located for visiting Ménerbes, Gordes, Avignon and other gems of Provence.
Sleeping 14 guests, Mas Saint Blaise has been sensitively yet stylishly renovated by its meticulous owners who have a great eye for detail. Interiors are chic and uncluttered allowing you to appreciate both traditional features and graceful design. The main farmhouse features six elegant bedrooms (one twin and five with queen-size double beds), all with contemporary en suite bathrooms. There is also a charming annexe with its own lounge and kitchenette alongside a mezzanine-style double. Other features across the home include Wi-Fi, a Smart TV, table tennis and, for a supplement, underfloor cooling/heating.
The garden is idyllic with all the scents and sights of Provence and pretty terraces to soak up the tranquil surroundings. The swimming pool can be heated on request (for a supplement) and features a gorgeous terrace with sun loungers whilst the outdoor lounge is the perfect spot to escape the warm summer sun. Beyond your private garden and swimming pool, explore the wider estate and come across roses, wisteria, cypress trees, pines and more glorious scenery. The tennis court is another wonderful addition – imagine playing on balmy evenings as the sun sets behind the hills.
There is a bakery, épicerie and a small handful of places to eat just over 2km away whilst even closer is hilltop Oppède le Vieux - be captivated by the medieval village’s historic charm as you explore its narrow lanes and admire the incredible Luberon vistas. Ménerbes is just over 5 minutes by car, one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ made famous by Peter Mayle’s ‘A Year in Provence’ whilst other jewels of the Luberon include Gordes, Bonnieux and Roussillon. Meanwhile, cycle or hike past cherry orchards, poppy and lavender fields, forest and vineyards and try some of the Luberon’s excellent wines.
Elsewhere in southern France, try the summer melons of Cavaillon, potter around the markets of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, canoe along the Sorgue from Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, pass olive groves en route to Les Baux-de-Provence and visit the art galleries of Saint-Rémy. Not to mention day trips such as Avignon and Aix-en-Provence for yet more fantastic experiences before returning to the serene ambience of your gorgeous Luberon farmhouse.
Mas Saint Blaise is reached via a beautiful driveway lined with cypress trees and surrounded by vineyards, located below the perched village of Oppède le Vieux in the captivating Luberon region of Provence. Fly into Avignon or Marseille Airport or take the fast train service from Paris to Gare d’Avignon TGV.
Oppède le Vieux is just 1km away – park just outside the centre and walk up the hill. Once you arrive, the medieval village will enchant you as you potter around its steep cobbled lanes and admire the most incredible landscapes around you. The once abandoned village came back to life after wwii when artists and writers took over empty houses and renovated them. Walk up towards Église Notre-Dame Dalidon for more spectacular scenery before rewarding yourself with lunch on the village square.
Meanwhile, there are a couple more places to eat in the lower part of Oppède (around 2km by car) alongside a boulangerie and épicerie for groceries. The nearest supermarkets are in and around Coustellet (7km) as well as some great artisan shops, a lavender museum and a lovely Sunday morning Farmer’s market.
Hilltop Ménerbes (4.5km) is yet another gem of the region, classified as one of France’s ‘Plus Beaux Villages’. Surrounded by vineyards and cherry orchards, the picturesque village was made especially famous by Peter Mayle’s ‘A Year in Provence’ and it is loved for its historic charm.
Other iconic perched villages of the Luberon include Gordes (13km), Roussillon (18km) and Bonnieux (16.5km), then there’s the historic town of Apt (22km) which hosts the region’s largest market on a Saturday morning. Nature lovers will adore the Luberon’s many cycling trails and hiking paths passing rivers, poppy fields, vineyards, orchards, lavender and woodland. There are also ample wine tasting opportunities across the region.
Beyond the Luberon, visit the antique stores and markets of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (17km), appreciate the natural beauty of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (17km) or head towards Les Alpilles for art galleries in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (32km), olive oil in Maussane-les-Alpilles (42km) and celebrity spotting in Eygalières (26km), perhaps stopping off in historic Cavaillon (12.5km) en route, famed for its delicious summer melons.
Accommodation
Main House Interiors
Ground Floor
- Open-plan lounge
- Open-plan kitchen-diner
- Back kitchen with American fridge and laundry facilities
- Cloakroom and WC
First Floor
- Master bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath, shower, two sinks and WC
- Master bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom with bath, two sinks and WC
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC
- Office area
Second Floor
- Master bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC
- Bedroom with twin beds (90x200cm each) and en suite bathroom with shower, two sinks and WC
- Office area
Annexe
- Open-plan lounge and kitchenette
- Bathroom with shower, sink and WC
- Mezzanine level bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm)
Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool (12x4m, depth: 1.4m) with electric safety shutter. Can be heated on request (subject to supplement)
- Outdoor lounge
- Garden
- Barbecue
- Access to estate’s tennis court (owners may occasionally use it)
- Access to estate’s landscaped grounds
Reviews (2)
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Alex
This house is spectacular and provided the perfect location for a perfect holiday. Ten of us, ostensibly five couples, spent a very happy week at Mas Saint Blaise — lounging by the pool, playing tennis, having long dinners and lunches on the terrace, and visiting the famously beautiful villages and towns (Gordes, Menèbres, Roussilon etc.) nearby. The house itself is spacious and exquisitely but simply renovated and decorated, preserving the original bones and charm while providing modern comforts and amenities. The bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms are lovely. The large kitchen, and smaller second one, are very well equipped for guests who want to cook and entertain. The owners and their property managers are incredibly welcoming and helpful. We had very few questions or requests but those we did have were quickly attended to. The same goes for Oliver’s Travels, in the planning stages. I wish I was still there. Paradise. We will be back.
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Pansy
We stayed with Mas Saint Blaise which is a stunning property. Every room was immaculate and the refurbishment of this gorgeous mas with all local, natural stone and similar products was of the highest quality. The individual touches in the ceramics and other decor made this a special place to stay. 6 en-suite bedrooms was perfect for my family (some may not love the open plan bed/bath but totally fine for us) and the pool, terraces and tennis court were fabulous. Covered parking meant cars weren’t too hot during the day despite the hot weather. We really loved this property and the owners Patrick and Christine were so charming and helpful. Families with younger (messier) broods may find avoiding spillages on the beautiful floors a bit stressful! Walking up to the tiny hilltop village of Oppède Le Vieux in the afternoons was a lovely pastime, as was visiting other pretty Provençal villages.