Le Mas de la Rose, near Orgon, Provence, France - Explore & Book
"This 17th-century farmhouse stands serenely in 20 hectares of trim lawns and thick woodland. Lavender scents the air in summer, there are loungers for sun worshipers, a tennis court for exercise freaks and a very attractive pool which sparkles in front of the house. As you sweep down the drive you'll approach the perfectly preserved building that looks more like someone's country home than an exclusive hotel, and the warm and familiar feeling extends inside. It is grand and gracious, without any sense of stuffiness. Outside, stone walls drip with colour while separate terraces for breakfast and dinner ensure maximum sun whenever you eat. Inside, an uncluttered elegance runs throughout. There are stone arches, a vaulted sitting room, open fires, huge sofas and painted beams. Rooms are scattered about (some with terraces), the more expensive quite spectacular, though the smaller rooms are lovely, too. Pull yourself away and discover St Remy, Avignon, Arles, Nimes; all are close. There’s a Michelin star at the village bistro, so don’t come to diet. Highs This lovely old house, which sits elegantly in its 20 hectares of lawns and woodlandGorgeous bedrooms that spoil you all the wayThe pool, with comfy loungers scattered all over the gardenThe Alpilles Hills which encircle you, where Van Gogh painted his olive treesThe unmissable Cathedrale d’Images at Les Baux - don’t miss this Lows Breakfast is not included and will set you back a small fortuneIt's a little priceyYou need to book a table in advance for dinner as the restaurant is often fullTo make the most of the rural setting and wider region you'll need a car" - Tom Bell
