MAS SAINT-GENIÈS
Holiday Apartments in a traditional Provençal Farmhouse
ABOUT
Mas Saint-Geniès in the Vaucluse has a rich and varied history – once the home of French novelist Robert Sabatier, it was also once a priory, silk mill and working farm dating back centuries.
Now lovingly restored with traditional French olive and elm, terracotta and stone interiors, we offer two spacious well-appointed apartments each accommodating two adults - with fully-equipped kitchens and bathrooms, access to the private inner courtyard and fountain, an Orangery-style drawing room, large landscaped secluded garden, swimming pool and pool-house.
Surrounded by glorious vineyards and cherry-orchards, Mas Saint Geniès is situated a stone’s throw from the magnificent hilltop village of Venasque with its 5th century Babtistry in Mont Ventoux Nature Park, and only 20 minutes from Gordes and the 12th century Abbaye de Sénanque.
OUR ACCOMMODATION
Our apartments are newly refurbished combining traditional wood, stone and terracotta
to evoke the mood of a Provençal Mas,
with modern furnishings and lighting
for a light, airy and tranquil space.
Cool in summer, cosy in winter,
each room is air-conditioned.
Soft linens and pillows ensure blissful sleep
in our sumptuous beds
and each has an en-suite
shower-room with double sinks.
There’s a wealth of scrumptious restaurants
a stone’s throw away. Should you wish to cook, everything is on hand in the fully equipped kitchens
– from induction cookers to coffee machines.
Each self-catering apartment has a spacious
dining area both indoors and out.
FACILITIES
Garden
Beautifully-landscaped
Provençal garden -
plenty of natural shade
and seating areas for
a quiet drink or simply relaxing
Pool
Shared swimming pool - 10m x 4.5m
Plenty of space for basking in sunshine
Sunloungers and parasols
Pool house - shower and toilet
Pool towels are provided
Lounge
A calm and spacious sitting room
for the use of all our guests
with comfy sofas, garden views
and wood-burner - perfect for a
gin and tonic or just peace and quiet in the cool
Wifi
Free wifi is available in all our rooms
Bed-linen and towels
All bed-linen, towels and pool towels are provided
Parking
Private gated parking on site
GALLERY
THINGS TO DO
The best of Provence on your doorstep
Wine Tasting
We are surrounded by vineyards and there are many local Domaines near to us where you can take a tour and sample the local Ventoux wines.
Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Luberon are also closeby.
Walking and cycling
There's unlimited walking and cycle paths from our doorstep - and you can literally be exploring the gently undulating vineyards and hills within minutes. Cycle from one hilltop village to the next, or
for something more ambitious,
try the famous Mont Ventoux
Tour de France leg.
Hilltop Villages
Wander through the quiet picturesque villages Provence is renouned for - Venasque, Crillon-le Brave,
Le Beaucet, Bedoin, Gordes
- and dozens of hidden gems
off the beaten track
Mont Ventoux Nature Park
Perch at 2000m in less than an hour - with views from the Mediterannean all the way to the Alps.
The Gorge de la Nesque and Dentelles de Montmirailles offer equally stunning scenery.
The park is a hikers dream.
Provençal Markets
Every village has a weekly market, where you can amble with the locals and sample the seasonal produce.
Time your visit for the cherry, fig and truffle seasons. Antiques fairs take place each week at Carpentras and L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.
Hidden Gems
Discover the local hidden treasures:
Venasque Jazz Festival
Nougat specialists
Chateau de Thézan, St Didier
Lavender producers
Carpentras Synagogue - one of the oldest in France
Weekly concerts and recitals
Ochre sands, Mormoiron
Ancient sites
'Provincia Romana' was one of the Roman Empire's major outposts.
Explore the abundance of ancient Roman sites -
Vaison-la-Romaine
Nîmes Amphitheatre
Theatre at Orange
Pont-du-Gard
Luberon
Only a short 20 min drive away,
the Luberon valley is beautiful mix of rolling hills and hilltop villages - Gordes, Abbaye de Sènanque, Rousillon, Lacoste, Bonnieux - all are within easy reach.
Gastronomy
Dozens of excellent local eateries close to the Mas - from local bistros to fine-dining.
The hills above the Mas are the epicentre of Truffle country - visit in January or February to sample this aromatic delicacy.
PRACTICALITIES FOR YOUR STAY
Good to know
Travel
Avignon TGV station - 45 mins
Marseille Airport - 65 mins
A7 Autoroute - 25 mins
Costs
For availability and rates,
please contact us on the form below
or by phone or email
Local amenities
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Nearest shops - St Didier 1 km
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Bakeries - St Didier and Venasque
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Restaurants - 5 mins away in Venasque, St Didier
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Pharmacy - St Didier
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Nearest large town - Carpentras 7 km
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Hospital - Carpentras 7 km
Activities Nearby
Pétanque
Tennis
Horse Riding
Rock climbing
Canoeing
Flying lessons / Aerodrome de Carpentras
Check-in / out
Bookings on a weekly basis - Saturday to Saturday
Check in from 4pm
Check out 11am
Within easy reach
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
Buis-les-Baronies, Drome
The Luberon Nature Park
Les Alpilles
Beaume-de-Venise
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Gorges de l'Ardèche
Come and explore....
