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Lounge poolside in ProvenceProvence, France
What was originally a family home is now an extraordinary estate in the heart of Provence known as Domaine Des Andeols. Surrounded by lavender fields, cypress trees and olive groves are 10 separate guesthouses. Although each boasts contemporary design and art and antiquities chosen by the owners, they are completely different. There’s one decked out like a safari lodge, and another with a high-gloss floor the colour of the Mediterranean sky and provocative photography on display.
On a sunny day, the meals created at the restaurant, using locally grown fruit, vegetables and olive oil, are served on a deck beneath a centuries-old plane tree. Find a lounger by the pool or book a relaxing massage at the spa.
get there
The closest big city is Marseille. Fly there with Air France, then hire a car and make your own way there. The countryside is beautiful.
airfrance.com
- Free wi-fi
- 24-hour front desk
- Hammam bath
- Garden
- Sauna
- Library
- Tennis court
From US$205 a night.
Domaine Des Andeols
andeols.com
Best time to visit is in the lavender blooming season from June to August.
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