Domaine Art et Vin
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Overview
The Languedoc doesn’t really get better than this…imagine arriving at your own working vineyard, then entering a Maison de Maître dating back to before the French Revolution with a surprising Art Deco wing, two hectares of private parkland dotted with lavender, pine and centennial trees, a swimming pool to die for, and all surrounded by the estate’s own endless vines.
A gift package of the estate’s award-winning wines welcomes you. Push open the antique door of the Maison de Maître and discover a beautiful mix of luxury and history; a sitting-room with fireplace, library, cinema room, well-equipped kitchen, dining room and sumptuous bedrooms, each with their own unique style and historic artwork, which add a touch of 1817, when one of Napoleon’s generals lived here.
The Art Deco wing, in contrast, features an impressive Art Deco staircase, a stunning main salon with fireplace and grand piano, antique French tiled floors and chandeliers, all complimented by modern and contemporary touches.
Guests are welcome to enjoy a complimentary tour of the estate, guided by the passionate winemakers who produce wine from nine different grape varieties. This winery was listed by the Huffington Post as one of 10 vineyards to visit worldwide. Amongst the vines and farmland are marked walks which also lead to other vineyards and wineries. On the estate’s beautiful private grounds, kids can explore while the adults play boules, lunch alfresco on one of the terraces or simply relax by the heated swimming pool.
A unique art gallery and exhibition space delights and surprises the senses with changing collections in the summer months, alongside the Domaine’s own historical exhibition.
Here, the real South of France awaits at the doorstep; Molière’s Pezenas, the harbour at Mèze, famous Bouzigues oysters, seafood with a view in Sète, Bezier bull-fighting and the vibrant and charming town of Montpellier. Daytrips are also possible a little further to Carcassonne, Aigues Mortes and Pont du Gard. The nearest beach is only a 10-minute drive away and there is a good choice of outdoor activities within reach, such as cycling, horse-riding, golf and watersports.
Domaine Art et Vin is a unique retreat showcasing wine, food, art and comfort, which is designed to thrill the senses and to fully transport you to this quintessentially charming part of Southern France.
What you should know…
- A car is recommended for shopping and exploring
- A guardian lives discretely on the estate and can provide assistance whenever required
- Short-breaks of minimum three nights are on request only and only permitted outside the peak season
- The six guest price includes the use of the Maison de Maître only and applies only outside the peak season
Property Features
1) Maison de Maître + Art Deco Wing (12 pax/6 bedrooms)
2) Maison de Maître Only (6 pax/3 bedrooms)
Maison de Maître
(also available for individual bookings outside the peak season only)
Ground Floor
- Living room with sofas and fireplace
- Kitchen, well equipped including dishwasher, large fridge-freezer with ice cube maker, wine fridge, induction hobs, two ovens, microwave, espresso machine, kettle, toaster
- Breakfast/Dining room with table and chairs for up to 12 guests, opens up to park and pool area
- Cinema room with large cinema screen, fireplace, sofas and good selection of DVDs
- Well-stocked library with sofas and Satellite TV
- W.C.
First Floor
- Double bedroom, en-suite with shower, washbasin and W.C.
- Double bedroom, en-suite with bath, separate rain shower, double washbasin and W.C.
- Double bedroom, en-suite with bath, rain shower, double washbasin and W.C.
- Utility room with washing machine, dryer and iron (in a different wing, staff also use this room)
Art-Deco Wing
Ground Floor
- Grand Salon (60m2) with sofas, large fireplace and grand piano
- Double/twin bedroom, en-suite wet room with open Italian shower, washbasin and W.C.
First Floor
- Master double bedroom with library, balcony overlooking park and swimming pool, en-suite with bathroom with bath, shower, washbasin and W.C.
- Double/twin bedroom, en-suite with shower room, washbasin and W.C.
Please note there is a seventh bedroom in a separate wing near the laundry room and winery offices. This may be rented for staff or visiting friends, prices are on request.
Outside Grounds
- Private parkland and garden (5 acres)
- Private swimming pool (size: 11m x 5m/width: 1.5m/shape: rectangular) with alarm system - heated when required
- Terraces with garden furniture (sofas, loungers, parasols, dining table and chairs)
- BBQ
- Pétanque court
- Working vineyard (175 acres)
- Parking space
Facilities
- Air-conditioning
- Heating
- 3 working fireplaces
- Wi-Fi
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Sound systems with outdoors speakers
- I-pod docking station
- Cinema room with screen and DVDs
- Play-station
- Library
- Grand piano
- Board games
- Toys
- Badminton
- Croquet
- Pétanque
- Bikes (2 adults, 2 children)
- Hairdryer and bathrobes in each room
- Washing machine and dryer
- Iron and ironing board
At the domaine you can also visit the wine shop, vineyard, winery and art gallery.
Location
About the surrounding area of Domaine Art et VinDomaine Art et Vin is set in a 175 acre estate of vineyards, winery and parkland, in the Hérault countryside between Pezanas (12km) and Mèze (10km). Wine tasting tours of the vineyards and winery are available as part of your stay and there are numerous walks that start from the domaine including the ancient Roman route of Via Domitia which passes one kilometre away. Cyclists can borrow one of the bikes available to head to the nearest village of Montagnac (6km) or explore further afield on one of the many cycling routes in the area.
The closest village (6km) is very picturesque with some interesting shops, a handful of rural French bars and restaurants and a pretty medieval church worthy of a visit. Historic Pézenas (12km) is also just a short drive away, a great place to spend some time wandering around the town’s art galleries and antique shops or stopping for a bite to eat in one of the many good restaurants.
Within ten minutes drive you can be on the water’s edge at Étang de Thau, one of the impressive lagoons along this part of the coast. The water is famous for oysters and the villa owners can arrange a fantastic boat trip from the village of Marseillan (16km) to the oyster beds of Bouzigues. Of course you can enjoy some excellent sea-food in the fishing villages dotted around Étang de Thau, including nearby Mèze (10km) where you will also find a variety of watersports, a weekly market and lots of local events. The unspoilt and authentic town of Sète (30km) has long sandy beaches and there are further seaside resorts at Marseillan Plage (23km) and Cap d’Agade (30km), with more watersports available.
The city of Montpellier (45km) is the region’s capital and full of stunning plazas, great shops and historical sites. Other places worthy of a day trip include the magnificent fortified town of Carcassone (120km), the impressive Roman aquaduct at Pont du Gard (120km) and one of the most beautiful villages in France, Saint Guilhem le Désert (40km), all three of them are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
There are activities for young and old nearby, from kite-surfing in Marseillan to yachting in Mèze, and golf lovers have a choice of courses in the Languedoc. There are plenty of marked trails for walking and bike rides and there is horse-riding within a few minutes. You may also like to watch the popular and traditional sport of water jousting which takes place throughout the summer with competitions between local seaside towns. Finally, dinosaur lovers have the choice of the nearby Dinosaur museum, just ten minutes drive away or the Dino-Park within 30 kilometres, both open from April to October.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Beziers/Montpellier/Nimes/Perpignan/Marseilles
(35km/50km/100km/125km/190km) |
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| Nearest Village |
(6km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
(6km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
(6km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Mèze
(10km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Gare d'Agde/Gare de Sète/Gare de Montpellier Saint-Roch
(24km/25km/47km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf Saint Thomas
(30km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
(6km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Mèze
(10km) |
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Region
Languedoc-Roussillon is one of those areas of France where you can feel like you’re totally cut off from the rest of the country. Commercial tourism has been very slow to capitalise on the region, meaning you can still enjoy a slice of authentic French rural life at its finest. A mixture of landscapes also makes it a great place to visit, with a good stretch of coastline offering a totally different experience to more bucolic interiors. Whatever you’re looking for, our range of villas and chateaux in Languedoc means you can get exactly the kind of holiday you want with accommodation that’s perfectly tailored to you, your friends and your family.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesA cot, 3 highchairs, camp beds and children's cutlery/crockery are available for guests.
ONSITE FACILITIES
Bikes: 2 for children, 2 for adults
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Bikes
- Xbox/Playstation
- Boules/Petanque
- Board games
- Badminton
- Heated Pool
- Bicycles Provided
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- Home Cinema
- DVD
Services Available
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Massages and Beauty Treatments Available
- Wine Tour and Tastings Included
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting / childcare services
Services included in the rental rate:
- Gift package of the estate's wines
- Mid-week towel change and end-week clean
- L'Occitane toiletries
- Tour of estate's vineyards and wineries including wine tasting
- Villa host available to organise any activities or excursions
Extras available at this property:
- Private chef
- Bread and patisserie delivery
- Breakfast basket for your first morning
- Breakfast buffets during your stay
- In-villa massage and beauty treatments
- Additional cleaning
- Airport transfers
- Excursions
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Event information
| Security deposit | €1,500 to be paid by credit card on arrival. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1,500 to be paid by credit card on arrival. |
| Arrival time | 5.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, including pool towels. Mid-week towel change is also included. |
| Pets welcome? | On request, subject to owner's agreement. |
| Changeover day | Flexible (excluding July and August when it is Saturday). |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and mid-week cleaning is also included. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. Short breaks of 3 nights minimum are on request only and only permitted outside the peak season. |
| Pool heating charge? | No. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | The six guest price includes the use of the Maison de Maître only and applies only outside the peak season |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 6 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Jun 24th 2019 - Jul 1st 2019 | £3,601 |
| Jul 1st 2019 - Sep 2nd 2019 | £7,717 |
| Sep 2nd 2019 - Oct 7th 2019 | £3,601 |
| Oct 7th 2019 - Dec 21st 2019 | £3,087 |
| Dec 21st 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £3,601 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - May 23rd 2020 | £3,087 |
| May 23rd 2020 - Jul 4th 2020 | £4,116 |
| Jul 4th 2020 - Sep 5th 2020 | £8,231 |
| Sep 5th 2020 - Oct 3rd 2020 | £4,116 |
| Oct 3rd 2020 - Dec 20th 2020 | £3,087 |
| Dec 20th 2020 - Dec 25th 2020 | £4,116 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Jun 24th 2019 - Jul 1st 2019 | £6,174 |
| Jul 1st 2019 - Sep 2nd 2019 | £7,717 |
| Sep 2nd 2019 - Oct 7th 2019 | £6,174 |
| Oct 7th 2019 - Dec 21st 2019 | £4,630 |
| Dec 21st 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £5,659 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - May 23rd 2020 | £4,630 |
| May 23rd 2020 - Jul 4th 2020 | £6,688 |
| Jul 4th 2020 - Sep 5th 2020 | £8,231 |
| Sep 5th 2020 - Oct 3rd 2020 | £6,688 |
| Oct 3rd 2020 - Dec 20th 2020 | £4,630 |
| Dec 20th 2020 - Dec 25th 2020 | £6,688 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Domaine Art et Vin
Beauty, historical charm, modern day comfort, art, award winning wine and a taste of authentic French rural life are to be found in abunda...
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Domaine Art et Vin
Beauty, historical charm, modern day comfort, art, award winning wine and a taste of authentic French rural life are to be found in abundance at this versatile wedding venue near the coast in Languedoc. You can dine in style in the elegant Art Deco ‘Grand Salon’ with its antique French tiled floors, chandeliers and grand piano for impromptu music or picnic more informally round the sparkling pool. Rustic celebrations can be enjoyed in the glorious private parkland, surrounded by acres of one of the finest vineyards in the world. There is plenty of glamour and history here to delight your guests – even one of Napoleon’s general’s stayed here in 1817.
Wedding Reception
The terrace, pool area and parkland can combine to host receptions for up to 200 people. There is an indoor reception option for up to 50 guests inside the salon and other rooms could be added to increase this capacity.
Dancing for up to 70 people can take place on the terrace or in the salon. Larger groups may hire a marquee and dancefloor in the grounds.
Music can continue as late as you like with no music restrictions at this venue.
Wedding Ceremony
There is a grassy area behind the venue for smaller groups to have a ceremony, otherwise larger parties or those looking for a more rustic feel, can use the parkland.
The salon could host an indoor ceremony of up to 60 people.
Where to Stay
14 people can sleep at the venue and there is accommodation available for many more guests 10-15 minutes’ drive away.
Wedding Planning
The owners are able to recommend an event planner or clients may arrange their own.
Catering
The owners can recommend local caterers or clients may arrange their own.
Other information
During high season, the chateau must be rented for a minimum of a week.
The venue is able to offer lots of additional extras such as wine tasting and tours in the vineyard or outdoor games in the parkland.
Marquee hire is required for groups of over 60 people, in case of bad weather.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees. All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
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