"One of the most restful, lovely spaces"
We have had the most wonderful week in your utterly perfect mas, tennis was outstanding and the pool completely stunning. You have put a great deal of thought into the garden and it is one of the most restful, lovely spaces. Thank you so very much, we have all loved it . Sally Ann and Scott were very helpful.
The Hussey Family, UK. August 2020
"Thank you for letting us stay in this little paradise"
We have had a wonderful time at Mas des Vignes Folles. The quiet and unassuming luxury of the house, the many wild birds and animals we saw and the wonderful trips to the nearby villages we took with our bikes, made this an entertaining and at the same time, very relaxing, holiday with friends and family. Thank you for letting us stay in this little paradise.
The Schaller Family, Switzerland. July 2020
"Incredible eye for detail and warm hospitality"
Where can I begin to thank you for sharing your most gracious home with us this Christmas. Thanks to your incredible eye for detail and warm hospitality, we have created memories with our grown children to last a lifetime. Your home truly hugged us … especially around the fireplace each evening.
The Elgarten Family, USA. Christmas 2019
“Merci Beaucoup!”
Les Pickards came with a few friends for a lovely week in the scorching heat! We love the house and Bonnieux and Menerbes. Thank you from us all.
Ed and Mimi Pickard, UK, July 2019
“My favourite house”
Ideally situated to explore the Luberon 5 minutes from the cute town of Bonnieux. Spectacular garden and pool area. We enjoyed every minute of it and can’t wait to go back!.
Michon H. Santa Monica USA. July 2019
“Returning for our ninth year in 2020”
Going into our 9th year coming to Mas des Vignes Folles next summer, it’s obvious we have grown to love the house, the local town Bonnieux and the Vaucluse area of the Luberon in Provence. It’s a lovely home with five bedrooms perfectly suited to accommodate various family and friends over the years, I must say that the weather in June, July and August has always been perfect and your beautiful pool and grounds are perfectly suited to keep us cool. There is a calm every evening as we look out over the vineyards that surround your house watching the sun set to west and the wonderful white-capped Ventoux mountains in the distance. The accommodations have been nicely tended by your house manager Sally-Ann who offers impeccable support and service but I must also comment on the wifi (as good as it gets in the area) and the wonderful array of English channels that you have made available on the TV. Our typical day consists of buying bread and taking a morning coffee in Bonnieux, then traveling to one of the various markets around the valley – Gordes is very special – and then some afternoon relaxation by the pool, rosé wine aperitifs and dinner overlooking the pool. It’s elegant and charming, calming and yet we’re as busy as we would want to be.
Thanks for our easy working relationship,
Looking forward to next summer at Mas des Vignes Folles
Harry B. Montreal, Canada. June/July 2019
“Incredible views, smells, food and wine”
What an amazing retreat and vacation for our family. We welcomed the change of pace and scenery. We had many wonderful adventures exploring the Luberon and will not soon forget the incredible smells, views, food (and wine!). Each person we encountered enhanced our experience – such friendly, helpful people. I will not forget the gorgeous smells of lavender and the lime trees in the morning. How can you not relax with the gorgeous views of the vineyards, mountains and garden. An incredible trip this family will not forget. Thank you for an amazing experience!
The Leet Family, Indianapolis, USA. June 2019
“Perfect for family gatherings”
Our third trip back to Mas des Vignes Folles. Beautiful and peaceful! My children (age 15 – 25) have decided travelling to Provence will be our new Summer family tradition. The home and property are perfect for family gatherings. We are already looking forward to our return next summer. Sally-Anne is a delight and most helpful in every way!
De Anne G. USA. June 2019
“A Piece of Perfection”
Thank you for sharing your piece of perfection here. We’ve visited Provence several times before and think this is our favourite house. We loved having Bonnieux as our local village – enjoyed the ice cream at Le Tinel and meals at L’Arome and not forgetting the views! The grounds are super and we’ve used the pool, boules and tennis courts almost every day plus the lawn for frisbee and football.
We enjoyed the walk up to Bonnieux, the Bories near the Foret des Cedres and thought the Mines de Bruoux were well worth a visit. The canoeing on the Sorgue with Kayak Vert was super-cool too (you will get wet!) and the Passerelles des Cimes (tree top obstacles) was great – a fun afternoon. Lagnes, Oppede-le-Vieux, Murs, Joucas and Fontaine de Vaucluse are all pretty in their own right, but it was always hard to leave our own surrounds here. Breakfast by the pool, the abris by night or when the wind blew were all simply super. We’re relaxed and content. Thank you.
The Williams family, UK. May/June 2019
"Beautiful October sunshine, a perfect week"
We have had a truly wonderful week celebrating special birthdays with our family, complete with beautiful October sunshine – an absolutely perfect week. You have a beautiful home in Provence, and we have enjoyed playing tennis (very competitively!!!). The pool was a little chilly … however we have shared a perfect holiday and hope to return one day.
The Lee Family, October 2018
"Such a joyous time"
Thank you for the most lovely stay. We have had such a joyous time here at Mas des Vignes Folles. We will definitely be returning.
Nick and Mary Furlonge, UK, August 2018
“This is a place we would definitely come back to”
What a wonderful site and house. We had an absolute fantastic time in and around Les Vignes Folles. Sally-Ann was very welcoming and Florence was very friendly and helpful. We would have liked to stay a lot longer but unfortunately our holidays came to an end. This is a place we would definitely come back to.
Thank you very much for a wonderful time.
La Famille Baril. USA, August 2018
"The Vacation of Dreams"
Thank you for another lovely two weeks in Les Vignes Folles. Between the gorgeous weather, company and the kindness and care of Florence and Sally-Anne, we had the vacation of dreams. The most beautiful house, pool and views. As Jane Austen says, “life is a quick succession of busy nothings” and what better way to spend busy nothings than in this most beautiful place. The only lesson learned – 2 books is not enough, bring 4!
The Richardsons, USA, August 2018
“A Wonderful Stay in France My husband and I highly recommend Mas des Vignes Folles”
We travel extensively, renting properties in select locations. We look online at hundreds of possible rentals in that location on multiple sites. Our aim is to find THE place that will please. For this trip, we narrowed our list of possibilities in the Luberon/Provence. We studied descriptions, details in every photo, and reviewers’ comments.
We chose Mas des Vignes Folles for its special location in the Luberon/Provence and because every photo showed attractive architecture, lovely rooms, tasteful furnishings, well-kept gardens, extensive stonework, choices of outdoor gathering places, etc. The positive reviews of the owner and house manager were important too.
We were pleased (and relieved) to see it was even better than we had expected. For instance, the vineyard (which looks like a very narrow of vineyard in the online photo) is a good-sized vineyard with a 180 degree panorama of mountains beyond it – and each evening the light turns golden and you can play boule or sit by the outside area with a glass of wine, facing the vineyard and watching the sunset over the mountains.
It’s surrounded by acres of cherry orchards. It’s quiet and private. No traffic sounds. No neighbor sounds. An occasional sound of farm vehicles in the orchards. A dog barking one night. Otherwise, lovely quiet and tranquiity.
The welcome basket has lovely gifts. Sally Ann, the house manager, is cheerful and helpful. The house is clean, the rooms well proportioned, the kitchen well equipped.
We had one concern when we rented it – no air conditioning. We always rent properties with A/C but made an exception and took a chance. We were concerned that it would be uncomfortable in June. To our relief, it stayed cool and completely comfortable for our entire week’s stay – with mosquito screens on the bedroom windows and the most delightful fairly-strong breezes and cross ventilation. In other words, the listing was accurate – and it was cool and comfortable at all times.
What else did we appreciate? Its location! So many wonderful towns are an easy drive from Mas des Vignes Folles. There are so many cobble-stoned streets, cafes and restaurants, vistas, lavender fields, Roman ruins, bakeries, outdoor markets, churches, vineyards, and picnic spots in every direction.
We rarely go back to the same place and the same property. Would we return to Mas des Vignes Folles? Yes.
Jeanna and George, USA, June 2018
“A beautiful and comfortable place to be”
Another wonderful week at Mas des Vignes Folles – enjoyed family time, relaxed, created wonderful memories! Sally-Ann terrific. Marie wonderful.
A beautiful and comfortable place to be
Deanne and George, New York, June 2018
"We were enchanted by the experience"
We are so sad to be leaving Mas des Vignes Folles after another wonderful month staying in this magnificent property. Our second time here and we love it more and more. Some of our family joined us and without exception they were enchanted by the experience of staying here. Living in the vineyards, lazing around the beautiful pool area, petanque in the evenings, and just being in this peaceful setting made for a perfect holiday. We hope to return to the Luberon soon and hope to stay once again in this amazing home. Thank you so much for the experience.
Janene and Bevan, Queensland, Australia, October 2017
"A very warm welcome"
We had a wonderful time! The house and the grounds are beautiful. Thank you to Sally-Ann for a very warm welcome. And for being so helpful. We had a wonderful meal upon our arrival. All felt “at home” – enjoyed our time with our family, played board games with children – not “online/video” games. We plan to return very soon. Thank you.
The Gleeson Family, USA, August 2017
"Great pool and tennis court"
A lovely stay in a comfortable house. Great pool and tennis court. A lovely area with great places to visit. Very nice markets. La Petite Ecole, Gargas, a great restaurant to eat at. Booking essential. Thank you.
The Day Family, London, August 2017
"Staying here has been a dream"
Thank you again for another wonderful stay at the most magical Mas des Vignes Folles. This is our third time here at the house and it continues to be the most perfect place to stay. From the weather, to the pool and gardens, to the gorgeous rooms, staying here has been a dream. Can’t wait to come back.
The Richardsons, USA, July 2017
"The house is perfect"
A really magical time, the house is perfect for taking it easy in Provence. We did not feel the need to venture far from home. We are very sad to leave and certainly hope to return soon.
The Harvey Family, London, May 2017
“An idyllic holiday”
Having stayed at Mas des Vignes Folles for the 2nd time, this beautiful villa never fails to delight me. It is perfectly appointed in the heart of the Luberon valley, within a stone’s throw of pretty Bonnieux. The generous use of spaces throughout the home lends itself to the makings of an idyllic holiday and we certainly had that.
Cath, Cape Town, South Africa, June 2017
“We loved it – again!”
This was our second time at the villa and we had a wonderful stay. We rented electric bikes and went to Lacoste, Gordes and Roussillon. The bikes were amazing to see all the sites. We loved playing soccer on the beautiful lawn. The pool was a little cold (it was April!) but it was nice to dip into it after the bike rides. Loved it again!
Danielle and Frank, The Netherlands, April 2017
“So sad to be leaving”
It was wonderful – beautiful home to be based in and we’d love to return. The house is beautifully appointed and it had everything we needed. Thank you Sally, for being so friendly and helpful.
Ray and Chantal, South Africa, June 2016
“A wonderful break in a wonderful house”
The location is top drawer and the views are stunning. The garden and swimming pool (where we spent most of our time), were perfect as well as the tennis court where we enjoyed many competitions. All in all perfect!
Jeremy, Rachel and family, Cambridge UK, July 2016
“We’ve had a truly wonderful week here”
Love the house, garden, pool, neighbouring villages etc. Excellent e-bike ride to Oppede le Vieux. Loved Lourmarin market. Dropped into Chateau La Canorgue to buy some wine (after watching “A Good Year”).
Hope to return one day.
Ian and family, UK, July 2016
“Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous”
Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous stay with lots of friends and family.
Kyra, Washington DC, USA, July 2015
“Magnifique!”
Mas des Vignes Folles – magnifique! Our time at the villa and throughout the Luberon Valley, has truly been wonderful. Beautiful country, people, food and wine. It’s been a trip of a lifetime with our best friends.
Laurie. California. USA. October 2015
“Rosé and champagne by the pool”
Thank you for the most amazing stay here in Provence! We have been so pleased to enjoy your beautiful home. We enjoyed rosé and champagne by the pool and saw many birds and bats! Loved everything.
Dee and Steve, California, USA. Oct 2015
“Truly a joy”
This house made our stay in Provence so truly French. What a way to experience the countryside. Thank you so much for your hospitality. It has been truly a joy. Merci.
Jan and George, Sonoma, California. October 2015
"Every last detail has been thought of”
What a wonderful week! Mas des Vignes Folles is a beautiful house and every last detail has been thought of …from the top of the range kitchen and BBQ equipment to the tastefully decorated bedrooms and thoughtful candles that turned our dinner into candlelight feasts. There is so much to do in the house, swimming, tennis, petanque, walks through the vines, relaxing by the pool or in the courtyard with a good book, not to mention the surrounding areas (the Sentiers des Ocres at Roussillon were spectacular, as were the markets in Isle sur la Sorgue and Lourmarin) vineyard tours, walking and cycling. We could spend 3 months here and still not do everything there is on offer! Sally-Ann, the property manager, has been great, meeting us on arrival, checking in mid-week to see how we were and giving us lots of great tips on things to do. We hope to return again soon to this wonderful part of the world and the luxuriousness of Mas des Vignes Folles.
Helen and Aaron, October 2015
“A lovely house in a beautiful situation.”
What a lovely house in a beautiful situation! It’s also very cool, even in the hottest weather. And one of the best pools we have ever had in Provence. Koo! The only thing missing is some seating on the other side of the house to enjoy the stunning view of Mt Ventoux (now remedied: owner). Everyone loved the house. Thank you so much.
Thomas, Oxford, England. July 2015
“We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.”
Thank you for a week we’ll never forget. The house was wonderful, and perfect for our needs. We’ve fallen in love with the area and hope to return. Thank you very much for the welcome basket. Sally was so gracious and welcoming and the house was clean and well-stocked and the pool and tennis/boule courts provided hours of family time. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Merci beaucoup.
Robert, Pound Ridge, New York, June 2015
“Immaculate. You present a very top notch establishment.”
Wow ! we had such a lovely holiday at Mas des Vignes Folles. When we arrived the house was IMMACULATE every little detail thought of , all the lovely new swimming towels and everything so pristine. Your new lady manager was so helpful and sweet. The house is so attractive and has such style. I could go on forever but just to say you present a very top notch establishment.
Sue, Hampshire, June 2015
“Our Perfect Piece of Paradise”
Our fifth time at this wonderful house which goes to show how very special it is. Sally-Anne, your Property Manager, has been highly efficient, warmly welcoming and helpful throughout. Mas des Vignes Folles is our perfect piece of paradise to return for our holiday. Thank you.
Richard, Hampshire, England. June 2015
“Lovely gardens, impressive in their elegant simplicity”
We love Mas des Vignes Folles. We had a splendid week at the villa and wanted for nothing. The farmhouse has such panache: there are stone vaulted ceilings, beautiful furniture, classic French décor and spectacular views over the Luberon towards Mont Ventoux. All this and lovely gardens, impressive in their elegant simplicity.
We relaxed with a good book or two under the shade of the wisteria and toasted in the sun by the pool. And when we needed exercise there was tennis, petanque and walking through the property’s own vineyard before a glass of wine from the nearby Chateau La Canorgue. We adored the weekly markets – in nearby Bonnieux and surrounding towns – with stalls groaning with fresh produce and chic clothes. This is quintessential Provence. We’ll be back.
Tom, Burnham Market, England. May 2015
“We wanted for nothing!”
What a marvellous time we had. Be it visiting the local produce markets, hiking in the Colorado, visiting the local villages or just lounging by the pool, all was fully enjoyed. Even the tennis court got daily use, and the boys have become experts at petanque. The house is so well-appointed! We had wanted for nothing. Thank you so much and see you again next year.
Vic and Helene, London, England. April 2015
“An Exquisite Home”
We so enjoyed your exquisite home for the last 2 weeks. The five of us loved coming back here after long days of sightseeing. It felt so much like home. All was wonderful and Sally-Ann, the Property Manager, was always there for us and was so helpful. Thanks again. We all hope to return.
Jody. Los Angeles, CA, USA. April 2015
“I hate to leave”
Extraordinary! Love this house, love France, and I hate to leave.
Paula, Indiana, USA. April 2015
“Our own place in Provence”
I was so very happy to enjoy this serene home with my friends. We felt at home and loved having our own place in Provence! Loved the people, the markets the fresh food and the beauty of all the villages. I want to return some future time with the love of my life.
Jacqueline, USA. April 2015
“Wonderful vacation home …immense charm… very clean…well-equipped…fabulous location”
My wife and I spent three weeks at Mas des Vignes Folles. While the update to the baths and kitchen were a number of years ago now, all worked very well and the house has tons of charm – not to mention the best location in the Luberon. The house was very clean (not something you always get), and feels like an authentic French mas – which it is! The kitchen works well for a demanding chef, and the shower in the master bedroom is very good on pressure and there is loads of hot water. The pool area and grounds are fantastic. Peaceful and quiet location. Good wifi and Internet phone. We’ll be back.
Steve, USA. October 2014
“The grounds are amazing and the pool setting to die for.”
I cannot say enough about our stay at this lovely old house. It has all the charm of a 200-year old house with all the amenities that you expect in 2014. Everything was perfect: the property manager, was more than helpful to us during our whole stay and gave us great recommendations of places to see. The grounds are amazing and very well kept and the pool setting is to die for. I look forward to staying here again and would highly recommend it to all who are visiting the region.
Julie, London. June 2014
"Morning walks to Bonnieux for breakfast baguettes”
What a wonderful two weeks we have had and such a perfect house for four couples: three from South Africa and one all the way from Australia. The wonderful spaces to suit each mood or weather condition lent themselves to many delicious meals at home using the fabulous produce attained in the local markets, particularly at Coustellet. The tastiest cherries, strawberries, melons, broad beans – where does one stop? Our morning walks up to Bonnieux to fetch fresh baguettes and croissants for breakfast, were invigorating and eased the conscience after many evenings of superb food and wine. We had the most perfect weather, used the pool frequently and wore out the boule court. Thank you. We hope to be back.
Michael and Liz, South Africa, June 2013
“Grand lunches under the wisteria”
We had a grand two weeks at your beautiful villa in Bonnieux. The Luberon treated your guests from Florida like royals. The food was fabulous and we loved seeing and picking the poppies. We had grand lunches under your wisteria and candlelight dinners around the courtyard table. The markets were all that we expected – and more. The Sunday market in Isle sur la Sorgue was our favourite, as well as the Friday market in Bonnieux.
Debbie and Will, Florida, USA. April 2013
“Unforgettable Second Honeymoon”
An unforgettable, wonderful second honeymoon, absolute bliss.
Sue, Hampshire, UK, May 2013
“Paradise!”
A perfect two weeks. Paradise! We painted around the property, explored the many picturesque villages, shopped in markets and returned to your most wonderful house.
Carol, Wilmington DE, USA, October 2012
“Merci Millefeuille”
Milles merci, Mas Vignes Folles est vraiment merveilleuse! Le region est pleine d’histoire et de beaute et nous en avons traite tous.
Rosanne, October 2012
“A home of exquisite taste”
Provence has magnificent scenery, ancient castles, enchanting restaurants and many lovely homes. What makes Mas des Vignes Folles so exceptional is that it is a home. A home of exquisite taste where the fortunate guests are treated as family friends. Delights include the spectacular pool and a wide variety of al fresco dining areas. A quiet professionalism, attention to every detail and the highest standards underpin the totally relaxed comfort. A very special holiday in a home of genuine excellence.
Sir Richard, Hampshire, England. June 2012
“A great setting for a family party”
We could not imagine a more perfect way to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary than staying in this lovely home in Provence. Our group had a wonderful time enjoying the local foods, wines and villages and most especially, staying in this delightful setting.
Noreen and Larry, Florida, USA. June 2012
“Truly a vacation home to remember”
What a wonderful week we have had staying in this incredible house. We all explored Provence and painted, shopped and ate. The house was very comfy. Thank you for sharing your house with us. It is hard to say goodbye. Truly a vacation to remember.
Diana, Pennsylvania, USA. October 2012
“You have everything covered”
We are back from our wonderful stay at Mas des Vignes Folles – thank you for providing a place that was absolutely charming and totally comfortable. You have everything covered and we couldn’t have wanted for anything! Greg and I are totally in love with the area and will certainly return in the future.
Keryn, Queensland, Australia. October 2011
“Such a special place”
We have had the most wonderful week ensconced in your beautiful home, surrounded by vines and lavender. What a special place – it has given our family such a special time, one that we will never forget. The African Hoopoe nesting in the courtyard made us feel very at home. Thank you so much.
Simon, Johannesburg, South Africa. July 2011
"The most wonderful two weeks”
This was the most wonderful two weeks – the region, the people, the adventures, the food, the markets – all truly amazing. Thank you for our memories.
Harry, Montreal, Canada. July 2011
“We look forward to returning”
Merci pour la semaine tres special! We’ve had the most wonderful time at Mas des Vignes Folles and enjoyed every moment in this beautiful place! Such a peaceful setting to relax and recharge. Your home and property are truly lovely. We really appreciated how welcoming it was and all the special touches. A perfect place to celebrate all our anniversaries. We all look forward to returning one day for another wonderful holiday.
Carla, Ontario, Canada. June 2011