Mas des Oliviers: sumptuous 16th-century estate with superb swimming pool in Languedoc
- From 8,500€/week
- 12
- 5
- 6
- >500 m2
Mas des Oliviers: sumptuous 16th-century estate with superb swimming pool in Languedoc
- From 8,500€/week
Description
Mas des Oliviers is a rare and refined retreat in the South of France, where centuries of history meet effortless luxury. Set in the back country of Sète within olive groves and vineyards, and with an atmosphere of barefoot elegance and timeless charm, this exceptional stone mas dates back to the 16th century. It has been meticulously renovated and elegantly decorated with carefully curated antiques paired with comfortable furnishings. Vaulted stone ceilings, exposed wood beams, and ancient meter-thick walls underscore its ancient origins, while modern conveniences offer easy living.
From the moment you arrive, the home beckons you into a world of tranquility and relaxation. When entering through the solid oak front doors, you are met with a sweeping stone staircase and a sense of history and scale. The main living space, bathed in natural light, is anchored by a monumental stone fireplace. Two generous seating areas invite lingering conversation, while a large dining table accommodates up to twelve guests for long, candlelit meals. The palette is calm and sun-washed, allowing the materials and light to take center stage.
The kitchen is designed for unhurried living and communal cooking. Bright, spacious, and fully equipped, it features a central island and professional-grade appliances, complemented by a breakfast area with direct access to a terrace overlooking the countryside and sunrises. A separate catering kitchen allows for seamless entertaining or the indulgence of a private chef.
On the ground floor, a carefully preserved medieval chamber with a stone-vaulted ceiling and original bread oven has been re-imagined as an intimate TV salon. Rich in atmosphere, this versatile space includes its own bathroom and may also serve as an additional bedroom, ideal for larger groups or guests seeking ground floor accommodation.
The upper floors are devoted entirely to rest and privacy. Five expansive, air-conditioned bedroom suites offer quiet, considered spaces, each with an en-suite bathroom and open views over the gardens and surrounding landscape. The principal suite occupies its own wing, featuring a king-size bed, a luxurious bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, and access to a private terrace where evenings soften into sunset. The remaining bedrooms are equally gracious, with two opening onto private terraces, perfect for slow mornings and quiet reflection.
Outdoors, Mas des Oliviers reveals its true magic. The estate is surrounded by a vast, beautifully landscaped park-like garden. Centuries-old pine trees, soaring cypresses, French oaks, fragrant lavender, and rose bushes perfume the air. Olive groves and vineyards border the property, ensuring total privacy and serenity. At the heart of the grounds lies a striking 17-metre saltwater swimming pool, framed by sun terraces with cushioned loungers and generous parasols. The pool may be heated on request, extending the season of long, languid days.
The gardens invite an easy rhythm of outdoor living – afternoons spent playing pétanque, sharing picnics beneath the trees, or gathering as evening falls. A discreet firepit (seasonally permitted) offers a magical setting for stargazing and conversation long after sunset. Multiple furnished terraces provide peaceful spaces for alfresco dining and outdoor lounging, from leisurely breakfasts to golden-hour cocktails.
Mas des Oliviers is not simply a holiday home. It is a place to slow down, to reconnect, and to experience the essence of the South of France at its most distilled – where luxury is felt rather than declared, and life unfolds at a gentler pace.
*****
Sleeps: 10 (12 with conversion)
Bedrooms: 5 (6 with conversion)
Bathrooms: 6, plus two guest toilets
Private 17 x 14m saltwater swimming pool
Internet WiFi
Air Conditioning in all five bedrooms and kitchen
Ground floor:
Living room with fireplace
Open dining area
Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with central island
Catering kitchen
Utility room
Guests toilets
TV room / guest bedroom #6 with conversion; en-suite bathroom, incl. shower
First floor West wing :
Bedroom #1 (Principal) : 180 x 200cm bed
En-suite bathroom with double sinks, separate shower and bath tub, separate toilet room
Terrace with countryside and sunset views off private hallway to bedroom
First Floor East wing :
Bedroom #2 : 200 x 200cm bed, private terrace, en-suite bathroom, incl. shower and bath tub
Bedroom #3 : 180 x 200cm bed, large private terrace, en-suite bathroom, incl. shower and bath tub
Second Floor East wing :
Bedroom #4 : 180 x 200cm bed, en-suite bathroom, incl. shower
Bedroom #5 : 180 x 200cm bed (can split into two 90 x 200cm beds) , en-suite bathroom, incl. shower
Local area : (driving time)
City of Montpellier ~ 35 minutes
Montpellier Airport ~ 40 minutes
TGV Sud de France Train Station ~ 40 minutes
Town of Pézenas ~ 20 minutes
Saint Guilhem Le Désert ~ 30 minutes
Terrasse du Larzac wine region ~ 30 minutes
Sète and Marseillan beaches ~ 35 minutes
Cap d’Agde beaches ~ 40 minutes
Aigues Mortes ~ one hour
Avignon ~ 1.5 hours
Nîmes ~ two hours
Air Conditioning / Heating
The whole property is equipped with air conditioning
Underfloor heating (ground floor and principal bedroom)
Kitchen & Appliances
Fully equipped professional kitchen
Dishwashers (2)
Fridges (2)
Freezers (2)
Nespresso coffee machine
Kettle
Toaster
Microwave
Air-fryer
Ovens (3)
Cooktops – gas and electric
Blender
Washing machine
Tumble dryer
Ironing board
Hairdryers
Alarm
Smoke detector
Leisure
WiFi everywhere in the house
Smart TV
Outdoor amenities:
Saltwater swimming pool 17×4 meters (can be heated upon request and with supplement)
South and North facing terraces
Outdoor dining facilities
12 sun loungers
Large pool umbrellas
Pétanque court (boulles)
Extensive lawns
Croquet and badminton
Giant Jenga game
Firepit (allowed seasonally)
Secure parking
Gas barbecue
Included in the Rental Price
Welcome hamper
Bed and household linens (beds made on arrival)
Baby cot bed and highchair available upon request
Pool towels
Electricity, water
Internet WiFi
End of stay cleaning fees included
Additional Charges (optional services available upon request)
Extra cleaning
Pool heating
Chef a domicile
Travel insurance
Rental Conditions
Children welcome
No safety fence around the pool
Pets allowed subject to prior acceptance by the owner
Smoking not allowed inside the house
The house must be returned in the same condition of check in.
Guest Arrival
Language spoken by staff : English – French
Check-in : after 4 p.m. / Check-out : before 10 a.m.
Amount of security deposit : EUR 6,000
Security deposit must be paid through credit card pre-authorization at the latest upon arrival on check-in day
Changeover days: Flexible
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