This summer in Provence I have discovered a new address whose beauty takes my breath away.
The Domain de la Baume opened its doors a month ago, and welcomes a limited number of guests inside its deep bastide walls.
The Domaine is the latest creation of the Sibuet group whose hotel, Les Fermes de Marie, you may already know in the ski resort of Megeve.
Here at La Baume they have surpassed themselves. The palatial villa, formerly home to the French artist Bernard Buffet, has been totally renovated from head to toe. The result is a rich tapestry of warm Provencal colours, antique furniture, hand painted wall fresques and carefully chosen original art.
The guest is treated as a precious and welcome friend rather than a client. There are only ten rooms and suites, and already you need to book well ahead.
When you are fortunate enough to stay at a place like this, it is the attention to detail that makes the difference. The careful choice of fabrics, the very clever design that gives the impression of staying in a family home rather than a hotel.
This is made even more special by the fact that the interiors were designed by the owners themselves. Their experience with their other hotels, and their very sure eye have produced an outstanding result.
The grounds seem endless, and the views from the rooms and from the terrace where we enjoyed our aperitif were simply magical.
Domaine de la Baume ... I'll be back for more!
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