Mas Saint Blaise | 7-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Oppede

Fourteen guests. Seven bedrooms. One sweeping vista across vineyard-studded hills toward the medieval silhouette of Oppède le Vieux. A luxury villa rental in Oppède that demands you arrive with a flexible itinerary—the kind of place where mornings blur into afternoons because leaving the terrace feels wrong. Mas Saint Blaise occupies its own corner of the Luberon, a restored Provençal farmhouse where every detail has been considered by owners who understand that space for fourteen people only works if those spaces feel intentional.

Inside Mas Saint Blaise

Mas Saint Blaise sleeps 14 guests across 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, split between the main residence and a detached annexe. The layout reveals itself gradually as you move through rooms that feel neither cramped nor museum-like—a rare balance for properties of this size.

The main house unfolds across three levels. Ground floor: an open-plan lounge faces the garden, while the kitchen-diner (with a separate back kitchen housing serious refrigeration and laundry facilities) becomes command central for group meals. A cloakroom and WC complete this level.

First floor hosts four bedrooms. Two master suites each contain 160x200cm queen-size beds with en suite bathrooms—one featuring both bath and shower with dual sinks, the other a shower arrangement with matching double vanity. Two additional bedrooms on this level feature queen-size beds (160x200cm) with their own shower rooms. An office space occupies the remaining corner.

Climb to the second floor and discover the fifth master bedroom—another 160x200cm queen with ensuite shower and dual sinks—alongside a twin bedroom (two 90x200cm beds) with shower room and double sinks. A second office area provides workspace if anyone needs to pretend to work.

The annexe operates as a semi-independent unit with its own lounge, kitchenette, bathroom with shower, and a mezzanine-level bedroom with a 160x200cm queen bed. This arrangement suits either an extended family group or guests who value occasional separation.

Throughout the property, underfloor heating and cooling systems maintain comfort during Provence’s temperature extremes. Smart TVs and Wi-Fi connect you to the outside world only if you choose to remember it exists. Bathrooms feature contemporary fittings that contrast thoughtfully with original stone and timber elements.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The grounds surrounding Mas Saint Blaise sprawl across manicured and wild zones in equal measure. The immediate garden breathes Provence—cypress sentinels, wisteria tumbling from walls, roses in full release, combined with the harder shapes of pine and the softer textures of established plantings. Terraces at various levels offer morning sun positions, afternoon shade corridors, and sunset viewpoints where the Luberon hills turn burnt orange and violet.

The swimming pool measures 12 meters by 4 meters with 1.4 meters depth, bordered by a terrace of loungers that captures every weather advantage. An electric safety shutter operates at the press of a button. The pool can be heated on request (supplementary charge), extending the season from May through October. Adjacent to the pool sits the outdoor lounge—a sheltered space with ceiling fans and strategic shade where the afternoon heat becomes actually pleasant rather than oppressive.

A barbecue facilities allow guests to cook outdoors while guests mingle on the terrace above. The estate’s tennis court lies within walking distance, available for private use (though owners may occasionally need it—a small compromise on a property otherwise entirely yours). Access to the wider landscaped grounds means morning walks past lavender fields, along vineyard edges, and through the kind of quiet that major European cities have forgotten.

Location: Oppède and the Surrounding Area

Oppède le Vieux sits 1km uphill from Mas Saint Blaise—a medieval village that genuinely warrants the cliché. Medieval. Narrow cobbled lanes climb toward Église Notre-Dame Dalidon, each turn revealing grander vistas of the Luberon spreading below. The village’s resurrection story—abandoned after wars, reclaimed by artists and writers mid-twentieth century—gives it an authenticity that feel-good tourism usually destroys elsewhere.

Practical amenities cluster 2km away in lower Oppède: a boulangerie for morning bread (French bread culture remains non-negotiable), a small épicerie for basics, and a handful of restaurants where locals actually eat. Coustellet, 7km south, provides supermarket shopping and a lavender museum for rainy afternoons. The Sunday morning farmer’s market at Coustellet stocks seasonal produce—strawberries in May, tomatoes in August, apples come autumn.

Ménerbes (4.5km away) features in Peter Mayle’s “A Year in Provence,” the book that made Provence fashionable to English speakers. Classified as one of France’s “Plus Beaux Villages,” it curves across a hilltop surrounded by vineyards and cherry orchards. The village architecture—honey-colored stone, shuttered windows, lived-in not curated—explains its fame. Gordes, 13km northeast, serves as the Luberon’s most visited perched village, worth an afternoon despite crowds. Roussillon (18km) provides ochre quarries and hiking. Bonnieux (16.5km) balances popularity with genuine charm. Apt (22km), a proper working town, hosts the region’s largest Saturday market—vegetable produce, Provençal textiles, olive oil vendors, the infrastructure of real life rather than tourist theater.

Wine tasting pervades the region. The Luberon AOC produces approachable reds and whites—Grenache, Syrah, Vermentino—from hundreds of small producers. Cycling routes connect vineyards; hiking paths traverse poppy fields and lavender expanses according to season. The Sorgue River at Fontaine-de-Vaucluse (17km) allows canoeing through limestone gorges. L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (17km) functions as the region’s antique dealer center—hundreds of shops lining canals, weekend antiquaire markets spilling across squares.

Broader excursions reach Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (32km) for art galleries and Van Gogh’s hospital, Maussane-les-Alpilles (42km) for olive oil production and Les Alpilles landscape hiking, and historic Cavaillon (12.5km) for the melons that French summer menus revolve around. Avignon (40km west), the papal city, demands at least one visit for the palace, ramparts, and the Pont d’Avignon bridge everyone knows from nursery rhymes.

For destination inspiration and broader planning, explore our Provence-Alpes travel guide for detailed itineraries, seasonal highlights, and dining recommendations. Browse our broader luxury villas in France or discover similar properties across villas near Cassis for alternative coastal options.

Who This Villa Suits Best

Extended families of twelve to fourteen people—grandparents, parents, children, partners—find that Mas Saint Blaise’s bedroom distribution prevents the proximity exhaustion that sinks group holidays. Separate bathrooms mean morning routines don’t collapse into chaos.

Multi-generational groups appreciate the range of activities. Teenagers cycle vineyard routes or play tennis on warm evenings. Younger children swim endlessly in the heated pool; the property itself contains no dangerous cliff edges or open water. Adults cook together in a kitchen genuinely scaled for group meal preparation, or hire a private chef (arrangements available separately) and drink wine on the terrace while someone else manages dinner.

Couples traveling together with adult friends—the growing category of “friend groups taking vacations”—value the layout’s social architecture: common spaces for gathering, private bedrooms for retreat, no sense that anyone’s in anyone else’s space. The annexe suits a couple wanting semi-independence within the larger group.

Business groups requiring working space benefit from dual office areas and reliable Wi-Fi. The property accommodates flexible check-in if you’re arriving by train (Gare d’Avignon TGV, 40km away, approximately one hour by car) and need partial days.

Practical Information

Mas Saint Blaise accommodates 14 guests maximum across 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. The main house contains 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms; the annexe adds the 7th bedroom and bathroom, supporting the 14-guest configuration. A 12-guest option exists using only the main house (6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms).

Avignon-Provençe Airport (40km away, approximately 50 minutes by car) handles international flights; Marseille Airport (90km, approximately 100 minutes) offers more airline options. Paris Charles de Gaulle connects to Gare d’Avignon TGV via high-speed train in under four hours—viable for weekend trips.

Nearest supermarket shopping occurs at Coustellet, 7km south. Daily bread and basics are available in Oppède village, 2km away. The property includes Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, linen, towels, and basic kitchenware. Pool heating incurs a supplementary charge but operates October through May when air temperature drops.

Check-in typically occurs from 4pm; flexible arrangements suit specific travel schedules. The property operates year-round, though April-May and September-October provide optimal weather for outdoor activities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mas Saint Blaise

How many guests does Mas Saint Blaise sleep?

Mas Saint Blaise sleeps 14 guests across 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms when both the main house and annexe are occupied. The breakdown includes: main house with 6 queen-size bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom, and 6 en suite bathrooms; plus the annexe with 1 additional queen-size bedroom and 1 bathroom. A 12-guest option uses only the main house (6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms). All beds feature hotel-quality linens and mattresses scaled to European dimensions (160x200cm for queens, 90x200cm for twins).

What is the nearest airport to Mas Saint Blaise in Oppède?

Avignon-Provence Airport lies 40km away, approximately 50 minutes by car via the A7 motorway southbound. Marseille Airport, 90km distant (approximately 100 minutes), offers broader international flight availability. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport connects to Gare d’Avignon TGV—the local high-speed train station—in 3 hours 50 minutes, supporting direct rail access from the French capital. A shuttle service from any airport can be arranged through the property management.

What is the best time of year to rent Mas Saint Blaise?

April through May and September through October deliver optimal conditions: warm daytime temperatures (18-24°C), low humidity, and fewer tourists saturating local villages. July and August reach 30°C+ with crowds; the heated pool becomes unnecessary but popular village sites require early morning visits to avoid tour groups. March experiences unpredictable weather; November-February brings cooler temperatures suitable only if pool heating is utilized (additional cost). Spring coincides with lavender fields reaching early bloom; September offers harvest season in vineyards and markets overflowing with late-summer produce.

Is Mas Saint Blaise suitable for families with children?

The property accommodates families effectively. The swimming pool includes an electric safety shutter, reducing drowning risk—essential for properties with young children. Pool depth (1.4 meters) suits confident swimmers; shallow-end supervision suits younger children. The enclosed gardens prevent unsupervised wandering onto neighboring property or roads. Multiple bathrooms prevent morning bottlenecks with children’s routines. Nearby activities include the Luberon’s numerous cycling paths suitable for children, picnicking in lavender fields, village exploration on foot, and weekend markets offering ice cream and local produce. The kitchenette and annex laundry facilities support parents managing multiple children’s clothing cycles. However, the property lacks dedicated children’s amenities (high chairs, cots, play equipment)—arrangements can be made separately if needed.

What is included in the rental price at Mas Saint Blaise?

The rental rate includes Wi-Fi internet, Smart TV access, all linen and towels, basic kitchenware and cooking equipment, access to gardens and terraces, the swimming pool (unheated), and the estate’s tennis court. Underfloor heating and cooling systems operate at no additional cost. A private chef can be arranged separately for specific meal services. Pool heating (October-May) incurs a supplementary charge. Cleaning, laundry service, and grocery delivery can be organized through the property management for an additional fee. The property does not include utilities in stated pricing—check confirmation documents for specific inclusion details.

What restaurants and shops are near Mas Saint Blaise?

Oppède village (2km) contains a boulangerie, épicerie, and 3-4 modest restaurants serving local cuisine; the village square provides outdoor seating for lunch with Luberon views. Coustellet (7km) operates a substantial Sunday morning farmer’s market plus standard supermarkets (Carrefour, Intermarché) and artisan shops. Ménerbes (4.5km) features several restaurants ranging from casual bistros to higher-end dining. Bonnieux (16.5km) and Gordes (13km) each contain multiple restaurants and wine bars suited to evening dining. Apt (22km) hosts the region’s largest Saturday market with produce, textiles, and prepared foods. Cavaillon (12.5km), famed for melons, operates daily markets June-August. L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (17km) combines antique shopping with weekend restaurants along canal-side settings.