My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks at Mas de la Plume. Over the years, we have rented some beautiful houses in Europe -- including one previously in Provence -- and this is by far the one we enjoyed most. It is a lovely home that is full of charm and surrounded by an oasis of beautiful plants and flowers, olive trees, mountain views, and serenading birds. There are so many options for places to sit and relax that it was sometimes difficult to choose!
We especially loved the fully stocked kitchen (up to date appliances and most cooking gadgets you can think of -- even a mortar and pestle which I am fond of using). We used it regularly to whip up dishes using the fabulous local produce from the markets.
A few other of the many high points of our stay:
--Although the house is designed to look like it has been in Eygalieres forever (and indeed that is part of its charm), each room has every modern comfort and convenience (including the shower heads and perfect water pressure in the bathrooms!).
--The situation of the house outside of town and its layout creates an atmosphere of absolute peace and quiet. It allowed my husband to work without interruption on the book he is currently writing.
--The property managers Matt and Marcus were incredibly responsive and helpful.
--The small town of Eygalieres was a delight with its Friday market, several good restaurants, as well as an excellent fromagerie, boucherie, and grocery store (we look forward to the re-opening of the boulangerie, which was under construction during our stay).
Like others who before us have reviewed Mas de la Plume, we are reluctant to gush too much more, as we don't want to lose our spot for next year!