Situated just below the medieval Provencal village of Saint Paul de Vence, Le Mas de Pierre is an expansive, family-run collection of seven tranquil country houses, nestled in a two acres of lush gardens. A walk through the grounds will take you by 100-year-old olive trees, a fragrant garden by the pool, an orchid greenhouse that supplies the rooms with elegant flowers, a bowling lawn, aviary, and a vegetable garden from which the hotel chefs gather produce. Just minutes from the Nice airport, Le Mas de Pierre is only a short trip away for those seeking paradise.

The facilities

The temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pool is wired for music, and after a swim, guests relax at the sauna, steam room or jacuzzi, work up a sweat in the fitness room or take advantage of the full treatment menu at the Payot-Filorga spa.

Excellent service from the "Clefs d'Or" concierge ensures that guests discover the very best of the Riviera. The concierge is always happy to book a car, yacht or bicycle, a table in a nice restaurant, or a whole day on a relaxing beach at the Cap d'Antibes.

Chef Emmanuel Lehrer and the two Michelin-starred Chef Michel Rostang give guests the choice between the Bistrot Ma Campagne and the gastronomic restaurant La Table de Pierre. Dishes at the incorporate the cuisine of southern France and seasonal produce, and are served in a chic and romantic dining room around a magnificent fireplace, on a terrace with sunset views of the St. Paul Hills, or poolside under the shade of plane trees.

The rooms

The 41 rooms and 7 suites are individually decorated in a traditional Provencal style, with warm colours and natural daylight. Every room comes with a plasma screen television and a large private terrace or a private garden, ideal for quiet breakfasts.