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l&l Travels: Languedoc ~ La Mas Fougairolles

La Mas Fougairolles (The Farm Fougairolles) is located deep in the South of France in the beautiful province of Languedoc.  



A cozy sofa for two in front of the fire at La Mas Fougairolles.


Rustic gray door with candle sconce beckons you to the charming kitchen.


A collection of antiques and vintage ware set the stage for your culinary creations.


The kitchen sink carved from blue granite stone.


The chestnut beamed ceiling and other original elements were carefully preserved by the owners.



The old bread oven now enveloped by Mother Nature.


A primitive weathered door guards the cellar treasures.


Flowers are cut from the farm's terraced garden where one can wander among the rosemary, lavender and jasmine or seek shade under the mature trees.


Crisp white linens and fresh flowers await in the bedrooms.


Vignettes of thoughtfully collected objects warm each room.


 Old cremone handles cleverly employed as towel hooks.


A white clawfoot tub in the bath alongside a petite dressing table.


La Mas Fougairolles ancient stone facade nestled into the verdant countryside.

 
A panoramic view of the mountains from the terrace.


Local characters.


Beautiful scenery of  Cévennes National Park where you can hike, horseback ride, mountain bike, paraglide, or just walk and take in the sights:







An ancient sheep bridge near the farm. 


A draped daybed nestled under a stone arch with views of the Cévennes.

Reservations/Contact/More info:
Gard-Languedoc-Roussillon



The Farm is very near (3 kilometers) the village of St. Martial
known for its 12th Century Roman church.  

For dining out:   LOU RÉGALOU (St. Martial)
 





So much more to see and do when visiting this region, 
including the amazing  Grotte de Demoiselles:



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Hello, Sunshine!

Do you have to leave so soon?



What do you think about drapery at a door like this?  I for one love the casual European flair it lends as well as the functional aspect. Did you notice the "M" monogram?  Maybe a former bed linen?  I have be known to use a linen sheet now and again as a window treatment, but hadn't thought of incorporating a monogram.

I'm in the market for new window treatments for our living room and dining room. I gave ours away when the renovation started. A friend admired them and I was happy to send them on to a loving home. Since then–all summer–we have been tacking up canvas cloths at night for privacy and taking them down each morning to let the sunlight in.  

I had been fine with this routine all this time, but then suddenly it just hit me and I can't stand it any longer! And it's not just the windows that are demanding my attention. This morning we awoke to a downpour that has gone on all day with the wind getting in on the act this evening. We had just relaxed into some unusually warm and sunny days for October, but apparently that was just a tease. Old Mr. Sunshine has officially left us to visit elsewhere. . .time to bring out the extra blankets and throws, the warmer duvets and the cozier area rugs.

I'm about to make a dash from my studio to the house.


Be well!

Source Sharing:   Rough Linen by Tricia Rose
I've just recently discovered her wonderful world of linens.  
Go visit her site now and then check back here for a full feature in the coming days!


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Axel Vervoordt - "Openduerdagen"


Exterior, Axel Vervoordt's castle.

Castle terrace 0 stone table and wood chairs overlooking grand garden, expansive green lawn.

Ornate garden bench set in lush green garden, pink flowers in background.

Sheep in green garden -  by Jacques Dirand,

Orangery building with three arched windows - garden feature.


able at window with view framed by golden damask curtains.


Stone castle tower, Axel Vervoordt estate.


Wood carved door with distressed grey blue paint, goldleaf.

Alfresco dining - wood table and chairs under pergola, flowers and vines.

Ornately carved antique chairs and small table, niche with vases and jars displayed.

Brown and white dog in front of large carved stone table base.

Castle, Axel Vervoordt's Openduerdagen.


Ornate iron gates open to view of orangery.


Photograh by Jacques Dirand, Veranda Sept-Oct 2001, edited by lb for linenandlavender.blogspot.com

Interior Design:  Axel Vervoordt
Landscape design by Jacques Wirtz and Elisabeth de Lestrieux
Photograhs by Jacques Dirand, Veranda Sept-Oct 2001


Each spring and fall the Vervoordts invite the public to tour their private home -the castle of s'Gravenwezel and "Kanaal" (their showroom/warehouse) where they unveil their latest antique treasures available for sale.  Greet of Belgian Pearls was fortunate enough to attend this year and has just shared her photos.  Please visit her inspiring blog to view more of this fairytale castle and its gardens.


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