Chateau Saint MartinFrance, Languedoc-Roussillon

To the south of Montpellier, between the sea and garrigue (woodland), Chateau Saint Martin has been renovated by a famous international architect combining history, contemporary elements and designer furniture to wonderful effect. The 160 hectare property with vineyards and garrigue, also enjoys a 3 hectare park and a 9th century chapel at the castle. Featuring 9 sumptuous bedrooms, an enormous dining room, and a lounge complete with a grand piano, this is luxury on a grand scale. The heated pool and tennis court will keep active guests occupied, whilst those seeking peace and tranquility can meander through the extensive parkland to find the perfect shady tree under which to relax with a good book. The chateau is attached to the owners vineyard and wine tastings can happily be arranged.Here you are in close proximity to numerous places of interest should you wish to venture out and about; the old town of Pezenas with its restaurants and antique shops is only 10 minutes away. If you yearn for a dip in the sea it is only 15 minutes to the Etang du Thau and once there you can sample its fantastic oysters, mussels and other seafood. Montpellier with its Opera and vast numbers of excellent restaurants and the wonderful town of Sete with its riverside sea food restaurants are both within easy reach.