September 2011
"This was our 3rd visit to Mas de Cadignac and we had a splendid time once again! The house is always a delight as are the grounds warm pool and gardens. We swam in the pool, prepared delicious BBQ meals with the goodies from the local markets, picked fresh figs from a close by grove for dessert and reconnected with old friends. The setting was perfect for our 3 families and a good time was had by all with so many things for everyone in the house: ages 9-16 for the 6 children & we adults don't tell our ages any more!
The surrounding towns have great offerings at their weekend markets. This time we bought fresh fragrant lavender which was in great abundance. Also visited our favorite wine makers close by Domaine Reme Jeanne, who also have wonderful olive oil.
Thank you again for the use of your fabulous farm house nestled away in the french country side. The peace was appreciated and the view and sunsets spectacular.
It's a journey from Canada. Well worth it and we will be back as soon as we can!" - Dawn Carson friends and family from Nova Scotia, Canada 2011
August 2011
"This was our fourth visit to the beautiful Mas de Cadignac, and once again we were not disappointed. As always we enjoyed the peaceful setting, the warm pool and the house itself. Mas de Cadignac is perfectly located in the countryside, not too far way from some charming villages, historic towns and stunning natural settings. Highly recommended!" - Mala Pierre-Andrea Boutin and family
"Firstly I just wanted to say thank you so much - we had a great week at your property, it's a lovely place and we were very lucky - fantastic weather all week." - Liz Jones and party
"Cadignac lived totally up to expectations on our second stay. I think more than anything we appreciated the courtyard as the superb hub of the holiday where we all gathered to eat, drink, chat or play boules. We really miss it now we are home. Most of all the meal Joelle, Rene's wife, provided was an evening which will be remembered by everyone for a long, long time, a brilliant cook who selected wonderful local food and wine. It was an absolutely superb evening and meal! Enjoy the rest of the summer and thanks once again both for letting us share Cadignac and also for all your help above and beyond this year. This being our second visit the Mas and gardens still look their splendid self and I’m certain we’ll be back sooner or later." - Tim Legge and extended family
"Thanks so much for the use of your house. We thought it was absolutely terrific and had a great week.We had many plans to visit the surrounding area but in the end couldn't drag ourselves away from the beautiful pool area and from long leisurely meals around the table in the courtyard. A barbecue at night in the courtyard under the stars with the wine flowing was hard to beat! We hope to be back next year!!!!" - Joby Davies and extended family
"We've just returned home from France, had a wonderful time travelling around but the farmhouse was fabulous, our favourite to date! We all thought about squatting for a couple of extra weeks but the lads had to go back to school. Thanks again." - Alf and Lynda Boulton and family
September 2010
"What a magical setting. We loved the pool and enjoyed meals in the courtyard. We visited Goudarges and Pont Du Gard and had a memorable meal at Cafe Auguste in the square of the old town of Bagnols on a perfect summer evening. We really enjoyed the area particularly Uzes." Sue Mal and Elliot and Carla from Australia and Bec from London
"Lovely time had by all, beautiful weather... Pool everyday, lots of BBQ's and eating al fresco, plenty of local wine. House very comfortable with lots of hot water for all. Excellent meal cooked for us on day of arrival Joelle and Rene to be congratulated. Lots of interesting and beautiful places to visit locally." Maureen, Tony, Chris, Elaine, Ian, Heather, Alan, Marion and Ann
"We had a fantastic time at this super house including the weather.It was such a easy pleasant house to be in.The area is gorgeous and we saw a lot of it and got back at night to eat in the courtyard.We made good use of the local wineries and will remember our hols when we raise our glasses. The meal Joelle cooked for us was excellent and beautifully served, helped by Rene the house guardian." - with our best wishes Maureen and our group of 9 from Southern Ireland
August 2010
"Our extended family visit to Mas de Cadignac more than lived up to expectations.
The property and grounds provide a classic Provencal setting, surrounded by vineyards the extensive stone buildings created enough space and facility for us all to enjoy ourselves without being on top of each other.
Particularly favourite aspects included the large central courtyard which provided enough space and furniture to accommodate sunny or shady eating or reading at any time of the day according to choice and need. The plethora of bathrooms gave us all personal space and privacy. Games in abundance prevented big and little kids, young and old from getting bored so long as the little ones could get a look in.
Even wash day was not a chore, walking out from the ample facilities to the lines spread across fruit trees while kicking up wafts of wild mint was quite an aesthetic experience.
Lasting memory was of recently arrived grandchild kicking and laughing in the pool then sparking out across Dad in the hammock for afternoon siesta. The star of the show was the best barbecue we have ever used – set to catch the evening courtyard sun it works so effectively we did not have a single charred or raw merguese throughout the fortnight.
We were also touched by the efforts made to adapt the building to give wheelchair access to our disabled son and the willingness to offer help, support and advice.
As a property and setting it had more than enough to give each of us a memorable and wonderful holiday. We are already talking about booking it for next August." - Tim Legge and extended family August 2010
July 2010
"We genuinely had a fantastic time in Mas de Cadignac!" Nicola McBryde and family
"We had a fantastic holiday! Some swimming, some reading, some visiting...and mainly wonderful weather!!! The pool was GREAT and the water lovely. The restaurants were very nice and the food was delicious. Thank you so much for the Best HOLIDAYS!" - Veronica and group
"Just returned from our trip. We had a brilliant time at Mas De Cadignac. Everything was wonderful." - Sandra Duff, Dublin Ireland
"This is our second visit here and it's even better in July. Thank you so much ofr having us back again. The weather and pool has been excellent. Best wishes. Namaste." - Dawn Carson and family, Halifax Canada
June 2010
"An excellent week, everything was amazing especially the bathrooms!!! The pool was brilliant... Great markets, great food and great company. Thank you for giving us a place to stay on our holiday. Cheers." - Sara, Ireland
"The pool was fabulous and kept very clean, the grounds were spacious with plenty of shade, and the house was well equipped." - Steve Roebuck and party
May 2010
"Very good Holidays in Mas De Cadignac, beautiful house. See you soon. xxx" - Suzy, Andrew and crew
"Fun, sun, food, swim and fabulous times, superb old Mas, next time will say longer!" - Paul Cunningham and family and friends
March 2010
"For our first visit to Mas De Cadignac we were treated to sunshine, wonderful local fruit and vegetables at the Easter Market and lovely wine from local Domaines. The house is spacious and well thought out. The fire places, at night, perfectly took the chill from the spring night air. The sky was a delightful shade of blue, perfect for sitting and sipping local rose. This is my favourite time of year for all the shades of green and bursting with life landscapes. it was a great treat to enjoy it in the South of France after much cooler Canadian spring weather. Hope to return again very soon. Thanks of anticipating the needs of your guests and providing so well. Namaste" - Dawn Carson, from Halifax, Canada
Christmas 2009
"…lovely log fires, delicious local food, wonderful wine from 100 yards away, Uzes Christmas Market is a must... Rene was very helpful with local opening times and special festive happenings... fantastic fun for all!" - The Bradley Family and friends
October 2009
"This is our second visit and it was even more wonderful this time around, I mean it can't get any better than 28 degrees in October! The children loved the pool. The adults loved the relaxing atmosphere, our Halloween Party in the cave was very atmospheric and great fun. Visits to Montelimar and the Pont du Gard went down very well and walking up to the vineyard at Reme Jeanne was a treat. We had a lovely time and cannot wait to get home to 13 degrees in London! NOT!" - Sarah, Andy, Emma, Matthew Cousins xxxx
September 2009
"The property Mas de Cadignac is absolutely lovely - it was enjoyed by our whole group. Before we arrived we were concerned about the mobility issue of an old house as one of the party are awaiting knee replacements. However we need not have worried the layout of the property was very good especially the downstairs twin room at the end of the property with the adjoining wet room. Our whole party had a lovely holiday. The pool was gorgeous and although we didn't spend an awful lot of time inside, the lounges/dining areas were good. We seemed to spend most of our time sitting around the big table outside on the terrace. The kitchen was very well equipped and there was plenty of everything that we needed. I would recommend the property to any of my family/friends if they were looking for a property in that part of France. We liked the small town of Bagnols and also ventured further afield to Montelimar and went back to visit old friends in Beaucaire. I would also like to say that Rene was extremely helpful during our week." - Christine Agin and family
"The holiday was fantastic. We would have loved to have explored this wonderful area more, but couldn't get hte children out of the pool!" - The Hillsons
August 2009
"The sun shone non stop for the whole week....there was a beautiful storm one night we watched the lightening from the shade of the courtyard. The children loved the endless swimming..." - The Buckhursts, Gaskells and Alboroughs
"This was our second summer holiday at Mas de Cadignac. The weather was fantastic and the new insulated pool cover meant that the pool was a great temperature, the adults as well as the kids enjoyed swimming! The table football got plenty of use... our 4 year old had to stand on a chair to play!" Chris Haynes and family
"The house was wonderful and accommodated five adults and two babies very comfortably. The pool was definitely the best we've ever experienced and we spent as many hours as possible per day in it and around it.. the surrounding countryside was beautiful, rural and serene.. we thought we would go out to eat most nights but the kitchen was such a pleasure to cook in and it was so lovely bbqing on the terrace that we rarely left the house. We'll definitely return." - Natasha Keogh and family
July 2009
"It's a fabulous house! It's tranquil, with a wonderful heated pool, beautiful countryside, lot's of interesting places to visit, really good restaurants." - Anna Uzdilaite and party
“C'est ma deuxieme visite au magnifique Mas de Cadignac, mais cette fois j'avais des bequilles! J'ai dormi au rez-de-chaussee dans la chambre avec salle de bain attenante, qui offre un acces facile au sejour, a la cuisine et a la terrace. En aucun moment je me suis senti isole du reste de la famille et j'ai passe des vacances superbes!” - Pierre Andre Boutin et toute la famille
Translation: This is our second visit to the beautiful Mas de Cadignac, but this time I was on crutches! I stayed in the ensuite bedroom on the ground floor with easy access to the living room, kitchen and outside terrace. I was always part of the group and had a wonderful holiday.
“Thank you very much for the use of your lovely house. We had a great week and enjoyed the area very much.” - Heath, Lisa, Sydenec, Connor and Tasmyn, from Nelson, New Zealand
June 2009
“Second visit to this beautiful house. Wonderfully relaxing and quiet, Fruit picking in the sunshine and eating the apricots... pure heaven!” - Sue Turnill
“This is one of the most chilled and relaxing holidays in an exquisite villa. I was elated by tranquillity... finest landscapes... labyrinths of vineyards for running…warm pool... delightful existence all round… BLISS!!” - Jennifer Ting
“An amazing place and the most wonderful experience! A peaceful, tranquil holiday that has left me perfectly refreshed. Can't wait to come back!” - Caroline Auckland
“My first visit - but I was told by a good friend that this Mas is a wonderful place with great sunshine and food.....kitchen is so well equipped...house so well equipped with entertainment equipment...pool is brilliant for children and guests.” - Susan Dafter
April 2009
“Once again staying at Mas de Cadignac has been an unrivalled pleasure. Stargazing at this latitude with evening temperatures of 15 degrees has to be recommended. Everything else up to the usual high standard, we are sorry to leave and will be back soon, of course!” - John and Lisa Catherwood
Christmas and New Year 2008
"Wow! we had a great time, a fabulous party house to spend Christmas and New year with friends and extended family. Warming wood fires through the house... the huge kitchen made cooking special meals a pleasure... local wine is fabulous and great value... so many things to play with both in the house and so many local things to do... wonderful Christmas market locally in Uzes. Winter sun here is surprisingly warm... aperitifs in the sunshine and a wonderful meal cooked by a local chef arranged by owners... all this and more... happy memories and special times." - The Haynes family and friends Scotland and Derbyshire
October 2008
“A wonderful couple of weeks in the French countryside. BBQ's in the evening were just divine. The pool was beautiful and just the right temperature for an early morning swim each day. Rene, the guardian's suggestions of places to go and things to do were great. All in all a wonderful holiday.” - the Polins and Mercers from Australia
September 2008
"We all have serious holiday blues since we returned on Saturday!!!! We had a great time and the weather was really beautiful.
Thank you for the 'loan' of your beautiful house!!" - Robert & Allison Paing
“Second visit: just as good as the first. Some swimming, some reading, some visiting. A lovely relaxing time.” - Harry and Maggie Hill and family
“For some of our group it has been our first visit to France! The weather has been amazing for September, did not realise it was going to be this warm. The villa is amazing! Very big with lots of outside space too. We have been addicted to table tennis, should start training for 2012. The pool was great.” - Robert Paine and party
August 2008
“We have travelled all over Europe and this has been the best. So many places to visit so close by. We were cooked for by the guardian, Rene and his wife, which was wonderful. The food the tastes, the sun and garden. A holiday to remember.” -Tony and Jo O'Maera, Portland USA
July 2008
“My second trip to stay in this beautiful house - and I am not disappointed - just as lovely as I remember. New trees in the garden - fruit picking from existing ones. Swimming in the pool at a constant 27 degrees. Eating meals outside - blue skies and heat - back to London tomorrow - hope it's not two years before I get here again. I feel refreshed and restored - this place has a magical quality.” - Les Jacobs
“Second or third summer here and it is still amazing. Went to fantastic fireworks on Bastille Day - July 14th. There seems to be a festival in a different town almost every day. But we spent most of the holiday around the pool. There is only one problem - we did not spend enough time here.” - Georgie
June 2008
"Very helpful website... a beautifully decorated and well-appointed house. We think it is just lovely - the garden's fantastic. The house is very well kitted out for adults and children. In a beautiful area." - The Lamb Family
May 2008
“Seven weeks is not long enough. This is our third stay at Mas de Cadignac and it will not be our last. A wonderful place to relax and inspire. Lisa painted and John wrote and played guitar. We visited markets, vineyards, ancient villages, churches, historic towns caves and gorges and there is still so much to see. The pool saw daily use, Rene the guardian was very helpful and David the gardener very friendly. It has been a pleasure and a privilege to stay so long. We will be back.” - John and Lisa Catherwood, Northern Ireland
All this and More
Early swim
Soft mattress of mist rising
Scented with honeysuckle and pine
Lavender in the evenings
Rolling through the warm drafts
Like cream in coffee
Golden lights
Blazing from apricot and peach
Afterglows in the eye
Bastet and Reme Jeanne
Twinkling in ice and glass
Liquid sunlight and manpower
What did I get?
What will I miss?
All this and more
Lisa Catherwood June 2008
October 2007
"This is our second stay in this lovely house, two weeks in August when the weather was hot and we enjoyed it so much we came back... A glass of wine in October in the garden of Mas de Cadignac under a clear blue sky and sun shining, absolutely fantastic. A beautiful house, a mixture of modern and old design with all the facilities available. Disadvantage - I can't stay here forever." - Milka Sugerova and family, Macedonia
"This is our last night here, we are from Singapore and Hong Kong. Fantastic, the country side is wonderful... weather is a bonus, we had breakfast on the terrace as the weather was so good. Kitchen gets the gold Buddah award, fantastic, extensively stocked. Not enough time spent in this wonderful house we really should have stayed another week. October is a great time to go." - Gina, Al, Andrew, Kellie, SK, Mien, George, Jenny and Shorkan Happy faces, Singapore
September 2007
"Delighted to enjoy some sunshine during this, the last week of September. The pool and the gardens proved a wonderful place to rest and take the air of the Gard... exactly what we had hoped to achieve this holiday. We found Mas de Cadignac very much to our taste and liking. Thank you for the loan of this delightful Mas." - The Upton family
"Isn't it amazing how short a fortnight is. We've had a lovely time... thirteen fine days out of fourteen in September is great, especially when you come form Manchester." - The Hill Family
August 2007
"We have had a wonderful holiday - a very relaxing time spent with family... and enjoyed many happy days." - The Kennedy family
July 2007
"We have had a wonderful holiday, excellent accommodation and food, (good food prepared by the house Guardian's wife, Joelle) and good wine. Thank you very much indeed." -
The Reeves Family
"We have returned from Mas De Cadignac and just read some of the testimonials on your site and would like to add that before we went we wondered if some were a bit overblown but now can wholeheartedly agree with everyone else and say it's a wonderful house in which to share time with friends." - Roger Silvera and Friends
June 2007
"We had an absolutely fantastic time - just what we needed! We had a fantastic week which started off with a glass of wine on the terrace… Hope you enjoy your stay here!" -
The Hopkirks, Switzerland
May 2007
"A fantastic time was had by all in this beautiful villa in a lovely setting." - The Kirkwood Family
"We have enjoyed our stay in this well equipped modern with its modern furnishing. With four little children 5, 3, 2 and 1 year we haven’t needed to venture further than the garden and the swimming pool." -
Jenny and Nigel Beard and family
April 2007
"The house, the markets, the food the light, the ping pong, the wine, the pool, the weather, the light. Fabulous to share… thanks so much!" -
Nikki, Freya, Tony, Paul, Michelle, Lisa and John
Christmas and New Year 2006
"What a fabulous house! We had a great Time! Loved Uzes! Lots of great food and wine! Very cold days but winter sunshine - can just imagine holidays here in the summer!" - Judy, Kate, Tanya, Ollie, Sienna, Liz, Paddy and Nanny
November 2006
“What a great place – the website really does not do this house justice, and we have been swimming nearly every day with the heated pool at 27 degrees and lovely warm summery days – who can believe it is grey cold and raining in London in November – we do not want to go home!” - Georgia, Eleanor, Joshua and family
October 2006
“A fantastic time was had by one and all. The ‘Mas’ is knockout, the scenery breathtaking and the location ideally situated for visiting the local towns and villages. The markets are wonderfully colourful and the food locally produced and fresh. The children obviously loved the pool and found plenty to keep them occupied. A lovely, relaxing holiday - the website does not do it justice.” Thank you so much for letting us share your wonderful ‘Mas’.” - Andy, Sarah, Emma and Matthew Cousins
“Even in October the weather was fantastic and we used the pool and the outside space to full advantage. Easily accommodated the ten of us and a good time was had by all.” - Nicole Miller-Young and family
“I came here with friends to celebrate my 30th birthday. The house was beautiful and perfect for the occasion. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to have stayed longer!" - Jo Westcott and friends
September 2006
“Many thanks, as a family we very much enjoyed the property, its fabulous style and surrounding landscapes. We loved the furniture mix and some serious designer pieces. The décor was a major factor in our choice, as we had two architects and three landscapes architects in our group. Also having two washing machines is a stroke of genius. Good house, lovely contemporary design with some great designer features.” - The Farrell Family
August 2006
“Beautiful house with gorgeous surroundings. We have had a lovely stay with our extended family visiting and still the house seemed roomy! Kayaking on the Ceze was beautiful and our seven year old thoroughly enjoyed it. A lot of relaxing and the children are not keen to go home.” - Sue and Richard Turnill and family.
July 2006
“Our party of eleven really enjoyed our stay and didn’t want to leave, with two weeks passing too quickly. Plenty of space, plenty to see, and even more to eat and drink” - Tony Rayer
June 2006
"We had a wonderful holiday and couldn't have dreamed of a better place in which to spend our week away. The house is so beautiful and the scenery is stunning - it was amazing!" - Megan Pyne, Holland
May 2006
"The house combines traditional structures and materials blended with the grace and elegance of modern design, brought together in a spacious and imaginative way. And, when you step outside, it's a vista of France as you love it – vineyards, orchards as far as the eye can see and the fragrance of flowers and fresh herbs to complete the sensory delight. Just go there to breathe!" - Bernadette Reed
"What can I say! Thank you for an absolutely breathtaking holiday. What a fantastic place you have made in a remarkable part of the world. We had the best time, the craic and charm having no small part to play in the joy of my introduction to France.
There were many wine tastings, trips to the Pont du Gard, the Amphitheatre at Nimes, the Theatre at Orange, and many markets which were a great warm up to a leisurely lunch. For me the absolute highlight was exploration of Arles and lunch at the cafe painted by Van Gogh.
The whole area is so steeped in beauty and history I think it will take a lifetime to explore and I am looking forward to it... We have a serious notion to do it all again very soon.
Thanks for everything - I feel re-invigorated and am enjoying time in my studio trying not to forget the colours... In the meantime, it is nose to the grindstone, but every time I close my eyes I see Mas de Cadignac!" - Lisa Catherwood
April 2006
"Mas de Cadignac cleverly combines old French farmhouse with contemporary design to achieve a completely unique holiday residence brimming with atmosphere and character. I stayed four days and wanted to stay forever - fantastique!" - Paul Davey
"Brilliant situation with loads of interesting destinations within easy reach" - Ali Smith
A wonderful secluded, romantic farmhouse set in rolling countryside, makes this an ideal place to spend time with friends and family. No expense has been spared on the quality of every room, yet the character of this ancient house has been retained. The grounds and pool area are perfect for long lazy days and the terrace lends itself to outdoor dining, or just sitting with an open wine bottle in the warm evening sun. This is a great base to explore the local towns, hamlets and wine growing region. I would thoroughly recommend a holiday here, shrug off the stress of everyday living and relax and enjoy!" - Pat and Patrick Walsh
" A little bit of heaven without the 'having to be good' bit to get there." - Louise Hussey
"It was a privilege to be the first group to stay in this beautifully restored house. Luxurious accommodation is matched by a mature garden, warm pool and spectacular scenery. It is the perfect place to unwind have a great time with a glass of delicious, locally produced wine whilst watching the amazing sunsets." - Lesley Jacobs |
