Have you ever stayed somewhere so perfect that you wanted to bring the furnishings home? This seems to be happening a lot. My brother and sister-in-law's gorgeous home I'll show more of later, much of it I'd love to pack up and ship to North Carolina..................and, guess what, they'll open their massive antique door to you if you want to visit!
Again, sorry I've not posted, just having fun during these marvellous days in France. I believe I've taken over 2000 photos so will have much to share.
Meanwhile, a brief peek to whet your appetite for all things lovely and French. In the Provencal town of Apt, at the base of the Luberon mountains, we spent two nights in an amazing house called La Madone. Our apartment, called "Chanvre" which is a type of old linen fabric, was so beautiful, I could have moved in permanently.
These two heavy linen cushion covers trimmed in French blue, I purchased right off the linen upholstered daybed.....................................
....................along with some antique monogrammed linen kitchen towels. This kitchen sink was set into a very old massive stove with iron doors.
The romantic pool in the lovely garden of La Madone.
Our living room complete with beamed ceiling, lovely paint effects, crystal chandeliers and puddled heavy linen draperies.I'll have so much more to show later after all photos organized. My days in France have been fabulous. Off to London on Friday for just a brief visit - can't pass up a chance to go home and do a little shopping before crossing the pond yet again.
Many thanks to all who have stopped by while I've been gone - miss you all.



Oh Mary
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful surroundings! I've been thinking about you on your trip and imagining you enjoying yourself in France. I'm sure it will be hard to come back to the real world.
Hugs, Rhondi
We have missed you! Can't wait for you to come home soon! Glad you had fun!
ReplyDeleteMary ma cherie!! Missing you! Love these pictures. The linens are amazing! Wonderful chandelier!!Looking forward to seeing you and listening to everything little thing about the trip! Love, Vanessa
ReplyDeleteOh, Mary Sweetie!...it's so good to hear from you! I miss you, along with many others, I'm sure. What a fabulous place to stay!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving those kitchen towels.
Your brother and sister-in-law are both very generous to open their door to any of us who might be fortunate to visit.
Can't wait to see you when you return home!
Hugs,
Deborah
Me again, Mary...meant to mention that I love that chandelier with those rustic beams!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a lovely place. Glad you got to stay there. I know it must have just been heaven for you.
ReplyDeleteOh Wow, Mary! Amazing photos and wonderful linens. Beautiful living room.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels back to NC. Looking forward to lots of stories and photos!
I miss you, too, Mary. But, I have spent your time away imagining the smile on your face and the warmth in your heart as you experience your family and such lovely surroundings.
ReplyDeleteMary, what a gorgeous room! No wonder you want to stay! I love those ceiling beams and the colors in that room.
ReplyDeleteWe miss you bunches, but it's wonderful that you are enjoying yourself!
Hugs,
Lynn
Oh Mary, I can't wait until you get home to see all the pictures and hear of your adventures. I have missed you!
ReplyDeleteJanet
Mary... Oh my... Lovely.. Lovely... Lovely... Will so be looking forward to more.... Enjoy...
ReplyDeleteI hope you continue to have a marvelous trip and come home safely and planning to show us even more of your beautiful photos! Colleen
ReplyDeleteMary, we are missing you but so sorry your time is nearly up. Hope you have some fun in England when you stop there. I so much prefer England. Love it.
ReplyDeleteNancy
Missed you too Mary. I look forward to hearing more on your return. Travel safely ;-)
ReplyDeleteI can see why you snapped up those lovely linens.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place you stayed in.
Thanks for the wonderful sneak peaks of your holiday! I would love to be there with you. Those linens are so lovely.
ReplyDeleteExcited to hear about your plans for England on your way home. This is a beautiful place you stayed at and I can imagine you being very inspired.
ReplyDeleteHugs ~
Heidi
It all looks delightful! I have some of those old (new) pillow cases too. Now, I wonder where I put them. Hmmmm.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous place to stay, Mary. DEFINITELY a 180 from our place in Caunes! But the hotel in Mirepoix made up for it for us.
ReplyDeleteSeems like you've been over there forever....lol Safe flight to London and then home.
Good news is....Autumn has arrived on Cedar Key. Heat and humidity GONE, so I'm sure NC will also be delightful for you.
Terri
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I, along with others, eagerly await your photos!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely home!
ReplyDeleteThanks to Linda for letting us know about you...another way to get a taste of France in between visits.
ReplyDeleteWhat great photos and descriptions! Your market photos made us think of our little market in Vias, and the full-to-the-brim shopping basket of produce we can get for just a few euros. One of those lovely big lettuces makes salad for the two of us for days!
Thanks again