Over the past many years, we have rented many homes during vacations across the US and Europe. Usually looking for higher end and larger homes to accommodate family and some friends. We have been fortunate that pretty much all homes have been excellent and at times amazing. Yet none compare to Karine’s home. It is exquisite! A place that you love the moment you arrive and find it hard to leave. It delivers comfort and luxury.
As a super host, Karine was great from the start, helping us in any way we needed. Caroline who greeted us when arriving was equally great and helpful during the home walk through.
Karine has an amazing gift setting up a home that feels truly luxurious yet very welcoming. That’s hard to do. We’ve been in homes that were luxurious but cold or sterile. Karine’s design details made us fell like this could be our home, and not like you’re intruding on someone else’s. Comforting and welcoming. The interior and exterior designs are stunning.
Kitchen is great, with a large stove that for us as foodies was welcomed. Outdoor areas flowed well with the kitchen area, easy to walk in and out, sit in the very comfortable outdoor seating, eat at the fabulous outdoor dining. Loved the grill! We had 10 people there throughout, it never felt crowded.
That flow between indoor and outdoor living takes full advantage of all the outdoor “zones” which are at multiple levels across the rolling hill, such as the play area, with ping pong table and Boules game. The infinity pool which is private with full view of the village. By the way, the views! Wow!! And, very private location while still easy walking to the village.
Inside, the living room and dining area was extremely comfortable and with a (for those from the US) a Restoration Hardware like feel but better. Each bedroom unique, great bedding (slept very wee) and decor. Showers and toilets very comfortable. Washer and dryer easy to use, with an ample laundry room.
Our only complaint is, a week was too short! Next time we will stay longer.