Situated in Graves, 20 minutes drive from Bordeaux, nestling amongst the vineyards of Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, is a magical retreat.
With an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, an outstanding spa, a Michelin starred restaurant, a superb second restaurant and a wine bar, this property is one of the best we have experienced.
The rooms are spread throughout beautiful buildings in the grounds. They are all superbly decorated with a mixture of contemporary and traditional. Use is made of the ubiquitous oak wood, most if not all of the food and wine is either grown on site or locally sourced.
Wines are local, including of course from the Chateau.
An elegant mix of casual and formal styles throughout.
Whether you come for the comfort of the body or the mind, you will find it here.
Summer in the vineyard is beautiful with ever changing light enhancing the colours, and be sure to take a walk in the Forest of the Senses, just across the road where artists exhibit in the woods.
Take a bicycle ride around the area, a tour of the winery and vineyard, just sit and enjoy the ambience - whatever you want you will find here.
Pricing is what you expect for an outstanding property with superb service, location, food and accommodation, but definitely worth it.