The Aoyama property is an old farmhouse built around 1750, whose traditional U-shaped architecture makes it impressive and highly symbolic of the region. The farmhouse's shale stone and thick walls were used for silk rearing in the central part of the property. Large volumes, windows and huge chimneys were essential to maintain a constant temperature for silk production.
The property comprises 3 buildings on 3 floors. The first floor was used for the barns, bread oven and cellars, while the second floor was used for accommodation. The third floor housed the silkworm farm.A well was also built to irrigate the land and water the animals. It's still in operation!

Les Terres Aoyama owes its name to one of Tokyo's most exclusive districts, well known for its international fashion houses, cafés and restaurants where luxury and conviviality go hand in hand, but also for its magnificent green cemetery. In Japanese, "Aoyama" means "Blue Mountain", a nod to the Cévennes mountains just behind the property, which appear bluish under the direct effect of the sun, as well as to the 15 years spent in Japan by the owner!

Les Terres Aoyama is ideally located in the village of Saint-Julien-Les-Rosiers, in the beautiful Gard department of southern France. Although nestled in a rural area, our mas is conveniently close to Nîmes (40 km) and Montpellier (90 km). Alès, the nearest town with all the necessary shops, is less than 5 km away, ensuring easy access to city life while preserving the tranquility of our rural setting.

At Les Terres Aoyama, we make a point of respecting the environment and nature. As a result, the renovation preserved the main structure of the farmhouse while using high-quality organic materials for a minimalist interior that complements the 18th-century stone exterior. We favored materials such as concrete, wood and glass, accompanied by refined decoration including wood, jute, wicker and vintage handicrafts, ensuring comfort and durability.

Our kitchens are equipped with modern, environmentally-friendly appliances to minimize water and energy consumption (A/A+ rating), with a view to carbon neutrality. At a time when energy is becoming scarce and expensive, we also plan to install solar panels on our roof to ensure the energy independence of our gîtes.

The recycling of water from air conditioners, as well as the collection of rainwater, are also essential pillars of our sustainable approach.