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Under the spell of Provence and enamored with its beautiful hotels, they crossed a border, left their region to settle between the Mediterranean and Vaucluse. They now welcome travelers who love our region.
By Valérie Rouger
Villa Amara
Driven by a desire to share an exceptional quality of life, Lilli Engle and Blake Dawson welcome you to their luxurious residence in the heart of Aix-en-Provence. Lovers of this city of water and art, the American couple embarked on the renovation of a 19th - century townhouse to create three charming guest rooms in an idyllic setting. Surrounded by trees, with its façade typical of 1850s mansions, this luxurious residence radiates charm. The hardest part will surely be choosing your haven of peace: the Imperial Suite with its Asian style, the sun-drenched Estivale Suite, or the intimate black and white Secret Suite. A privileged space to recharge, relax by the pool, or imagine yourself as Cézanne… For here, artists truly feel at home!
19 Cours des Arts et Métiers Aix-en-Provence | Tel. 04 42 27 14 14 | villa-amara.fr
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The Auberge La Coste
At the heart of the Château La Coste estate, with a magical view of the vineyard and the works of art and architecture that dot it, the Auberge La Coste will open its doors in the spring. In this resort setting, this new hotel with 76 rooms and suites featuring a refined and arty decor, united around wood and stone materials, will embody a Provençal art of living imbued with charm and hospitality. The Auberge La Coste will offer a restaurant where you can enjoy shared, local cuisine inspired by tradition and the garden, and a bar where you can cultivate the art of conversation before relaxing. A gem that adds to the Provençal universe of the very Irish Patrick McKillen, affectionately nicknamed Paddy.
2750 route de la Cride, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade | Tel. 04 42 50 50 00
chateau-la-coste.com
The Tourrel Hotel
Walls that preserve the imprint of the past and welcome contemporary design, this is the clever marriage that signs the style of the Hôtel de Tourrel, a 9th-century private mansion, in the heart of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Ralph Hüsgen and Margot Stängle took over the place about ten years ago. The two Germans are neither hoteliers nor sommeliers and have met the remarkable challenge of creating a superb hotel, intimate with its XNUMX suites, breathtaking with its rooftops. One has a swimming pool, the other a remarkable view… A breath of excellence has penetrated these stones steeped in history that continues all the way to the restaurant. The wine cellar completes the enchantment, you come here without really knowing when to leave!
5 rue Carnot, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Tel. 04 84 35 07 20
detourrel.com
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The Lamanon House
They are globetrotters, having discovered the wonders of the world… and those of Provence have now caught up with them! An 18th - century mansion, left to decay, nestled at the foot of the Château de l'Empéri in Salon-de-Provence, was a slightly audacious project, but it suited them perfectly! Ten apartments, each with its own unique character, were created while preserving the building's authenticity. Somewhere between a hotel and a guesthouse, their primary desire was to create a holiday home that reflected their own style, a multifaceted living space with a family feel. A successful endeavor, complete with added touches: for relaxation, head to the spa, swimming pool, and jacuzzi in 14th - century vaulted cellars, and for a gourmet experience, visit the restaurant Le Moulin des Sens, run by Eric Larroche and Marc Fornieles.
35 rue Moulin d'Isnard, Salon-de-Provence | Tel. 06 89 77 58 38 | lamaisondeslamanon.fr
The Hamlet of Les Baux
Le Hameau des Baux is launching a new hotel concept created by the duo Guillaume Multrier and Aurélie Blanquart, two hotel enthusiasts who wanted a different kind of hotel luxury, presented as guest houses, authentic and arty living spaces. The hotels Les Petites Maisons, as they are named, will be designed around three fundamental dimensions: art and beauty; the pleasures of the table; well-being and the luxury of taking care of oneself. In the aptly named hamlet, spread across a dovecote, the mazets, the chapel, the suites and rooms invite you to let go. The menu of agapes is designed by Julie Chaix, a local. The small square and its fountain, the pétanque court, the terraces and the swimming pool conclude the desire to stay there…
285 chemin de Bourgeac Paradou | Tel. 04 48 70 00 24 les-petites-maisons.com
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La Mirande
Hannelore and Achim Stein, passionate about historic homes and collectors, embarked on the restoration of an 18th - century residence in 1987, a jewel of the papal city that had been left to languish. Transformed into a hotel, La Mirande became the epitome of old-world charm, a timeless haven of undeniable allure. Their son, Martin, and his wife, Julia, continued the story, imbuing the property with the prestige it enjoys today. While Martin has since passed away, his family carries on the beautiful legacy. The 5-star hotel offers 26 refined rooms and suites, each adorned with its own period-print fabric. Its gourmet restaurant, helmed by Michelin-starred chef Florent Pietravalle, has earned it a reputation that extends far beyond France.
4 Place de L'Amirande, Avignon | Tel. 04 90 14 20 20 | la-mirande.fr
