Domaine de Fontenille
Chic Provençal farmhouse — British-influenced interiors (beige and grey tones, big bathrooms, old-school bathtubs), contemporary art throughout, natural stone and parquet floors, and a deliberately unhurried pace. Designed to feel like a wealthy friend's country house, not a hotel.
Executive rooms with private terrace (terrace dotted with potted geraniums) are worth the upgrade for couples — only a handful exist.
Why It Matters
The founding property of the Fontenille Collection. Holds a Michelin star at Le Champ des Lunes. Member of Relais & Châteaux and Green Key certified. Produces its own certified-organic wines (red, white, rosé) from a vineyard dating to 1638, sold in the on-site cellar and by the glass at dinner. Contemporary art in every room comes from the owners' personal collection and partner galleries.
An 18th-century Provençal bastide with roots going back to 1638, transformed in 2016 into a Relais & Châteaux hotel by Frédéric Biousse and Guillaume Foucher. The place feels genuinely lived-in — think family portraits next to contemporary gallery pieces, solid oak floors, and a working organic vineyard out the window. It sits on 35+ hectares in the Luberon Regional Park, about 4km from Lourmarin and 25 minutes from Aix-en-Provence. Two restaurants, a Michelin star, and a wine cellar stocked with the estate's own certified-organic production.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Executive Room Park View
Large, airy rooms facing the Luberon Natural Park. King-size bed with a wooden headboard, comfortable armchairs, and an ensuite shower (some with bathtub). South-facing aspect makes these bright for most of the day.
King · 35 sqm
Executive Room with Private Terrace
One of the most sought-after categories — each has its own private terrace furnished with table, chairs, and potted geraniums under overhanging trees. Neutral-toned interiors with a king-size bed, wooden furniture, and a walk-in shower (some also have a bathtub). A genuinely good upgrade for couples.
King · 37 sqmGarden Suite
A 55 sqm suite with a private garden, contemporary decor in neutral tones, a separate living area, and a super-king-size bed. Walk-in shower. Can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Part of the newer room inventory added during the most recent expansion of the bastide.
Super-King · 55 sqmLittle Room on the Garden
Located 50 metres from the main house in the château's former washhouse. The smallest room on the property, but the garden views and intimate feel compensate for the compact footprint. King-size bed, Provençal styling, ensuite shower.
King · 20 sqmPrestige Duplex Park View
Same south-facing park views as the Prestige, but with a mezzanine level above the main bedroom that has two twin beds — ideal for families or groups of four. The king-size bed is on the main level; the mezzanine is a hit with kids. Modern art and classic wooden furniture throughout.
King + Twin (mezzanine) · 45 sqmPrestige Room Park View
Generously proportioned rooms looking south to the Luberon hills and the village of Lauris. Two large windows flood the room with light. King-size bed, sofa, chairs — a real living area. Good for longer stays.
King · 45 sqm
Suite
A feminine, spacious suite with views of the forest and hotel gardens. The living room has sofas and armchairs grouped around a coffee table, floor-to-ceiling bookcases, and a desk. The bedroom has a king-size bed against a black wooden headboard. The ensuite bathroom is tiled in colorful mosaic and has either a walk-in shower or a bathtub.
King · 54 sqmSuite Alphonse de Savornin
The flagship suite, named after the last private owner of Fontenille. Spread over two floors with a private terrace and garden giving direct access to the hotel pool. Ground floor has a living and dining room with two Chesterfield sofas, a long dining table, and modern art. A wooden staircase leads to the bedroom with a circular leaded window and king-size bed. The first-floor bathroom has a freestanding bathtub, walk-in shower, and twin sinks.
King · 72 sqmSuperior Room
The entry-level rooms in the main bastide. Classic design, neutral colors — beige and grey tones with solid oak furniture and modern art on the walls. King-size bed; ensuite bathroom with shower, some with a bathtub. These face the courtyard rather than the park.
King · 25 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hotel offers bike hire (including e-bikes and scooters per guest reviews) for exploring the Luberon back roads lined with cypress and olive trees.
Horse riding in the Luberon valleys and mountains can be arranged — an authentic way to discover the Provençal landscape.
Guided canoeing on the Durance river — a peaceful way to see the valley landscape from the water.
The former wine cellar hosts four contemporary art exhibitions per year in partnership with galleries and international institutions. The entire estate's rooms are decorated with gallery-quality works from the owners' collection and La Galerie Particulière (Paris-Brussels).
Seasonal experience during the September harvest — guests can participate in grape picking and meet the winemaking team.
Guided tours of the organic vineyard (dating to 1638) and the 17th-century vaulted wine cellar, with tastings of the estate's own certified-organic red, white, and rosé. The cellar and tasting shop are open to visitors year-round, including non-guests.
Yoga sessions in the park, offered twice a week in summer — mornings in an exceptional outdoor setting among the cedars and lavender.
Guided exploration of the Grand Potager — the estate's permaculture kitchen garden, developed in partnership with The Ivory Foundation. Covers composting, agroecology, seasonal plant observation, and local ecosystem awareness. Open to guests of all ages.
On-site pétanque court in the grounds — the quintessential Provençal afternoon activity, often enjoyed with a glass of estate rosé post-swim.
Waymarked trails through the estate's vineyards and into the surrounding Luberon landscape. Ranges from easy strolls to more demanding Luberon hill hikes.
Chic picnic among the vines — can be arranged by the hotel on request. A popular way to try the estate wines in the landscape that produced them.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Private meeting room accommodating up to 40 guests. The 17th-century vaulted cellar also serves as an event and reception space.
Open to visitors year-round (not just hotel guests). Stocks the estate's own certified-organic wines plus a wide selection of other labels.
A former dovecote converted into a dedicated children's play space, stocked with games and toys.
A working farm paddock behind the swimming pool with donkeys, sheep, and hens. A genuine estate touch — popular with children and adults alike.
Certified-organic since 2016, producing red, white, and rosé wines available in the hotel, restaurant, and online shop. One of the oldest wine estates in Provence, with origins dating to 1638.
A 20-metre heated outdoor pool set among the estate gardens. Open late April to October. Surrounded by sun loungers and shaded spots. Pool service available in high season with cocktails, Fontenille wines, fresh juices, salads, and nibbles.
Certified Green Key by the Foundation for Environmental Education. First French Mission-driven hotel group as of 2023.
Hotel arranges transfers from Marseille Provence Airport (€110 one-way) and Avignon Airport (€100 one-way). Add €20 for arrivals after 7pm. Must be requested 72 hours before arrival.
Available by reservation for 30 minutes per room. Guests must book in advance at the front desk.
24-hour gym available to hotel guests only.
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