In the heart of Provence, guests find themselves surrounded by a lush landscape with a hillside carved with vineyards as far as the eyes can see. A day filled with biking around the Mediterranean hillside, tasting wine grown in its volcanic soil, and partaking in a grape-picking harvest with friends welcomes you. As the day comes to a close, you retire to an idyllic Tuscan château for a relaxing night sleep. This is the Provençal way of life that awaits at the Villa Baulieu.

The Villa Baulieu is a five-star luxury Château located in the heart of Provence, France. The Tuscan villa contains 300 hectares dotted with lavender, overlooking the French Alps and Provencal countryside. Inside the villa, guests can choose from eleven suites, junior suites, and prestige rooms to stay in. Each room exudes the estate’s history and focus on modern amenities through their historical design with a luxurious twist. Additionally, the names of each room reflect an important figure in Baulieu’s history which adds to the historical charm of the property.

The History

Dating back to the 17th century, the Guénant family owns Villa Baulieu, within the Châteaux et Hôtels Collection. Although, the historical origins of the estate go back further. In fact, it’s rich history traces back to Henry III in 1576. After his ownership, the estate became home to influential Provencal families. These families include the Alamanons, the Agoults, the Oraisons, and others. The villa continues to uphold an importance of family and protecting the nature within the region.

Historical Suites

Among the eleven historical rooms, the Pierre de Pontleroy room in particular emulates a feel of historical charm. The room offers guests a view of the lower courtyard and is designed to emulate the era of Napoleon III. Gold accents scattered throughout the room from the king bed to the gold marble countertop and shower add a luxury feel. Another standout suite is the Bérengère d’Alamanon. Decorated in the 18th-century Provencal style, the room offers guests a view of the gardens below. Moreover, the Provencal navy blue and cream wallpaper gives a delicate feel to the room and is complemented by the large windows within the bathroom which offer a picturesque views of the estate’s grounds.

Fine Dining

Along with the exquisite rooms, fine dining is offered inside the Villa Baulieu with Michelin-starred meals representing the cuisine of the Provencal region. The cuisine is prepared by the estate’s butlers and can be served in the chateu dining room, the Orangerie, or the lower courtyard. Each location offers a picturesque view of the property such as the Orangerie’s view of the French formal garden which creates the perfect setting to enjoy a bowl of the Soupe de Poisson or the Rillette de Thon.

The Vineyard

The Villa Baulieu is more than a historical château, it is home to a beautiful vineyard, almond, and truffle grove which gives guests a myriad of tasting experiences to enjoy during their stay. The vineyard is located inside the ancient crater of Provence’s volcano with volcanic soil that creates a signature flavor and distinctive note to the vineyard’s wine . Guests can also enjoy visiting the estate’s almond grove which spans 4.5 hectares with over 800 species of trees andproduces high-quality almond crop, harvested each fall.

In conclusion, living life the Provençal way is more then staying at a historic château. It’s experiencing the lifestyle of interacting with the region’s incredible vineyards and agricultural products. The Villa Baulieu offers guests luxury rooms that are historically decorated and fine dining that reflects the cuisine important to the region. What makes the villa more then a place of lodging, is the access guests have to interact with the region’s incredible views and activities.