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Le Prieuré Baumanière is a Relais & Châteaux property housed in a former convent in the medieval village of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, on the outskirts of Avignon in southern France. The 36-room estate combines historic charm with contemporary design, anchored by terroir-driven regional cuisine and a peaceful cottage garden setting with trailing wisteria.
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The hotel occupies a former convent tucked into the medieval village of Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, on the outskirts of Avignon. The property is distinguished by its cottage garden and trailing wisteria, which its owners, Jean-André and Geneviève Charial, describe as epitomising silence and relaxation. The location places guests near historical monuments and countryside activities.
The hotel offers 36 rooms and suites across four types. Classic Rooms measure 20 square metres and feature a queen bed. Deluxe Rooms are 35 square metres with queen beds. Junior Suites accommodate up to four travellers in 180 square metres. Suites range from 50 to 75 square metres and accommodate up to five travellers, each with a queen bed. Throughout the property, contemporary style meets ancient tradition in the room design.
The restaurant's menu pays tribute to regional produce and traditions. Specific offerings include duck foie gras with Gariguette strawberries from Nîmes and pot-roasted Costières wood pigeon with fresh sage. The cuisine is described as terroir-driven, served in settings designed to engage the senses. The hotel also offers early dinner and snack options, with a kids menu available.
The property features an unheated outdoor pool. On-site and nearby activities include a 9-hole golf course and 18-hole golf course, jogging, biking, hiking, canoeing and kayaking, visits to historic monuments, and massages. The hotel provides room service, a secure car park with electric charging stations, and is accessible via lift. Internet access is available throughout the property.
The hotel welcomes families, with baby-sitting, family suites, and children's amenities available. Guests travelling with pets are accommodated at additional cost in designated rooms. The property also welcomes groups and special events, with one meeting room accommodating up to 50 guests. The combination of activities, dining, and peaceful setting appeals to couples seeking a regional retreat and to business travellers using the event facilities.
Editorial verification: Le Prieuré Baumanière is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The hotel is located in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, a medieval village on the outskirts of Avignon in southern France.
Le Prieuré Baumanière is a member of Relais & Châteaux, a collection of luxury independent hotels and restaurants.
The hotel has 36 rooms and suites, available in four types: Classic Rooms (20 sqm), Deluxe Rooms (35 sqm), Junior Suites (180 sqm), and Suites (50–75 sqm).
The hotel's restaurant serves terroir-driven regional cuisine, featuring dishes such as duck foie gras with Gariguette strawberries from Nîmes and pot-roasted Costières wood pigeon with fresh sage. Early dinner, snack, and kids menu options are also available.
Facilities include an outdoor pool, nearby golf courses (9-hole and 18-hole), biking and hiking trails, canoeing and kayaking, massages, and organised visits to historic monuments.
Yes. The hotel welcomes children with baby-sitting services, family suites, kids menus, and early dinner options available.
Yes, the hotel is pet-friendly at additional cost in designated rooms.
Le Prieuré Baumanière is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Le Prieuré Baumanière is in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France. Address: Place du Chapitre 7, Villeneuve Centre, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, Occitania, 30400, France.
| Location | Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, France |
|---|---|
| Address | Place du Chapitre 7, Villeneuve Centre, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, Occitania, 30400, France |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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