TC

Provence was our absolute favorite European trip. We took a car and drove from point to point, staying in several amazing B&Bs. My favorites were:

Le Eveche in Vaison la Romaine. The photos don't do justice to this spectacular place or the hosts. We had the room with a staircase leading up to a rooftop terrace. Magical at night or sundown. Breakfast in their inner courtyard is delicious.
http://eveche.free.fr/uk_index.htm

Also: Villa Agape in Avignon. The host, Madame Michelle, is absolutely wonderful. Her home with garden and pool on the rooftop, is spectacular.

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Rev..._Provence.html

cigalechanta

Odin, I like the more intimate one in seillans.
I've always wanted to get to the area when the Mimosas
are in bloom but don't like travelling when snow is still possible here.

dorkforcemom

We've stayed at Le Mas Perreal twice - would go back in a heartbeat! Perfect location, gracious hosts, delicious breakfasts...

nini

We loved Sous Les Figueres in St Remy. It is a small hotel but has the feel of a B&B. All rooms open to outdoor patios and the common lounge area is beautiful with huge French doors and chandeliers. Rooms are, of course, ensuite with updated bathrooms and nice bed linens. There is parking within the property and access is gated at night. We found St Remy to be an excellent town to base for four nights. Leveche in Vaison Romaine was very nice but not for more than one night. Not a big fan of Arles.

Underhill

If you're going over to the Nice area, I strongly recommend a luxury B&B near Grasse: Le Mas du Roc. The owner is a very good coook, and breakfaasts are excellent. So are the beds, which she imported from the U.S.: no foam! There's a nice little common room with a TV and DVR, along with a good selection of movies in English, French, and German. It's a very classy, comfortable place.

There are several good restaurants in the Grasse area.

hopingtotravel

Chateau des Alpilles in St. Remy -- beautiful front bedroom

Bastide Moustiers in Moustiers Ste Marie--we had the white room, and had dinner there.

Jay_G

I spent a week at Toile Blanche (http://www.toileblanche.com/) a few years ago with my good lady wife and can't recommend it highly enough.

It's just outside St. Paul de Vence and is easily the best B&B I've ever stayed in. Great hosts, great food, wonderful setting and views, and the room we had was verging on the perfect for the price we paid.

There's a small swimming pool, but whilst we were there we only used it to sit next to and drink our bodyweight in rosé whilst soaking up the atmosphere. This place really holds some good memories for me.

I believe the owners used to be gallery owners so there is lots of original art about the place and a slightly bohemian vibe going on.

dugi_otok

We stayed at Le Mas Perréal

dugi_otok

We stayed at the fabulous Le Mas Perreal
http://masperreal.com/index.html
this last July.

It was the best B&B experience in 40+ years of world travel. Le Mas meets all of your requirements.Kevin and Elizabeth are outstanding friendly and helpful hosts,the breakfasts are gourmet,the rooms are comfortable and well decorated and have amenities like en suite bathrooms with large walk-in showers,private terraces and sitting areas,and gorgeous views over the surrounding countryside.

Kevin will personally help you plan your daily activities and select dinner locations in nearby villages.

I would be surprised if Le Mas Perreal did not replace the B&B in Piedmont as your all time favorite.

el13207

Another vote for Le Mas des Carassins in St. Remy- spent 4 nights there this past spring and absolutely loved it. Have already sent one friend there and another is going this spring. Wonderful food, beautiful grounds w/ pool, lovely decor, very relaxed.

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elsiejune

http://www.lamaison-a-bournissac.com/

http://www.chateautalaud.com/

Here's two more you might want to look at. La Maison a Bournissac is well located,right outside St. Remy. It's a small inn with an excellent restaurant. We enjoyed our stay there, but it was 8 yrs ago, so you'd need current info.
We haven't stayed at Chateau Talaud, but I remember being very impressed when I researched it. Have fun! EJ

RobynFrance

James J--can u tell me approximately the distance from Mas de la Medecine to the village of Goult--we enjoy going out to cafes and restaurants nearby--love to walk to if possible. Is it close enough to walk and are there quite a few restaurants and cafes in the nearby area. Have been to the Luberon many times, but can't quite place Goult. Many thanks.

Christina

I like Goult a lot, I went there one evening the last time I stayed in the area as it wasn't too far from where I was staying. I would not say it has quite a few restaurants/cafes, it is a very small village, but there are a couple.

However, that B&B is in the middle of nowhere, although there are several villages where you can drive (Lacoste looks closer than Goult, not sure). I don't know the exact distance, but I don't think you could walk there as you'd havge to cross the super major N900 highway. I'm guessing it might be about 4-5 km.

RobynFrance

Many thanks Christina--we really love that area but also like to be in a village where we can walk around and go for a drink, etc.--enjoy the country but prefer to be in touching distance of some of the amenities--

All best,
Robyn France

mpprh

http://hotels-francepatrimoine.fr/ho...-saint-maximin

lhopp

An excellent place if you're looking to stay in the Luberon is in Bonnieux at Le Clos du Bois. The owner sometimes offers dinner as well, and it's excellent.

TDudette

Topping this for wonderful info.

Hub and I loved Aqua Bella in Aix. It is a hotel with a hot spring-fed pool, a spa, hotel, nearby garage and the most comfy beds we ever slept in. When we were there in 2009, they had a computer room for guests. They also helped us with a van tour--van picked up at the hotel.

http://www.aquabella.fr/

jgg

I am the OP and just wanted to thank everyone for their amazing suggestions. I think I looked at almost everyone listed!! And the winner is....Mas des Carassins in St. Remy. I will say that le Lavandin and Le Mas Perreal were favorites as well, but unfortunately they don't open until April 1 and we will be there in late March. Thanks again for everyone's recommendations this was a huge help for me and I suspect for future travelers. Can't wait for our week in Provence!!

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