Château du Grand Jardin is a hotel destination wedding venue in Valensole, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Provence Airport (Marseille Provence) (MRS), 90 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Château du Grand Jardin
Château du Grand Jardin stands apart in Provence as a working hotel château where guests stay within the venue itself, eliminating the logistics of coordinating multiple properties.
About Château du Grand Jardin
Château du Grand Jardin stands apart in Provence as a working hotel château where guests stay within the venue itself, eliminating the logistics of coordinating multiple properties.
This 17th-century estate in Valensole commands sweeping lavender-field views and operates year-round with on-site accommodations for 40+ guests.
The dual function as hotel and wedding venue creates an integrated celebration where your wedding party lives the experience together rather than commuting daily.
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Stunning Chateau. Walking back in time. Beautifully restored, giving a sense of 17th century life. Hosts were amazing, full of passion for the property
Miranda Rice · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRS, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 17th-century château with 40+ guest rooms available on-site for multi-day wedding events
- Positioned in Provence's lavender plateau, offering natural seasonal backdrop for photography
- Google rating of 4.4/5 from verified guest reviews
- Licensed hotel venue combining ceremony, reception, and accommodation under one property
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at château; welcome aperitif in garden or lounge
- 8:00 PMWelcome dinner in dining hall or outdoor terrace
- 10:00 AMCeremony in château chapel, garden, or outdoor pavilion
- 12:30 PMCocktail reception on terrace with lavender-field views
- 2:00 PMSeated reception dinner and dancing
- 10:00 AMDeparture brunch; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRS · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Provence Airport (Marseille Provence).
- Typical total
- €15,000-35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000-35,000 for 50 guests, 2-night wedding weekend
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (depends on menu and season)
- Room rate
- €120-200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-200 per room (based on room category)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 04 92 74 96 40
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day packages bundling accommodations with ceremony and reception may offer discounts. Confirm current rates and availability directly via the château website or contact form.
Questions about the venue
Can wedding guests stay at the château?+
Yes. The château operates as a 40+ room hotel, allowing you to house your entire wedding party on-site for multi-day celebrations. This creates continuity across welcome dinners, the ceremony, reception, and departure brunches.
What is the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on ceremony and reception configuration across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces.
Are outdoor ceremonies possible?+
Yes. The château grounds offer outdoor ceremony options with views of the surrounding lavender fields and Provençal landscape.
What seasons are available?+
The château operates year-round.
Is there parking for guests?+
Yes. The château provides parking on-site and for arriving guests. However, confirm capacity when booking your event size.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.