Château Saint-Esprit
If you're planning a destination wedding in Provence, managing logistics across multiple vendors is time-consuming.
Château Saint-Esprit is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Draguignan, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Toulon-Hyères Airport (TLN), 45-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Château Saint-Esprit
If you're planning a destination wedding in Provence, managing logistics across multiple vendors is time-consuming.
Château Saint-Esprit solves this by offering both an acclaimed restaurant and working vineyard on-site.
Located in Draguignan, this venue provides a complete culinary and wine experience without coordinating separate catering partners.
The 4.7-star rated restaurant handles food and beverage, while the surrounding vineyards create an authentic Provençal backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
Incredible wine tasting. We met the owners, very welcoming. The Quintessence red wine is a must buy. Wonderful experience.
Maelie Bélanger · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €4,000 to €10,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TLN, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Vineyard, historic, elegant
Venue highlights
- Full-service restaurant on premises eliminates separate catering coordination
- Working vineyard produces estate wines for receptions and tastings
- 4.7 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction with food and service
- Located in Draguignan, heart of Provence wine country in the Var region
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00-15:30Guest arrival; welcome reception with estate wines and aperitifs in vineyard or garden area
- 15:30-16:15Ceremony in garden or designated outdoor space on grounds
- 16:15-17:00Cocktail hour; canapés and continued wine service
- 17:00-22:00Multi-course dinner in restaurant; toasts, music, dancing
- 22:00+Late-night dessert service and continued celebration
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TLN · 45-50 minutes
Guests fly into Toulon-Hyères Airport.
- Typical total
- €4,000-22,500+Aisle estimate
Pricing is fully customizable. Request detailed quote directly from venue. Wine package pricing depends on estate selections. Service charges and gratuities typically 15-18% in France.
See the full figure+
€4,000-22,500+ for 50-150 guests (food, beverage, venue)
- Ceremony fee
- Included with reception packageAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
- Reception
- €80-150 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
See the full figure+
€80-150 (estimated range based on menu and wine selections)
- Room rate
- €80-180 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
€80-180 (nearby hotels in Draguignan; no on-site lodging)
- Weather window
- June – September
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 04 94 68 10 91
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we customize the menu for our wedding?+
Yes. The restaurant team works with couples to design menus featuring their estate wines and seasonal Provençal cuisine. Contact them directly through their website to discuss options.
Is the vineyard available for ceremony photos?+
The working vineyard grounds are part of the venue. Confirm photo access and timing with management when booking, as harvest schedules may affect availability.
Do you offer wedding packages or à la carte pricing?+
Pricing is customized based on guest count, menu selections, and services. Request a formal quote through their website at saintesprit-provence.com/le-vignoble/
What's the typical guest capacity?+
The restaurant and grounds can accommodate groups ranging from 20 to 150 guests, depending on layout and dining style preference.
Are accommodations available on-site?+
The venue is a restaurant and vineyard without lodging. However, Draguignan has nearby hotels and rural gîtes within 10-20 minutes for guests.
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Outdoor ceremony: Yes
“Sous un écrin de lumière, nous pourrons accueillir vos cérémonies laïques ou religieuses dans un lieu enchanteur sous les chênes centenaires de la propriété.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonySetting: Vineyard, historic, elegant
“La magie sera le maître mot de la cérémonie dans ce lieu insolite, en plein cœur de l’un des plus beaux vignobles de Provence.”
Read the source for setting