Domaine deFontenille
Domaine de Fontenille rises from the Luberon Valley in Provence, commanding panoramic views across lavender fields and limestone hills that shift through golden afternoon light.
- Ceremony
- 40 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- AVN · 50 minutes
- Open season
- April – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.5 /5 · 794
Domaine de Fontenille is a hotel destination wedding venue in Lauris, France, hosting 40 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Avignon-Provence (AVN), 50 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
Domaine de Fontenille in Lauris, open April–August.
Domaine de Fontenille rises from the Luberon Valley in Provence, commanding panoramic views across lavender fields and limestone hills that shift through golden afternoon light.
This 18th-century estate, perched at 400 meters elevation, anchors itself in 15 hectares of cultivated grounds where rows of grapevines and Mediterranean gardens frame every sightline.
The hotel venue merges authentic stone architecture with contemporary service, creating a base for multi-day celebrations rooted in authentic Provençal landscape.
We had dinner at the restaurant. Food was ok, not spectacular. Service was very slow. We had to wait a long time between starter and main which lost the flow of what could have been a great experience. The waiter had too many tables so he never came to refill wine or water. We had to be calling him everything we needed anything. The place is lovely but is is definitely overrated. With so many wonderful and beautiful places in the Provence, you can miss this one.
4 notes, from the desk.
18th-century manor house on 15-hectare estate in Luberon Valley
Located in Lauris appellation wine region; on-site vineyard and tasting facilities
Elevation of 400 meters provides sweeping views across Provence to Mont Ventoux
Hotel accommodates up to 150 guests with 40+ rooms across multiple buildings
Best held in April, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Domaine de Fontenille.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 18:00–22:00Guest arrival and welcome reception on the terrace with estate wine and Provençal canapés
- 10:00–11:30Ceremony in the garden or on the vineyard terrace; cocktail reception to follow
- 13:00–15:00Seated lunch in the stone hall; optional wine tasting seminar led by estate winemaker
Things worth knowing.
AVN · 50 minutes
Guests fly into Avignon-Provence. The desk arranges every transfer.
€25,000–60,000
Pricing varies by season (peak: May–June, September–October; shoulder: April, November; low: December–March). On-site wine packages, décor, and multi-day event coordination available à la carte.
€1,500–3,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€85–160 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120–280 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
April – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What's the guest accommodation capacity?+
The estate offers 40+ rooms distributed across the manor and outbuildings, allowing most wedding parties to stay on-site for multi-day celebrations.
Can we host both ceremony and reception at the venue?+
Yes. The estate provides indoor and outdoor spaces; ceremonies typically occur in the gardens or on terraces overlooking the valley, with receptions in stone halls or marquees.
What's the nearest airport?+
Avignon-Provence Airport is 55 kilometers away (approximately 50 minutes by car). Nice and Marseille airports are also accessible within 1.5–2 hours.
Can we incorporate wine into the celebration?+
Absolutely. The domain produces its own wine; estate-grown bottles and tastings can be integrated into welcome receptions, dinners, and favors.
What time of year is best for a wedding here?+
Late spring (May–June) and early fall (September–October) offer stable weather and dramatic light. Summer is warm but can reach 35°C (95°F); winter is mild but occasionally rainy.
Hold dates at Domaine de Fontenille.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.