Domaine de Fontenille
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.
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.
About Domaine de Fontenille
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.
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Beautiful hotel and a 5 star experience. The room was spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant was beautiful and the food was to a very high standard.
Katie Horsfield · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 25 rooms
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €30,000 to €65,000 for the whole property, per nightAisle estimate
House rules
- Weddings held
- February to June, September to November
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- AVN, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Vineyard, historic, elegant
Venue highlights
- 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
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 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
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- AVN · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Avignon-Provence.
- Typical total
- €25,000–60,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€25,000–60,000 for 80–100 guests (2-night stay, ceremony + reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–160 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €120–280 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 04 13 98 00 00
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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.
Questions about the venue
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.
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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
Rooms: 25 rooms
“Nos 25 chambres élégantes et épurées, vous accueillent pour un séjour inoubliable.”
Read the source for roomsWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“De février à juin et de septembre à novembre, profitez de ce lieu d’exception entièrement privatisable, avec une capacité d’accueil allant jusqu’à 60 personnes à l’intérieur et 120 à l’extérieur.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Cérémonie en plein air sous les cèdres centenaires des jardins provençaux de Fontenille, cocktail sur la terrasse avec vue imprenable sur la vallée de la Durance, dîner raffiné dans un cadre panoramique, dégustation des vins bio du Domaine, réception festive dans nos salles de réception.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyWeddings held: February to June, September to November
“De février à juin et de septembre à novembre, profitez de ce lieu d’exception entièrement privatisable, avec une capacité d’accueil allant jusqu’à 60 personnes à l’intérieur et 120 à l’extérieur.”
Read the source for weddings heldIndoors or out: Both
“De février à juin et de septembre à novembre, profitez de ce lieu d’exception entièrement privatisable, avec une capacité d’accueil allant jusqu’à 60 personnes à l’intérieur et 120 à l’extérieur.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Vineyard, historic, elegant
“Le Domaine de Fontenille se dévoile entre vignes, jardins, patrimoine et raffinement discret.”
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