Mas Under the Chestnut
Mas Under the Chestnut operates on a simple principle: your guests need reliable logistics alongside beauty.
Mas Under the Chestnut is an estate destination wedding venue in Cavaillon, France, hosting 25 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Avignon-Provence Airport (AVN), 1 hour by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.
About Mas Under the Chestnut
Mas Under the Chestnut operates on a simple principle: your guests need reliable logistics alongside beauty.
This 28-hectare Provençal estate near Cavaillon delivers both, with on-site accommodation for 40+ guests, manicured gardens, and direct access to Avignon's cultural attractions just 40 kilometers away.
The restored farmhouse and stone buildings provide flexible indoor-outdoor venues across multiple microclimates.
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I celebrated my wedding at the farmhouse under the chestnut trees and everything was perfect. I highly recommend it.
Nicolas Petit · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 120 guests
- Standing reception
- 250 guests
Staying over
- Sleeps
- 22 guests
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €2,500 to €6,500 venue feeAisle estimate
House rules
- Weddings held
- All year
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- AVN, 60 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, relaxedAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 28-hectare working estate with original 17th-century stone structures and century-old chestnut trees
- On-site lodging accommodates 40+ guests, eliminating hotel logistics for destination attendees
- Located 40km from Avignon, 90km from Provence's wine regions, and 110km from the Mediterranean coast
- 4.7/5 Google rating with consistent praise for grounds maintenance and staff coordination
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.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrivals; check-in at farmhouse rooms; welcome aperitif on main terrace
- 10:00 AMGuest breakfast in dining room; final setup in garden ceremony space
- 3:00 PMCeremony begins under chestnut grove or farmhouse portico
- 4:30 PMCocktail hour on north terrace with Luberon views
- 6:00 PMSeated dinner in converted barn or garden under string lights
- 10:00 PMDancing; late-night snacks; fire pit mingling
- 9:00 AMDeparture breakfast for remaining guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- AVN · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Avignon-Provence Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000-35,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€15,000-35,000+ for 50-75 guests including accommodation, ceremony, and reception (catering, decor, rentals additional)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,500-4,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €80-150 a headAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€80-150 (catering separate; venue often requires preferred caterer or allows external)
- Room rate
- €100-200 a person a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€100-200 per guest (on-site rooms; varies by room type and season)
- Weather window
- May – August
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 38 43 75 67
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Venue rental, catering, and accommodation are typically priced separately. Peak season (May-June, September) commands higher rates. On-site lodging reduces overall travel costs for guests.
Questions about the venue
Can we accommodate guests overnight?+
Yes. The estate provides on-site accommodation for 40+ people across renovated farmhouse rooms and cottage suites, reducing coordination burden and travel time for international guests.
What's the nearest airport?+
Avignon-Provence Airport (45km, 1 hour drive) or Marseille-Provence (100km, 1.5 hours). The venue can arrange transfers or provide recommendations for local car rental.
Are there indoor backup options for weather?+
The main farmhouse and several stone buildings provide weather protection. Tent rentals are standard and recommended for June-September ceremonies.
What's included in the venue fee?+
Contact the venue directly at http://www.massouslemarronnier.com/ for current packages. Standard offerings typically include grounds access, basic furniture, and on-site kitchen facilities.
When's the best season to marry here?+
May, June, and September offer ideal weather (75-82°F). July-August can reach 90°F+. Spring and fall reduce heat-related logistics while maintaining full guest comfort.
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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
Seated dinner: 120 guests
“D’une superficie d’environ 130m², la salle de réception peut accueillir 120 personnes assises ou 250 debout, sans compter la possibilité d’élargir la capacité en faisant un réceptif en extérieur.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 250 guests
“D’une superficie d’environ 130m², la salle de réception peut accueillir 120 personnes assises ou 250 debout, sans compter la possibilité d’élargir la capacité en faisant un réceptif en extérieur.”
Read the source for standing receptionSleeps: 22 guests
“22 couchages en chambre & appartement”
Read the source for sleepsWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“Il est également possible de louer le mas dans son ensemble pour vos réceptions.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesWeddings held: All year
“Disponible à la location toute l’année, Le Mas sous le Marronnier avec sa grande salle de réception, ses murs en pierres et son grand parc arboré d’oliviers, vous accueille dans une ambiance chaleureuse.”
Read the source for weddings heldParking: Yes
“Parking 70 places ,mobilier, location de voiture classique, de prestige ou de collection, restauration par traiteur, organisation de séminaires, forfait Bien-Être...”
Read the source for parking