Château de Collias
Grand historic estate, old-money French countryside. Stone vaults, period fireplaces, painted Italian ceilings from the 19th century, and contemporary art from the owners' private collection. Intimate and unfussy rather than stiff or formal — the owners run it like a cultivated private home.
The 'Chambre de la Tour' is in the actual 11th-century medieval tower, with a rooftop terrace — request it specifically when enquiring.
Why It Matters
The château earned a Michelin star for its restaurant L'Hirondelle just months after opening in 2023 — a remarkable feat. The property has since transitioned to exclusive private hire only, with 14 rooms across the estate that can be rented in full (28 guests) or in part (8 rooms). The medieval tower room with its panoramic rooftop terrace over the Gardon gorges is one of the most singular bedrooms in southern France.
A thousand-year-old château in the Occitan village of Collias, perched above the Gorges du Gardon. Medieval foundations, Renaissance additions, an 18th-century façade, and a 19th-century Italianate renovation — it sounds like a lot, but it wears it well. Owned since 2019 by hospitality professionals Christophe Tailleur and Philippe Huber, who spent years restoring the place before opening it in May 2023. The model has since shifted: the château now operates as an exclusively private rental for families, wedding parties, and corporate groups rather than as a traditional open hotel.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Chambre de la Tour (Tower Room)
The headline room. Set inside the château's original 11th-century medieval tower, accessed via a spiral staircase across multiple levels, and topped with a panoramic rooftop terrace looking out over the Gorges du Gardon. There is nothing else like it in the building — or really in the region.
King (180cm)
Junior Suite
A two-bedroom apartment-style suite with two separate bedrooms, two shower rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, and private lift access. Ideal for families or two couples traveling together who want a self-contained unit within the château.
King (180cm) x2
Standard Rooms (remaining)
The château has 12 king-size double rooms plus the two-bedroom Junior Suite, totalling 14 rooms for 28 guests. All rooms have private en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and views over either the park or the village. All individually decorated with a mix of 18th-century character and contemporary art.
King (180cm)Suite Bleue
36 sq m suite with village-facing views. The 'blue' aesthetic contrasts with the warm stone tones found elsewhere in the building — lighter, more airy in feel.
King (180cm) · 36 sqmSuite Comtesse
32 sq m suite, also located in the historic part of the building with village views. Like the Marquise, it's reached by staircase — good for guests who don't mind climbing, but flag it if accessibility matters.
King (180cm) · 32 sqmSuite Duchesse
Available in several configurations ranging from 31–35 sq m. Park-facing, which means garden and greenery rather than village rooftops. The most tranquil outlook in the château — pool and park visible from these rooms.
King (180cm) · 33 sqmSuite Marquise
38 sq m suite in the historic part of the château's façade. Views look out over the village of Collias. One of two rooms accessed via staircase rather than the lift — ground-floor guests or those with mobility needs should note this.
King (180cm) · 38 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The owners' contemporary art collection is displayed throughout the château, and the property has an art gallery space. Concerts, theatrical performances, readings, and exhibitions have been hosted on the estate.
Free bicycle rental is available for guests. The surrounding area of Collias and the Gardon valley is popular cycling territory.
A billiards table is available at the property — classic château leisure.
The château hosts concerts, theatrical performances, readings, and exhibitions — both outdoors in the park and in the château's spacious interior rooms. Guests have proximity to the Festival d'Avignon, the Chorégies d'Orange, and the Nuits Musicales d'Uzès.
The gorges directly below the château's park offer serious hiking — limestone cliffs, garrigue scrubland, river access. The park itself connects to the wider trail network. Part of the UNESCO Natura 2000 protected area.
Horse riding is available in the surrounding area, including at the Centre Équestre du Pont du Gard nearby.
The village of Collias is the main put-in point for kayaking and canoeing through the Gorges du Gardon — one of the finest half-day experiences in the region. Multiple rental outfitters operate directly from the village, 5–10 minutes on foot from the château gates.
The property's park extends over several acres down toward the Gardon river gorges. Paths wind through garrigue, past a romantic waterfall, under a large magnolia. The park is part of the UNESCO-listed Gorges du Gardon Natura 2000 zone — meaning the biodiversity is serious, not just decorative.
An 18-metre heated outdoor pool with a basin-shaped design in keeping with the 19th-century character of the estate. Surrounded by a spacious sunbathing deck, overlooking the garden and park, with views toward pine-covered hills. The pool is part of the Gorges du Gardon Natura 2000 setting.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Elevator serves 6 of the 8 rooms in the main wing. Two rooms (in the Marquise and Comtesse categories) are staircase-only.
WiFi available throughout the property. Guest reviews note it can be unreliable — one guest relied on mobile data for the full stay.
A significant wine cellar below the main restaurant room, stocked with wines from across France with strong representation of Gard, Rhône Valley, Provence, and Languedoc.
Historically served on the south-facing terrace overlooking the park, from 8:00–10:30am. Prepared in the château kitchen, featuring local produce. American, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Priced at €28/person. Table-served only — no buffet.
Multiple named reception rooms: Salon de Musique, Grand Salon, Salle d'Exposition, Jardin d'Hiver, Cour Intérieure, Petit Salon, kitchen space for cooking classes, wine cellar. The former gourmet restaurant dining room accommodates up to 80 for private dinners.
Multiple terraces including a south-facing breakfast terrace overlooking the park. Picnic area and outdoor furniture throughout the park.
Pets allowed with additional fee (historically €30/day for dogs, including dog bed, two bowls, toy, and waste bags).
18-metre heated pool with sunbathing deck, loungers, and park views.
Concierge service available for guests.
Electric vehicle charging point available on site.
Gated, secured on-site private parking. No reservation required.
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