Mas de Capelou
Rustic-chic Provençal farmhouse. Historic stone exterior, modern boutique interiors with Nespresso machines, Bluetooth speakers, and bathrobes. No reception desk — the hosts (Valérie and team) are present but unobtrusive.
Book La Brousse restaurant when you book your room — reservation is required and it fills up in summer
Why It Matters
Genuinely rare combination: working orchard and countryside calm, 5 minutes from one of France's most visited UNESCO cities. The property sits on an island that most visitors to Avignon never explore, giving it a sense of real rural Provence that the city-center hotels can't match.
A 17th-century Provençal farmhouse sitting on the Île de la Barthelasse — a flat, green island that bisects the Rhône just one bridge-crossing from Avignon's medieval walls. Five individually decorated B&B rooms and four self-catering apartments spread across two hectares of working orchard, ancient plane trees, and lavender paths. It's countryside living with city access: the Palais des Papes is 7km away, both Avignon train stations are a 12-minute drive.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Armille Apartment
From EUR185 / night860 sq ft across two levels. Two bedrooms (queen and two singles) plus a living room with sofa bed — the most flexible sleeping configuration of the apartments. Kitchen with dishwasher, no washing machine. Sleeps up to 6.
Queen + 2 singles + sofa bed · 80 sqmBéguin
From EUR185 / nightSecond floor, south-facing room with 350 sq ft of space and garden views. Fits 2 or 3 guests with a queen bed plus a single. The shower room is open directly to the bedroom rather than enclosed — more of a boutique design choice than a practical one.
Queen + Single · 32 sqmCanotier
From EUR170 / nightThe smallest B&B room at 250 sq ft on the second floor, east-facing. King bed only (or split twins), private separate shower room, separate toilet. Good option for couples who don't need the extra bed.
King (or twin) · 23 sqmChapel
From EUR200 / night600 sq ft west-facing room on the second floor, with a king bed and a single. Spacious for a B&B room. Separate enclosed bathroom with toilet. Good middle ground between the compact Canotier and the full Suite Capeline.
King + Single · 56 sqmClementine Apartment
From EUR185 / nightThe largest unit on the estate at 1,200 sq ft on the ground floor with a private garden. Two proper bedrooms (queen and two singles) plus a mezzanine that sleeps two more. Two independent bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. Linen included. Cleaning fee of €50 at checkout. Breakfast available as an optional add-on.
Queen + 2 singles + 2 mezzanine beds · 111 sqmGibus Apartment
From EUR185 / night800 sq ft spread across two levels (2nd and 3rd floor) with a terrace. Queen and single bed in the main bedroom, two singles in the mezzanine. Bathroom has a bath (not just shower). Kitchen with dishwasher but no washing machine. Sleeps up to 6.
Queen + single + 2 mezzanine singles · 74 sqmMantille
From EUR185 / nightSame floor and footprint as Béguin — 350 sq ft on the second floor, south side — but with a king bed (convertible to twins) plus a single. Same open shower-room layout. Good for a couple with a child or a trio of friends.
King (or twin) + Single · 32 sqmMarquis Apartment
From EUR215 / night780 sq ft across two levels with a private terrace. Two bedrooms (queen + two singles), kitchen with dishwasher, no washing machine. Sleeps up to 4. Slightly pricier than Gibus/Armille, likely due to the terrace.
Queen + 2 singles · 72 sqmSuite Capeline
From EUR255 / nightThe top B&B option. A 600 sq ft two-bedroom suite on the first floor, south-facing, with a private terrace. One king bedroom, one queen bedroom, a bathroom with bathtub (the only B&B room with a bath), and separate toilet. Sleeps 4 comfortably. The terrace is a genuine selling point for morning coffee.
King + Queen (two bedrooms) · 56 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Traditional and electric bicycles available on request at the property. The Île de la Barthelasse is flat and ideal for cycling; the ride into Avignon center takes about 10–15 minutes.
A water sports centre on the island offers canoe trips on the Rhône, both day and evening. Not operated by the mas directly.
Pastels, gouaches, colored pencils, easels and paper provided. Open to guests of all ages.
Backgammon, Uno, giant Mikado and other games available for guests.
A horse riding centre is located on the Île de la Barthelasse near the property. Not operated by the mas directly.
The Île de la Barthelasse has numerous walking paths around the mas. Staff will happily point out the best routes.
Paintball facility a short distance from the mas on the island.
Dedicated pétanque court in the garden with balls provided. Free for all guests.
Wine tours, artisanal spirit tastings (Distillerie Manguin is a 5-minute walk), organic farm visits, and local producers' markets all accessible nearby. Staff can point you in the right direction.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Free WiFi throughout the estate at 100+ Mbps.
Playground on-site for younger guests.
Bar serving drinks poolside during pool hours.
300-year-old plane trees, pear orchard, lavender, orange and lemon trees. Hammocks, armchairs, and shaded reading spots throughout.
Free self-parking on the estate.
Electric vehicle charging available on-site.
12-meter heated pool open April 1 to October 31, available to guests 7:30am–9:00pm. Pool towels provided in room lockers. Lounge chairs and shade umbrellas. Shallow toddler section included. Pool is unsupervised — constant adult supervision of children required.
Full cooking and meal preparation facilities in the pool house. Barbecue available for guest use.
On-site library for quiet reading.
Daily cleaning service included for B&B rooms. Available as a paid service for apartment guests.
Antique/vintage car rental available as a paid option.
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