Chateau Du Grand Jardin, Valensole

Chateau Du Grand Jardin is a 17th-century castle in Verdon Regional Park, 300 metres from the centre of Valensole. The Valensole property has well-kept gardens, a sun terrace, and an outdoor dining area. A lounge with a piano, secure private parking with an access code, and 24-hour security with CCTV are available on site.

The five rooms at Chateau Du Grand Jardin are on the 2nd and 3rd floors and are reached by a staircase; the château has no elevator. Each room in the Valensole château is individually decorated with period furniture and has a garden view; some rooms include a terrace or a fireplace. Room names include Marie Antoinette, Louise de Savoie, Belle Epoque, Eugenie, and Josephine, and private bathrooms have a shower, sink, toilet, hairdryer, and toiletries.

Breakfast at Chateau Du Grand Jardin is prepared by the hostess, included in the room price, and served from 8am to 10am in the ground-floor reception room with classical music playing. The spread includes croissants, homemade pastries and jams, cheese, yogurt, fruit, coffee, and juice. Valensole village, a 300-metre walk away, offers four restaurants.

The château is set in Verdon Regional Park, and the Verdon Gorges, the largest canyon in Europe, are 29 kilometres away. Moustiers-Sainte-Marie village and Canyon Parc adventure park are nearby attractions. Canoeing and hiking are available in Verdon Regional Park, and couples rate the location 9.0 out of 10.

Property: 17th-century castle with well-kept gardens and a lounge with a piano

Location: 300-metre walk to Valensole village with four restaurants

Rooms: Five rooms with period furniture and garden views; no television

Breakfast: Homemade pastries and jams served 8am to 10am

Activities: Verdon Gorges 29km away; canoeing and hiking in Verdon Regional Park

Parking: Free secure private parking with access code

Family: Provisions for one child under 2 years