I've just booked room + dinner at La Table de Bonheur for the 4th time. Since we met Hans and Tiny,…read moretheir cosy and rural cottage in the lavander countryside and tasted Hans delicacies (he's a Michelin starred chef) we drive back to them every single year. Looking forward to see you again, Hans and Tiny.

Wonderful week on the beach, Shelley is the perfect hostess, she helped from booking to guiding us…read morethrough a wonderful time in the area.

The proprietor of these gorgeous (and I do mean spectacular, look at the photos on her web site)…read morevilla and apartment rentals possesses an amazing design sense and aesthetic. The amenities and attention to detail are second to none; things like high speed internet, superb linens, fully stocked, modern kitchens, elegant furniture and carefully thought-out, framed views that also optimize the space. You do need to book early - her rentals book quickly and especially in the peak seasons. I think these rentals are one of the most precious "hidden secrets" of the cote d'azur...and that is a pretty big statement considering the area. Staying in the old town part of Villefranche is worth every penny, especially if you enjoy the pedestrian-only village with all of those romantic corridors washed in pale pastels.

From the owner: La Campagne St Lazare propose 2 chambres studio, 2 suites et 1 appartement de charme, autour du…read morejardin et de la piscine ou dans le parc. L'ambiance conviviale et la décoration raffinée promettent un séjour agréable et reposant dans le Luberon. Découvrez notre cuisine du Sud, authentique et savoureuse : réservez une table dans notre restaurant pour déguster nos plats gourmands, élaborés à partir de produits frais et de saison, de préférence en provenance des marchés locaux ou proches.

Somehow this review I wrote back in 2014 didn't get finished. I post it here now and apologize for…read moreit's being so late!! Go for the food - find a little magic. Alice and her husband chef Bernard have created an oasis just outside Saint Remy. It's a totally beautiful place - garden, art gallery, restaurant, with touches of great detail and care. Nothing has been overlooked, all blend into a perfect evening of dining. On arrival you are shown to either the lower patio or garden for aperitifs. You'll already feel relaxed and happy. Alice brings out her menu book - she has lovingly hand-written every menu for each day - and describes each dish. The menu is short - as it should be - and includes local ingredients, including things from their garden. Their wine expert helps you plan your evening wines. Again, a short list of terrific wines, most available by the glass. We had 3 or 4 flights, beginning with Champagne and ending with a Cote de Beaune with the cheese course. By the way, Alice and the waitstaff all speak perfect English, except for one young lady, who was so sweet you were almost glad she didn't. Delicious and interesting amuses were brought out with out Champagne, and your contentment level goes up another notch. For dinner you move to the upper patio or garden, just outside the gallery room. It's truly lovely - the art gallery begins to glow around sunset. Everything is of a piece - the teardrop (or artist's palette) shaped tables, the china, the candelabras, the table hangers for the ladies' handbags. We were dressed up a bit, but the locals were very casual. Food was uniformly delicious, langoustine entree, tuna and John Dory mains, dessert and cheese course. The tuna was impeccable - beautiful presentation, accompanied by local garden ingredients like baby wild asparagus and baby radishes, perfectly cooked. Service was gracious yet casual. I hope Alice and Bernard are still providing a beautiful experience. It was for us.

We were sent here by our boutique hotel proprietors Nick and Andrea from La Maison du Paradou, who…read moreare fantastic and have not steered us wrong in 2 separate visits. The husband and wife proprietors of Mas l'amarine were surprisingly young and yet executed flawlessly! She was the front person and just delightful. He was the chef and was concerned and accommodating to our individual dietary needs. The decor is very modern in an chateau setting, which for us and our friends was a fun departure from the usual Provençal experience. The kitchen was apparently open by European standards but not at all by American standards...in fact couldn't see it from the dining room. I mention only because apparently some old school patrons have been put off by the decor and close kitchen arrangements. In my opinion you would be missing out on an exceptional meal by judging by those narrow standards. The presentation of the food was beautiful and our table ordered each entree option. The lamb with smokey herbs was truly memorable. The venison was amazing and both the sea bass and red snapper were exceptional. The fresh seasonal mushroom starter was exceptional as well. The desserts didn't disappoint either!! Can you tell that we were delighted by everything?? Anyhow, point is, if you are in the area, it is a MUST visit if you want a great foodie experience. Again, it is NOT quintessential Provençal food or interior design...but that should be a draw not a distraction!! Enjoy!!!

From the owner: Chambres économiques pour 1 ou 2 personnes ou en famille…read more Petits-déjeuners et vélos compris

We are so lucky that our tour company was unable to book the other inn we originally asked for: we…read more"accidentally" ended up at Chalet Ventoux Serein. It was the highlight of an already amazing trip! Phillipe and Dominique are the warmest hosts, and they have created a cozy, quiet respite. Our package included all meals and they were all timely and delicious. Dinner was an incredible 4 courses. Even hiking 20+km per day, we still couldn't eat it all! Simple food, well-prepared: fresh, seasonal, delicious. And vegetarian per our request!! We could not have been happier. Our hosts anticipated our every need, with special homey touches at every turn. Stay here and you will also not want to leave!