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Château des Barrenques
About This Venue
A fourteenth-century castle along a Provencal river
A 15th-century Provencal castle and estate in Lamotte-du-Rhone, Vaucluse, classified as a Historic Monument, offering full privatisation for weddings of up to 198 guests with 42 guests sleeping on-site across 14 rooms.
Owned by Nicolas Tommasini
The Venue History
15th century · Provencal castle
A 15th-century Provencal castle, formerly the residence of the Marquis de Balincourt. Three elements are classified as Historic Monuments: the Castle with its grand staircase (15th century), the Magnanerie (silkworm farm, the largest in the region) and its Waterworks (mid-19th century), and a Windmill from the 17th century with a perfectly preserved mechanism. The estate was inaugurated in July 2022 after a complete renovation, attended by more than 250 people from the region. It notably hosted the wedding of Miss France Valerie Begue and Olympic swimmer Camille Lacourt in 2013.
Notable Features
- • Grand Staircase
- • Magnanerie (silkworm Farm, Largest In Region)
- • 17th-century Windmill With Preserved Mechanism
- • Cathedral Of The Plane Trees Alley
- • Art Deco Lounge
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 221 guests for a seated dinner.
Natural Cathedral (Plane Tree Alley)
Outdoor- Ancient Sycamore/plane Trees (some 200 Years Old)
- Secular Ceremony Setting
La Lucarne
Outdoor- Views Of Mont Ventoux
Park Clearings
Outdoor- Tranquil Park Setting
- Century-old Trees
Castle Terrace
Outdoor- Shaded By Cypress And Magnolia Trees
- Lounge Area
La Magnanerie Ground Floor
Indoor- Air-conditioned
- Dance Floor
La Magnanerie Upper Floor
Indoor- Exposed Beams
Magnanerie Terrace
Outdoor- Fairy Light Garland Canopy
- Central Fountain
Nomad Tent
Covered Outdoor- Opens To The Park
- 225 M2
Mill Room (Moulin)
Indoor- Opens Onto Castle Terrace
- 110 M2
Silo Room
IndoorStudio Room
IndoorArt Deco Lounge
Indoor- Art Deco Style
Accommodation
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Check Availability & PricingPricing & Packages
2027 pricing
Weekend hire (Friday 2pm to Sunday 5pm), 3 days 2 nights, 42 beds, furniture included, one breakfast. April rate for 2027.
Minimum 2 nights
| Season | Price |
|---|---|
| Low | From €8,500 Weekday stay (Tuesday 2pm to Thursday 5pm), 3 days 2 nights |
| Medium | From €16,500 Weekend stay (Friday 2pm to Sunday 5pm), 3 days 2 nights |
| Medium-high | From €17,500 Weekend stay (Friday 2pm to Sunday 5pm), 3 days 2 nights |
| High | From €18,500 Weekday stay (Tuesday 2pm to Thursday 5pm), 3 days 2 nights |
What’s included
- Full privatization of the estate
- Castle terrace, Magnanerie terraces, nomad tent, park spaces
- La Magnanerie (160m2 + upper floor)
- Castle mill (110m2)
- 2 swimming pools (one heated)
- 6 hectares of wooded park
- Furniture (tables, chairs, high tables, lounge area)
- Fairy light canopy on Magnanerie terrace
- Breakfast for on-site guests
- 42 beds
Not included
- Catering
- Drinks
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
6-hectare wooded park featuring over 52 different tree species, some several centuries old. Notable trees include Bald Cypresses, Giant Redwoods, approximately 60 majestic plane trees (Cathedral alley), a magnificent ginko, old yew tree, majestic pines, giant birches, and a giant magnolia tree. Aromatic Provencal plants include lavender, thyme, rosemary, and olive trees. Features a river, health trail, sports spaces, and a tree climbing bridge. Art sculptures by artists Mireille Vanson and Ana Maria throughout the park.
Getting There
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By Air
- Marseille Provence Airport 50 minutes (1h15-1h25 cited)
- Montpellier Airport 1h30
- Lyon Airport 2 hours
By Train
- Bollene-la-Croisiere 7 minutes
Key Distances
- Avignon 40 minutes
- Orange 30 minutes
- Montelimar 30 minutes
Lamotte-du-Rhone, Vaucluse, France
Situated at the crossroads of four lands -- Vaucluse, Drome Provencale, Ardeche, and Gard, on the Rhone wine route, surrounded by lavender fields. Features a 6-hectare park with century-old trees, a river, and Provencal aromatic plants.
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