Private Estate Wedding in Provence: a 17th-Century Hamlet

Some couples dream of a château, others of a beach. And then there are those who dream of something rarer: a whole village to themselves. A private estate wedding in Provence is exactly that promise — no other guests, no shared spaces, no staff ushering you out at midnight. At Le Clos d'Hullias, a fully restored 17th-century hamlet perched above a valley of vines, lavender and olive trees in the Gard, the gates close behind your wedding party at 4 pm on day one — and until 4 pm on your final day, every stone, terrace and pool belongs to you alone.

A hamlet from 1600s Provence, entirely yours

One hour from Avignon's TGV station, in the rolling countryside of Provence Occitane, Le Clos d'Hullias is not a single building but a cluster of them: three independent stone houses, a vaulted cellar, shaded terraces and gardens spread over several hectares of garrigue, with a panoramic view stretching all the way to Mont Ventoux. Exclusive use is the founding principle here. The estate hosts up to 130 seated guests for the wedding day, and the celebration is designed as a full weekend rather than a single evening — welcome dinner, ceremony, party, and farewell brunch each have their own setting.

Six settings, three days, zero curfew

The night before, a relaxed welcome dinner gathers up to 40 guests around the fully equipped kitchen — or a food truck, if that is more your style. On the day itself, vows are exchanged in the garden among lavender beds and century-old olive trees, facing the valley; sound system included. Cocktails follow on the old rampart terraces beside the pool, where architectural lighting sets the stone aglow at dusk. Dinner is served under festoon lights on the 300 m² open-air terrace of the olive grove — with a 150 m² nomad tent on standby in case of rain, at no extra charge. Then the night truly begins: the 17th-century vaulted stone cellar turns into an intimate club, and there is no end-of-party time limit. Dance until sunrise; the next morning, a brunch and pool party by the water brings the weekend to a soft landing.

« I can't recommend this place enough — it is truly unique! Exceptional value for money regarding space, views, accommodations and facilities. » — a couple's verified TripAdvisor review, 5/5

Your guests sleep on the estate

What sets a private estate apart from a rented reception hall is what happens after the last dance. Here, 28 guests stay on site across the three houses — 13 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms in total, with bed linen and towels included — at 59 € per person per night. La Maison de la Tour comes with its own private pool; two further pools are shared. And the couple? A 60 m² bridal apartment is offered with every booking, complete with a preparation salon for the bride, a Marius Fabre toiletry pack and a panoramic view for your first morning as newlyweds.

2027 rates and total freedom

Exclusive hire with services included ranges from 3,280 € for a two-night weekday stay in April or October to 8,980 € for a Friday-to-Sunday weekend in high summer (2027 season). Just as importantly, the estate imposes nothing: no corkage fee on your own wines and champagnes, no compulsory vendors, cleaning included, and a single dedicated contact — Aurélien — from first visit to wedding day. For a French-language deep dive into this hamlet's spaces and pricing, see our guide to a 17th-century estate wedding in Provence.

A private estate wedding in Provence is not about renting a venue — it is about borrowing a way of life for three days. Visits to Le Clos d'Hullias are free and without obligation, and Aurélien answers seven days a week, in English too.