Romantic Rural Retreats in France from Travel Intelligence

There's much to be said for a weekend break in Paris but sometimes this culture-rich City of Lights can be just too much. Luckily France has the romance factor through and through; rural retreats in Provence and Bordeux are amongst our most magical romantic hotels, and make for the perfect place to hole yourself up with a loved one.

From the cool and contemporary charms (inside an 18th-century château, no less) of La Maison Bord'eaux to gourmet's favourite Benvengudo in the remote corner of Les-Baux-de-Provence, our round up of the most romantic rural retreats in France is sure to impress.

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Chateau de Massillan
Chateau de Massillan
Orange, Provence, France
"The dreamlike castle was originally built for Henry II's mistress, and is now a revamped luxury hotel on 24 acres of parkland."
Style & Ambience
smart & stylish, design, romantic, hip & happening, charming, peaceful
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Chateau de la Tour
Chateau de la Tour
Cannes, Riviera Cote d'Azur, France
A fine 19th-century country house hotel near Cannes, perfect for a quiet, no-fuss retreat.
Style & Ambience
charming, family-friendly, smart & stylish, sumptuous, traditional
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Le Mas de Peint
Le Mas de Peint
Arles, Provence, France
“Rural chic meets modern luxury at this exquisite family-run estate, tucked away on 1300 acres of farmland in Camargue near Arles.”
Style & Ambience
boutique, romantic, traditional, charming, peaceful
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Les Rosees
Les Rosees
Mougins, Riviera Cote d'Azur, France
"Hidden amongst the olives groves is this ancient Provencal boutique hotel. with only four charming rooms for the ultimate seclusion."
Style & Ambience
peaceful, smart & stylish, charming, traditional, boutique, romantic
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La Maison du Frene
La Maison du Frene
Vence, Riviera Cote d'Azur, France
"Artistically beguiling, this eccentric boutique hotel is filled with objets d'art and modern works in the historic district of Vence."
Style & Ambience
glamorous, easygoing, charming, peaceful, sumptuous, romantic
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La Maison Bord'eaux
La Maison Bord'eaux
Bordeaux, Bordeaux Region, France
A fresh, chic style and a relaxed air make this bright maison d'hotes a great choice for Bordeaux.
Style & Ambience
romantic, contemporary, boutique, hip & happening
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per room per night
Hotel Lous Grits
Hotel Lous Grits
Marsolan, Midi-Pyrenees, France
"A beautiful retreat in the midst of a hillside village, with just five elegant rooms and a refined, feminine air."
Style & Ambience
design, charming, peaceful, romantic, boutique, traditional
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per room per night
La Bastide de Marie
La Bastide de Marie
Gordes, Provence, France
“French rural tranquillity is at its best in this old stone country house situated amongst vineyards in the idyllic Provencal wineland.”
Style & Ambience
romantic, peaceful, smart & stylish
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per room per night
Benvengudo
Benvengudo
Les Baux, Provence, France
"A laid-back country house in Provence, with a fine restaurant, chic pool area and friendly, welcoming staff."
Style & Ambience
easygoing, charming, family-friendly, romantic, peaceful
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per room per night
Hotel Crillon le Brave
Hotel Crillon le Brave
Crillon le Brave, Provence, France
"A cluster of old stone buildings make up this charming luxury hotel, in a French hilltop village, set above the vineyards."
Style & Ambience
boutique, traditional, charming, peaceful, romantic, smart & stylish
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per room per night
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Looking for a more urban flavour to your France trip? Check out our full selection of luxury hotels in France. Alternatively for more of Europe's most idyllic rural retreats, see our pick of the best rural retreats in Andalucia.