Chateau de la Barben, La Barben. Holiday Rentals

Description for B&B:

1) The "Granet suite" is a spacious and elegant bedroom adorned with stunning white gypsum sculptures dating back to the 18th century. The furniture is genuine 18th century and adds to the room's historical charm. The double bed, topped with an authentic 18th century Liberty print canopy, offers a comfortable and luxurious sleeping experience. Adjacent to the bedroom is a cozy sitting room with the same blue and white color scheme, furnished with an authentic 18th century bed. The marble bathroom, in perfect harmony with the rest of the suite, features a bath and shower, as well as separate toilets. With its sunny disposition and sweeping views of the Salon de Provence countryside, this suite is a tranquil and inviting retreat. For even more space, the adjacent big sitting room can also be rented, providing an equally enchanting atmosphere.

2) The "Loves suite" sits within the Palamede tower, a magnificent circular tower located in the western part of the château. This suite boasts a large and grand bedroom with a living area, complete with a majestic stone fireplace. The canopied fourposter bed, dating back to the Renaissance, measures 1.8 meters wide and exudes a sense of timeless elegance. The furniture, authentic 18th century pieces, adds to the suite's charm. Soft furnishings in stone-colored linen create a serene ambiance. The spacious bathroom features a central bathtub designed for two people, providing a luxurious bathing experience. From the Italian shower, guests can enjoy a breathtaking view of the nearby river and ancient plane trees. The suite also offers separate toilets. Step out onto the private south-facing terrace to take in the magnificent landscape.

3) Augustus's bedroom is adorned in warm brown and yellow tones. The genuine Empire furniture adds an air of sophistication. Guests can choose between a double bed measuring 1.8 meters wide or two twin beds measuring 0.9 meters wide, both topped with a silk canopy. The roomy bathroom is designed in the Empire style and offers a comfortable space for relaxation. Separate toilets are also provided. From this suite, facing northeast, guests can enjoy a wonderful view of the river and the castle's rooftops.

4) Elisa's bedroom is a charming space adorned with Liberty print wallpaper and authentic Louis XVth furniture. The spacious double bed, measuring 1.8 meters wide, is topped with a silk canopy. Alternatively, twin beds are also available. The large bathroom features two windows and is equipped with a retro style bathtub and shower. Separate toilets are also provided. This room, facing east, offers a delightful view of the rising sun and the picturesque hills of scrubland.

Additionally, residents have the opportunity to indulge in the "Table d'hôte" dining experience, with delicious dinners served on-site.

Description for Gite

Here is a revised description of the gite:

Inspired by Granet, this spacious suite features a grand blue room adorned with exquisite white plasterwork from the 18th century. The furniture is antique, hailing from the same era. A luxurious double bed measuring 1m80 is crowned by a charming canopy in toile de Jouy, reflecting the period's style. Adjacent to the main room is a cozy salon, also decorated in the enchanting white and blue theme, boasting a comfortable bed measuring 1m20. The bathroom, designed to harmonize with the rest of the suite, showcases a marble bath with a shower, while the toilet is conveniently separate. With its south and west-facing windows, the suite is bathed in sunlight, offering breathtaking views of the stunning countryside. Additionally, there is an option to rent the adjoining large room, which captures the same captivating atmosphere. Located within the Palamedes tower, an impressive round tower on the western side of the castle, the "Following Mating" suite comprises a spacious bedroom complete with a sitting area by a majestic stone fireplace. The Renaissance four-poster bed measuring 1m80 is the centerpiece of the room, alongside seventeenth-century period furniture adorned in warm stone-colored linen damask. The enormous bathroom features two freestanding bathtubs and a large walk-in shower, all with views of the river and plane trees. The toilet is separate. This suite also offers a private terrace, facing south, providing an exceptional vista. The "August House" immerses guests in a yellow and taupe ambiance, showcasing Empire period furniture and a generous double bed measuring 1m80 (or two twin beds measuring 90 cm) topped with a silk canopy. The bathroom, following the same Empire style, is spacious and includes a toilet. Positioned to the northeast, this room offers a beautiful view of the river and the castle's roof. The "Elisa" room is adorned with gray toile de Jouy and furnished with Louis XV period furniture. It boasts a double bed measuring 1m80, which can be converted into two twin beds measuring 90 cm, all topped with a silk canopy. The large bathroom, featuring coordinated striped upholstery, offers a retro bathtub, a shower, and a separate toilet. Facing due east, this room provides a stunning sunrise view over the hills of the garrigue.