
Choosing where to stay in Provence shapes your entire trip. The region’s charm lies in its slow rhythms, vineyard views, and the feeling that life here still follows the sun. While hotels offer convenience, a luxury villa rental in Provence transforms your holiday into something far more personal—immersive, private, and deeply connected to the essence of French countryside living.
At Only Provence, we’ve curated the largest collection of private villas across the region—from stone bastides in the Luberon to modern estates near Saint-Rémy and Gordes. Each one is handpicked by our expert team for its beauty, location, and authenticity. Here’s why travelers who book with Only Provence never look at hotels again.
Hotels give you a room. Villas give you a life.
In a hotel, your world is limited to a few square meters—one bed, one bathroom, and perhaps a small balcony. In an Only Provence villa, mornings unfold by your private pool with coffee and croissants from the village bakery. Afternoons drift between a shaded terrace and a lavender-scented garden. Evenings are for candlelit dinners under olive trees.
With spacious living areas, multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, and private outdoor spaces, a villa offers the freedom to create your own daily rhythm—something no hotel can match.

Luxury isn’t only about amenities—it’s about peace of mind.
At a hotel, you share walls, hallways, and pool decks. In a private villa, you share space only with those you choose. There’s no waiting for a table at breakfast or competing for lounge chairs. The property is entirely yours—from sunrise yoga on the terrace to stargazing by the pool at night.
Only Provence villas are selected for their privacy, often set on large estates surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, or lavender fields. You’ll experience Provence at its quietest and most authentic.
Hotels show you Provence from the outside. Villas let you live inside it.
Wake up to the sound of church bells echoing through nearby villages. Walk to the morning market in Bonnieux or Gordes, fill your basket with goat cheese, olives, and local wine, then come home to prepare a long lunch in your own kitchen.
Every detail—from the stone walls to the terracotta floors—connects you to the history and beauty of the region. You’re not visiting Provence; you’re becoming part of it.
A common misconception is that private villas lack service. The truth? With Only Provence’s concierge services, you gain more.
Our local team can arrange:
• Private chefs and in-villa cooking classes
• Chauffeured vineyard tours and wine tastings
• Market visits and picnics among lavender fields
• Yoga sessions, massages, or guided hikes
• Truffle hunting, art tours, and family activities
Every experience is tailored to your group’s preferences. It’s five-star service, without the crowd.
Luxury hotels in Provence often start around €800–€1,200 per night for a suite. Villas, when shared among friends or family, often cost less per person—while offering far more space and amenities.
With a villa, you’re paying for a private home with a pool, kitchen, gardens, and panoramic views. You can cook, entertain, and unwind as you wish. And unlike hotels, there are no surprise resort fees or restrictions.
In short: You’re getting a luxury experience that feels effortless, personal, and authentically Provençal.
Villas create connection. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday, planning a family reunion, or taking a group trip with friends, villas bring everyone together under one roof.
Instead of gathering in hotel lobbies, you gather around a pool. Instead of separate breakfasts, you share one long table. Every corner becomes part of your shared story.

Only Provence offers exclusive access to some of the most desirable corners of southern France, each with its own distinct charm and pace of life. In the Luberon, gentle hills unfold into endless rows of vineyards, dotted with perched villages like Gordes, Bonnieux, and Ménerbes. Days here move slowly—morning markets, café terraces shaded by plane trees, and long lunches that stretch into afternoon siestas. It’s the Provence of painters and poets, where every turn of the road reveals another postcard view.
Farther south, the Alpilles region feels more timeless and earthy. Ancient olive groves spread across limestone hills, leading to elegant stone villages such as Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Eygalières, and Maussane-les-Alpilles. The air carries the scent of lavender and thyme, and life revolves around the land—olive oil, wine, and the golden light that has inspired artists for generations.
Each of these areas offers a distinct version of Provençal living: one lush and secluded, the other steeped in tradition and refined beauty. Whether you’re seeking a quiet escape among the vineyards or a stylish base near art galleries and local bistros, our villa specialists know the nuances of every village and will help pair you with the perfect home to match your pace, passions, and sense of place.
Hotels are for passing through. Villas are for belonging.
When you stay in a luxury villa with Only Provence, you gain space, privacy, and freedom. You live the rhythms of Provence—not from a schedule, but from the heart of a home.
The scent of lavender. The laughter echoing around your pool. The golden light at sunset. That’s the Provence people dream about—and the one you’ll remember.
Explore our handpicked collection of luxury villas in Provence at onlyprovence.com. Your private slice of the French countryside is waiting.
Not necessarily. When split among several guests, a villa often costs less per person than a luxury hotel, while offering more space, privacy, and amenities.
Yes. Most villas include regular housekeeping, and Only Provence offers full concierge support for activities, chefs, transfers, and more.
Our team helps match you with the ideal property based on your group size, preferred location, and travel style—whether you want a quiet countryside retreat or a chic estate near village life.
Absolutely. Most villas are located near charming villages, and our team can help arrange car rentals, drivers, or guided tours for seamless travel.
We offer the region’s most carefully curated portfolio, verified by our local experts. Every villa meets our standards for authenticity, privacy, and comfort. Plus, our concierge team lives and works in Provence—so every recommendation comes from true local knowledge.

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Only Provence co-founder Lydia Dean writes about their experiences raising a family, building a business in Provence, and later combining the love of travel with giving back in "Jumping the Picket Fence”. In 2021, she published “Light Through the Cracks,” a continuation of her journey, much of which has been based in Provence. Both books are available Amazon, Amazon.uk, and Amazon.Fr.
