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It is in 1982 that the adventure begins with the creation of the first 4 rooms and tables d'hôtes located on the ground floor of the family house (built in 1971) and the realization of the first swimming pool. Breakfasts were served on the terrace in front of the hotel's current reception and meals were served on certain evenings.

1982
1984
The first rentals

The first rentals

The adventure continued in 1984 when the construction of the first gîtes and the second swimming pool began. Gîtes which were initially built on the ruins of a family home. Ruins because indeed, this very old village building could hardly stand upright. The first rentals are called "L'Oustau de Jeannette" (N°11), "L'Oustau de Enrique" (N°10), "Les Papillons" (N°6), "Lou Recantoun" (N°7), La Voûte (N°9) & "La Capitelle" (N°8).

Another part is built in a second time, that of the building "des herbes" which is located in front of the swimming pool reserved for adults today. And which will include 3 gîtes, "La Pergola" (N°5), "Les Romarins" (N°4) & "Les Lavandes" (N°3).

The rentals... more

The rentals... more

In the winter of 1989, the second floor of the "Herbs" building was built. With 3 new gîtes "Les Genêts" (N°14), "Les Saladelles" (N°12) & "La Marjolaine" (N°13).
The photo above shows the swimming pool which was the one dedicated to rentals in 1989 and accessible to everyone! It is now the adults-only pool.

Winter 1989
1989
First purchase

First purchase

It was also in 1989 that the first acquisition will be made to expand the estate. It was the neighbours' house which will remain as it was over the years and will be able to accommodate large families, up to 10 people. We will call it "L'Oustau de Sylvia" from the name of the former owner. A really beautiful old-style village house made of exposed stones. Above all, this house benefited from a large garden which was the perfect link between our house and the gîtes part. And which allowed the following year to build the large swimming pool + the garage.

Second purchase

Second purchase

The idea of making hotel rooms in addition to the gîtes had gained ground. In order to realise this idea, a second acquisition was made with the purchase of a house adjoining the gîtes in 1989. This allowed the different parts to fit together perfectly. The hotel adventure was about to begin...
The photo above was taken after the first rooms were created in 1992.

1990
Winter 1990/1991
Main swimming pool and garage

Main swimming pool and garage

In 1991, there were 12 gîtes + 4 chambres d'hôtes. A total of 16 accommodations. The swimming pool at the entrance to the hotel and the one in front of the gîtes were not sufficient. It was therefore decided to build the large swimming pool, its paddling pool, the beaches as well as the large garage located under the pools. A titanic undertaking! This project will eventually allow us to "connect" the part of our house with the part of the gîtes.
(the photo above shows the large swimming pool shortly after its construction)

The beginnings of the hotel and restaurant

The beginnings of the hotel and restaurant

It was during the period 1991/1992 that the first 7 rooms of the hotel were built. We will name them "Pink", "Paprika", "Blue" (pictured above), "Lavender", "Mimosa", "Honey" & "Almond". Each one being decorated and personalized in connection with its name. These were our first accommodations without kitchenette and classified by the Prefecture as 3 stars.

The restaurant will be inaugurated in May 1992 and will finally welcome its first customers. For your information, the restaurant has always been open to outside customers and had its heyday with many local figures (politicians and others) who came to discover our cuisine.

Winter & Spring 1992
Winter 2001
First renovations

First renovations

In 2001, the large rental "L'Oustau de Enrique" (N°10) which was a large holiday home accommodating up to 8 people was completely renovated during the winter of 2001. We decided to make it into 2 rooms called "Prestige". The downstairs room, which was a kitchen, was transformed into the Prestige Room "L'Olivier". The upstairs room which was a kitchen was transformed into the Prestige Room "L'Olivier". The upstairs room which had 2 bedrooms became the Prestige Room "Enrique".

Conversion of 2 apartments

Conversion of 2 apartments

It was during the winter of 2003 that apartments N°3 "Les Lavandes" & N°4 "Les Romarins" were transformed into 2 top-of-the-range rooms, namely "Orchidée" & "Romantica". 2 very beautiful twin rooms located in front of the adult pool (photo of the "Orchid" room above).

Winter 2003
Winter 2005
Transformation of "L'Oustau de Jeannette"

Transformation of "L'Oustau de Jeannette"

Our biggest accommodation! It was built in 1984 as shown in this history. In the winter of 2005, we decided to renovate it completely. It needed it. This renovation was very long and quite epic: The Italian brand lights could not be found in France and could not be shipped. Father and & Brother decided to leave near Venice to get them back. An epic journey in one go with a mattress to sleep in the commercial vehicle. Its renovation required long months of work as it is a very large, very old and underground dwelling. It is of course ideal for large families.
Transformation of "L'Oustau de Sylvia"

Transformation of "L'Oustau de Sylvia"

It was, during the winter of 2006, the first very big transformation in our history. This large village house, bought in 1989, was completely renovated. The first floor, which included a bedroom, a living room and a kitchen, gave way to the new bedrooms "Lilas" and "Amarilys". The 2 bedrooms on the second floor were completely renovated. It is now the Suite "Sylvia" (photo above).

This old house, even completely renovated, still keeps the possibility to be reserved in its entirety thanks to a staircase. Very practical for large families.

Winter 2006
Historique 1

Renovation of "Tournesol"

The "Tournesol" room is one of those accommodations that have known several lives! It was initially a gîte called "Les Papillons" built in 1984.
It was in 1994 that this gîte was transformed and renovated into a hotel room and became "Tournesol". A room which, with such a name, was very colourful with many references to the famous flower (photo above).
In 2007, the room was renovated again, more modern and cubic. The sunflowers have disappeared, but the room has retained the same name.

Historique 2

Transformation of "La Pergola"

This large dwelling is also one of the first gîtes built in 1984 (the "N°5" - photo above) on the first floor of the "herbs" building. In 2008 it was completely renovated to become the present Suite/Apartment "La Pergola". A very appreciated accommodation for its calm, its space and its beautiful shaded terrace.
Historique 3

Renovation of "La Voûte"

The Room "La Voûte" is one of those dwellings that have known many lives! It was initially a small studio called " N°9 " built in 1984 with the very first gîtes. In 1994 this accommodation was then transformed and renovated into a hotel room and became "La Voûte" (photo above). It is in 2009 that the room underwent a new renovation, more modern and brighter.
Historique 4

Renovation of "La Capitelle"

The "La Capitelle" room is also one of those dwellings that have known many lives! It was initially a small studio named N°8 built in 1984 with the very first gîtes. In 1994, this accommodation was then transformed and renovated into a hotel room and became "La Capitelle" (photo above). In 2010, the room underwent a new renovation and especially an extension which now allows it to benefit from more space and a very nice bathroom. This room is one of the most popular rooms in the hotel.
Historique 5

Renovation of the reception area

The hotel reception was built on what used to be the old kitchen of our house. Before its renovation in the winter of 2013, it was more than tiny! It was only used for the reception of guests and for the cash desk. The work was done in the family office. Its renovation allowed us to finally be able to work there in a little more space and luminosity.
Historique 6

Renovation of the restaurant

The restaurant was built in 1992 as indicated at the top of the page. Until its renovation in 2017, it never evolved much. Older people sometimes regret its Provencal decoration of the time. But it really needed a good refreshment. It has been done and we are very happy about it. Photo above from 2002.
Renovation of 2 bathrooms

Renovation of 2 bathrooms

It is during this winter 2020 that we started the renovation of 2 bathrooms among the older rooms. Namely "Rose" (pictured above) & "Mimosa". We hoped to be able to advance more in our work but the current health crisis, putting everything to a standstill, decided otherwise.
Winter 2020
Hiver 2021/2022
L'histoire continue

L'histoire continue

La pandémie a laissé beaucoup de traces avec plusieurs mois de fermeture et un grand drame personnel. Nous avons pourtant décidé de continuer l'aventure et l'hiver 2021/2022 a vu de nouveaux projets se réaliser. Les plus importants depuis 1992. La Suite "Amande" a été entièrement rénovée ainsi que 3 de nos 4 piscines + la pose de 2 pergolas bioclimatiques sur la terrasse du restaurant.
Rénovation de "Lavande"

Rénovation de "Lavande"

Cet hiver 2022/2023 a aussi connu d'importants travaux. Tout d'abord la piscine à l'entrée de l'hôtel a elle aussi eu droit à sa rénovation. Elle en avait bien besoin après 40 ans d'activité. Côté chambre, c'est la triple "Lavande" qui a eu droit à une rénovation totale. Elle est maintenant totalement adaptée aux PMR. Les photos seront bientôt en ligne.
Hiver 2022/2023
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