MAISON BERARD, Hôtel – Restaurant – Spa

Set just outside the small hilltop village of La Cadière d'Azur, amid olive groves and vineyards, sits the Hostellerie Bérard, comprised of a cluster of quaint Provençal buildings – the Bastide des Saveurs, the Artists’ Pavilion, the 11th century monastery and the ramparts. Painted in colours of ochre yellow and pastel peach with quaint blue shutters, the buildings epitomise the real Provence.

The rooms embody the rustic spirit of Provence, with locally inspired palettes of earthy browns and olive greens, which complement the antique wooden furniture beautifully. Picture-perfect panoramic views of the Bandol vineyards and the village of La Cadière are simply the icing on the cake!

Above all, The Hostellerie Bérard & Spa is known for its world class gastronomy thanks to its own Michelin starred restaurant – the René & Jean François Bérard. In a sophisticated country-style dining room, with spectacular views across the Provençal landscape, the restaurant uses the inspiration of its surroundings to create truly unique and innovative flavour combinations.

If you like what you taste (and trust me, you’re going to love it) you can join in the hotel’s cookery class, hosted by the star-rated Chef René Bérard himself, and learn how to cook the dishes for yourself! And if that wasn’t enticing enough, meals at both hotel restaurants can be paired with quality French wines from the Bérard’s own wine cellar. With over 856 types and 10,000 bottles it’s a wine aficionado’s dream come true!

Another deliciously indulgent delight is of course the hotel’s AromaSpa. Inspired by the legendary ancient Roman baths, the setting is not only relaxing and rejuvenating, but also refined and sophisticated. It features everything from a steam bath to an ice fountain, spa shower, a pool and underwater massage jets. With its gorgeous flower-filled gardens and dreamy views, the Hostellerie Bérard provides the perfect Provençal escape from everyday life – one where you live in a breathtaking 19th century mansion and are served world class French cuisine every day!