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The charm of a guest house.

Most people start thinking about their next holiday in Provence shortly after returning from their last, and often begin the search for a new destination on the internet. Whilst searching, one will undoubtedly encounter the phenomenon, the “chambre d’hôtes”. Literally translated, it means room (chambre) for a guests (hôtes). It began in France when the government permitted house owners to rent out some rooms to generate extra income. These guest houses became more and more luxurious with the enormous increase in tourism. As a result, new regulations were created and today a chambres d’hôtes can provide a maximum of 5 rooms, otherwise the owner falls under the legislation for hotels.

You will nearly always find a swimming pool to share with the other guests, a room with en-suite bathroom and you will eat a hearty breakfast. Unfortunately it is forbidden to provide guests with other meals. However chambre d’hôtes owners have found a ingenious manner to by-pass this rule by simply inviting their guests to share their evening meal. This is called a “Table d’hôtes” where the guests sit at a large table and eat what is on the menu that day. The normally comprises of a first and main course with wine to drink, followed by a dessert and coffee or tea to finish. and a coffee.  During the day you can either explore the pleasant surroundings or just stay at the chambre d’hôtes, with a good book, perhaps lounging by the pool.

Your host will always be happy to provide you with information about the locality and answer your eventual questions. A tip from your author: moving from one chambre d’hôtes to another is a delightful way to discover Provence.

Provence Accueil's main aim is to help you  to find a guest house where you can be sure the host will give you all the attention that you will possibly need. Each host is ready to offer advice on a multitude of subjects, most of them are multilingual and we work only with guest houses whose level of quality and comfort will de sure to make your stay a success.

We want to provide you with enough  information about the Vaucluse to enable you to find your Provence. We recommend quality restaurants, special wine domains and people who can guide you correctly and offer you all kind of activities for your personal recreation and indulgence.

Upon arrival at any of the guest houses represented on this website you will receive this Carte d'Amis,  this being a fidelity card which enables you to benefit from exceptional discounts and advantages on a range of local services and activities. More information about this card can be found on the dedicate page, Carte d’Amis/ Friendship card.

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