Price: From €19,000
Guests: 200
Description
Description
The Domaine de Valbonne offers you various options in order to adapt as best as possible to all your expectations... In total, you can receive up to 200 guests on the big day. Enough to experience a marriage worthy of your beautiful love story.
Olive trees, truffle oaks, vines and lavender will intertwine to offer you a wonderful spectacle.
Numerous reception possibilities are available to you:
The freshness of the forest with a breathtaking view of the lavender or the typical sheepfold will be the setting for your secular ceremony,
The swimming pool area and its lounge area will also charm you for your cocktail,
The courtyard of the estate lit with a guinguette garland, the green park under the thousand-year-old oaks or even in the heart of the olive trees...create a space that suits you for your dinner (a portable canvas is offered for the courtyard depending on the weather ),
La Grange, ideal for your dancing evening and partying until dawn.
Experience
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Overview of Domaine de Valbonne
Wedding Venue Type
Estate / Country House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
Sleeps No. of People
200
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Church within walking distance
Confetti permitted
Fireworks permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Open Flame Permitted
Water view
Outdoor Reception Space
Marquee permitted
Exclusive use
Bridal Changing Facilities
In-house wedding coordinator
On-site parking
Disabled access
Landscaped gardens
Ballroom
Wedding Catering
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
External catering permitted
No corkage charge for own alcohol
Bar
Pricing for Domaine de Valbonne
Pricing for Domaine de Valbonne
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Guest accommodation included
Reviews (4)
- SSixtine et Thomas22/10/2026A magnificent estate, a very disappointing human experience.A magnificent estate, a very disappointing human experience.We got married at Domaine de Valbonne on August 8, 2026. We had discovered this venue in 2024 and immediately fell in love with it: the setting is magnificent, the grounds are stunning, and the estate has a truly charming atmosphere. During our first visit, Estelle and Julien also impressed us with their warm welcome and professionalism. Coming from another region, we needed reassurance to organize a wedding remotely, and we quickly decided to trust them. During the two years of planning, everything went very smoothly. Estelle and Julien recommended excellent vendors thanks to their shared list on a Google Drive. Our concierge, Mélody, was also exceptional: always available, lovely, attentive, and very professional. We sincerely want to emphasize these positive aspects, as we were convinced for a long time that we had found the perfect venue for our wedding. Unfortunately, our experience took a completely different turn as the weekend approached, and especially after our wedding reception. In the days leading up to the wedding, we felt Julien was monitoring us quite closely. On the Monday before the wedding, he strongly advised us to hire someone to manage the bar, presenting this person as a student paid €25 an hour in cash. We initially planned to use their services for two hours, but Julien demanded via email that we keep them until the end of the evening, saying we had to "play along." He also asked us to identify in advance any guests who might drink too much. We fully understood the need to prevent any problems, but this approach made us uncomfortable even before the festivities began. When we arrived on Friday, the venue wasn't quite ready yet, as our concierge service had to spend time cleaning up after the previous event. We were also surprised that there wasn't a proper check-in inspection (which wasn't done with the concierge service either): we essentially just walked around the garden and received safety instructions. The atmosphere was quite good, and the owners assured us that we had thought of everything in terms of organization. On Friday evening, during our welcome dinner, Julien let his dog off-leash several times on the property (we love animals, so it didn't bother us) and came around several times, notably to check the noise level. We always tried to respect the rules and turned the music down when he asked us to. We were transparent about wanting a festive wedding: we're 27 years old, surrounded by many friends, especially from the rugby community, and we love to party. This doesn't mean we consider respecting the property or other guests secondary. The welcome reception ended at 2 a.m. Saturday went very well overall. It's important to keep in mind that Julien constantly monitors everything happening on the property with cameras. He walks around very regularly, which can be a bit intrusive at times (during preparations, for example). Nevertheless, he showed us some very thoughtful gestures, particularly after the ceremony, when he drove us in one of his vintage cars (which we paid for, of course) for a photo shoot. Upon our return, everything was ready, and the on-site organization, with walkie-talkies connecting everyone, was efficient. The cocktail hour went very well, and all our vendors did a remarkable job. Melody, the concierge, was incredibly kind and attentive to our family, friends, and us, the bride and groom. It was during dinner that the difference between our vision of the wedding and that of the owners became particularly apparent. Our guests sang, waved napkins, and climbed on chairs to celebrate with us. These were chairs we had rented ourselves specifically for our wedding, not furniture from the venue. Julien intervened very aggressively with several guests, including parents and young people, demanding they leave immediately. We understand that a venue has rules, but we found his reaction disproportionate given the relaxed atmosphere of our dinner. During the dance party, we also had to keep the French doors closed at Julien's request to limit the noise. We understand the need for noise control, but the ventilation proved clearly inadequate for 110 people on August 8th. The heat became almost unbearable, to the point that we had to go and get fans from the bedrooms. It's a shame that such a foreseeable problem couldn't have been addressed with proper ventilation. Regarding the night bar, we later discovered that the person presented as a student was actually the venue manager! We would also like to point out that Julien strongly criticized the lack of oversight exercised by his event manager at the wedding preceding ours. He explained that the manager would now be much stricter with us. We therefore felt we were bearing the brunt of this reprimand, becoming, in a way, "collateral damage" in this crackdown. We experienced several difficult situations with the event management team: comments about the amount of drinks (even though shots were drunk by the manager manning the bar), reluctance when we wanted to retrieve the reusable cups, champagne bottles, and water bottles we had purchased, and our own speaker, which had been "put away" by the owners who apparently didn't want the party to continue after the (excellent) DJ set. Furthermore, several guests told us that our deposit would be withheld and that the evening's events were being presented in a negative light. This situation created a particularly regrettable atmosphere of mistrust during what should have been a joyful occasion. A few incidents did occur during the night. A guest vomited in the toilet, and a toilet seat came loose. Thomas himself cleaned up the vomit after the party and repaired the toilet. We were held responsible for these two incidents on Monday morning, even though everything had been cleaned up (by us and the concierge). It was especially the following morning that the situation became very difficult. Julien approached our best man at 9:00 a.m. to express his dissatisfaction, and then we were heavily criticized. We felt that the two minor incidents from the night (which had been resolved) had been blown out of proportion, despite our efforts to clean up and put things back in order—reminding everyone that the venue is due back on Monday, not Sunday. It's a shame to criticize the newlyweds when they are still surrounded by their loved ones and trying to enjoy the last day of their wedding. Julien was particularly aggressive with my father, who was trying to explain that no time limit was specified in the contract and that the atmosphere had been very friendly. We also learned that Julien had allowed a service provider (several people), specifically the caterer who was coming again the next day, to sleep on the property on air mattresses, in a room that was included in our rental agreement. As tenants of the property, we had the right to be informed of any use of the spaces we had rented, especially since the property had set a maximum number of people allowed to sleep on the premises. The least they could have done was ask for our consent, or at least inform us. This lack of transparency demonstrates, once again, a lack of consideration for the bride and groom. On Sunday, a window was also damaged. We immediately informed Julien and confirmed that we were prepared to cover the cost, even though we were convinced the wind was responsible for the damage. We paid the required deposit. However, we were very upset by the subsequent complaints, particularly regarding damage attributed to us without any evidence being presented. Some cushion covers had been soiled by guests who had stood on them for photos, and we were willing to pay for the corresponding costs. But we felt that the requests for additional cleaning were piling up without any proof being shown. The property was thoroughly cleaned on Sunday by our family, Mélody (the concierge), and ourselves precisely to avoid any stress on Monday morning. It's therefore a shame to lie in order to get part of the deposit back. We paid the full amount requested (€1800/€6000) not because we were responsible for everything that was asked of us, but mainly because we didn't want to get into yet another conflict with the owners who consider themselves "lenient" with what was requested. The most hurtful moment was on a personal level: Julien dared to question my ability to instill good values in my students, drawing a parallel between my profession as a teacher and the behavior of my family and friends. This remark was completely inappropriate and deeply affected me. We were fine with discussing specific incidents, addressing damages, and finding solutions. However, personal judgments had no place in this exchange the day after our wedding. Well done, we managed to make the bride cry… We finally left the estate with immense disappointment. The vendors, for their part, came to thank us for our good humor, our kindness, and the politeness of our guests—qualities we also recognized in them (which isn't always the case with owners who like to criticize them). The contrast between this feedback and the owners' comments only reinforced our confusion. All the points raised, however, highlight what several locals, guesthouse owners, and vendors have been saying about the owners. Finally, we were particularly surprised to find that Estelle and Julien had blocked us on Instagram after our wedding. After two years of planning, we find this reaction both childish and revealing of their way of handling disagreements. We would have expected a minimum of maturity and professionalism from them, rather than such an undignified attitude. Our opinion is therefore quite mixed: the Domaine de Valbonne is undeniably magnificent, the planning can be excellent, and the recommended vendors were remarkable. But we believe it's essential for couples to know that the experience can vary greatly depending on the owners' mood. Julien emphasized that they carefully select their couples. We were honest from the start about our vision of a wedding (relaxed, authentic, and welcoming). Perhaps this vision no longer aligned with the owners' expectations. Julien even confirmed several times that he no longer wanted French couples because we were disrespectful compared to other nationalities: why invest in a venue in France? We feel that the venue now seems geared more towards an international clientele willing to pay top dollar without necessarily keeping the party going very late. But if the owners have very strict expectations regarding the atmosphere, the schedule, the noise level, and the behavior of the guests, these should be clearly stated from the outset so that everyone can make an informed decision. We don't regret choosing this venue for its beauty, and we will cherish wonderful memories of our ceremony, dinner, and vendors. However, we deeply regret how this experience ended. The most beautiful weekend of our lives deserved more communication, a more balanced approach, and greater understanding. We are posting this review not out of animosity, but because we wish we had known about this discrepancy before committing. A wedding is a unique event, planned for months with a significant investment, and the bride and groom deserve to enjoy their special day without fearing that their relationship with the venue owners will escalate into conflict for no good reason.We got married at Domaine de Valbonne on August 8, 2026. We had discovered this venue in 2024 and immediately fell in love with it: the setting is magnificent, the grounds are stunning, and the estate has a truly charming atmosphere. During our first visit, Estelle and Julien also impressed us with their warm welcome and professionalism. Coming from another region, we needed reassurance to organize a wedding remotely, and we quickly decided to trust them. During the two years of planning, everything went very smoothly. Estelle and Julien recommended excellent vendors thanks to their shared list on a Google Drive. Our concierge, Mélody, was also exceptional: always available, lovely, attentive, and very professional. We sincerely want to emphasize these positive aspects, as we were convinced for a long time that we had found the perfect venue for our wedding. Unfortunately, our experience took a completely different turn as the weekend approached, and especially after our wedding reception. In the days leading up to the wedding, we felt Julien was monitoring us quite closely. On the Monday before the wedding, he strongly advised us to hire someone to manage the bar, presenting this person as a student paid €25 an hour in cash. We initially planned to use their services for two hours, but Julien demanded via email that we keep them until the end of the evening, saying we had to "play along." He also asked us to identify in advance any guests who might drink too much. We fully understood the need to prevent any problems, but this approach made us uncomfortable even before the festivities began. When we arrived on Friday, the venue wasn't quite ready yet, as our concierge service had to spend time cleaning up after the previous event. We were also surprised that there wasn't a proper check-in inspection (which wasn't done with the concierge service either): we essentially just walked around the garden and received safety instructions. The atmosphere was quite good, and the owners assured us that we had thought of everything in terms of organization. On Friday evening, during our welcome dinner, Julien let his dog off-leash several times on the property (we love animals, so it didn't bother us) and came around several times, notably to check the noise level. We always tried to respect the rules and turned the music down when he asked us to. We were transparent about wanting a festive wedding: we're 27 years old, surrounded by many friends, especially from the rugby community, and we love to party. This doesn't mean we consider respecting the property or other guests secondary. The welcome reception ended at 2 a.m. Saturday went very well overall. It's important to keep in mind that Julien constantly monitors everything happening on the property with cameras. He walks around very regularly, which can be a bit intrusive at times (during preparations, for example). Nevertheless, he showed us some very thoughtful gestures, particularly after the ceremony, when he drove us in one of his vintage cars (which we paid for, of course) for a photo shoot. Upon our return, everything was ready, and the on-site organization, with walkie-talkies connecting everyone, was efficient. The cocktail hour went very well, and all our vendors did a remarkable job. Melody, the concierge, was incredibly kind and attentive to our family, friends, and us, the bride and groom. It was during dinner that the difference between our vision of the wedding and that of the owners became particularly apparent. Our guests sang, waved napkins, and climbed on chairs to celebrate with us. These were chairs we had rented ourselves specifically for our wedding, not furniture from the venue. Julien intervened very aggressively with several guests, including parents and young people, demanding they leave immediately. We understand that a venue has rules, but we found his reaction disproportionate given the relaxed atmosphere of our dinner. During the dance party, we also had to keep the French doors closed at Julien's request to limit the noise. We understand the need for noise control, but the ventilation proved clearly inadequate for 110 people on August 8th. The heat became almost unbearable, to the point that we had to go and get fans from the bedrooms. It's a shame that such a foreseeable problem couldn't have been addressed with proper ventilation. Regarding the night bar, we later discovered that the person presented as a student was actually the venue manager! We would also like to point out that Julien strongly criticized the lack of oversight exercised by his event manager at the wedding preceding ours. He explained that the manager would now be much stricter with us. We therefore felt we were bearing the brunt of this reprimand, becoming, in a way, "collateral damage" in this crackdown. We experienced several difficult situations with the event management team: comments about the amount of drinks (even though shots were drunk by the manager manning the bar), reluctance when we wanted to retrieve the reusable cups, champagne bottles, and water bottles we had purchased, and our own speaker, which had been "put away" by the owners who apparently didn't want the party to continue after the (excellent) DJ set. Furthermore, several guests told us that our deposit would be withheld and that the evening's events were being presented in a negative light. This situation created a particularly regrettable atmosphere of mistrust during what should have been a joyful occasion. A few incidents did occur during the night. A guest vomited in the toilet, and a toilet seat came loose. Thomas himself cleaned up the vomit after the party and repaired the toilet. We were held responsible for these two incidents on Monday morning, even though everything had been cleaned up (by us and the concierge). It was especially the following morning that the situation became very difficult. Julien approached our best man at 9:00 a.m. to express his dissatisfaction, and then we were heavily criticized. We felt that the two minor incidents from the night (which had been resolved) had been blown out of proportion, despite our efforts to clean up and put things back in order—reminding everyone that the venue is due back on Monday, not Sunday. It's a shame to criticize the newlyweds when they are still surrounded by their loved ones and trying to enjoy the last day of their wedding. Julien was particularly aggressive with my father, who was trying to explain that no time limit was specified in the contract and that the atmosphere had been very friendly. We also learned that Julien had allowed a service provider (several people), specifically the caterer who was coming again the next day, to sleep on the property on air mattresses, in a room that was included in our rental agreement. As tenants of the property, we had the right to be informed of any use of the spaces we had rented, especially since the property had set a maximum number of people allowed to sleep on the premises. The least they could have done was ask for our consent, or at least inform us. This lack of transparency demonstrates, once again, a lack of consideration for the bride and groom. On Sunday, a window was also damaged. We immediately informed Julien and confirmed that we were prepared to cover the cost, even though we were convinced the wind was responsible for the damage. We paid the required deposit. However, we were very upset by the subsequent complaints, particularly regarding damage attributed to us without any evidence being presented. Some cushion covers had been soiled by guests who had stood on them for photos, and we were willing to pay for the corresponding costs. But we felt that the requests for additional cleaning were piling up without any proof being shown. The property was thoroughly cleaned on Sunday by our family, Mélody (the concierge), and ourselves precisely to avoid any stress on Monday morning. It's therefore a shame to lie in order to get part of the deposit back. We paid the full amount requested (€1800/€6000) not because we were responsible for everything that was asked of us, but mainly because we didn't want to get into yet another conflict with the owners who consider themselves "lenient" with what was requested. The most hurtful moment was on a personal level: Julien dared to question my ability to instill good values in my students, drawing a parallel between my profession as a teacher and the behavior of my family and friends. This remark was completely inappropriate and deeply affected me. We were fine with discussing specific incidents, addressing damages, and finding solutions. However, personal judgments had no place in this exchange the day after our wedding. Well done, we managed to make the bride cry… We finally left the estate with immense disappointment. The vendors, for their part, came to thank us for our good humor, our kindness, and the politeness of our guests—qualities we also recognized in them (which isn't always the case with owners who like to criticize them). The contrast between this feedback and the owners' comments only reinforced our confusion. All the points raised, however, highlight what several locals, guesthouse owners, and vendors have been saying about the owners. Finally, we were particularly surprised to find that Estelle and Julien had blocked us on Instagram after our wedding. After two years of planning, we find this reaction both childish and revealing of their way of handling disagreements. We would have expected a minimum of maturity and professionalism from them, rather than such an undignified attitude. Our opinion is therefore quite mixed: the Domaine de Valbonne is undeniably magnificent, the planning can be excellent, and the recommended vendors were remarkable. But we believe it's essential for couples to know that the experience can vary greatly depending on the owners' mood. Julien emphasized that they carefully select their couples. We were honest from the start about our vision of a wedding (relaxed, authentic, and welcoming). Perhaps this vision no longer aligned with the owners' expectations. Julien even confirmed several times that he no longer wanted French couples because we were disrespectful compared to other nationalities: why invest in a venue in France? We feel that the venue now seems geared more towards an international clientele willing to pay top dollar without necessarily keeping the party going very late. But if the owners have very strict expectations regarding the atmosphere, the schedule, the noise level, and the behavior of the guests, these should be clearly stated from the outset so that everyone can make an informed decision. We don't regret choosing this venue for its beauty, and we will cherish wonderful memories of our ceremony, dinner, and vendors. However, we deeply regret how this experience ended. The most beautiful weekend of our lives deserved more communication, a more balanced approach, and greater understanding. We are posting this review not out of animosity, but because we wish we had known about this discrepancy before committing. A wedding is a unique event, planned for months with a significant investment, and the bride and groom deserve to enjoy their special day without fearing that their relationship with the venue owners will escalate into conflict for no good reason.
- Emmanuelle Guyomard28/01/2023organizing your wedding organizing your weddingA great place. Very friendly owners who make us feel at home. I highly recommend for the organization of your wedding. A magical place 🤩🤩🤩A great place. Very friendly owners who make us feel at home. I highly recommend for the organization of your wedding. A magical place 🤩🤩🤩
- Othmane Benzair28/01/2023We had the chance to celebrate our wedding We had the chance to celebrate our weddingExceptional - that is certainly the best way to describe Domaine de Valbonne. Surrounded by vineyards, lavender and olive fields, it offers the best of Provence with splendid views. We had the chance to celebrate our wedding in October, and to welcome our families and friends to this authentic, comfortable and historic 16th century venue. Exceptional - that is certainly the best way to describe Domaine de Valbonne. Surrounded by vineyards, lavender and olive fields, it offers the best of Provence with splendid views. We had the chance to celebrate our wedding in October, and to welcome our families and friends to this authentic, comfortable and historic 16th century venue.
- JJulia assouline28/01/2023Valbonne for an exceptional weddingValbonne for an exceptional weddingA magnificent estate with superb outdoor landscapes, a Provençal farmhouse and renovated gîtes with luxurious rooms, a space for dining with guinguette lights in the village square atmosphere, everything is planned at the Valbonne estate for an exceptional wedding. The guests were all enchanted by the place, even more so those who slept there (56 beds in total). The rooms are clean, tastefully decorated, the bedding is comfortable.A magnificent estate with superb outdoor landscapes, a Provençal farmhouse and renovated gîtes with luxurious rooms, a space for dining with guinguette lights in the village square atmosphere, everything is planned at the Valbonne estate for an exceptional wedding. The guests were all enchanted by the place, even more so those who slept there (56 beds in total). The rooms are clean, tastefully decorated, the bedding is comfortable.
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Où se situe le Domaine de Valbonne pour organiser un mariage ?
Domaine de Valbonne is located in Saint-Paulet-de-Caisson, in the Gard department of the Occitanie region. An idyllic setting to celebrate your wedding surrounded by the Provençal countryside.
Quelle est la capacité d’accueil maximale pour un mariage au Domaine de Valbonne ?
You can host up to 200 guests on your big day, allowing you to welcome family and friends in a warm and festive atmosphere.
Quels types de lieux de réception propose le Domaine de Valbonne ?
The Domaine offers several unique spaces for your events:
Le Domaine de Valbonne propose-t-il des options en cas de météo capricieuse ?
Yes, a portable canvas is provided for the courtyard of the estate to guarantee your comfort and the continuity of your reception despite the weather.
Quels éléments naturels entourent le Domaine de Valbonne ?
Olive trees, truffle oaks, vines and lavender intertwine to offer an exceptional and authentic setting, enhancing your wedding with Provençal touches.
Peut-on organiser une cérémonie laïque au Domaine de Valbonne ?
Absolutely. Several settings are available, including the forest with views of the lavender or the typical sheepfold, offering a natural and intimate atmosphere for your engagement.
Quels espaces sont adaptés pour le cocktail de mariage au Domaine de Valbonne ?
The pool area, complete with a lounge area, is ideal for a friendly cocktail party, where your guests can relax in an elegant and refined setting.
La soirée dansante est-elle possible sur place ?
Yes, the Grange du Domaine de Valbonne is specially designed for your dance party, allowing you and your guests to party until the early hours.
Le Domaine de Valbonne offre-t-il des prestations personnalisées pour les mariages ?
The Domaine offers various packages to perfectly suit your expectations, allowing you to create a unique wedding worthy of your beautiful love story.
