Small, chic hotel in the converted farmhouse building of Cassagne Castle
The Auberge de Cassagne consists of a converted family home, the Château de Cassagne (1850), plus it's outbuildings which have been transformed to provide luxurious accommodation close to the historic city of Avignon.
The style of the hotel is traditional Provencal with pretty floral fabrics and French country furniture.
The rooms and suites are within a U shaped building that encloses a tranquil courtyard. The courtyard and terrace are full of flowers and greenery, providing a peaceful and natural setting.
The hotel restaurant is internationally acclaimed thanks to it's Master Chef of France, Philippe Boucher. Undoubtedly it is expensive, but the experience of such heavenly flavour combinations is worth every penny.
The extensive grounds offer a heated swimming pool, spa (with treatments, hamman, sauna & fitness room) and pretty gardens.
Chef Philippe Boucher is reputed for his Provençal style cuisine and use of quality local products from the region. The restaurant has a cosy setting and in fine weather meals can be enjoyed on the terrace.
With a fine selection of wines you can be sure of a wonderful gourmet experience.
By car
From the A7 motorway:
Take the Avignon Nord (No.23) exit.
When arriving on the A7, take the Avignon Nord (No.23) exit, drive around the roundabout and follow signs to "IKEA" - "Golf du Grand Avignon" - "Morières les Avignon", the path is signposted to the Auberge (4 kilometers).
From the A9 motorway:
Take the Remoulins (No. 23) exit.
Follow signs to Avignon.
At the end of the Pont de l'Europe bridge, turn right towards the A7, then turn right towards "Centre Historique Barthelasse" and continue straight ahead. Take the tunnel towards "Carpentras-Le Pontet" and follow signs towards the A7.
At the roundabout leading to the A7 motorway, turn immediately right (before the access road to the motorway) towards "IKEA" - "Golf du Grand Avignon" - "Morières les Avignon".
The path is signposted to the Auberge (4 km).
From Avignon:
Take the N7 towards Carpentras-Le Pontet.
At the centre of Pontet: Turn right towards the town centre, and continue along Avenue François Lascour /D62 for 1 km.
Turn right: Allée de Cassagne for 500 meters
One child under 4 years stays free of charge in a child's cot/crib.
One older child or adult is charged EUR 20 per person per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds/children's cots permitted in a room is 1.
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