Villa Josephine is located in the middle of the Var region of Provence on the outskirts of the market town of Lorgues.
Villa Josephine B&B
Stylish & romantic country guest-house in Provence
It is a beautifully decorated (and excellently priced) guest house with five bedrooms that offers evening meals and cookery courses.
The bedrooms are romantically designed, with satellite TV, internet and privates terraces. Outside there is an elegant swimming pool where you can relax and enjoy a glass of wine or a house cocktail.
Some of Provence's prettiest hilltop villages are just a short drive away, or if you prefer, you can borrow mountain bikes to explore the area.
The neighbourhood
In the village of Lorgues, is situated with the famous "Côtes-de-Provence" wine making area between the gulf of Saint Tropez and the Grand Canyon du Verdon. It is just 22 minutes from the beautiful village of Tourtour (village in the sky) and approximately an hour from both St Tropez and Cannes.
The pool
The heated swimming pool is just off the terrace and is surrounded by sandy pebbles and the green luscious garden. There are wicker deck chairs with parasols where you can relax an unwind under the Provençal sun.
The Bar
There is no bar as such but you can enjoy cocktails, wine and champagne by the pool during their cocktail hours.
The Restaurant
Villa Josephine offers dinner by reservation only.
Directions
By Air:
Marsaille Airport is a 1hr 20 minute journey from the hotel. Alternatively Nice is 1hr and 10 minutes.
By Car:
From Lyon, Marseille, Aix, (A8) et Toulon (A57), take the exit for Le Luc, Le Cannet des Maures, following signs to Le Thoronet, Lorgues, Les Salettes. Once approaching Lorgues follow signs to Salernes, then Saint Antonin (RD 50). After 2 km from Lorgues cross the small hamlet "Salettes" and after 900m turn right, direction "Salettes 2 - Sainte Foi". The hotel is just there on the right hand side.
By Train:
The closest TGV station is in Nice, approximately 1hr and 15 minutes away.
Child policy
The hotel has not restrictions on children staying.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Provence
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Nyonsoleiado Waterpark, Nyons
Waterpark situated in the heart of Nyons
Waterpark complex that contains a lagoon, 25m pool, whirlpool basin, waterslides for children and adults, cascades of water, rivers, paddling pools and much more.
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Aqualand Waterpark, Frejus
19 super water slides on one site, with toboggans & the black hole
With numerous slides, including the King Cobra - unique is western Europe - this is the largest waterpark on the Cote d'Azur! Inludes a rest area, show area, clockroom, fast food, grill and pizzeria, ice creams, drinks, and shop.
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Domaine Le Sagittaire Waterpark, Nyons
Aquatic leisure park within a 5star campsite close to Nyons
In the depths of the Drôme countryside in the French Provence, this 5 Star Residential Campsite comes complete with an entirely heated Aquatic Complex, which is open to the public.
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Aqualand Waterpark, Sainte Maxime
A really family orientated waterpark with slides & a flying boat
This is probably the most family orientated waterpark on the Cote d'Azur. With several friendly slides, a fun pool, food and drinks, ice creams, and shopping all at hand.
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Wave Island Waterpark, Monteux
The largest waterpark in France not far from Avignon
This huge waterpark covers an area of 4.7 hectares and includes a surf simulator, waterslides and a river feature called river land.
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Aqualand Waterpark, St Cyr Sur Mer
11 super water slides, rapids & a flying boat, great for the family
Aqualand in St Cyr Sur Mer offer you 11 wicked slides in a great park environment with drinks, food, and shops for you to enjoy.
Restaurants nearby
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L'Atelier de Jean-Luc Rabanel Restaurant
One of the finest restaurants in Arles with two Michelin stars
This wonderful contemporary-styled restaurant features dishes that you may never have suspected to have existed.
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Les Chenes Verts Restaurant, Tourtour
Ideal for truffle lovers who are looking for a gourmet experience
This Michelin starred restaurant is situated on the outskirts of Tourtour and specialise in truffle dishes.
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Cote Sud Restaurant, Uchaux
Delicious food and wine at reasonable prices in a charming setting
The Cote Sud has a charming sophisticated interior and includes a lovely terrace where you can enjoy your food when the weather is warm enough.
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La Vache a Carreaux Restaurant
Small friendly restaurant with a great selection wines & cheese dishes
This small restaurant is on the Rue Peyrollerie, a winding alley just off the Place St Pierre. It is a great option for vegetarians, offering a wide variety of cheese dishes and salads but there are also fish dishes available.
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L'Autruche Restaurant
Great value, good quality fresh food with plenty of variety from day to day
Small restaurant where you will never eat the same thing twice. Their menu is solely based on what good fresh ingredients the local market has to offer in the mornings.
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L'Epice & Love Restaurant
Charming homely restaurant serving delicious dishes at fantastic prices
This is a popular place with both locals and travellers. It has a small cosy interior so if you want to dine there, best to get there earlier rather than later.
Nightlife nearby
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Mistral Nighclub
Trendy club in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, international DJ's & acts
The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.
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Le Longchamp Bar & Brasserie, Isle sur la Sorgue
Popular riverside spot for a drink and a bite to eat
This place is a bar, restaurant and tabac all rolled into one, on the side of the river in the centre of Isle de la Sorgue.
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Ajmi Jazz Club
One of France's top Jazz venues playing live music in the heart if the city
The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.
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Le Scat Nightclub
Jazz club in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, live music & a great atmosphere
The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.
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Le Cardeur Bacchus Bar
A bar & restaurant in the centre of Aix
This small bar has a nice seating area outside next to one of Aix's many fountains and it catches the sun late into the evening.
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Bokao's Nighclub
For dance, electro and retro sounds and a non-stop party atmosphere
With a varied musical line-up, Bokao's combines good fun and great music.
Sights nearby
Sights in Provence
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Chateau Entrecasteaux, Entrecasteaux
Imposing restored castle in the tiny village of Entrecasteaux
The 17th century castle was first restored by Scottish artist Ian McGarvie-Munn in the 1970's. It's current owner, Alain Gayral has redecorated the castle with genuine antique furniture, paintings and tapestries.
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Abbaye du Thoronet
Magical Cistercian abbey situated in glorious countryside
One of the famous Cistercian abbeys, the Abbaye du Thoronet was built in the late 12th century. This is a magical place, set in beautiful countryside of the Var. The abbey is wonderfully tranquil, surrounded as it is by woods and small streams.
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Les Grottes de Villecroze, Villecroze
Network of caves with an interesting historical & geologic story
These caves were formed some 700,000 years at the end of the last ice age. They are the the result of a slow calcification of plants and mosses in a huge waterfall that covered the whole of the current cliff.
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Musee de Faykod (De Faykod Museum), Aups
An outdoor exhibition of sculptures in a natural setting
Some 50 white marble sculptures by Maria de Faykod, renowned sculptor with numerous existing works. She had the original idea to open a garden which exhibit some of her work to the public.
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Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Graces, Cotignac
A small hilltop chapel & sanctuary on the outskirts of Cotignac
This chapel was originally built after a local woodsman saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary in the clouds above the site in 1519. The first stone for the building was laid a month after the vision.
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Troglodyte Caves & Rocks, Cotignac
Majestic rock that towers over the town of Cotignac
Towering an incredible 80 metres above ground this rock face is home to numerous crevices and cave dwellings.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Provence
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Lorgues
Traditional market town in the south of the Provence region
Lorgues is a typical Provençal market town with a medieval centre which is surrounded by beautiful countryside of pine and oak forests, olive groves and vineyards.
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Villecroze
Home of the rather wonderful Grottes Troglodytes
Villecroze is an attractive village in the foothills of the Alps, to the north of Brignoles in the beautiful and lush region of the Var.
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Tourtour
Charming rural village packed with art galleries
Located in the hills of the Var, Tourtour is a wonderful Provençal town which has been noted as one of the 'most beautiful villages in France'. It has great views of the surrounding countryside - lush green wooded hills as far as the eye can see.
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Salernes
Small village famous for its pottery and ceramics
Salernes has a wonderful position in a fertile valley, where the hills are covered with pine trees, leafy oaks and olive groves.
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Cotignac
Pretty rural village with fabulous Troglodyte caves
A medieval town with cliff top ruined towers and glorious rolling green hills covered in vineyards in the surrounding area, Cotignac is a delightful place for mooching.
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Châteaudouble
Tiny village deep in the rugged and hilly Var area
Châteaudouble is a pretty village with a history that dates back to the 12th century. It sits high in the hills above Draguigan in the Var, and is surrounded by beautiful woodland.



































