Château de Montcaud

Château de Montcaud was first established in 1848 as a private residence of a silk manufacturer. It was converted into a hotel in the nineteen-nineties, granting the public access to this magical property in Provence, South of France. After a second renovation, the chateau hotel reopened in 2018, and today houses a five-star boutique hotel, Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant Le Cèdre de Montcaud as well as casual Bistro de Montcaud. Two meeting-rooms, a heated pool, a tennis court and two boules pistes add to the offer of this true oasis of tranquility.

History

A Chateau in Provence

Château de Montcaud is a cheerful estate built by silk trader Alexandre

Eugène Collain in 1848. After his death, his son Florentin became the sole heir,

upholding his father’s humanist ideals. He had a passion for horses and music, employed his own orchestra, and held countless concerts at the chateau. As a mayor of the town of Sabran, Florentin Collain established himself as a patron of the local schools as well as culture and music. The founding family's deep love for art, nature and people is reflected not only in the history of the chateau, but also the actual buildings, and especially the five-hectare park.

After several ownership changes and years of neglect, the chateau was transformed into a hotel in 1992. In 2016, it was acquired by today's Swiss owning family, who has revived its original spirit and created a unique hotel experience. Today, the château's history is palpable in many hotel features, where modern comfort is blended with sleek elegance and exceptional service, and guests’ well-being is placed before all.

From Past to Present

Timeline

1848

Alexandre Eugène Collain, who amassed a great deal of wealth as a silk merchant, purchases the Montcaud

estate with 100 hectares of farmland.

1848 - 1892

He designs the chateau and its outbuildings and begins construction of both the buildings and the

surrounding park.

1875

Collain holds a large reception to celebrate the opening of Château de Montcaud.

1898

Alexandre Eugène Collain dies. The estate is passed on to Collain’s only son, Florentin.

1892 - 1934

Florentin Collain is elected mayor of Sabran and holds this office for 38 years.

A stroll through nature

Gardens and park

Château de Montcaud is surrounded by five hectares (12 acres) of gardens and park lands.

When the chateau was built in the mid 19th century,

the dreamy, romantic garden was a playful, light-hearted answer to the strict, geometric designs of the current period.

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Where Luxury Meets Comfort

The Luxury
of Simplicity

An oasis of understated luxury, Chateau de Montcaud offers an affordable yet

elegant retreat for the discerning traveler. Our open-minded approach ensures

that everyone feels welcome, providing a modern vision of luxury reminiscent

of a small Provençal village.

At Chateau de Montcaud, we pride ourselves on personalized service that is

attentive yet unpretentious. Our independent, family-owned hotel embodies

the charm and intimacy of a small village, where every guest is treated with

care and respect. Experience the true essence of luxury where time itself

becomes a cherished amenity.