Starting from the Mediterranean coast, winding up the Rhône river valley, Provence is a region shaped by light and unhurried elegance. While it’s cities are full of important historic sites however Provence is rooted in the countryside: in the stone villages, the vineyards, the lavender fields swaying in warm air.
Afternoons in the shade following the perfect lunch; sophisticated, romantic and vaguely retro. As they often say, order anything à la provençale and you will be rewarded, proof that the French really do eat long and well, especially in the south.
For families with small children—especially babies or toddlers—this slower pace is not just ideal, it’s essential. This post gathers a few stays that embrace both the beauty of Provence and the natural rhythm of young family life: places where little ones are welcome, and where parents can exhale.
Airelles Gordes, La Bastide
https://airelles.com/en/destination/gordes-hotel
Perched like a dream atop the storied village of Gordes, La Bastide is less hotel, more sun-drenched reverie. Wrapped in 18th-century stone and the perfume of rosemary and roses, this is where Provençal grandeur meets the ease of countryside living—with just the right note of aristocratic charm.
For parents with young children, the charm lies not only in the setting but in the service. The staff, unflappably warm and endlessly discreet, make everything seamless—from baby cots placed under chandeliers to arranging child-friendly picnics in the garden. There’s even a kids’ club tucked discreetly behind ivy walls, so you can slip away to the spa by Guerlain guilt free
- Daily activity program, kid’s club private terrace with it’s own pool
- Family suites available with connecting rooms
- Spa treatments dedicated for kids are available
- Ideal for milestone celebrations, or simply celebrating the everyday
Crillon Le Brave
https://www.crillonlebrave.com/
Set against the raw, windswept face of Mont Ventoux and nestled into the sleepy folds of a hilltop village, Hotel Crillon Le Brave doesn’t shout. It doesn’t need to. An exquisitely restored cluster of 17th- and 18th-century buildings reimagined as the kind of hideaway where you feel like you’ve been let in on a secret.
Children are welcome here—not in the theme park sense, but in the we expect families to travel well sense. There are soft corners and wide terraces for tiny feet to explore, a gentle pool framed by cypress and stone, and baby amenities that are as considered as the wine list.
- Family suites with separate sleeping areas
- Baby gear available on request (cots, chairs, monitor service)
- Surrounding countryside perfect for quiet strolls with a carrier
- Private in-room dining for post-bedtime parents
Hotel Capelongue, Bonnieux
https://www.beaumier.com/en/properties/capelongue-hotel/
A luxury retreat from the Beaumier collection strikes that elusive balance between artful design and grounded, rural charm. Dining is both elevated and earthy. The bistro, La Bergerie, leans into flame-cooked, seasonal fare
Families with small children will find Capelongue surprisingly intuitive. The grounds are safely enclosed, with gentle walks and shaded spots for naps or nursing, and the pool—quiet, unfussy, perfect on long summer afternoons.
- Baby gear available on request (cot, high chair, bottle warmer)
- Ground-level rooms ideal for stroller-friendly stays
- On-site cooking workshops and garden walks
- Close to Bonnieux market + family-friendly lavender fields
Maison Mastrorelli
https://www.maisonmastrorelli.com/en
Tucked into a gentle corner of Provence, near the artistic hum of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Maison Mastrorelli feels more like staying at a (very stylish) friend’s countryside home than a traditional guest house. This is Provence in its most intimate form: rustic shutters thrown open to olive groves, terracotta tiles warm underfoot, and long breakfasts under a canopy of vines. Rooms are simple but soulfully done—neutral tones, natural textures, and little luxuries.
Each morning begins slowly—homemade yoghurt, fresh figs, local honey—and ends with golden light spilling across the courtyard. For parents looking to pause, this place offers more than rest. It offers resonance.
- The option to rent out rooms or the mansion (Guest house formula or Guest Room formula)
- Baby crib and highchair
- Range of supplementary extras
Terre blanche Hotel & Spa
https://www.terre-blanche.com/en/
A former private estate turned five-star sanctuary, it’s now a quiet kingdom of calm where barefoot children and barefoot luxury peacefully coexist. This is Provence with breathing room. The resort unfolds like a village: terracotta-roofed villas tucked between cypress trees, winding paths shaded by pine, and fountains murmuring at every turn.
The villas and suites are generously spaced—perfect for early bedtimes and nap schedules—with private terraces, blackout curtains, and bathtubs deep enough for a splashy end to the day. There’s a fully staffed kids’ club (for toddlers aged two and up), a children’s pool, and thoughtful touches everywhere
- Kids club and restaurant (2-12 years)
- Separate kids pool
- Family activities (Equipment hire, workshops, tours)
Thank you for being here, wherever summer takes you, may it be slow, sunlit, and softly held.
The Silvan way 
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