Charols, France
Opened
2013
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
The Social ClubDrôme lavender château
Lavender fields and estate vineyards surround the sixteenth-century château, opening onto broad views of the Eyzahut cliffs.
What it’s good at
Notable
A sixteenth-century stone château and medieval square tower restored into countryside suites.
Notable
Thirty-one hectares with pétanque, estate cooking classes, and two outdoor swimming pools.
Notable
Lavender fields and vineyards producing estate cuvées across the Drôme Provençale hills.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Located deep in the Drôme countryside is a 16th-century château surrounded by woodlands and the omnipresent lavender.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a 31-hectare estate of lavender and vines, facing the cliffs of Eyzahut.
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The rooms
Suites inside the château preserve their grand historic scale. Bedrooms in the adjoining bastide have a simpler, more modern feel.
The infinity pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool looks across olive trees and rolling hills toward the distant mountain ridge.
The spa
Two treatment cabins host Cinq Mondes therapies, and an outdoor jacuzzi sits beside the sauna and hammam.
At the table
Michelin-starred Lavandin serves seasonal Drôme dishes under vaulted stone ceilings with an open fireplace, or on the panoramic terrace.
How it began
The estate began as a medieval dependency of the Order of Saint John, sitting abandoned for decades before a three-year restoration.
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Our shorthand
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.