chateau
Chateau de Paon
About This Venue
Serious About Joie de Vivre
A luxury 16th-century French chateau lovingly restored and set within two acres of private Provençal parkland in the heart of the Camargue, just minutes from Arles, offering exclusive hire for weddings of up to 120 guests with 26 sleeping on-site.
Owned by Gideon & Zoe
About the History
16th century, expanded in 19th century · 16th-century chateau with 19th-century additions in classic Provençal style
The chateau's origins trace back to the 16th century. In the 19th century, it took on the form recognised today, with large wrought-iron gates opening into a driveway leading to an exquisitely restored chateau in classic Provence colours. The name Château de Paon was inspired by the graceful peacocks that once sought shade beneath the estate's ancient elm tree. Following a four-year restoration completed in 2022, the chateau now offers exquisite settings for ceremonies, receptions, and multi-day celebrations.
- • wrought-iron gates
- • tree-lined drive
- • soft Provençal-hued facade
- • turret bathroom
- • original stables (converted to L'Etable apartment)
- • ancient elm/oak tree
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 120 guests for a seated dinner.
Grand Paon
Indoor- air-conditioned ballroom
- timeless grandeur
Petit Paon
Indoor- flows into Turret Bar and East Terrace
Turret Bar
Indoor- trendy bar
- connects Petit Paon and East Terrace
Main Courtyard
Outdoor- picturesque fountain
French Garden / Ancient Elm Tree
Outdoor- centuries-old elm/oak tree
- rose garden
Tree-Lined Alley
Outdoor- tree-lined driveway
- al fresco dining beneath the Provençal sky
Accommodation
Le Château (Main Building)
chateauL'Etable Apartment
apartmentPricing & Packages
Starting price includes two days of exclusive château hire and one night's accommodation for up to 26 guests.
Minimum 1 nights
| Season | Months | Price |
|---|---|---|
| medium | April, May, October | €3,200 |
| high | June, July, August, September | €5,400 |
Packages
Starting Package
- Two days of exclusive château hire
- One night's accommodation for up to 26 guests
- Full exclusivity
What’s included
- Two days of exclusive château hire
- One night's accommodation for up to 26 guests
- Full exclusivity
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
Two hectares (approximately two acres) of private parkland including French garden, rose garden, orchard, wild meadow, three terraces, and tree-lined alley.
Getting There
By Air
- Nîmes Garons Airport (FNI) 20km / 20-25 minutes
- Marseille Provence Airport 70km / 55 minutes
By Train
- Avignon (Eurostar) 45km
Key Distances
- Arles 10 minutes
- Nîmes 20-25 minutes
Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France
In the heart of the Camargue countryside between Arles and Nîmes, an exceptional natural reserve on the edge of the Mediterranean sea.
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