LE CLAIR DE LA PLUME

Charming village B&B in a historic hillside setting

SET IN THE HEART OF hilltop Grignan, in the heart of lavender and truffle country, Le Clair de la Plume is just the kind of place you hope to stumble on in the village backwaters of France. This little provençal gem has the prettiest setting as well as a tearoom serving fresh patisserie and savouries.

Choose a spot among the roses in the sheltered, leafy gardens to nibble on delectable pastries and quiches, taste locally-made icecreams or sip an assortment of teas and infusions. There’s even a little shop where you can snap up hand-made biscuits, local soaps, lavender and bath bubbles to take home.

Le Clair de la Plume's whimsically named rooms (Théo, Manon, Ecritoire) are decorated with a mix of antique and modern pieces, period oil paintings and rich fabrics. All are different. Don’t expect in-room internet and dozens of TV channels  here – these quarters are are designed for bedtime and tranquillity. We loved the bigger "Plume" class rooms, with their pleasing colours and outlooks.

Truffle stores and vineyards

This small privately-run B&B in historic Grignan – built by the step son of the Marquise de Sévigné to house monks, and later a truffle store –  snuggles at the foot of the imposing Château de Grignan, which dates back to the 12th century Surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and truffle groves, the village hosts a yearly festival as well as numerous concerts and night markets.

Breakfast at le Clair de la Plume is served outside, or in the vaulted kitchens, and there are ten restaurants within walking distance – so take your pick at night. Friendly staff with plenty of local knowledge will be happy to advise.


Le Clair de la Plume was reviewed by Room for Romance

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RELAXATION PACKAGE AT CLAIR DE LA PLUME                                                   

Relax and recharge at Clair de la Plume.

Stay at Clair de la Plume in pretty Grignon where two people can indulge in a beauty or reflexology treatment at Grignon Beauty Institute, as well as relaxing with a scented candle, massage oil and essential oil bubble bath in a double room. The price includes either a lunch or dinner at le Poème restaurant. Prices start from EUR 360.

*Quote "Relaxation package" in the message box of our Booking Inquiry form

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Dining in
Delicious patisserie, icecreams and savouries are on offer in the downstairs tearoom.

Breakfast
Buffet breakfast is served until 10.30am

Room service
Yes, breakfast only




See & Do
This is a lovely part of Provence. Visit Grignan castle for your culture fix, the typographic museum for interest, and a local vineyard or olive mill because you really want to. Horse riding is also big in the area.

Spa
Book a Californian massage with organic essential oils in your room or in town.

Diary Dates
January
Come for the truffle market and olive picking at Nyons.

November
Jazz concerts in the castle will liven up the coolest autumnal nights.

GETTING THERE

Location
Place du Mail, 26230 Grignan

Parking
There is free guest parking

Trains
Montelimar station – 20 minutes by car

Taxis
EUR 50 from Montelimar station

Airport
Avignon – one and a half hours, or Nîmes

ESSENTIAL INFO

Rates guide
EUR 98 - 170

Open/closed
Open all year

Check-in
3pm

Check-out
12 noon

Minimum night stay?
No

Children
No restrictions

Pets
Welcome for an extra EUR 7 per night

Air conditioning
Yes – all rooms

Wedding license?
Yes – for up to 40 guests