What is(are) your name(s)?
Carine Bertrand
For how long have you been running a B&B?
Three years
Please share something about the history of your present bed and breakfast.
This is a family house of my husband Serge. After a long period (more than 40 years) of abandon, we started to restore it in 2004.... it was a hard job but so motivating.
What are the unique characteristics of your B&B?
This is a unique building in a lovely and typical Provencal village. Within 20/30km from Avignon, Arles, Pont du Gard, Saint Remy de Provence, Nīmes.
Based on your guests' opinions, what feature of your B&B has made their stay special?
Our guests are impressed with the charm of the house.
Please describe in short your bed and breakfast and its general services and amenities.
On the first floor there is a patio for breakfast, dinning room and kitchen, On the second floor overlooking the patio the "chambre ocre" and on the second floor but in the tower a second room called "chambre bleue".
How many rooms are offered at your B&B and what is its maximum capacity?
One double room and one triple room. In both rooms we can add a baby cot.
What kinds of rooms do you offer?
Chambre Ocre has a 1 double bed (1m40) and one single bed ovelooking the patio with private bathroom. Chambre Bleuer has a 1 large double bed (1m60) with private bathroom. Both with a touch of Provence.
Please describe the in-room facilities for each type of room in your B&B.
Heating in both rooms, ventilator, tea and coffee making on demand ironing on demand (free of course!).
What do the room rates include?
A double room is 45,- and a triple room is 50,- kot bed is free. Breakfast is 4,- per person (free for children under 4). Wi-Fi internet.
What may guests expect from a typical breakfast at your property?
Croissant, baguette, jam, honey, butter, orange juice, coffee, tea, milk, chocolate.
When and where is breakfast served?
In the patio, if the weather permits, otherwise in the dinning/kitchen room. Flexible hours.
Do you serve other meals?
No.
Are there cooking facilities, which guests may use?
No.
Is your bed and breakfast suitable for children?
Maximum 2 children.
Do you accept pets?
On demand only.
What is your smoking policy?
Smoking only in the patio if other guests agree.
Is there a parking facility on premises or nearby?
No. Public parking very close on the place de la Mairie (video control).
Is your B&B suitable for disabled guests?
No.
What safety precautions are provided at your B&B?
Smoke and fire alarms.
What is your check-in/check-out policy?
No strict policy.
Are there a minimum number of nights for staying at your B&B?
No.
How can guests check availability and make a reservation?
By phone or e-mail. No deposit required.
What is you cancellation policy?
None.
What types of payment do you accept?
Cash and French checks.
Please tell us what things guests might enjoy visiting, seeing, doing, etc. in your area.
The right place to be if you want to visit and discover the main spots in Provence: Avignon, Arles, Pont du Gard, Nimes, Saint Remy de Provence, the Camargue.
Where is your B&B located and how it may be reached?
Vallabrčgues is situated 20 km south of Avignon on the bank of the river Rhōne. In Avignon: TGV station to Paris and Roissy Airport. 1 hour drive from Marseille or Montpellier airport, 30 min from Nīmes low cost airport.
What would you say to people who have never stayed in a bed and breakfast?
We consider our guests as friends coming to visit us, but we want also to respect their privacy. If they want to share a moment with us, they are welcome but if they prefer to stay on their own we also respect that. They should feel free.