La Maison du Frene
1 Place du Frene
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Why people book this hotel
“Friendly hosts”
“The host was very helpful and responded very quickly to all requests”
“Spacious rooms with funky decoration”
“The staff is lovely, the rooms are palatial, and the hotel overlooks an old magi…”
“Good breakfast”
“The breakfast was deliciously prepared for us every morning”
“Excellent location, next to the old town”
“Restaurants and shops galore, all at walking distance”
“The apartment was a very good size for the price and well fitted out”
“Very large room (=mini-suite) for a very moderate price”
“Our room was spacious, immaculately clean and incredibly comfortable, with lovel…”
Overview
Located in the heart of Vence, La Maison du Frene is an 18th-century Provencal house featuring 20th-century design, right by the famous ash tree painted by Chaim Soutine and faces Villeneuve Castle. It offers free Wi-Fi and views of Vence. All of the suites at La Maison du Frene have a unique decoration. With a minibar, each suite features a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station. The private bathroom is fitted with a rain shower and a hairdryer. A homemade, continental breakfast is served daily in the dining room. Bars, restaurants and shops can be found near the property. Antibes is 20 km away and La Chapelle Matisse is a 10-minute walk away. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is 4 km away, Monaco is 44.6 km away and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is a 22-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
Constantinos
couple
May 31, 2026
“A very good option for visiting Vence”
Excellent location, next to the old town. Spacious rooms with funky decoration. Quiet location. Good breakfast. Friendly hosts.
Paul
couple
May 17, 2026
The apartment was a very good size for the price and well fitted out. It was conveniently located for the old town centre and car parking. The host was very helpful and responded very quickly to all requests.
Alexander Kist
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
Excellent hidden gem in the middle of it all. Restaurants and shops galore, all at walking distance. Very large room (=mini-suite) for a very moderate price.
cathya
couple
May 9, 2026
“We had a lovely stay, thanks to the warm welcome of the staff, their very helpful guidance about the area and the exquis”
Perfectly located on a pretty square at the edge of the old city and decorated with impeccable and whimsical taste.
Peter
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
“The stay was the best so far on our Europe trip.”
Fantastic stay here. Great hosts, central location in Vence. The property was excellent with beautiful art and objects to view and enjoy. Highly recommended.
Peter
couple
April 19, 2026
“Great place! We'll be back.”
Grace
couple
March 27, 2026
The staff is lovely, the rooms are palatial, and the hotel overlooks an old magical ash tree, as well as a lovely bar. Vence is the most wonderful place, and this is the best place within it to stay!
Randi
couple
March 10, 2026
“Fantastic B&B”
We fell completely in love with our beautiful room/suite. The hosts were very hospitable and nice. The breakfast was deliciously prepared for us every morning. Quiet and peaceful, and located on the border of the old town. We stayed in the Vallauris suite. Many thanks from us .
Michael
solo_traveller
October 19, 2025
“Brilliant location great breakfast and wonderful owners”
Everything - beautifully decorated and wonderful staff
Donal
solo_traveller
September 23, 2025
“A superb experience with kind and helpful hosts”
I had a suite and it felt like it was tastefully decorated based on classic French movie theme. Ideal location in the old town centre with stunning scenery.
David
couple
September 13, 2025
“A fantastic quirky hotel, great hosts, great location wonderful breakfasts !”
Each room was a different theme, we had the pop art room .. amazing the breakfast/dining room was fantastic very quirky!
Andrew James
solo_traveller
September 5, 2025
“A very special guesthouse in beautiful Vence!”
This place is really very special, thoughtful, artistic & interesting decor — lovely owners & the most fabulous breakfast room.
Julie
couple
July 20, 2025
“Exceptional Stay – A True Provençal Treasure!”
We cannot speak highly enough of La Maison du Frêne - it is truly one of the most beautiful and memorable places we’ve ever stayed. From the moment we arrived, we were enchanted by the elegance, character and warmth of this extraordinary home. The interiors are a stunning blend of classic French charm and artistic flair, with our La Chapelle room thoughtfully curated and full of personality. Our room was spacious, immaculately clean and incredibly comfortable, with lovely touches that made us feel both pampered and at home. We loved the santons de provence that decorated our room. The location is perfect - right in the heart of Vence, just steps from the historic centre, yet peaceful and serene. Breakfasts were a delight, served with care and featuring fresh, local ingredients. We really enjoyed chatting to our hosts. What truly sets this place apart is the hospitality. The hosts are gracious, welcoming, and full of wonderful recommendations that helped us make the most of our time in the region. It's definitely worth visiting La Chapelle designed by Matisse. If you're looking for a place that combines style, comfort and genuine Provençal charm, La Maison du Frêne is an absolute gem. We can’t wait to return!
Salvatore
couple
July 4, 2025
“Superb boutique hotel in Vence”
Everything was excellent! Fantastic boutique hotel in the heart of Vence. Great staff and superb breakfast in French style.
Sheila
couple
June 9, 2025
“An amazing place to stay for a few days. See the Foundation and chapel Matisse designed.”
Good position within walking distance to shops and restaurants. The property is wonderfully full of art works and objects collected by the owners. Our suite was large, we loved the bedroom / sitting room and separate large bathroom with a great shower. We appreciated the water left in the fridge. The decoration was gorgeous….. a great place to stay. The breakfast was good and the owners were friendly and helpful…..
Åsa
couple
May 23, 2025
“We had a great time and love to come back”
The breakfast was fantastic, all you wanted for a French breakfast. The breakfast room is totaly magic.
Allan
couple
November 24, 2024
Nice bed and linnen
Helen
couple
November 11, 2024
“A jewel of a hotel in the heart of the picturesque town of Vence.”
It was a real treat to spend two weeks at La Maison du Frêne, a jewel of a hotel situated in the heart of the picturesque town of Vence, with its maze of medieval streets and numerous cafés and restaurants. Our light and airy suite was spacious, extremely comfortable and furnished with panache. What makes this hotel so memorable, however, is the level of care and attention given to guests. Each morning as our delicious breakfast was served our hosts went out of their way to help us plan our programme for the day, enthusiastically suggesting places to visit and providing helpful maps and leaflets. They showed a genuine interest in hearing where guests had been and how they had enjoyed themselves. The patrons listened with patience and encouragement to our faltering French and were happy to to continue the conversation in English when we became tongue-tied. They ordered taxis for us and were thoughtful enough to provide us with a bottle of wine to share with visiting family, as well as a parting gift as a souvenir of our stay. A truly original, delightful, relaxing family-run hotel. Simply a must for anyone wishing to stay in the area.
Julie
couple
September 20, 2024
“Amazing stay.”
Made to feel very welcome. Fantastic and quirky decor throughout hotel. Luxury breakfast experience and excellent location! Cannot fault a thing. We would thoroughly recommend a stay here. We definitely hope to return in the future.
Carmel
couple
September 17, 2024
“Stunning apartment in a good location and with an excellent host.”
Our apartment was AMAZING. Thierry, our host was discreet and yet available if needed. The apartment exceeded our expectations. The breakfast was delicious and beautifully presented.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Hiking, Cycling, Water park, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Make up services, Hair treatments, Manicure, Pedicure, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Hair styling, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
WiFi available in all areas, Minimarket on site, Heating, Chapel/shrine, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Parking
Parking, Street parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Barber/beauty shop, ATM/cash machine on site, Concierge service, Car hire, Luggage storage
One-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This apartment is air-conditioned and features a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.
Suite
This suite has a unique, contemporary decoration. With a minibar, each suite features a sofa, desk, flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod docking station. The private bathroom is fitted with a rain shower and a hairdryer. The size of the suite is between 42 and 47 m².
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