Situated in the historic centre of St Rémy this luxury penthouse apartment is ideally located footsteps to everything in the village - cafés, bars, shops, galleries and the lively Wednesday morning outdoor market.
Built in the 14th century as the presbytery for the adjacent church at the time when the popes were residing in Avignon, the stone spiral staircase leads you up two flights to the penthouse Apartment of Angels - L'Appartement des Anges.
During its recent transformation the original 14th century stone windows, archways and timber beams were discovered and now feature in this magnificent apartment in the heart of beautiful Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. (You can read more about the history of the building below).
Decorated in Provençal style and furnished with both new and antique pieces the oak floors in the spacious living dining area and bedrooms combine well with the exposed stone walls.
The kitchen has classic timber and travertine finishes and is well equipped with modern appliances including a Nespresso coffee machine.
The bedrooms have comfortable hotel quality beds with crisp cotton sheets and Provençal bedcovers. Each bedroom has a travertine ensuite with large walk-in shower, basin and toilet, white fluffy towels and quality soaps provided.
La chambre des Plumes (bedroom of Feathers) has a 180cm wide king bed which can be separated into 2 x 90cm beds.
La chambre des Anges (bedroom of Angels) and La chambre des Fleurs (bedroom of Flowers) each have 1 x 160cm wide bed.
The apartment is tucked away on a quiet lane in the historic centre of St Rémy, just steps from cafes, restaurants, bars, the Wednesday market, boutiques, museums, and galleries. Bakeries, butchers, grocery and wine stores are nearby.
Parking - Guests can have access to our dedicated parking space in a secure lot located about 200 metres away. After your reservation is confirmed more details can be provided.
There is also a free public carpark behind the Police Municipale in avenue de la Liberation. Metre parking can often be found in the streets nearby or in the carpark opposite the church. You need to take a ticket from the machine and display it on your dashboard. The first 45 minutes are free and then it's 2€ per hour 9am-7pm. It's free from 7pm-9am. Be aware of any "stationnement interdit" signs as it's forbidden to park here on the days/times shown, especially on Wednesdays due to the weekly market.
More about the history of the building...
This unique building was originally the presbytery of the 14th-century church, once home to the parish priest. At the top of the spiral staircase, you'll find the original bell tower, which would have featured a decorative metal frame and a bell used to call parishioners to worship and mark time for the village.
The bell tower predates the church spire, which was donated by the Popes during the Avignon Papacy—a time when this region held great religious and political importance. These papal contributions highlight the historic connection between Saint-Rémy and the Papal seat in Avignon.
Today, the building has been thoughtfully renovated into two charming apartments, preserving the original architectural details while adding modern comfort. Guests renting this penthouse apartment (or "Alchemy" which is both apartments together - 5 bed/5 bath) have exclusive access to the bell tower rooftop terrace, a magical spot to watch the sunset and soak in panoramic views of the town.
In the ground floor apartment, there is a 14th-century well, no longer in use but beautifully preserved as a decorative tribute to the building’s long and storied past.
It’s truly a one-of-a-kind place to stay—steeped in history, full of character, and perfectly located in the heart of Provence.
Hope to see you here soon!