Relais & Châteaux 5-Star Signature Travel Network VIP

Villa Gallici

18 Avenue de la Violette • Aix-en-Provence, Provence • France

An intimate 18th-century Florentine villa set amidst fragrant lavender, cypress, and century-old plane trees, offering heated pool serenity, private Roman plunge pool villas, and Master Chef Christophe Gavot gastronomy.

Signature Travel Network VIP Privileges

Exclusive Benefits Compliments of Vincent Vacations

Full Daily Breakfast

Complimentary full daily breakfast for up to two guests per room on the shaded garden terrace or in-room.

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$100 Hotel Credit

$100 USD hotel credit per room per stay applicable toward gourmet dining, the Oenothèque, or spa rituals.

Room Upgrade

Preferred room category upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability at time of check-in.

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Flexible Check-in

Priority early check-in and late check-out privileges to maximize your Provençal retreat.

Florentine Grandeur Meets Provençal Serenity

Secluded in an emerald oasis of fragrant lavender, ancient cypress, and towering century-old plane trees, Villa Gallici is an intimate 5-star Relais & Châteaux haven situated just a five-minute stroll from the sun-dappled plazas, historic fountains, and bustling markets of Aix-en-Provence.

Conceived as a tribute to 18th-century Florentine residences, this bespoke villa pairs Italian neoclassical refinement with the warm, sun-kissed soul of Provence. Handcrafted woodwork, precious Rubelli and Braquenié silks, fine antiques, and ornate tapestries decorate every corner of the property, creating the intimate, welcoming feeling of a private family manor.

Guests can wander through aromatic gardens scented by rosemary and thyme, unwind beside the heated outdoor swimming pool while listening to the soothing chorus of cicadas, or explore the rich cultural legacy of Aix-en-Provence—from Paul Cézanne's painting studio to the lavender fields of the Luberon and the dramatic limestone calanques of Cassis.

Visual Tour of the Estate

Bespoke Rooms & Private Garden Villas

Villa Gallici offers just 17 uniquely decorated rooms and 6 lavish suites, each adorned with antiques, original oil paintings, and opulent fabrics. Every room captures the serene garden vistas of Aix-en-Provence, featuring marble bathrooms, luxury bath amenities, and Nespresso coffee stations.

For the ultimate in exclusivity, freestanding garden residences offer supreme seclusion: Villa Cézanne features its own private landscaped garden and heated outdoor Jacuzzi, while the two-story Villa Picasso boasts a private heated Roman swimming pool set within a private garden enclosure.

Villa Gallici Classic Room
Guest Room

Classic Room

270 sq ft 2 Guests Garden Balcony

Charming room overlooking the private estate gardens, featuring a private balcony, antique furnishings, Queen bed, and marble bathroom with shower.

✓ Private Garden Balcony • Daily Full Breakfast • Free WiFi
Villa Gallici Superior Room
Guest Room

Superior Room

365 sq ft 2 Guests Garden Vistas

Spacious chamber overlooking fragrant flower beds, decorated with rich Rubelli fabrics, writing desk, and marble bathroom with soaking tub and handheld shower.

✓ Marble Soaking Bath • Garden Vistas • Room Upgrade
Villa Gallici Deluxe Room
Guest Room with Terrace

Deluxe Room

400 sq ft 2 Guests Private Garden Terrace

Refined garden retreat featuring a private furnished sun terrace, antique tapestries, King or twin beds, and marble bathroom with soaking tub and separate shower.

✓ Private Sun Terrace • $100 Hotel Credit • Soaking Tub
Villa Gallici Junior Suite
Suite

Junior Suite

480 sq ft Up to 3 Guests Terrace & Salon

Features an open-plan lounge salon leading to a private terrace overlooking the park, dressed in precious silks with a marble bathroom offering separate tub and shower.

✓ Private Sun Terrace • Separate Salon • VIP Arrival
Villa Cézanne Terrace Suite with Jacuzzi
Signature Garden Suite

Villa Cézanne Suite

645 sq ft Up to 3 Guests Private Heated Jacuzzi

Located in the secluded garden separate from the main house. Features a private enclosed garden with heated outdoor Jacuzzi, marble bathroom with separate bath and shower, and complete privacy.

✓ Private Heated Jacuzzi • Secluded Garden • Luxury Villa Care
Villa Picasso Terrace Suite with Roman Pool
Palace Pool Residence

Villa Picasso Suite

645 sq ft Two-Story Villa Private Roman Pool

Spectacular two-story private villa in the gardens. Features ground-floor salon opening to a private terrace and private heated Roman swimming pool, with an upstairs master sanctuary.

✓ Private Heated Roman Pool • Two-Story Layout • VIP Status

Gastronomy by Master Chef Christophe Gavot

At Villa Gallici, culinary art is guided by the philosophy of "luxury in simplicity." For over 15 years, Master Chef Christophe Gavot has crafted authentic Provençal and Franco-Italian cuisine that pays homage to regional terroirs and seasonal harvests.

Villa Gallici Gourmet Restaurant
Haute Franco-Italian Terroir Cuisine

Villa Gallici Restaurant

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

An elegant dining room adorned with antique candlesticks and fine porcelain. Chef Christophe Gavot serves Sisteron lamb, black truffles, Pertuis asparagus, and fresh Mediterranean seafood prepared with sublime precision.

Garden Terrace Dining in Aix-en-Provence
Al Fresco Provençal Dining

Garden Terrace Dining

Lunch & Dinner (Warm Season)

Dine al fresco beneath ancient plane trees and shaded pergolas, surrounded by lavender and cicadas, savoring aioli, pistou soup, and chilled Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence rosé wines.

The Oenothèque Wine Cellar
Rare Vintages & Private Tastings

The Oenothèque

Daily for Tastings & Private Cellar Dinners

An extraordinary subterranean vault safeguarding over 800 references of Grand Cru Bordeaux, Burgundies, vintage Champagnes, and premier local Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence estate wines.

The Garden Bar and Heated Swimming Pool
Botanical Cocktails & Calissons

Garden Bar & Poolside

Daily 11:00 AM – Midnight

Relax by the heated pool or in velvet-appointed salons with artisanal cocktails, local pastis, vintage Cognacs, and traditional sweet Aix-en-Provence calissons.

The Villa Gallici Spa & Heated Pool

Immersed in peaceful greenery, the Villa Gallici wellness pavilion offers a tranquil retreat designed to restore balance and well-being. Professional therapists perform bespoke body and facial rituals utilizing natural aromatic oils distilled from local Provençal lavender, olive trees, and verbena.

The estate's outdoor heated swimming pool is nestled within the private gardens under the shade of ancient cypress trees, offering comfortable sun loungers and attentive poolside drink service throughout the sunny days of Provence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Guests booking through Vincent Vacations enjoy complimentary full breakfast daily for up to two guests, a $100 USD hotel credit per room per stay (applicable toward dining, wine cellar, or spa services), preferred room category upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), and priority early check-in and late check-out privileges.
Villa Gallici is situated at 18 Avenue de la Violette in Aix-en-Provence, nestled in a quiet residential haven just a 5-minute walk from the historic old town, Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, and Paul Cézanne’s studio. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) is approximately 25 minutes away by car.
Both are freestanding luxury suites located in the private gardens separate from the main house. Villa Cézanne features its own private landscaped garden and private heated Jacuzzi, while the two-story Villa Picasso boasts its own private heated Roman swimming pool.
Chef Christophe Gavot has crafted authentic Provençal and Franco-Italian cuisine at Villa Gallici for 15 years, emphasizing prime seasonal ingredients such as black truffles, Pertuis asparagus, Sisteron lamb, and fresh Mediterranean catches, paired with selections from the 800-bottle Oenothèque cellar.
The property features a heated outdoor swimming pool set among cypress and lavender gardens, a dedicated wellness spa offering massages and body rituals, a fitness gym, manicured gardens, and private sommelier tastings.