Price
2026
This is a flexible stay, enquire prices with us, minimum stay 3 nights. Ask also about room upgrades, there are Deluxe Rooms and Suites options.
3-night Package
Low Season – From €960 per person sharing in a standard room
High Season – From €1,000 per person sharing in a standard room
5-night Package
Low Season – From €1,640 per person sharing in a standard room
High Season – From €1,700 per person sharing in a standard room
Dates & Prices
FRANCE
La Camargue Luxury Farmhouse
Overview
The late Jacques Bon was born and bred on this farmhouse property, where in the nineties, him and his wife Lucille decided to open up their farmhouse and invite the world in to experience their unique and fascinating life working and living off the land in this distinct region of France called the Camargue. His legacy resonates throughout the property and with Frederic his son at the helm along with their long serving staff, they continue to keep his dream and work alive. Frederic inspired by his father, brings with him, new plans to develop some further outbuildings in 2020 and offer more of their unique and stunning accommodation.
This luxury 17th century property lies in the heart of Camargue, where you can enjoy one of the most unique riding holidays in the world, riding across the flat marshlands of this windswept land, riding the indigenous horses, called the Camargues.
The riding is spectacular and you have the choice of riding out for hours across the delta marshlands taking in the scenery and spotting wildlife or joining in on the work with the ‘gardians’, the Camargue cowboys; this is great fun, (you must ride well, intermediate plus level to join the ‘gardians’ as the work can be dangerous, on account of the fast pace, the skittish bulls and big horns) It’s a fantastic cultural experience and one the ‘gardians’ love showing off, wearing their unique Camargue saddles and colourful shirts.
The house hotel itself is impressive and up-market, set amid beautiful gardens with a lovely swimming pool area and terrace. The interior is very stylish and adorned with personally chosen French antiques. It’s an unassuming place, where rather than having the reception at the entrance, it sits in a room off the hallway, offering clients the upmost of privacy when checking in or arranging activities.
The food also deserves a huge mention – the restaurant is very well regarded and most ingredients, including the rice, are grown on the estate. It’s an intimate affair served in their large country kitchen in front of an open fire in the colder months and in the garden when the sun shines.
There is also plenty of other sight-seeing activities to keep you amused – visit nearby Arles, famed for its art galleries and Van Gogh, watch flocks of flamingos stalking the salt lakes, canoe down the Petit Rhone, cycle along sandy tracks through the marshes, or simply enjoy the empty beaches on the coast and swim. There is a vast variety of birdlife in the area, and we can organise a morning Bird Watching tour. Please request on booking for prices and availability.
Location
Camargue, France
Airport
Marseille, France
Duration
Min 3 nights
When to go
April - November
Riding level
All levels
Weight
102 kg / 16 stone / 224 lbs
Group size
10 max
Accommodation
Luxurious farm house
Included
Half Board Accommodation in a Standard Double Room, breakfast and dinner, all riding depending on the duration of your stay, including a ride with the Gardians herding bulls, cutting the cattle and loading them into a lorry to market.
Extras
Single supplement is 45%.
Excluded
Flights, tips, transfers, lunches and drinks.
Price guarantee
All our riding holidays hold a price guarantee. We believe in your piece of mind on price when you book with us and will refund the difference should you find the same riding holiday elsewhere at a lower price.
Exchange rate
Rates are subject to daily exchange rate fluctuations, please refer to our Terms and Conditions for full details.
Transfers
There are lots of airports serving this region. Marseille is probably the biggest with more flights to choose, but you may also consider Montpellier, Nimes and Avignon which are all relatively close.
We recommend hiring a car and driving to the Farmhouse Hotel. It will also enable you to drive to places like Arles for a great day out or to Saint Maries de la Mer. We can also easily organise an airport transfer for you, please request at time of booking.
Departure dates
2026
Open from the 3 April – 2 November
High Season: 8th May – 9th September
Riding & Itinerary
We can easily look at different options on request, add in more hours riding or other activities, like bird watching or a beach ride. Here is a suggested 3 Night Package example.
Day 1
Arrival and settle into your room, have a walk round the gardens, have a late afternoon swim, before getting ready for dinner.
Day 2
Breakfast, morning 2-hour ride. Afternoon go out for lunch and sight see. Return to farmhouse for swim before dinner.
Day 3
Breakfast, morning ‘Gardian Experience’ riding with the gardians, rounding up bulls, 2 plus hours depending on the work. Afternoon go out for lunch and sight see. Return to farmhouse for swim before dinner.
Day 4
Breakfast and departure
Camargue Riding Days by Julian
Riding day 1: “Réserve des Impériaux” ride 5-hour ride – lunch and beverages included – On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. A day on the theme of biodiversity: departure from the “Méjanes” dyke, near Arles. We will stop in front of a famous breeder bull farm of fighting bulls. Explanations will be given about breeding, traditions, differences with the Camargue bull, etc. We will then follow the “Vaccarès” pond in the “Imperial” nature reserve. The visit of this wild and preserved space will allow us to discover one of the largest panels of Camargue biodiversity rich in exceptional fauna and flora: ducks of all species, waders, flamingos, birds of prey and nutria. The hooves in the water, we will live a breathtaking equestrian and wild experience. Lunch all together facing the pond, at the famous Camargue restaurant, “Le Mazet du Vaccares”. Arrival at Bouvau d’Aubanel, at the entrance to the village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Departure at 10 am, arrival at 5 pm.
Riding day 2: Discovering the desert beach of “Grand Radeau” A dream day for any rider: At the start of the “Layalle Horseback Ride”, we will cross reedbeds and marshes to reach the “Bac du Sauvage”, a tiny ferry boat to cross the “Petit Rhône” river. Once the latter has been crossed with our mounts, we will have lunch on its shore at restaurant “La Cabanette”. Their specialties: fresh fish and Mediterranean shellfish. In the afternoon and as the highlight of this day, we will discover the immense beach wilderness of “Le Grand Radeau” (literally the big raft) as well as the surrounding pine forests. Clogs in the fine sand, along the sea, we will even meet the so emblematic Camargue bulls. Arrival and end of the day on “La Plage du Grand Radeau”. Departure at 11 am, arrival at 6 pm.
Riding day 3: Discovering Camargue horses and bulls and “Gardian” cattle work. A day of discovery of cattle work on horseback departing from “Manade Saint-Antoine”. The morning will be dedicated to the discovery and visit of the estate; explanations on the functioning and activities of a Camargue farm and presentation of three herds: Camargue bulls, Angus cows and Camargue horses. from different cultures, etc. We will cattle our herd of mares and foals on the grounds of the estate. At noon, the Camargue meal taken on site will be provided by our Saintois caterer, Vincent Rouzeau. After lunch, we would learn about the work of the “Gardian”. We will thus proceed to the “Acampado” of our herd of Camargue bulls with the aim to initiate the participants in the sorting of cattle (participation of all the riders one by one accompanied by a gardian). Arrival at “La Manade Horse Ride”. Departure at 10 am, arrival at 5 pm.
Please Ask About
Jeep Safaris
Bird Watching – over 400 species, including ‘Pink Flamingo’
Cycling
Sightseeing:
Arles
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Aigues Mortes
Horses
Home Bred Camargue Horses, plus some Andalusian Crosses.
Riding level
All levels
Type of riding
You must be intermediate plus level to join the ‘gardians’ as the work can be dangerous, on account of the fast pace, the skittish bulls and big horns. Trail rides are suitable for all levels.
Tack
Western style
Weight limit
102 kg / 16 stone / 224 lbs
Group size
10 max
Accommodation & Meals
An absolutely beautiful 17th century, country farmhouse, fully restored with a mix of traditional and modern French decor, very tastefully designed. Includes a gorgeous terrace and swimming pool. But the big ‘wow’ factor at this hotel is the food, with a top class restaurant which uses fresh, local produce, some of which is their own home grown, organic delights. Be sure to bring some of the delicious Camargue Olive Oil home with you, plus the home-grown Wild Ride. along with the local Camargue Sea salt.
Here’s an example of one of their menus:
Amuse bouche
Euf de poule mollet, parmesan, asperges, chips de pancetta, mouillette dorée
Poisson de la pêche locale cuit au plat, légumes grillés, un aïoli en accompagnement
Planchette de fromages régionaux
Pannacotta vanille – verveine, fraises de pays, une glace caramel salé
Opening dates for the restaurant
From April 3rd to June 19th and from August 31st to November 1st 2026
The restaurant is open
– on Saturday and Sunday for lunch
– from Tuesday to Saturday included for dinner
From June 20th to August 30th 2026
The restaurant is open every day except on Sunday for dinner and on Monday all day.
Lunch “à la carte” at the pool.
Accommodation
Luxurious farm house
Single Supplement
Possible to have a single room, 45% supplement will apply.
Meals
Inform us about food allergies and intolerances
Drinks
Drinks not included.
The Destination
The Camargue is a large wetland region in southern France, located in the delta of the Rhône River where it meets the Mediterranean Sea. It is famous for its rich biodiversity, including pink flamingos, wild white horses, and black bulls, and its unique culture of bull herders known as gardians. The area offers activities such as horseback riding, birdwatching, and experiencing local traditions like bull racing.
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