La Maison des Chapitres – Matisse Room

Room in Forcalquier, France

  1. 1 queen bed
  2. Private attached bathroom
Stay with Basil
  1. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

You can check in with the building staff.

Beautiful and walkable

This area is scenic and easy to get around.

Room in a villa

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
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Savor life in the heart of Provence at the historic residence of an art legend.

Our rooms, extensive lounges and cultural spaces each reflect a distinct personality - a blend of faithful architectural restoration and the creative vision of renowned contemporary art curator and professor David Galloway. Welcome to his one-time summer home and creative escape, now your own extraordinary base to explore the roots of the region and its vibrant new culture.

The space
Welcome to La Maison des Chapitres, a 15th century hôtel particulier in the town of Forcalquier, an artistic hub in the bucolic Luberon region of Provence. Each of our five rooms in the main house tells its own story.

The Matisse is a richly decorated ensuite bedroom adjoining our arts library. This tribute to an iconic composition has to be seen to be believed.

Room amenities include:
-Luxurious queen-sized Kipli natural bed with Frette linens
-Bang & Olufsen wireless speaker
-Bedside wireless device chargers
-Provençal toiletries
-Armoire for storage
-Plush robes
-Unique art on display from the Galloway collection

You also have access to a variety of house amenities:
-Onsite concierge service
-Daily continental breakfast (served on the roof terrace, weather permitting)
-Self-service espresso and tea on the 3rd floor loggia
-Free weights and yoga mats

We offer a curated menu of wine, beer, cocktails, and limited snacks in-house, and have a wide variety of recommendations for restaurants in the area, many of which are within easy walking distance.

Guest access
We invite you to enjoy the extensive shared spaces of the house as well, including our summer roof terrace, loggia coffee lounge, music room (complete with grand piano), arts library (with connected smart TV), art atelier, and ground floor lounge areas. These areas are reserved for guests of the house, with the exception of limited public performances in our cultural calendar. The kitchen areas are generally reserved for our team.

During your stay
Your host based on-premise, Basil Galloway, is the grandson of the creative visionary behind this ambitious restoration. Having grown up roaming its salons and art collection since his earliest childhood memories, he oversees the property and will be delighted to welcome you.

Basil will generally be your contact for check-in and check-out and remains at your disposal onsite as you need. Whether you're seeking local recommendations or a personal tour of the works across the house, updates on the latest cultural events or an inspired wine selection or challenging chess partner, you'll be in excellent hands.

Other things to note
From your home base at La Maison des Chapitres, there are myriad opportunities to explore the Luberon and greater Provence. It’s our great pleasure to help arrange itineraries for meals and day trips around the region.

Rafting in the Gorges du Verdon. Wine tastings with local producers.
A boat ride to the secluded calanques of Marseille. Hiking the ochre canyons of Roussillon. Luxuriating over meals in the picturesque towns of Bonnieux, Lourmarin, Menerbes, and Gordes. Art and music programming in Aix-en-Provence, Lacoste, and beyond. Cycling adventures to Mont Ventoux. Antique hunting in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Winter day trips to ski the Alps. You name it, we’d love to help make your journey extraordinary.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Wifi – 45 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
50 inch HDTV with Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Netflix
Shared patio or balcony

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Where you’ll be

Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

In the heart of the historic city of Forcalquier, you'll find yourself amidst winding streets flanked by medieval stone houses and a vibrant mix of restaurants, shops and artists' ateliers.

Meet your host

Host
14 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
Lives in Berkeley, California
I look forward to welcoming you to «La Maison des Chapitres» As a decades' long restoration project of my grandfather's, this is a place I grew up spending every summer. After developing my own career in photography and videography, I'm thrilled to help write the newest chapter of this landmark. I love sharing the history of the rooms, the art and the local community that makes the experience here so special.

Host details

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Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm