Café
Les Gourmands Disent
This bakery cafe offers delicious pastries and coffee in a cozy setting.
528 m from hotel
Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques
Rated 9.8 in 145 reviews. Bed & breakfast.
Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques is an excellent choice for those seeking a restful and charming stay in Provence, particularly for guests who appreciate a personal touch and a quiet, historic setting with good access to local villages by car.
This former olive mill offers a tranquil and authentic Provençal experience. Guests are welcomed into a historic setting with a beautiful garden and riverside views, fostering a sense of peace and escape. The emphasis is on unhurried mornings, warm hospitality, and a connection to the local environment.
On the map
Recommended Nearby
A guide to great places near Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques
Restaurant
Lou Cassaire
Lou Cassaire is a restaurant serving French cuisine with a focus on seafood.
432 m from hotel
Village
Jouques
Jouques is a small Provençal village with a population of around 4,400.
177 m from hotel
Nature
Grand Pre
A beautiful park with scenic views and walking trails.
326 m from hotel
Culture
Musee rurale et d'histoire locale
Local history museum open Wednesday to Saturday afternoons.
280 m from hotel
Nature
Parc du Couloubleau
A peaceful park with natural beauty, perfect for a relaxing outdoor escape.
856 m from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 145 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
8.0very strong
Guests consistently describe the atmosphere as peaceful, quiet, and an escape from noise, fostering a restful environment.
“Peaceful”
“quiet location”
“Highly recommended for everyone who needs an escape from the noise and rest for the soul.”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
8.0very strong
The hotel features a beautiful garden where breakfast is served, often by the river and under trees, contributing to a pleasant outdoor experience.
“Breakfast in the garden.”
“We loved especially our breakfasts in the garden by the river under the trees”
“Beautiful old building, nice garden”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
7.0strong
The property has a pool and is situated by a river, with some rooms offering river views and breakfast served riverside.
“pool”
“our breakfasts in the garden by the river under the trees”
“our room was so pretty and had a view to the river and to the garden. We had agreat breakfast every morning at the garden, right next to the river.”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
6.0good
The hotel is located in a small village, offering a quiet retreat, and serves as a good base for exploring other Provence villages by car, though it may be less convenient without one.
“Location that is within an hour or so of a drive to pretty much most of the Provence beautiful villages and site seeings.”
“The place is exceptional, especially if you like to stay in small villages, far away from the crowded places.”
“It is ideal if you come by car, like us, otherwise it might be a bit far from main attractions.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
8.0very strong
The property is consistently praised for its peaceful and quiet location, offering a serene escape from noise.
“Peaceful”
“quiet location”
“Highly recommended for everyone who needs an escape from the noise and rest for the soul.”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
8.0very strong
The property offers a strong connection to nature with its beautiful garden, riverside location, and opportunities for outdoor dining under trees.
“breakfasts in the garden by the river under the trees”
“Beautiful old building, nice garden”
“The house is historic and the garden is beautiful.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
7.0strong
Reviewers found the beds comfortable, contributing to a pleasant stay.
“comfortable beds”
“Very comfortable B&B.”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
9.0exceptional
The hosts are universally lauded for their exceptional friendliness, helpfulness, and personalized service, providing recommendations and making guests feel at home.
“Wonderful and resourceful hosts, who provide countless suggestions on where to travel and what to see given amount of time we had.”
“Very friendly owners, giving suggestions, advice about travel, food, places to go or see in this part of the department”
“Amazing service by the owner.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
8.0very strong
The breakfast is consistently praised as tasty, excellent, and a highlight, often enjoyed in the garden by the river.
“Tasty breakfast.”
“excellent breakfast in a beautiful garden”
“We loved especially our breakfasts in the garden by the river under the trees”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
5.0mixed
One review noted a room was a bit tight for space with large suitcases, while another praised a room with a river and garden view. Rooms with views are likely preferable.
“As we travelled with 2 large suitcases it was a little tight for space in our room, but it was manageable and not a problem.”
“our room was so pretty and had a view to the river and to the garden.”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques clearly meets several core calmcation requirements, including a slow pace, nature immersion, and exceptional service in a converted historic building. While it lacks private outdoor space per room, the communal garden and riverside setting compensate, placing it firmly in Tier B.
Before you book
Practical guidance from Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests appreciate rooms with views of the river and garden, which are described as pretty. Be aware that some rooms might be a bit tight for space if you have large suitcases.
Look for these room categories
- Rooms with a view to the river and garden
AC & heating
Reliability across seasons
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, contributing to a comfortable stay.
What to expect / pack
- Expect air conditioning in rooms
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
Breakfast is consistently praised, often served in the garden by the river, and includes freshly baked croissants and homemade pastries. It tends to be sweet-focused, so if you prefer savory options, you might want to supplement.
Practical notes
- Enjoy breakfast in the garden by the river
- Expect freshly baked croissants and homemade pastries
- Note that breakfast is typically sweet-focused
Check-in
Friction at arrival, deposits, late arrivals
Check-in is smooth, with hosts actively communicating to confirm arrival times and offering a warm welcome with treats in the room. The property also has convenient entrances for luggage.
Practical notes
- Expect proactive communication from hosts regarding arrival
- Benefit from convenient entrances for luggage
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“Everything. Old mill converted into the guest house. Wonderful and resourceful hosts, who provide countless suggestions on where to travel and what to see given amount of time we had. Tasty breakfast. Clean rooms. Location that is within an hour or so of a drive to pretty much most of the Provence beautiful villages and site seeings. Perfection. One of the best holidays we had, hands down. And we had quite a few.”
“Wonderful accommodation, authenticity, old house/olive mill well preserved and used for accomodating people, great comfort, like "at home" feeling. Was sorry to leave. Very friendly owners, giving suggestions, advice about travel, food, places to go or see in this part of the department”
“Everything. The place. The hosts. The breakfast. Everything”
“Incredible place. Amazing service by the owner. Highly recommended.”
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Le Vieux Moulin de Jouques
Jouques, France
Booking: 9.8 / 10 · 145 reviews
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