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La Maison du Frene

1 place du Frene, 06140 Vence, France
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La Maison du Frene
Ranked #1 of 12 Vence B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
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New Britain, Connecticut
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Imagine being locked in for the night at a museum of modern art! From the red walls in the foyer and stairwell, to the Greek bust strung with beads, this tiny but luxurious boutique hotel, located just across from the ancient fig tree and one of the gates of the Old Town, makes for a fantastic visit to Vence! All... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
237 helpful votes 237 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012
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We loved every minute of our 2 night stay and wish we could have stayed longer. Every positive review of this B&B is accurate. From the divine room (we stayed in the Vallauris suite) to the delicious fresh breakfast, and especially the gorgeous hosts, we could not have been happier. We particularly enjoyed the freshly squeezed orange juice at breakfast,... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011
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La Maison du Frene is a gorgeous boutique hotel with gracious hosts who have left no detail unattended. Immaculately clean, beautifully styled, and spacious and comfortable rooms and beds. The hotel is well located and only metres from good bakeries and restaurants. Highly recommended for couples looking for a luxurious, romantic and peaceful stay in a pretty French town. More

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Minnesota
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2011
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First of all, given all of the positive reviews of La Maison du Frene, why write another one? Because such a wonderful guesthouse and its lovely hosts really and truly do exist! Based upon the many positive reviews, we went to La Maison du Frene this past November with very high expectations. Even then, our 3-day stay easily exceeded all... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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40 reviews 40 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2011
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La Maison du Frene in Vence is one of our favorite places to stay in France. The owners are absolutely charming and could not be more helpful. The location is ideal across the street from the walled village. And the house is incredibly beautifully furnished. I have never seen so much art in one place outside of a museum! There... More

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Perth, Australia
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 16, 2011
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We stayed here for 6 nights in January 2011. The room was brilliant, spacious, beautifully furnished, excellent fittings. The owners were very friendly and helpful, offering advice and suggestions which were on the mark. The location is perfect, on the edge of the old city, close to several restaurants and easily accessible. The nearby underground parking station was convenient and... More

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Sydney, Australia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2011
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I always want to know first whether a hotel is in a good location. La Maison du Frene couldn't have been better situated, just at the walls of the old town, close to transport, restaurants and the main town square where the local food and clothing markets are held each morning. I liked Vence, I felt I was tasting a... More

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netherlands
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 12, 2011
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Guy and Thierry, the generous hosts of this unique B&B made their dream come true, and by doing that they forfill dreams of their guests. Very well located in "old" Vence The maison du Frene is a unique combination of art, design, glamour, all dished up with a sauce of humor. Very good advise from Thierry en Guy: where to... More

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Wien
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 24, 2011
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this is inded one of the coolest hotels ever seen, art is all around and the owners are charming and make you feel welcome. breakfast is delicious and dont worry for dinner, you re just in the middle of town where restaurants are all around. nevertheless, the rooms are quiet (only a bit traffic in the morning) and also very... More

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DC
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 19, 2011
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The house is lovely, and the art collection is striking and whimsical. The Pop Art suite was spacious, quiet and well appointed. Breakfast was perfectly French: fresh, delicious and not overwhelming. Thierry and Guy are gracious hosts who helped us choose restaurants and gave us thoughtful recommendations for planning our days in Vence and the surrounding area. We would be... More

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