Holiday 2026 | 15 Best Heritage Guesthouse Retreat 2026 – France & Historic Wedding Venue of the Year 2026 – France The Pont Saint-Nicolas de Campagnac is a 12th-century landmark built by monks who lived in a stone monastery on the edge of the Gardon River. Today, this monastery has been transformed into Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas, a stylish boutique hotel offering a historic stay overlooking the Pont Saint-Nicolas de Campagnac. We took a closer look at this exceptional establishment below, as Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas is named in the Global Wedding Awards 2026. Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas is an establishment steeped in rich history and culture, located in the heart of the Nîmes-Uzès-Pont du Gard triangle. The hotel was acquired in 2020 by Arnaud and Pauline Le Bihan, who have since invested significant time and effort in transforming the 12th-century building into a multifaceted accommodation that showcases every aspect of the beautiful region it calls home. Occitanie is the second-largest region in mainland France, known for its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The region is home to the picturesque department of Gard, named after the Gardon River. This spectacular setting offers travellers myriad opportunity for exploration, from visiting Le Duché d’Uzès or the Place aux Herbes in Uzès, and the Arena of Nîmes or the Maison Carrée in Nîmes to strolling through the cobbled streets of Avignon or exploring the salt marshes of the Camargue. Regardless of a person’s reason for visiting Occitanie, Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas invites its guests to share the Le Bihan family home and delight in its friendly and authentic atmosphere. The property boasts two renovated guesthouses – the Cloister House and the House of the Refectory – each boasting breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the Pont Saint-Nicolas de Campagnac and the Gardon. Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas offers 11 bedroom suites across the two guesthouses, with the Cloister House containing six and the House of the Refectory offering five. Two of these rooms have been designed to accommodate large families of up to five people, with one featuring a terrace in the House of the Refectory and some in the Cloister House showcasing private balconies. Each room has been designed with the utmost guest satisfaction in mind. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and each room features five-star bedding from Le Matelas Français, sheets and towels made in France by the house of Garnier Thiebaut, and natural soaps, shampoos, and conditioners provided by L:A Bruket. Both the Cloister House and the House of the Refectory can be rented in whole or as part of a partial or total site privatisation. Privatisation is a significant offering at Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas, as many families, friends, and professionals opt to utilise the property for their special events. Boasting a 12th-century chapel, gardens and terraces, a natural swimming pool, a pétanque court, and unique reception areas that include a bar, tasting cellar, crypt, and more, it is no wonder that the establishment has become a top-tier venue for celebrations and corporate events alike, truly earning its status as France’s Historic Wedding Venue of the Year 2026. Events at Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas can hold parties as small as ten guests to as big as 200+, offering a variety of events that suit any celebratory need. For corporate clients, the estate provides space for work meetings, team building exercises, sports activities, product launches, seminars, and settings for filming or shooting. For families and friends, it caters to weddings, birthdays, communions, baptisms, New Year’s Eve events, and more. Outside of events, Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas provides a wide range of exceptional gastronomy experiences to guests. Locus Solus, the ephemeral restaurant operated by Chef Cédric Olenine, offers a seasonal menu showcasing a selection of high-quality regional produce, whilst the Chai and the Crypte shop operates as a tasting and sales cellar. There, guests can sample and purchase from collections of wines, honey, beers, chocolate, coffees, and oils, as well as decorations, tableware, and books. In just six years, Arnaud and Pauline Le Bihan have transformed Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas from an admired relic into a thriving boutique hotel that honours its long-standing history whilst offering its guests a fresh and unique experience in the heart of Gard. With many projects still in development across the property, we at LUXlife Magazine eagerly anticipate what the future holds for Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas, appropriately awarded the status of France’s Best Heritage Guesthouse Retreat 2026. Contact: Arnaud Le Bihan Company: Le Prieuré Saint-Nicolas Web Address: www.prieure-saint-nicolas.com
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