A private lodge at the heart of the Verdon gorges

Why choose a lodge in the Verdon gorges over a traditional hotel?

The Verdon gorges offer one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the south of France — limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, fragrant garrigue. Yet the region has long suffered from a lack of accommodation worthy of its setting. Hotels tend towards the impersonal, and holiday rentals rarely meet a higher standard. The Lodge Spirit of Bali at La Noccemada answers a different aspiration: that of couples who travel to truly experience something, not simply to sleep somewhere. Located in Saint-Julien-le-Montagnier, this private lodge in the Verdon combines the absolute seclusion of a 1.5-hectare estate with no neighbouring properties, the indulgence of an exclusive jacuzzi, the culinary artistry of a Michelin-pedigreed chef, and the freedom of a fully enclosed private domain. Just 30 minutes from Lac d'Esparron-de-Verdon and 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, it makes an ideal base from which to explore the region, whilst returning each evening to a space that belongs entirely to you. The best rate is guaranteed on direct booking — 15 to 35% less than online platforms.

What the Lodge Spirit of Bali includes — in full

• Private jacuzzi — available from 8am to 11:30pm, maintained by our team, never shared with other guests
• 240 m² outdoor lounge — oversized sofas, mirror pool, music amplifier, fully enclosed private space
• 15-metre saltwater lap pool — open from April to mid-October, for swimming in a tropical setting
• Bedroom with queen-size bed — summer air conditioning, winter heating, minibar, private shower
• Continental breakfast included — served each morning within your private space
• Gastronomic dinner available as an option — 110€ per person, with Michelin-pedigreed chef Stephan, a single seasonal menu of local produce, served outdoors beneath the Verdon stars
• 5,000 m² tropical garden — dense vegetation, no visible neighbours, a Balinese atmosphere in the heart of Provence
• Adults only — reserved for couples and discerning epicureans, no children anywhere on the estate
• Maximum exclusivity — no more than six guests on the entire property at any one time

How to reach this lodge in the Verdon gorges

La Noccemada is located at 63 route des Rouvières, 83560 Saint-Julien-le-Montagnier, in the Var, at the gateway to the Verdon territory. The estate lies 30 minutes from Lac d'Esparron-de-Verdon, 40 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, one hour from Marseille, one hour and fifteen minutes from Toulon, and one hour and forty-five minutes from the beaches of the Côte d'Azur. Nestled between the Var and the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, it offers privileged access to the Verdon gorges while remaining well away from the tourist trail. The route des Rouvières winds through unspoilt Provençal countryside — an arrival that begins to quiet the mind long before you reach the estate itself. We recommend travelling by car to explore the region freely: Provençal markets, hilltop villages, and the sweeping viewpoints over the gorges — before returning each evening to your private lodge.