Spaces to Gather, Celebrate & Stay
An authentic Provençal country house, designed for gathering and celebrating
A Timeless Provençal Residence, Steeped in Charm and History
At the entrance to the charming village of Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres, in the Gard region of southern France, Le Petit Nizon is an authentic late-18th-century Provençal country house, listed as a Site Patrimonial Remarquable (Remarkable Heritage Site), and carefully restored to welcome weddings, private events and professional gatherings.
Designed as a dedicated reception venue, the estate offers several distinct spaces, allowing each event to unfold at its own pace: a reception room with exposed stone walls, a traditional courtyard, a tree-filled garden and on-site accommodation.
Le Petit Nizon at a glance:
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A versatile 1,722 sq ft / 160m² reception room, featuring exposed stone walls and an illuminated ceiling, ideal for events of up to 100 guests.
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A 3,229 sq ft / 300m² paved courtyard, perfect for activities, cocktail receptions and outdoor dining.
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A shaded garden, ideal for hosting your wedding ceremony.
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5 bedrooms and a self-contained cottage, offering a minimum of 16 sleeping places on site, with several additional accommodation options nearby.
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Personal guidance and support from one dedicated point of contact throughout your event planning.
the provençal garden
A Garden Designed as a Natural Green Theatre
Just beyond the car park, before even reaching the main house and tucked away from view, the garden offers a peaceful, shaded setting dotted with olive trees, cypress trees, lavender and a charming fountain.
It provides an ideal setting for outdoor wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions, photographs, team-building activities or simply enjoying a quiet moment between different parts of your celebration.
The garden at a glance:
- 10,764 sq ft of lawn, carefully selected to suit the local climate.
- A wooden privacy fence, ensuring a secluded and intimate setting.
- Around ten olive trees, cypress trees, lavender and a variety of other plants.
- A traditional Provençal stone fountain, bringing a sense of freshness and tranquillity to the garden.
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the paved courtyard
A provencal courtyard with timeless charm
At the heart of the estate, the Provençal courtyard is where your reception takes on a whole new dimension.
As guests gather for a drink and conversations flow beneath the olive trees, the courtyard naturally becomes the heart of the celebration.
With its distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere, it provides a unique setting for an outdoor reception. Whether you picture a cocktail reception accompanied by the sound of cicadas or dinner beneath twinkling string lights, every moment finds its place here.
At the centre of the courtyard, the mas’s magnificent staircase immediately draws the eye. An iconic feature of the property, it provides a memorable backdrop for some of the day’s most special moments: the couple’s grand entrance, spontaneous group photographs or a procession of guests.
A discreet wood-fired pizza oven completes the setting, offering the perfect opportunity for a lively food experience and convivial conversations.
The courtyard at a glance:
- 3,229 sq ft of beautiful granite paving.
- A staircase with 17 steps, providing an ideal backdrop for group photographs.
- A south-facing orientation, offering shelter from the Mistral wind.
- A wood-fired pizza oven, perfect for adding a special touch to your welcome dinner or farewell brunch the following day.
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The Reception hall
when Charm meets versatility
With its exposed stone walls, this characterful 1,722 sq ft reception room brings an unmistakable sense of charm and authenticity to your wedding or any other celebration.
Heated and air-conditioned, the room hosts the meals, dinners and receptions held at Le Petit Nizon. Its L-shaped layout allows you to arrange the different areas freely, according to the atmosphere you wish to create.
With seating for up to 100 guests, the room is also highly adaptable to smaller gatherings, ensuring that the space never feels too large for your event.
Particular care has been given to the lighting, creating a warm atmosphere that gently enhances your evening.
Finally, the illuminated ceiling adds the finishing touch to this refined setting, beautifully complementing your decorations.
The reception room at a glance:
- 1,722 sq ft of reception space.
- An illuminated ceiling, creating an elegant atmosphere.
- Exposed stone walls with timeless charm.
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GUEST ACCOMMODATION
Stay together, enjoy every moment
Le Petit Nizon offers five spacious double bedrooms and a separate self-contained cottage, accommodating up to six additional guests.
With a total of 16 beds on site, your closest family and friends can stay right at the heart of the estate, allowing everyone to enjoy the celebration without having to travel elsewhere at the end of the evening.
Each bedroom has its own individual character, from traditional Provençal touches to more contemporary styling, while remaining true to the spirit of the property.
All five bedrooms feature a double bed, a private shower room and toilet, as well as a coffee machine and kettle for those slow mornings after a wonderful evening together.
Additional hotels and guesthouses are also available nearby for guests requiring further accommodation.
Accommodation at a glance:
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5 spacious double bedrooms, each measuring at least 20 sqm
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1 self-contained cottage sleeping up to 6 guests
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16 beds in total
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Private shower rooms and toilets
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Coffee machines and kettles in every bedroom
LE PETIT NIZON: A PLACE WITH A STORY
A home with a soul, shaped by its history
Before becoming the welcoming event venue it is today, Le Petit Nizon has lived many different lives. Over the years, the property has served as an agricultural building, an inn, a pizzeria and, most likely, even a traditional silk farm. Each chapter has left its mark, giving the place a unique character and a sense of history that we are keen to preserve through every improvement and renovation. Le Petit Nizon is more than a beautiful setting. It has a soul, and keeping its authentic spirit alive is at the heart of everything we do.
A vision born from experience
The story of Le Petit Nizon began with Alexandra. 3 dir="auto"Having worked as a celebrant for symbolic wedding ceremonies for many years, she often heard couples describe the same difficulty: finding a venue that felt welcoming and intimate, where they could truly enjoy their wedding rather than simply host an event.
She began imagining a different kind of place. Somewhere couples could bring together the people they love and celebrate as they would at home, only on a larger scale. A place where everyone could feel comfortable, where the atmosphere would remain warm and personal, and where the history and character of the property would never be lost.
This is why Le Petit Nizon has never been intended to operate like a large, impersonal event venue. From the very first viewing to the final handover after your celebration, Alexandra is your dedicated point of contact. She takes the time to understand your plans, answer your questions and help you make the most of the estate.
A feeling that pictures cannot quite capture
There is something special about Le Petit Nizon that is difficult to put into words.
The warmth and welcoming atmosphere that greet you as you walk through the entrance are not something photographs or descriptions can fully convey. Yet those who have visited often tell us they felt it as soon as they stepped through the gates and discovered the property. It is this feeling that makes Le Petit Nizon what it is: a place where people come together, where memories are made and where everyone can feel at home.
Le Petit Nizon welcomes you to experience a place that feels just like home, only with more room to celebrate.
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