THE CASTLE & ITS HISTORY

This former manor house, built in the 19th century on the Meï-Lésé hill, is set in a park of palm trees and oleanders overlooking the bay, where the scents of the seaside and the pine forest mingle. Once farmland, vines and fruit trees were harvested in the grounds of this grand residence, much to the delight of the notable owners who made it their home throughout the 20th century.

From mansion to hotel, extended and embellished by its various owners over more than two centuries, statues, sculptures and balusters are in perfect harmony in this 4-star hotel, with its surprisingly rich heritage.

Franck and Laurianne, the happy owners of Le Meï-Lésé, have succeeded in making its elegance and charm flourish, subtly blending past and present to offer visitors all the soul of a 4-star hotel steeped in history.

XIXth
Villa Berthet was built in the heart of the Meï-Lésé hill, and belonged to a well-known local sericulturist. It included farmland, vines and fruit trees, a mansion and a small house for the janitors, and a farm.
XIXth
1911
Mr. Berthet decided to transform the "master house" by enlarging it on the east side with a square tower, a project entrusted to the estate's resident architects: Mrs. Chevallet Father & Son.
1911
1925
The house was sold to Mr. Madinier, a prominent Lyonnais, well established in the village, who entrusted the farming of vines and fruit trees to the farmers. For over 40 years, they enjoyed the house, gardens and pond every vacation.
1925
1943-1944
The Germans occupied the villa, which they appreciated for its panoramic view of the bay and village.
1943-1944
1965
After several subdivisions and the creation of the Val de Mer housing estate, the Madinier family sold the house and gardens. A succession of owners followed.
1965
1981
The house became a hotel, which fell into disrepair, until Franck and Lauryanne bought it in October 1996.
1981
1996
Lauryanne recognized this and instantly fell in love with La Croix-Valmer and its setting, and her desire to acquire the property never left her.
. In October 1996, they renovated the manor house, gardens and swimming pool from top to bottom, restoring the sleeping beauty to its former glory and sharing it with travelers who come to stay;
1996
Today
Franck and Lauryanne have constantly improved the place while preserving its authenticity.
Today
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