An unforgettable weekend where time stood still 

Dear friends from America were visiting France in June, so we decided to meet them at the charming and opulently decorated Villa Gallici on 18 Avenue de la Violette, away from the turmoil but still close to the old town of Aix-en-Provence, less than three hours drive from Monte-Carlo.

With lavish interiors, sumptuous fabrics and a poolside under the shade of ancient oak trees, with elegant suites and a Michelin star gastronomic restaurant, Villa Gallici is a Provençal masterpiece.

Its grounds live up to its legend too with their lusciously dense gardens and cypress trees. But I will describe no more, as my photos will speak a thousand words! It is invitation to living life in slow motion enveloped by the magic of Provence. Enjoy the visit!

The lavish interiors

The main entrance at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The pianoforte at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The inviting living room at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The lady and her dog reflected on the mirror at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The lady of the house and her dog at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Perfect for a cup of tea at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

An intimate table for two at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Breakfast table at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Follow me through the living room at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Suite Number 7 at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The baldaquin bed at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The wallpaper in one of the rooms at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Night table in the bedroom at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Suite Number 6 at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Beautiful lamp at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The view from a very comfortable suite at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Lunch al fresco on the sunny terrace

The terrace kissed by the sun at high noon at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The beautiful fountain at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Some delicacies to tempt your appetite at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The lunch menu at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Cuttlery holder at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The table is set for lunch under the trees at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Enjoying a glass of good wine at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Siesta by the pool

The lounge chairs aligned by the pool at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The sun through the Oak trees at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Lounging by the pool at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The jacuzzi in the spa area at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Afternoon walk in the manicured gardens

Entering the gardens at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The manicured gardens at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The statue colored by the passing of time at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The statue in the cave at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The statue caressed by the sun at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

The door to a secret garden at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Rose garden at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Magnificent frescos at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Cherubins at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

A row of red flowers lining hte pathway at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Johnny de Bruno Catalano at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Ballerina at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Balconies at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Ancient pot with flowers at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

A dancer in the garden at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Afternoon siesta at Villa Gallici@CelinaLafuenteDeLavotha

Today’s Quote

“Provence is a country to which I am always returning, next week, next year, any day now, as soon as I can get on a train.” Elizabeth David