Thoroughly inspired and relaxed by the Serenity Suite in a restored 19th century Avignon French chateau (and available to book through Haven In), I gathered together a few ingredients for capturing a timeless and tranquil mood.
Today, you’ll find more inspiring interior design from this hotel suite and ideas for creating a calm French inspired look no matter where you call home.
Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
This restored 19th century mansion with five suites for guests, boasts the largest private garden in Avignon, and I hope you’ll be inspired by the timelessly tranquil mood of the relaxing South of France suite.
Rustic Elegance on a Private Terrace
What a peaceful view! Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Peek at a Common Areas in the Chateau
Modern slipcovered chairs in a beautifully moody green-gray painted room. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Built-in bookshelves, French limestone flooring, and warm French grey painted walls create a charmingly timeless and tranquil ambience. A 19th century restored French chateau. Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Photo: Haven In. Timeless interior design inspiration from the South of France.
Modern furnishings in a traditional grand setting. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Stunning French staircase details and a gallery of framed art against French grey walls. A 19th century restored French chateau. Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Photo: Haven In. Gallery wall and Proencal interior design inspiration.
Dining room. Empire style chandeliers float over a rustic farm table surrounded by linen slipcovered dining chairs. Herringbone pattern wood floor, antiques, and neutral color palette sing. A 19th century restored French chateau. Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Photo: Haven In. Rustic elegance and Provencal interior design inspiration.
Soaring ceilings and contemporary artwork. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Serene French Country Bathroom
Airy, neutral, spare and modern bathroom. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Unique vessel sink in a serene and spare bathroom. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Open cubes in a vanity and minimal modern shower. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Interior window in walk-in shower to maximize natural light in a serene, modern, and spare bathroom. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Serene French Country Bedroom
Grey walls monkey art, and billowy white sheer curtains decorate the suite’s bedroom. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Two sets of French doors welcome the outdoors in. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Whimsical white monkeys bring ambient light and playfulness to a bedroom suite. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Additional Sleeping Area in Suite
Modern art and a traditional style French country bed join a modern desk in a hotel suite. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
French country bedroom. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Beautiful classic bust upon a rustic planked wood table. Serene French Country Style interior design inspiration. The Serenity Suite at Avignon Hôtel Particulier. Luxurious and timeless restored 19th century French chateau in the South of France. Provencal romance, traditional architecture, modern French design, unique art, and European antiques. Photo: Haven In.
Ideas for Capturing Serene French Country Style
Color Palettes
Let’s first consider the beautifully serene and very natural color palette employed on the exterior of the chateau. Its calm, quiet, nurturing tones form such a perfect backdrop to the garden’s lush, tropical vibrancy. A creamy limestone color is accented with a green-gray which to me resembles FARROW & BALL French Gray. This pairing of calm colors could work well inside as well. We saw a beautiful example of using Farrow & Ball’s French Gray on interior woodwork in this French farmhouse house tour.
FARROW & BALL French Gray. A soothing green grey. French Gray is really much more green than grey, but characterfully flits between the two depending on the light and time of day. Taking inspiration from French design and wallpapers used in the 19th century, it creates the most relaxed of rooms. This soothing hue is perfect for exterior woodwork and a particular favourite for front doors in our matte Exterior Eggshell, or garden furniture where it sits seamlessly amongst the greenery.
For the creamy limestone color, here’s a pretty one:
An idea for a paint color similar to the warm grey in this hotel suite’s bedroom? BENJAMIN MOORE Ashley Gray is a possibility. I used this color on the walls of our French country kitchen in our prior home. Our kitchen received a ton of natural light from large windows which were left un-dressed, so do keep that in mind when selecting a calm color like this gray.
BENJAMIN MOORE Ashley Gray HC-87. Elegant and rich, this muted shade of gray has a slight olive tint that pairs well with satiny hardwood floors.
The wall color in this serene, modern bathroom seems reminiscent of BENJAMIN MOORE Revere Pewter, a color I have used multiple times, most recently as a glaze (with water) to transform our master bedroom furniture which formerly sported an antique white/pale yellow color.
BENJAMIN MOORE Revere Pewter HC-172. A light gray with warm undertones, this classic shade creates a unifying look that calms and restores. A great transitional color, it’s perfect for an open floor plan.
Serene French Country – Bedroom Decor Ideas
For an elegant, tranquil, and rustic luxe look, consider these bedroom decor and furniture ideas…
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-michele
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How cozy would it be to climb under the covers surrounded by billowing curtains? Such a dreamy room.
Those monkeys would freak me out though. It would be like sleeping with the Flying Monkeys from the Wizard of Oz.
I love the Farrow & Ball French Grey. I have that colour on my fireplace that goes from floor to top of a cathedral ceilng. Love, love, love it!
What I like most about Saturday is that leisurely, second cup of coffee. Mmmm Enjoy your weekend, Michelle! And, keep the beauty coming this way.
hahaha! those monkeys do add energy and whimsy – two elements not all of care to promote in the boudoir! 🙂 i’m so happy you’re taking the day gently. mine started with chores and blossomed into quiet catching up with friends online. now to get out into the beautiful sunlight! 🙂
Tracy
August 18, 2018 / 6:07 pm
Beautiful serene places with calming color palette. I doubt I’ll ever be able to afford such lux to lay this head upon. I voted for you my friend. Positive vibes your way. Peace.
I am crazy about that dining room table, chairs, statue, windows, floor and natural light. I wonder what it feels like at night though? Maybe the garden is lit in a way that it feels cozy? Thanks for reading and bringing so much positive energy here. 🙂
How cozy would it be to climb under the covers surrounded by billowing curtains? Such a dreamy room.
Those monkeys would freak me out though. It would be like sleeping with the Flying Monkeys from the Wizard of Oz.
I love the Farrow & Ball French Grey. I have that colour on my fireplace that goes from floor to top of a cathedral ceilng. Love, love, love it!
What I like most about Saturday is that leisurely, second cup of coffee. Mmmm Enjoy your weekend, Michelle! And, keep the beauty coming this way.
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hahaha! those monkeys do add energy and whimsy – two elements not all of care to promote in the boudoir! 🙂 i’m so happy you’re taking the day gently. mine started with chores and blossomed into quiet catching up with friends online. now to get out into the beautiful sunlight! 🙂
Beautiful serene places with calming color palette. I doubt I’ll ever be able to afford such lux to lay this head upon. I voted for you my friend. Positive vibes your way. Peace.
Tracy
Vintage whimsy by the sea
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Nor will I…which is why it is a treat to tour just for the beauty of it! Thanks so much for the support, friend. xox
The dining room is fascinating! Those old herringbone floors are so perfect and the statue! Wow, powerful!
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I am crazy about that dining room table, chairs, statue, windows, floor and natural light. I wonder what it feels like at night though? Maybe the garden is lit in a way that it feels cozy? Thanks for reading and bringing so much positive energy here. 🙂