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Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon

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A cozy living room with a white sofa, a wooden ceiling, and a stone wall.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, stone walls, a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining table, and potted plants.
A spacious room with a pool table, a sofa, and a wooden cabinet. There are potted plants and a stone wall.
A spacious room with a vaulted ceiling, stone walls, and a large wooden table.
A rustic kitchen with exposed wooden beams, a central island with storage drawers, and a built-in oven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • Your own private chef

    One of the few properties offering private chef services.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Palais des Papes
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Avignon, Vaucluse
  • Place, Avignon Festival
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Avignon Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Palais des Papes
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avignon (AVN-Caumont)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon

This apartment building features laundry facilities and a living plant wall. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 840071922822N
Property # 2194265a
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Avignon

Avignon City Centre, a neighbourhood in Avignon, is home to this apartment. Musée Calvet and Collection Lambert are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Halles d'Avignon and Marché Paysan de Châteaurenard. Avignon Ferris Wheel and Parc du Cosmos are also worth visiting.
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Avignon, Vaucluse

What's nearby

  • Rue de la Republique - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Place de l'Horloge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avignon Festival - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Avignon Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palais des Papes - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Avignon Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Avignon (AVN-Caumont) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪D'Ici et d'Ailleurs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinocchio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grand Cafe Baretta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar du Change - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$2,881, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Loft in a 13th-century church in the heart of Avignon located?

Located in Avignon City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Rue de la Republique, Musée Angladon and Musée Lapidaire. Temple Saint Martial and Place de l'Horloge are also within 5 minutes. Avignon Central Station is 8 minutes by foot and Villeneuve-les-Avignon Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Perfect location for my two teenagers and me in the center of Avignon. Very easy check in with Tommy- he meet us at the apartment and showed us where everything in the apartment was. The rooftop deck was just wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you Peggy for your great review. Happy to know you did not suffer from the heat we were still facing last week.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Highly recommend. The hosts were so helpful and easy to reach. The only thing to be aware of is three flights of stairs and no elevator. That can be tough with luggage, but wasn’t a deal breaker at all. I will recommend this place to anyone I know going to Avignon. We loved watching the sunset from the roof with a bottle of wine and listening to the church bells go off throughout Avignon. Truly a magical stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you for being perfect guests 🙏
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an extraordinary stay in this historic, remodeled chapel, originally completed for the Antonin Order in 1290. The history of the building is summarized on a carved sign next to the entrance.Marianne, the owner of the building, recommended walking the .4 mile from the train station. The building is on a pedestrian-only lane. She was unsure that a taxi or Uber would be an option. The walk was easy and provided a nice introduction to Avignon.Marianne gave us a tour of the building and shared its history and architectural features.If you have any physical limitations, be aware that there are 55 relatively shallow steps up from the entrance. An additional 16 steps on a narrow, curved stairway leads up to the kitchen and dining area, but a sturdy rope “banister” ensures safe climbing. The kitchen has a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, a refrigerator, and enough gear to cook wonderful meals. A Carrefour market is located around the corner.There are two bedrooms. One is spectacular and features a dome with the Antonins’ tau symbol. The design amplifies voices! The second bedroom is smaller with two twin beds.The bathroom features both a bathtub and a shower, two sinks, and a toilet. The washer and dryer are also conveniently located there along with a drying rack.The Place St. Didier square is around the corner and something seemed to always be going on. Central Avignon is very walkable and has a several interesting museums, many of which offer free admission.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2025
Thank you Linda, The distance from the central train station is 400m and 8 Minutes walking. I was not sure you would find a taxi for such a short distance. Yes, it is not a little Chapelle but a real church, 18 m high and no elevator, but there is always a helping hand for the luggage 😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I spent 5 nights at this stunning property. There is something special about going to sleep at night in a former church building that was constructed out of stone more than 800 years ago with exterior walls 6 feet thick; gothic arch windows; a stone spiral staircase connecting the living area with the kitchen and dining area; and a dome concrete ceiling. The property is centrally located to everything within the fortress walls of old Avignon. The hostess Marianne was terrific, assisting with travel logistics, directions, baggage, and restaurant recommendations. We give this property and its proprietress 5 stars.!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you Richard. Did you receive the parcel with the forgotten pants ?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the neatest place we have ever stayed—historical, beautiful, clean, and very special. The host was incredible and took time to connect with us and make us feel welcome. The rooftop area was beautiful, the living space was unique and just plain incredible. We look forward to returning some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond in the rough

We booked this based on reviews and photos
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of my favorite Vrbos of all time! Beautiful, historical and an absolute highlight of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beeindruckend

Die Wohnung als auch die Umgebung waren einfach toll. Wir hatten mit einer schönen Altstadt gerechnet und genau diese plus einem Kulturfestival bekommen. Die Wohnung ist mal etwas anderes, wo kann man schon im Wohnzimmer Federball spielen und gleichzeitig Kultur und Geschichte um sich haben. Die Einweisung war super und wurde auf unseren Wunsch noch um eine Geschichtszusammenfassung des Gebäudes erweitert. Die Stadt war toll und auch die Region bot viele Ausflugsziele.
Abendstimmung im Loft
Morgenstimmung auf der Dachterrasse
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Avignon Apartment

Wonderful host complements spectacular apartment in wonderful in town setting
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you Rob, you were wonderful guests !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous historic loft!

Absolutely loved our stay here! Such a unique location. We are a family of 4 from Canada. Amenities were great, lovely stocked kitchen, and how great is it to play pool and badminton in a 13th century building! Locating parking is a bit of a challenge. We had a car because we were travelling to the south after our stay in Avignon but you certainly don’t need one. The sites and great restaurants are all within walking distance. Marianne is an excellent host and gave us lots of helpful information. Would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Thank you Dawn for your this great review. Happy to know you enjoyed your stay !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and beautiful

This apartment is so charming, unique and well-equipped! The photos are accurate, the kitchen is well-stocked and the host had someone meet us to make check-in simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place

We stayed here for a month. It is a unique and stunning place…every bit as impressive in person than in the pictures, if not more so. Lots of space, comfortable seating and bed, awesome kitchen which is well equipped. You get both a tub and shower as well as two sinks so perfect for a couple. And we were grateful to have a washer and dryer — the latter rarely available in Europe rentals. Everything you need is provided. There was a minor mixup at check-in but the owner took care of it quickly. The woman who cleans gave us the orientation tour. It is fortunate that my husband knew French or we wouldn’t have been able to understand a word. There was a second person we met later whose English is excellent so worth asking for her. It is five flights of stairs which we did not mind. The location is perfect….right in the middle of the old city, ten minutes from the train & bus station. We did several day trips to nearby cities: Arles, Uzes, Ille de las Sorgue, Apt, Nimes, etc. Best VRBO we’ve had out of many!
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2024
Thank you Linda and Delbert for this fab review. I transferred to Sakina, she will be happy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, incredibly unique property

We felt like locals staying in the heart of the old city, in this historic yet super-modern apartment. The location absolutely cannot be beat. Only a five-minute walk from the Avignon market & steps from numerous restaurants. Our hosts were super-attentive, easy to reach with questions, and really accommodating. The apartment is HUGE, with high ceilings and a big kitchen/dining space. The bathroom is equipped with modern everything, and there's also a big washer & dryer. Be aware that you will be walking up a bunch of stairs, and the distance from the bedroom to the bathroom is long in the middle of the night. (You may want to bring a rechargable nightlight or two). A great alternative to any hotel nearby. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Place

We loved the Apt. It was in the perfect location to enjoy Avignon. Check-in was a little confusing but all in all okay. We played pool, backgammon, enjoyed the patio on the roof top, kitchen was great, bathroom area was great. Needs a couple new pool cues, Lots of stairs to climb, main area is a little warmer, but bedroom has its own split unit and was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2024
Happy to learn you enjoyed your stay. I will contact you directly to know what happend for the check-in. Yes, I will get new queues for the billiard! Should be no problem
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastisk miljö

Mycket bra
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2024
Thank you for coming Ulla. It was a pleasure to welcome you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique apartment

We enjoyed our stay during the festival in this most unique historical building. It is truly unique and one of a kind experience. It is also exceedingly large! We will always remember our stay in because of this place. The kitchen is very well equipped and the bathroom was great. We all enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Festival time can be noisy and overcrowded but eventually, the loft did a good balance.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Pied a Terre in Avignon

We had a perfect week in this amazing chapel where Pope Benedict XIII hid in the last days of the Avignon popes. This fabulous apartment has been redone beautifully, while keeping the character of the 13th century structure. The kitchen is very well equipped, the bed is incredibly comfortable, the air conditioning worked great and if you play there is a grand piano in the center of the living room. TV worked great. The bathroom has all the comforts of a five star hotel with lots of towels and a great shower as well as a spa tub. The caretaker Jean Marc was wonderful and even carried our bags up the five flights of stairs to the loft apt! Jean Marc is a chef and we loved cooking with him in the apt. on one of our last nights. The five story walk up did not bother us at all but it's something to be aware of. There are stunning views from a rooftop deck and we loved taking wine and cheese up there. We only have wonderful the NGS to say about this "Loft in a 13th century Church in Avignon"
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO ever!

This beautiful property in the heart of Avignon was the best part of our trip to Provence area. It was the perfect home base for 4 nights for multiple day trips in the area. Marianne was an amazing, attentive host. By the end of our stay we felt truly immersed in the culture. We happened to be there over Easter holiday, so many shops were closed for a few days, which was unfortunate. The apartment itself as way beyond our expectations. Shopping at Les Halles market and cooking in the fully stocked kitchen may have been my favorite part. The hidden gem on the roof was breathtaking. Perfect spot for a family with 2 children. The second bedroom was a little small, so might be tough for 2 couples. There was one bathroom to share but it was huge and that was never an issue. I cannot express how unique and wonderful this property was. You will not regret coming here. I hope to visit again one day!! Thanks Marianne for the amazing hospitality and memories we will cherish.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2024
Thank you Archana for this cascade of compliments ! I would be happy to welcome you again. PS: I am in Thailand and late with my email replies
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mindblowingly memorable

This was the best VRBO we have stayed in worldwide, by a significant margin! It was perfectly located, clean and cleverly decorated. There were so many fascinating idiosyncracies throughout - it was a favorite for both us as a couple and our teenage children. Such a beautiful and meaningful stay proactively engaging host, and comfortable creative surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
Thank you Brian for your excellent review. I had to look up "idiosyncracies" and still, I had not enough time to show you all the hidden details ;-) Happy this place is part of the highlights from your trip to old Europe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent second time

We wanted to come back since stayed here in 2019 and this time didn’t disappoint! Loved it again- we cooked in each night with the delicious food from Les Halles! Can’t wait for third time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2023
Thank you Marcia for your recommandation. Looking forward to welcome you again :-) PS: for additional heat of the canapé space, I will leave a full gaz bottle and the manuel for the fireplace you noticed
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful property. We had an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2023
Thank you Autumn. Happy to know everything worked out well without me 😀
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Entering the property left us literally speechless. The beauty, size, history and attention to detail were beyond words. Our host, Marianne, was wonderful and ensured all our needs were met. It made our stay in Avignon truly memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Thank you Steven for this great review. It was a great pleasure to meet you. I’ll send you the link for the video :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing place

This place is so nice you won't believe your eyes! It is so nice we wanted to just stay in and enjoy the space. Once I saw the fully equipped kitchen and the beautiful dinning space I knew where I wanted to have dinner in every night. I cooked myself but it would be interesting to bring in a chef as well. I took the recommendation of another reviewer and parked at les Halles. (It's 20 euros a day, or 30 for a lost ticket 😉) This is the place to be if you want to enjoy time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you Alex for this great recommandation. I had a chef cooking for private diners, but he needed too many tools and messed up the sink so I stopped. Thank you for the lost ticket tip, would not have found that one myself 😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Loft in a 13th Century Church was magical!

Our stay in The Loft was one of the highlights of our three weeks in France. It is absolutely beautiful, and is well worth the stairs to get there. It has a fully-appointed kitchen, and Mom was delighted to discover that the lovely piano is in tune! The Loft is an easy walk to anything you could need in Avignon. We can’t say enough good about our experience there! Marianne is a superhost for good reason. She was incredibly helpful. She offered to pick up our 90-year-old Mom from the cruise ship, put chairs on the stair landings for Mom, carried our luggage up and down the stairs, give us the history of the building, gave us restaurant suggestions, and even gave us advice when we got sick. We feel like we made a friend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Two daughters leaving theirs families and jobs behind to travel with their 90 year old mom do inspire me a lot ! It was a privilege to meet you, believe me. Your friend Marianne

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