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LE PATIO
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LE PATIO DE SOPHIE is an intimate boutique hotel right in the heart of Sisteron,
a medieval town full of character where the charm of the past blends with the soft lines of the present.
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE is an intimate boutique hotel set in the heart of the countryside,
on the outskirts of the hilltop Provençal village of Valernes.
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LE COTTAGE
DE SOPHIE
LE
PATIO
DE SOPHIE
Three charming adjoining village houses in the heart of Sisteron
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LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE
A haven of peace in
a magnificent farmhouse
with a swimming pool
UNUSUAL ARCHITECTURE IN THE HEART OF THE MEDIEVAL TOWN
The PATIO of SOPHIE, which has grown together from three old houses, is characterised by magnificent staircases, old carved doors, mosaics, tiles and beams, sometimes worthy of a small Provençal palace from 1001 nights. The evocative name of this little gem was chosen above all because of the courtyard, which is the most unusual feature of the house. It is flooded with light and provides access to pleasant living spaces, rooms and suites.
The PATIO de SOPHIE offers 12 comfortable rooms and suites from 26 to 44 m2, for overnight, weekend or weekday stays. As an interior designer, I wanted to create a trendy, warm and refined interior. I am delighted that you have a beautiful adventure in the heart of Sisteron and invite you to share beautiful and strong moments of life in the PATIO.
Creation, decoration, graphic design, photography, writing... these are my passions. I like to share them.I am in love with beauty, objects, materials and light.I live them. For me, photography is the privilege of being able to immortalise them. It sublimates them, captures eternity in a brief moment.The moment when the eye, the gaze stops.It is this moment that I want to pass on.To make the beautiful accessible, joyful, luminous. I would like to tell you a story for which I have no words.
As Jean d'Ormesson said: "All the happiness in the world lies in the unexpected".
I wish you much of it.
* Stairs old village house. The rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floor from the reception or from the patio. No lift. Some rooms overlook the shopping street and restaurants. The facility is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
LE PATIO DE SOPHIE is here to look after you,
whether it’s a delicious breakfast, drinks service or your wellbeing with massages and fitness facilities. Guests have access to the COTTAGE’s
swimming pool.
GARAGE & BYCYCLE STORAGE
Private garage with space for 1 to 2 cars and several motorbikes – €12 per day. First come, first served, based on the booking date. Charged if booked but not used. Free bicycle storage at the bottom of the hotel. At your own risk
FRENCH ART DE VIVRE AND SIMPLICITY
Breakfast is a special time to continue enjoying the surroundings and prepare yourself for a day in great shape. We offer both savoury and sweet options, as well as fresh, locally sourced products, including our homemade fruit salad that everyone loves.
The breakfast room invites you to start your day with a moment of calm and indulgence, between two chandeliers and décor combining exposed beams and stone walls. This room can also accommodate small group meetings, friends or families and/or professional gatherings.
- Organic Earl Grey, Green or Black Tea from Dammann Frères
- Double Nespresso coffee
- Nesquick hot chocolate
- Semi-skimmed milk
- Fresh orange juice
- Homemade seasonal fruit salad
- White bread and seeded bread
- Pastries (chocolate and raisin bread, croissants)
- Apricot, strawberry, raspberry, fig and honey jams and Alain Milliat spreads
- Butter
- Whole milk yoghurt and Daddy sugar
- Two fried, scrambled or boiled eggs
- Milk chocolate muesli
- Cold meats and/or cheese
- A slice of homemade cake.
€24/adult, €16/child.
An à la carte drinks service is also available in our bar or via room service. The PATIO lounge welcomes you during the day or in the evening for a moment of relaxation.
WELLNESS MOMENTS
Enjoy the benefits of a massage whose primary goal is to rebalance your energies, take care of your health and restore your well-being. To do this, we are delighted to collaborate with CHRISTIANE, a practitioner and magnetiser, who combines her expertise in energy healing with a personal gift that allows her to sense areas of imbalance and relieve them.
WELL-BEING MASSAGE
50 minutes - 95 €TTC / 1 person
WELLNESS MASSAGE & MAGNETISM
RE-ENERGISING MASSAGE
60 minutes - 115 €TTC / 1 person
WELL-BEING MASSAGE
2 x 30 minutes (separately) - 130 €TTC / 2 persons
The small fitness room, located on the first floor of the PATIO, is open from 8.00 am to 9.00 pm every day. Free access subject to availability.
EXERCISE BIKE - WALKING/RUNNING MAT - EXERCISE BENCH
YOGA MATS, STEPPER, DUMBBELLS
ACCESS TO THE SWIMMING POOL
For any stay of more than 2 nights at the PATIO, you can visit the COTTAGE to enjoy the swimming pool and services such as drinks, meals, bike hire and pétanque. Access for 1 or 2 people, including pool towels – €12 per day.
FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER DURING OPENING HOURS
OTHER SERVICES
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Free Wi-Fi (fibre)
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Booking restaurants, taxis and hairdressers
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Tourist brochures and information
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Baby cot and toiletries kit available – €12
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Toothbrush and toothpaste – €2
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Slippers – €3
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Extra towel – €5
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Bathrobe – €7
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Ironing area, iron, sewing kit
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Laundry service (machine wash) – €12
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Small pet supplement – €12
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Bouquet of roses in room – €20
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Bottle of rosé champagne in room (37.5 cl) – €32
12 CONFORTABLE ROOMS AND SUITES
You will love the chic and timeless décor of our rooms, the smallest of which is 18 m² and the largest 44 m². All the comforts are there: beds, mattress toppers and soft blankets, French Jacquard towels, welcome products (shower gel, shampoo, cosmetics set, tissues), courtesy tray (kettle, tea, coffee, water jug), TV (some connected), free Wi-Fi, luggage rack, hangers, safe, extra pillows and blankets...
For the well-being of our planet, and to save energy, we ask you to leave towels on the floor only if you wish to have them changed during your stay. Please also let us know if you would like us to change your sheets. Our reception and cleaning products are eco-labelled and/or have recyclable packaging. We have replaced plastic water bottles with carafes. Thank you for your contribution.
BAUME - bed 160x200 - 25 m2
The BAUME room, located on the first floor of the Patio, is a cosy little cocoon. The bed, set on a raised platform, makes you forget that this very old room has a sloping terracotta tile floor, which is part of its charm.
However, the BAUME room is not suitable for elderly people and/or those with mobility difficulties, precisely because of the platform.
- Can communicate with the POMMIER room
- Electric radiator
- Mobile ventilation (columns)
POMMIER - bed 160x200 - 26 m2
The POMMIER room, located on the first floor, stands out for its high ceiling, antique terracotta tiles and brightness thanks to two very large windows. Its small bathroom is closed off by a modern sliding door, giving it a ‘workshop’ feel.
- Can communicate with the BAUME room
- Electric radiator
- Fixed and mobile ventilation (ceiling and column)
- Can communicate with the CITADELLE room
- Electric radiator
- Fixed and mobile ventilation (ceiling and column)
PROVENCE - bed160x200 - 27 m2
The PROVENCE room, located on the second floor, decorated in black, blue and beige, is a low-ceilinged room with undeniable charm, featuring a fireplace and a sliding workshop-style door separating the bathroom, all in a very bright Provençal atmosphere.
MIEL - bed 160x200 - 27 m2
The MIEL room is located at the rear of the establishment. On the ground floor next to the lounge, this honey-toned room also features a black and white colour scheme, in homage to Miss Chanel. Its high ceilings, chandelier, modern bathroom, autumnal wallpaper and posters give it a timeless chic.
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Connected television
- Mobile ventilation (columns)
Suite LAVANDE - bed 160x200 - 32 m2
The LAVANDE suite is located at the rear of the hotel. On the first floor, combining shades of blue with trendy furniture, it offers all the comforts you need for a pleasant stay. You will appreciate the queen-size bed, the sitting area/extra bed for children up to 10 years old, the desk and, above all, the lovely little bathroom.
- Extra bed 80x170 for 1 person under 12 years old
- Electric radiators, towel dryers
- Connected TV
- Mobile ventilation (columns)
Suite BUECH - bed 160x200 - 40 m2
The BUECH suite, located on the 2nd floor, consists of a bedroom, a small lounge with an office area, and an extra bed for a child up to 16 years old. The terracotta tiles add a traditional touch, with brown, black, beige and white wall colours lending this suite warmth and charm.
- Extra bed 80x190 for 1 person under 17 years old
- Electric radiators
- Fixed air conditioning + mobile ventilation (column)
BLÉ - bed 180x200 - 39 m2
The BLE room draws its originality from its entrance, where the bathroom is separated by a glass wall. The room, located below, has a small sitting area and a very large double bed, all in relaxing shades of linen, beige, black and white.
- Electric radiators
- Fixed air conditioning + mobile ventilation (column)
DURANCE - bed 180x200 - 37 m2
The DURANCE room is located at the rear of the hotel. On the second floor under the eaves, combining warm tones with trendy furniture, it offers every comfort for a pleasant stay. You will appreciate the king-size bed, the sitting area, the desk and the modern and cosy bathroom.
However, the DURANCE room may not be suitable for elderly guests and/or those with mobility issues (high floor).
- Electric radiators, smart TV
- Fixed air conditioning + mobile ventilation (column)
- Can connect to the PROVENCE room
- Terrace
- Electric radiator
- Fixed air conditioning + mobile ventilation (column)
CITADELLE - bed 160x200 - 33 m2
The CITADELLE room, unusual by nature, offers you an adventure between heaven and earth. Lying in bed, you can admire the Citadel of Sisteron. Separated by an XXL glass roof, the bathroom oscillates between modernity and traditional terracotta tiles. 5 m² shaded terrace.
However, the CITADELLE room may not be suitable for elderly people and/or those with mobility issues (high floor, narrow staircase).
OLIVIER balneo - bed 180x200 - 44 m2
The OLIVIER suite, located on the first floor, is full of cosy corners where you can relax: the entrance hall, the cosy lounge with office area and the bedroom with a king-size bed are complemented by a luxurious bathroom (two-seater balneotherapy/light therapy bath, extra-flat shower). Small furnished terrace.
- 2-seater whirlpool bath/light therapy
- Terrace
- Smart TV
- Electric radiators
- Fixed and mobile ventilation (ceiling and columns)
- Available for direct booking during low season (October to end of May)
- Electric radiator
- Mobile ventilation (columns)
SOLO 1 - bed 160x200 - 18 m2
The SOLO single room, whose only window overlooks the interior patio, is reserved for single travellers and/or business travellers. Cosy and comfortable, it offers all the charm and comfort you need for a pleasant stay. Shower cubicle, washbasin area and separate toilet.
SOLO 2 - bed 140x190 - 20 m2
The SOLO 2 room for 1 person, 20 m², is reserved for single travellers and/or business travellers. Located at the top of the Patio, it offers an unobstructed view of the Durance river. Its small bathroom has a shower, washbasin and toilet. Kitchenette with fridge, kettle and microwave. Blackout blind.
- Available for direct booking and during low season (October to end of May).
- However, the PATIO SOLO 2 room is not suitable for elderly guests and/or those with mobility issues due to the stairs.
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Kitchen (hob, fridge, microwave, kettle)
- Mobile ventilation (columns)
A CORNER OF PARADISE
TO RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE, a charming hotel with 6 rooms and suites, is located on the road between Sisteron and the hilltop village of Valernes in the Alpes de Haute Provence. It is a stone building surrounded by two hectares of nature, with breathtaking landscapes and a 360° view. All this just 4 km from the centre of Sisteron.
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE was created from the combination of a farm dating back to 1660 and a more recent goat farm. The reception area and open kitchen have taken their rightful place in what used to be the cheese dairy. This huge room invites you to share a moment of calm in a wonderfully convivial space. When the weather does not allow you to sit outside, breakfast and meals are served here.
The 12 m x 4 m heated swimming pool, facing south, is available from May to the end of September. Additional towels are provided for your swimming sessions.
A magical setting for this little corner of paradise where nature reigns supreme. There is a 7-kilometre walking trail starting from the COTTAGE, so you don’t need to take the car.
The property can be hired for private use.
I look forward to sharing this second adventure in the Sisteron-Buëch region with you and invite you to enjoy beautiful and wonderful moments at the Cottage.
Single-storey house with one floor.
Swimming pool.
Children under 7 not permitted.
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE is here to look after you, whether it’s a delicious breakfast, a drinks and meal service, or your wellbeing with massages, cycling, pétanque or even a picnic for your walk.
PARKING & BYCYCLE STORAGE
Free access to the property’s car park. Secure storage for bicycles.
FRENCH ART DE VIVRE AND SIMPLICITY
Breakfast is a special time to continue enjoying the surroundings and prepare yourself for a day in great shape. We offer both savoury and sweet options, as well as fresh, locally sourced products, including our homemade fruit salad that everyone loves.
The breakfast room invites you to start your day with a moment of calm and indulgence, between two chandeliers and décor combining exposed beams and stone walls. This room can also accommodate small group meetings, friends or families and/or professional gatherings.
- Organic Earl Grey, Green or Black Tea from Dammann Frères
- Double Nespresso coffee
- Nesquick hot chocolate
- Semi-skimmed milk
- Fresh orange juice
- Homemade seasonal fruit salad
- White bread and seeded bread
- Pastries (chocolate and raisin bread, croissants)
- Apricot, strawberry, raspberry, fig and honey jams and Alain Milliat spreads
- Butter
- Whole milk yoghurt and Daddy sugar
- Two fried, scrambled or boiled eggs
- Milk chocolate muesli
- Cold meats and/or cheese
- A slice of homemade cake.
€24/adult, €16/child.
DRINKS BY SELF-SERVICE
Friendliness and trust are the hallmarks of the COTTAGE : the fridges containing drinks and ice cream are available for you to help yourself to in the lovely kitchen.
DURING OPENING HOURS
TASTING PLATTERS
Lunch or dinner on site : we offer light or gourmet set menus comprising charcuterie and cheese platters, local and regional produce, and seasonal salads from the market. See the menu opposite.
Full platter: €35 incl. VAT per person (of which VAT is €3.18), excluding drinks. Not included in the room rate.
BOOKING RECOMMENDED
WELLNESS MOMENTS
Enjoy the benefits of a massage whose primary goal is to rebalance your energies, take care of your health and restore your well-being. To do this, we are delighted to collaborate with CHRISTIANE, a practitioner and magnetiser, who combines her expertise in energy healing with a personal gift that allows her to sense areas of imbalance and relieve them.
WELL-BEING MASSAGE
50 minutes - 95 €TTC / 1 person
WELLNESS MASSAGE & MAGNETISM
RE-ENERGISING MASSAGE
60 minutes - 115 €TTC / 1 person
WELL-BEING MASSAGE
OTHER SERVICES
-
Free Wi-Fi (fibre)
-
Booking restaurants, taxis and hairdressers
-
Tourist brochures and information
-
Toothbrush and toothpaste – €2
-
Slippers – €3
-
Extra towel – €5
-
Bathrobe – €7
-
Ironing area, iron, sewing kit
-
Laundry service (machine wash) – €12
-
Bouquet of roses in room – €20
-
Bottle of rosé champagne in room (37.5 cl) – €32
6 CONFORTABLE ROOMS AND SUITES
You will love the chic and timeless décor of our rooms, the smallest of which is 25 m² and the largest 60 m². All the comforts are there : beds, mattress toppers and soft blankets, French Jacquard towels, welcome products (shower gel, shampoo, cosmetics set, tissues), courtesy tray (kettle, tea, coffee, water jug), TV (some connected), free Wi-Fi, luggage rack, hangers, safe, extra pillows and blankets...
RIBIERS - bed 160x200 - 25 m2
The RIBIERS room, located in the old part of the Cottage on the south side, is a little gem of tranquillity, combining wood, beige, black and white, with a superb French ceiling and a privileged view of the swimming pool. Its bathroom is accessed via a very trendy glass roof.
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Mobile ventilation (column)
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Mobile ventilation (column)
VALERNES - bed 160x200 - 25 m2
The VALERNES room, located in the old part of the Cottage, facing north, is a cosy little cocoon, with honey-coloured beams, delicate flowers and shades of olive green. Its small bathroom is a gem that invites you to pamper yourself.
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
SIGOYER - bed 160x200 - 30 m2
The SIGOYER room, located in the old part of the Cottage on the north side, is a cosy room offering luxury and comfort. Its bright bathroom has a lovely two-seater spa bath.
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
- Balneo bath 2 places
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Mobile ventilation (column)
VAUMEILH - bed 180x200 - 30 m2
The VAUMEILH room, located in the old part of the Cottage, facing south, is a bright, cool room that combines the charm of exposed beams with the modernity of a glass roof. Its bathroom makes it a place to relax and enjoy life.
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Mobile ventilation (column)
MISON balneo - bed 180x200 - 50 m2
The MISON suite, located in the old part of the Cottage, on the south side facing the swimming pool, has three magnificent rooms: an entrance hall with a lounge and dining area, a bedroom with a very comfortable 1.80 m double bed, and a fresh and bright bathroom with a stylish round balneotherapy bath.
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
- Lit supplémentaire 80x190 pour 1 pers < 12 ans
- Baignoire balnéo 2 places
- Electric radiator, towel dryer
- Mobile ventilation (column)
UPAIX suite - bed 180x200 - 60 m2
The very large UPAIX suite is a little gem of space and serenity. With a view overlooking the pool, it offers all the comforts you could wish for: a lounge area, table, desk, large-screen TV, and a beautiful bathroom where the stone walls retain all their beauty. Three extra beds downstairs and on the mezzanine can accommodate up to three children or teenagers (aged 7 to 21).
This room is not air-conditioned, as the thick old walls of the Cottage and the plane trees to the south are sufficient to keep the house cool.
PRIVATISATIONS
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE welcomes you for a business meeting, a christening, a birthday, a hen party, as well as all the groups we regularly host here : classic car enthusiasts, cyclists, motorcyclists, walkers ...
Please do not hesitate to contact us for a quote or to book a date.
WEDDINGS
LE COTTAGE DE SOPHIE welcomes you for the happiest day of your life. The 2028 and 2029 wedding calendars will open on 1 January 2027.
Please feel free to contact us and arrange a meeting to discuss booking LE COTTAGE as well as LE PATIO to accommodate your guests.
