Moulin de la Recense

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€4,600 - €6,900 for Venue Hire
Up to 180
1 Bedrooms
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Description

At the foot of the village of Ventabren, typical of the Aix countryside, this oil mill built mainly in the 18th century and completely renovated in 2005 welcomes you in the shade of its century-old plane trees. A reference address for the quality of its service and the extent of its facilities, it allows the most refined comfort in the organization of your weddings, baptisms, birthdays, seminars, conferences, etc. You will discover the 500 square meters that make up our reception space. You are in the heart of the Mill and you discover its very special character, the large vaults of the main room welcome you into the charm and calm of the art of living in Provence. These vaulted rooms can accommodate up to 250 people for a seated dinner. The gigantic waterwheel which provided its energy to the Mill dominates the room and gives it a monumental and spectacular character. The careful lighting of the room underlines the discreet presence of a Japanese garden. The large bay windows give you access to the outdoor spaces. All areas of the reception rooms have been designed to allow access for people with reduced mobility. In addition to the two main rooms, the Mill includes a small chapel and an office specially adapted to the caterer's work. At the front and back of the Mill, large doors give you access to the Mill gardens. It is generally the place for the cocktail and the reception of guests.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sophie
My name is Sophie and I am the Director of Moulin de la Récense. Hello, I'm Sophie, I want to put you at ease and make your D-day as magical and as stress-free as possible! We have organized more than 700 weddings at the Moulin over the last 20 years. We have seen the model and the process change but what has always mattered to us is the happiness of the bride and groom when they leave the Moulin des Etoiles with their eyes full of joy.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2003
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2

Overview of Moulin de la Recense

Wedding Venue Type
Estate / Country House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
180
Reception Capacity
174
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
1
Bridal Suite
Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
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Wedding Venue Details

Outdoor Reception Space
On-Site Parking
Landscaped Gardens
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Wedding Catering

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Moulin de la Recense

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
€4,600
Maximum Price
€6,900
Depending on the season, prices vary depending on the day of the week and the number of days reserved.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers
Wedding coordinator available on the day

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
€85
Maximum Price
€140
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
No corkage fee
Cutlery included
Table linen included

Reviews for Moulin de la Recense
(14)

Lucie
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
A magnificent place!

The Moulin de la Récense is a magnificent place, it was really perfect for us. The people who work and live there are top notch. Our wedding was magical! I highly recommend this place.

Charlotte
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
A magical place for an unforgettable day!

A big thank you to Sophie for her welcome, her availability and her advice. All our guests were under the spell of the Moulin de la Récense and congratulated us on our choice. Thank you for allowing us to celebrate our union at the foot of the mill stairs, we were able to fully enjoy it!

Thomas
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
A unique place in Provence!

The Moulin de la Récense will remain forever engraved in our minds with its beauty and charm. Seeing all the guests amazed and the place decorated was an unforgettable moment. A very professional and available owner who was able to meet all our expectations. Thank you again for this wonderful day!

Alexis
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
Friendly and attentive owner!

Nice place to celebrate your wedding! Our guests really enjoyed the area. The owner is very friendly and attentive.

Marine et Arthur
Happy couple married in September
December 2023
A magical place!

Le Moulin de la Récense is a MAGICAL wedding venue full of charm. We spent an unforgettable weekend at Sophie's house. We thank you for your availability, your kindness and your professionalism. Both the interior and the exterior are splendid and provide a (beautiful) plan B in case of rain! For brunch, the swimming pool, pétanque, ping-pong and spaces also allow guests to continue the magic of the wedding...

Marjolaine
Happy couple married in April
December 2023
A magical place!

A huge thank you to Sophie! The place is so beautiful and pleasant, we lived a real fairy tale. Special mention also for Will, our manager on the evening of the wedding, who took great care of us and our guests! We slept there in a cozy little nest. Big plus: we stayed at the Moulin for brunch the next day which allowed us to really make the most of it: swimming pool, pétanque, table football and relaxation. The perfect combo to close the wedding!

Marie et Frédéric
Happy couple married in June
December 2023
We would like to relive this moment!

An incredible place, where we held our wedding. Unforgettable moment thanks to the owner, a charming lady who was so kind to us as well as her daughter. This place is full of magic and our guests were as impressed and enchanted by this oil mill as we were. We wish we could relive this moment...

Yasmin Daoud Wedding Planner
Wedding: August
December 2023
We fell in love on the first visit!

From the first visit we had, we fell in love! It's a very charming place which captivated us Sophie is a charming and very professional woman who helped us a lot. I recommend 💯 this site, and of course we will recommend it to all our couples Yasmin Wedding Planner - Design

Nadège et Cyril
Happy couple married in June
December 2023
We spent an unforgettable weekend at the Moulin

We spent an unforgettable weekend at Moulin de la Récense for our wedding. The charm and beauty of the place are not foreign to it but it is above all the welcome, the availability and the excellent advice of Sophie and Baptiste which make the difference. The building and gardens are superb and everything is planned to make the party a success. Our guests were amazed by the place and gave us nothing but compliments.

Kevin Goretti
Wedding: December
December 2023
Superb friendly place with old-world charm!

Superb friendly place, with the charm of stone (old mill). Large indoor and outdoor spaces, to allow the organization of events (such as birthdays, weddings, team building, corporate evenings, CSE Christmas, etc.). Very welcoming manager and staff, high-end buffet dinner and top-notch service. Recommended for large events (parking with lots of spaces just below the estate)

Location & Contact Details for Moulin de la Recense

Wedding Venue Address
153 Route de Coudoux, Ventabren, Bouches-du-Rhône, 13122, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
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What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Make a budget and delegate as much as possible because the most important D-Day is to be available for the people who love us!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

I like it when the bride and groom have nice touches for the comfort of the guests: bottles of water, fans, straw hats, throws, depending on the season..

Describe Moulin de la Recense in 5 adjectives

Country, warm, Provençal, atypical, professional

Where’s the best photo spot at Moulin de la Recense?

The grand majestic staircase in front of the facade

What’s your favourite canapé?

Planchas made in front of customers

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Beautiful AND delicious wedding cakes

What is Moulin de la Recense most unique feature?

An exceptional stone room with a view of the old parts of the mill

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The number of weddings that have taken place with us without any negative feedback from the bride and groom.
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