Le Fregate Provence

Located next to Le Fregate Provence is Fregate Golf Club, a 27-hole property that overlooks the south coast of France and the Mediterranean Sea. The 27 holes are split into the championship 18-hole course – the Fregate Course – and the 9-hole Fregalon Course. Both were designed by Ronald Fream, who has worked on golf courses across the globe throughout his architectural career.

Fregate Course

The championship Fregate Course sits among vineyards and pine trees, while offering those views of the Mediterranean – it is quintessentially French in its look and feel. It is a good test of golf as well, pushing past the 6,800-yard mark from the tips. Fream's design is one that means you will have to optimise every club in the bag to shoot a good score around the Fregate Course, especially if there is a breeze coming off the Med.

Water only comes into play on two holes on the Fregate Course, but those are arguably the two signature holes on the layout. The 5th fairway runs on a diagonal angle compared to the tee box, making the tee shot, which is played over a water hazard, incredibly tricky. A second lake sits next to the green, and anything left of the putting surface will see you reaching into your bag for another ball. The last hole on the Fregate is not an easy one. There are seven small water hazards down the left side of the green, one that slopes from back to front and where every mistake will be watched on by others in the clubhouse.

Fregalon Course

The Fregalon Course is the 9-hole offering at Fregate Golf Club, and it is a layout that will test your wedges and short game. At less than 2,000 yards, it is not a course that requires length. Instead, accuracy is the key to scoring well on the Fregalon, with holes ranging from 70 to 295 yards. There are seven par 3s and two par 4s on this par 29 course, and it is well worth taking on during your time at Le Fregate Provence.

You can visit Fregate Golf Club's website for more info here (opens in a new tab).

Golf is not the only sporting activity that you can partake in during your time in the south of France. There is a trio of tennis courts to the south of the resort, along with a petanque court and the opportunity to go hiking through the Provencal hills.

For those looking to relax, Le Spa de Fregate by Sothys is the perfect place. Indoors, there is a whirlpool, swimming pool, sauna and relaxation room, along with the outdoor pool which overlooks the 18th hole of the Fregate Course.

There is a great range of treatments from Sothys as well, with two treatment rooms at Le Spa de Fregate, one of which is a couples treatment room. Among the wide range of treatments and massages are sensory experiences, detoxifying, anti-aging and facial treatments, along with sports massages and more.

There is a great range of accommodation on offer at Le Fregate Provence, with stunning views of the vineyards and the unspoilt land that sits around the resort. There are a wide range of rooms and suites in the main hotel, along with a selection of wonderful apartments – Les Bastides. Everyone that stays at Le Fregate Provence will also have full access to the wellness facility, including the sauna, hot tubs and pools.

Rooms & Suites

The Hotel Le Fregate Provence is the place to go for the 100 rooms and suites that are on offer at the resort. These are spaced out across a pair of traditional Provencal buildings, and every offering has its own balcony or terrace, which allows guests to enjoy the evening sunlight whilst overlooking the Mediterranean Sea or the hills of Bandol.

The standard option is the Classic Room, which looks inland. This can come in either a queen or twin style, and provides ample room for a couple to enjoy their time in the south of France. The Superior and Deluxe Rooms are the same size as the Classic Rooms, but offer the views of the Med, and the golf course. There are also Family Rooms that can sleep four people, along with five accessible rooms, with fully trained staff to accommodate those with limited mobility.

The most luxurious option at Hotel Le Fregate Provence are the Suites. These are 40 square metres and come with their own living room separate from the bedroom. The Fregate Suite, with a terrace that provides a panoramic view of the region and the Mediterranean, is the creme de la creme at the Hotel Le Fregate Provence.

Les Bastides

Away from the hotel, Les Bastides provides the perfect spot for larger groups, with a selection of glorious apartments and villas. The apartments all sleep four, and come with their own kitchen, living room area and much more. The villas can sleep six, and some of these come on two floors, with one of the double bedrooms located on the top floor. Les Bastides also has its own private swimming pool, available for only those who are staying in the apartments or villas.

Where is Le Fregate Provence located?

Le Fregate Provence is situated in the southeastern corner of France, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It sits between the towns of Bandol and Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, with the city of Toulon within 15 miles to the east of the resort. The city of Marseille is also within 30 miles of Le Fregate Provence. For those who are also motor racing fans, Circuit Paul Ricard is situated just 15 miles to the north of the resort.

What is the nearest airport to Le Fregate Provence?

Marseille Provence Airport, which sits on the other side of the city of Marseille, is still only a 40-mile drive from Le Fregate Provence. Nice Airport – the fourth busiest in the country – is 100 miles along the coast to the east.

What golf facilities does Fregate Golf Club offer?

Alongside the 27 holes of golf, Le Fregate Provence also has a full-length driving range at the northeast of the property, situated near the first tee. There are three target greens on the range to practice your distance control, while there is also a short game area and putting green as well.

Does Fregate Golf Club offer golf lessons? 

The golf club also has its own golf school, with coaching and tuition available for players of all ages and abilities. As part of the tuition, there are monthly competitions, to see how your progress goes, so it's worth revisiting Fregate to check out how you're doing!

What are the green fees at Fregate Golf Club?

The price of a green fee at Fregate Golf Club changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend.

For more information on current green fees at Fregate Golf Club, visit their website here (opens in a new tab).

What accommodation is on offer at Le Fregate Provence? 

There is a great range of accommodation at Le Fregate Provence, providing something for every party. There are 100 rooms and suites in the Hotel Le Fregate Provence, all with views of either the blue waters or the hills of Bandol, while Les Bastides provides a range of apartments and villas for larger groups.

Are there any other venues on the NCG Top 100s: European Resorts list nearby?

Le Fregate Provence is one of five venues on the NCG Top 100s: European Resorts list that sits in the southeastern corner of France. Barbaroux is the closest to Fregate – around 50 miles from the resort – while Saint Endreol, Terre Blanche and Chateau de Taulane are also within a 100-mile drive.

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