Sensorial Immersion & Nature
From Earth to Essence: Experience an authentic perfume plant estate in Grasse.
1 - Know-How
Extraction Techniques
Journey to the source of perfume
Staying at Domaine de la Cascade Parfumée means stepping behind the scenes of the world’s perfume capital. We don’t just grow flowers; we transform them using two ancestral methods, dictated by the nature of the plant itself.
Our workshops include a guided tour of the gardens and a demonstration of distillation or enfleurage (depending on the season and blooming).
To ensure absolute tranquility and privacy for our guests, the Estate is a peaceful haven with access reserved exclusively for those staying with us.
However, we do open our doors to outside visitors for one special occasion: the weekly “Scented Paths” (Chemins Parfumés) tour. This visit is available by reservation only through the Pays de Grasse Tourist Office.
The Alchemy of Distillation
For robust plants: Rose, Lavender, Citrus, Geranium…
In spring and summer, join us around our traditional copper still. During these exclusive workshops, you will discover extraction by steam distillation.
The Experience: Follow the plant’s cycle from manual harvest to the tank, and watch the physical separation of essential oil and hydrolat (floral water) as it exits the condensor.
The Patience of Cold Enfleurage
For fragile or “mute” flowers: Jasmine Grandiflorum and Tuberose.
Some flowers are too delicate to withstand the heat of the still: it is said they “die” if heated. To capture their soul, we practice Cold Enfleurage, an iconic technique in Grasse’s history that has become very rare today.
The Craft: Come observe how we place fresh Jasmine or Tuberose flowers, one by one and by hand, onto grease-coated chassis. Day after day, the fat naturally becomes saturated with their scent to create the “absolute.” A true tribute to patience and precision.
2 - The Botanical
Our Collection Gardens
On our estate of nearly 2 hectares, we have created a true plant mosaic. Far from industrial monocultures, our garden is designed as a conservatory of scents and biodiversity.
The Citrus Grove
This is a treasure that lives all year round. Our collection includes over 60 trees representing 40 varieties of citrus from around the world: Lemon, orange, pomelo, mandarine, Yuzu, Combava, Buddha’s Hand..
Winter: The brilliance of ripe fruits.
Spring: The intoxication of Bitter Orange blossoms (Neroli).
All Year Round: The green scent of “Petitgrain” from crushing the foliage.
The Rose Garden
While the Rose Centifolia (May Rose) is the star of distillation, our passion has led us to plant a botanical collection of over 70 varieties of roses. Unlike traditional fields, our rose garden offers continuous blooming from April to October. Come test your “nose” and try to distinguish the peppery, fruity, or lemony notes of each species.
3 - Our Harvest Calendar
Nature sets the pace. Here is what you can discover depending on the date of your stay.
Spring
April to June
Bitter Orange Blossoms (Neroli)
The iconic scent of the French Riviera.
Rose Centifolia
The queen of Grasse (May)
Thyme & Rosemary
The maquis in bloom
Summer
June to August
Lavender & Clary Sauge
Deep blues and amber scents.
Verbena & Geranium Rosa
Lemony and rosy freshness
The Summer Vegetable Garden
Tomatoes, basil, and sun-ripened vegetables.
Autumn
August to October
Jasmine Grandiflorum & Tuberose
White flowers with captivating scents.
Rose Rebloom
The collection continues to flower.
Grape
For an incomparable fruit juice at breakfast
Winter
& All Year Round
Citrus
Fruit harvest (winter) and leaf distillation.
Olives
Harvesting olives (winter) and pressing olive oil at the mill. Salting table olives
Bay Laurel & Eucalyptus
All Year Round : Distillation of evergreen foliage.
4 - The Taste : From the Garden to the Plate
Nature sets the pace. Here is what you can discover depending on the date of your stay.
The Taste of the Real :
Our Provençal Vegetable
Here, the menu is written in the garden. In addition to perfume plants, we cultivate a traditional vegetable garden where heirloom tomatoes, zucchinis, eggplants, … and a collection of mints grow in the sun.
Locavore Table d'Hôtes
In the evening, find these products at our table. Picked at maturity that very morning, the vegetables reveal a forgotten flavor, simply enhanced by our olive oil and the estate’s aromatic herbs. Healthy, vibrant, and transport-free cuisine.
5 - Water & Well Being : A Source of Serenity
At the Domaine, water is omnipresent. Pure and alive, drawn directly from our natural spring, it irrigates our gardens via an efficient drip system and is at the heart of your relaxation.
Spring Water Pool
Dive into water of rare purity. Our infinity pool is entirely fed by our spring.
Absolute Softness: Treated with salt (no chemical chlorine), the water is gentle on the skin and eyes.
Breathtaking View: Swim facing the horizon in harmony with nature.
Eco-Responsible Hot Tub
Relax in our outdoor jacuzzi (7 seats), heated virtuously. We use a water-to-water heat pump that draws its calories directly from the spring water to maintain an ideal temperature, in all seasons, with minimal environmental impact.
Massage Area
To perfect the experience, entrust your relaxation to expert hands. By appointment, we welcome professional practitioners to our dedicated space for tailor-made massages.
Domaine de la Cascade Parfumée
81 rue Jeanne Jugan
06130 Grasse, France
T: + 33 4 22 48 04 04
M: contact@cascadeparfumee.fr
2 km from the center of Grasse,
world capital of perfume
33 km from Nice Côte d’Azur international airport
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