On February 1, 1582, Pierre Verchant, bourgeois of Montpellier, purchased this farm from the Bishop of Montpellier. A farm property belonging to the Abbey of Maguelonne. This farm took the name of its purchaser, Verchant, and still has this name four centuries later. This estate belonged to the Verchant family until 1762, (for 120 years).
On 23 September, 1878, Jules Leenhardt acquired the estate and manor house inspired by the "Montpellier Follies", which had been built in the heart of the unique grounds. He paid particular attention to these grounds, even calling on eminent Swiss landscape architects of the time: the Bühler brothers.
For 122 years, each generation of Leenhardt will bring improvements to this agricultural property.
On May 14, 2002, Chantal and Pierre Mestre acquired this property, which is now located at the gates of Montpellier. The vocation of Verchant is above all to be a family home. The Mestre family saw their children grow up in this prestigious setting.
"Evolve without ever changing" is the motto that inspired our owners Pierre and Chantal Mestre who are celebrating in this year 2022 their 20 years of shared life with Verchant.
A year of adventure in which the rich history of Verchant will be reflected in a contemporary extension in perfect harmony with the existing castle.
The extension of the hotel and the gastronomic restaurant on the side of the Japanese garden, criss-crossed with aromatic species and flowers, will offer a beautiful modernity to the Domaine de Verchant by combining natural stones, raw concrete and glass roof in the heart of nature.
Discover a luxurious hotel complete with a sublime spa and gourmet dining experiences, in the heart of a restored vineyard estate.
