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Var is the department in the wider Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France that is home to many of the area’s most famous, beloved, and glamorous seaside towns and resorts. To the south of the department you will find, stretching along the iconic French Riviera, the likes of Saint-Tropez (a well-known celebrity hot spot), pretty Hyères with its grand medieval castle, and the village of Grimaud with its pastel buildings and canals. Var is also an area of unparalleled natural beauty and is the gateway to the Golden Islands and part of Port Cros National Park.

So, for those looking to sip cocktails in elegant bars, spend days at picture-perfect beaches, or go on some grand adventure, a villa in Var will offer all this and more besides!

Considering a trip to this magical part of the world but not quite sure? Well, here is our list of the ten best things to see and do in the area and just ten reasons to book a holiday rental in Var today:

Located on the north-west coast of France, in the region of Brittany, the charming walled city of Saint-Malo is historic, lovely, and steeped in culture. Now greatly expanded, the city is made up of the preserved and delightful walled old town and the more sprawling new town that expands beyond the port. A place of gorgeous beaches, quaint stone buildings, and wonderful architectural gems and the recognised as the most-visited place in the region, it is the ideal destination for your next vacation in Brittany.

Villa Franca Roc is basically the unparalleled luxury villa in Saint-Tropez. For someone looking to house up to twelve guests in six bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bathrooms, have truly extraordinary views over this famous coastline, have access to impeccable grounds and facilities, and to have the legendary French Riviera at their fingertips, this is the perfect gem.

A spacious and luxurious villa nestled into a hillside and offering unbeatable panoramic views of the enchanting Gulf of Saint-Tropez, this villa in France promises a truly unforgettable vacation experience. Ideally located, it is a mere 4-minute drive from the historic centre of Grimaud, 13 minutes from the legendary village of Saint-Tropez, and just 18 minutes from the pristine beaches of Pampelonne. 

This week, we’re dreaming of a vacation in Corsica and we have been talking about the impossibly charming coastal town of Calvi. In the last post, we discussed the town’s perfect beach as one of its most appealing traits but there are several other excellent reasons as to why Calvi makes for a perfect getaway in France...