Archive for 'Parks & Gardens in France'

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:

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Giverny is a famously idyllic town that is today best-known as the location of Monet’s beautiful and immortalised home and gardens. In addition to this main attraction, the pretty town itself, the surrounding landscapes, and several other museums and destinations associated with various other Impressionist artists who came and worked in Giverny, make it a pretty magical place to spend a day. Many who find a vacation rental in Paris take a day train out to the town and return in the evening but also if you have found a holiday rental in Normandy, the region in which Giverny is located, it is well worth setting aside time to plan a day-trip to this impossibly picturesque corner of the world. 

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Provence is famous for her lavender and sunflowers and lush rolling fields, for the Alps towering comfortingly in the background and meadows full of wildflowers between snow-capped peaks, for impossibly blue waters lapping gorgeous beaches and framed by fragrant Mediterranean greenery. The region is home to endless historic homes and excellent parks and wonderful gardens, in addition to this amazing natural and agricultural bounty that blankets the area. Among all of the gardens of Provence, however, the Domaine du Rayol stands out as one of the more unique and special examples of this wonderful marriage of manmade and natural beauty. If you are a fan of gardens or pretty views (or great food) and you have found a holiday rental in Provence, then it is certainly a must-see!

Domaine du Rayol (also known as the Jardin botanique du Rayol and the Parc botanique à Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer) is a botanical garden and arboretum that is located in the commune of Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, right on the coast. Listed as a Remarkable Garden of France by the Committee of Parks and Gardens of the Ministry of Culture of France, it is the most famous attraction in the area and a wonderful place to spend some time, wandering around, admiring plants from all over the globe in one destination while on holiday in Provence.     Read More

Nice is a stunning seaside gem of a city on the French Riviera that boasts endless things to see and do. It is steeped in history and culture, has picture-perfect strands for days at the beach, offers a vibrant foodie scene, has a charming old town where there is an excellent daily market, boasts plenty of museums and attractions, has hot and sunny summers, and much more besides. A villa in Provence-alpes-côte D'azur or a vacation rental in Nice, in particular, is certain to ensure an excellent holiday full of relaxation, gorgeous surroundings, and joyous memories.

The many famous charms and the relaxing allure of the slow pace of life in Nice are such, however, that it can be easy to miss out on the many attractions that one can discover in the city. If you're the type to keep active, you like to pencil lots of things into your itinerary while travelling, or you're looking for a few nice outings to enjoy during your stay in the city, then we suggest a visit to the Parc Phoenix while you are in town. This wonderful garden is packed with beautiful blooms, vibrant exotic birds, and stunning features and is just the thing for kids, families, those fond of gardens, anyone interested in photography and capturing pretty places, and both those looking for an active day out or a relaxing excursion. Whether you're darting around the grounds in excitement at all there is to see or just going for a relaxed stroll in an especially lovely setting, this stunning little corner of the world is just the thing.     Read More