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Biarritz is one of the most beloved coastal cities in all of France (which is saying something!) and a name that most have likely heard before, but if you have only a vague sense of the place and are wondering about what exactly has cemented its reputation as a perfect seaside destination then read on! Browse our vacation rentals in Biarritz and then let us inform you all about why this stunning gem of a seaside resort is so famous and why it is the perfect spot for your next getaway in France...

Not far from the famous seaside resort of Saint-Tropez, along the beloved Côte d'Azur, you will find the charming village of Port Grimaud. Only around fifty years old, this resort was conceived and designed by its architect, François Spoerry, built as a lakeside port town that would make for a dream escape. Nicknamed the, “Little Venice of Provence,” it boasts elegant canals and a colourful port that allow visitors to enjoy both a taste of the Floating City and all of the beaches and chic pleasures of a break on the French Riviera. Our villa, Indigo is the perfect base from which you can enjoy this unforgettable town and the wider Azure Coast.

Located just outside the resort, 5km from the centre of Grimaud, and only 1.4km from the sea, the stunning Indigo is a beautiful luxury villa with all of the ingredients necessary for a dream getaway on the coast. Sleeping eight guests in four bedrooms, with three bathrooms, the villa has neatly manicured grounds with incredible amenities, a pretty exterior that is typical of the region, spacious interiors, air-conditioning, WIFI, and all of the mod-cons that you could need for your comfort and convenience. 

Brittany is well-known for her seaside resorts and cities, for gorgeous beaches and excellent surfing. Those who want to enjoy a vacation in Brittany, therefore, will have plenty of different destinations – each with their own charms and unique selling points to recommend them. Lately, however, we have a bit of a thing for the pretty seaside town of Carnac, on a peninsula on the southern coast of Brittany, halfway between the medieval town of Vannes and the seaside resort of Quiberon. Boasting a long history, several gorgeous beaches, ample activities to enjoy, wonderful wellness facilities, and some interesting local sights and attractions, Carnac is a popular tourist destination for good reason.

The three main things for which the area is known are, without a doubt: the beaches, the Carnac Stones, and the spas, so here is a guide to the main attractions that make booking a vacation rental in Carnac a great idea!

Deauville is distinguished by its title as the closest seaside resort to Paris. An upscale resort town made famous as a tourist destination in the 19th century and composed of pretty buildings typical of the region, it is located in Normandy on the so-called Côte Fleurie (Flowery Coast). Incredibly chic and boasting a race course, a gorgeous harbour bobbing with boats and yachts, a Grand Casino, two film festivals, a long list of famous visitors, and many films and works of art made or set in the town, Deauville is both lovely and fascinating. Villa Deauville, a charming historic home set within this gorgeous town is one of the distinctly pretty buildings in the area and is found right in the centre of town, just 900m from the sea. Sleeping up to ten guests in five bedrooms with three bathrooms, this stunning villa has availability still for July and August, making it an ideal place to enjoy both a perfect seaside holiday in France and day-trips into Paris.

There are many towns in France that were made famous throughout the centuries by boasting a loveliness that captured the eyes and imaginations of some of the most renowned and celebrated artists in the history of art. These towns already have impressive looks and plenty more going for them but if you are planning a vacation in France and you also want to enjoy particularly stunning places with a painterly beauty, then they really are a must. Plus, if you are an art history fan and an art-lover then these spots are not only like pilgrimage destinations of a sort but they might also inspire a great work of your own. So, follow these famous names to some of France’s most breath-taking towns...