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Marseille is an exceptionally charming port town in Provence that boasts stunning surrounding scenery, a gorgeous coastline, a harbour filled with proud yachts, a charming old town full of winding little streets and charming cafés and boutiques, incredible architecture, excellent seafood, and much more besides. The second-largest city in France and a major port in Europe, Marseille has a gritty side and is not quite as picture-perfect as Nice or some of its other neighbouring towns and cities along the Côte D'azur. However, it is full of character and things to see and do and is sure to charm. For our guests who book one of our vacation rentals in Provence, it is a brilliant spot for a day-trip to see some incredible art, eat some delicious food, take in astounding views, visit some dreamy beaches, stock up on some great soap, and more…

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.