Chatel, Alps: Ski chalet apartment near the centre of Chatel with one bedroom sleeps up to 6. Winter skiing holiday accommodation and also ideal for hiking, climbing and mountain biking holidays in the French Alps. Fantastic balcony views over the Chatel slopes and Abondance Valley in the Portes du Soleil ski domain. 2012: Good availability.
Chatel Haute Savoie: 3 room apartment to rent in Chatel in the Alps at Haute Savoie. Sleeps 6. Balcony with a fabulous view to the mountains. Chatel offers all summer sports, including tennis, mountain-biking, walking, swimming, archery, pony trekking and there is white water rafting within 10 miles and water-skiing on Lake Geneva within 20 miles. Who needs a beach or a pool?! EXCELLENT VALUE FOR SUMMER! Available throughout July, August and September except 13 July to 3 August. 2012: Good availability.
Morzine, Alps: Chalet accommodation (catered, sel-catering or B&B) in an old part of town on the outskirts of Morzine with fantastic views up the Vallee des Ardoisieres to Avoriaz. Perfect for winter skiing holidays and Summer walking holidays, swimming in the lake or lido, and hiking in the Alps, or for the even more adventerous; climbing, paragliding, climbing, horse riding, white water rafting.... This ski chalet has 5 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 12 guests. Currently long-term unavailable.
Villas, Gites and apartments for rent in France (click here for the French Riviera Rentals)
Gite: Very picturesque Gite House 3 Bedrooms sleeps 4 - 8. in good location about 15 miles from medieval town of Josselin 2012: Good availability.
Gironde holiday cottage sleeps 10 near La Rochelle and Bordeaux Close to the Gironde estuary with vineyards and small farms nearby, this stone cottage is ideal for large family holidays. With so much to do and the wonderful setting, everyone is sure to go home with happy memories. 2012: Good availability.
Loches: 15th Century town house within the citadelle ramparts. Owned by artists, this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom rental is oposite the Loches dungeon, once 'home ' to Richarch the Lionheart. Free parking in quiet neighbourhood, you can walk to the many restaurants, the owners will happily advise on "routes du vin" and within easy reach of Loire Valley chateaux including Villandry, Chenonceaux, Amboise, Chambord and Samur. Sleeps 4 - 8 2012: Good availability.
Southern Limousin 2 bedroom rental house in Meyssac. A picturesque house in a rural location 3km from the market town of Meyssac near Brive-La-Gaillarde, with gardens, orchard and terraces. Pretty towns, villages and the countryside to explore along the river Dordogne. Rocamadour, Lascaux, Sarlet are within easy reach and Lac du Causse offers sailing, wind surfing and a sandy beach. 2012: Good availability.
French Alps - Summer/Autumn: Traditional style chalet offers B&B or half board holidays in the green mountains before the snow and skiers arrive. Enjoy exhilarating sports or simply enjoy the picturesque villages, towns, lakes and mountains. 2011: Available January 3 - February 19, February 26 - April 30, June 15 onwards and taking bookings for Winter 2011/2012! Please note that not all dates may be available as an exclusive rental, due to prior bookings.
For those that like the alpine walks of the French Alps, hilltop Tuscany rental villas offer fantastic scenery as an alternative holiday destination.
Some prices quoted below may possibly be negotiable.
Inland Bagnol-en-Foret: 3 bedroom villa to rent sleeps 8 located in hilltop village near Grasse and inland from Saint Raphael. Currently long-term unavailable.
Cannes Apartment: 2 bedrooms The apartment is a newly renovated, first floor in a building 'ancien' over an antique shop in the centre of Cannes. 2012: Good availability.
Grasse villa rental: 6 bedrooms with swimming pool and panoramic views towards La Napoule 2012: Good availability.
Mougins near Cannes: Lovely provencal house and separate annex sleep 10 (2 in annex), large pool, air conditioning and vast views. 2012: Good availability.
Central Cannes: Delightful garden studio sleeps 2-4 just off La Croisette. Charming private garden and sun terrace. Very peaceful in quiet exclusive gated road with no noisy traffic and own parking. It even has a hot & cold shower under a secluded bay tree... perfect! Ideal holiday and conference accommodation. 2012: Good availability.
Old Antibes Town: Studio apartment in old Antibes Newly refurbished apartment with the charm of th eold town and easy access to port, market and beach. 2012: Good availability.
Villefranche: Beachfront studio apartment with fantastic view of Villefranche bay and a private garden. You could not be nearer the beach without getting wet. Ideal for a holiday, or for working in an evocative environment - perhaps writing that first novel. Air conditioning and Broadband Internet make this the perfect French Riviera get-away accommodation. Beautifully appointed studio apartment sleeps 1-2. 2011: Available Sept 10 - 24, Oct 15 to 22, Nov 19 to Dec 22, Dec 28 onwards. Taking bookings now for 2012.
Villefranche Waterfront rental appartments Just a few steps from the beach and with stunning panoramic views from the balconies of this most photographed buildings, these two appartments must rank among the most romantic places to stay on the French Riviera. Both appartments can see 4 but 2 is better.Apt 1 Provencal Waterfront Penthouse: 2011: Available from Nov 12 onwards. Taking bookings now for 2012. Apt 2 Jewel-box Waterfront Apartment: 2011:Available from Oct 8 to 15, Oct 29 to Nov 5, then from Nov 26 to Dec 29.
Cannes Gated community rental apartment with large pool and air conditioning near the beach. Sleeps 4. Situated between Cannes and Antibes. 2012: Good availability.
Apartments for rent in exquisite old villa in the Old Port district of Nice. Our spacious apartments sleep 2 to 4 and are perfect for exploring Nice and the French Riviera with easy access to Villefranche and Monaco and going further to Menton on the Italian border. A good bus service from here facilitates visiting or working in Monte Carlo. With a dozen apartments in the villa we normally have availability!
Central Cannes: Charming 1 bedroom holiday apartment to rent, sleeps 2-4 in the heart of the old district of Cannes. Full of French character, this delightful apartment has one bedroom and sleeps 2 - 4 people. With entrances onto two streets, you have a wealth of cafes, restaurants, boutiques and myriad other attractions that make for a fantastic Riviera holiday. 2012: Good availability.
Croisette Cannes: 1 bedroom rental apartment with balcony, sleeps 2-4 Ideal location for the Croisette and Palais des Festivals. This air conditioned apartment is served by a lift on the second floor. The East facing balcony gets the morning sun and has table and chairs. 2012: Good availability.
Tip - Cannes Antibes and Nice beaches permit topless tanning which is why so many film stars and model girls love the French Riviera.
Cote d'azur: Cagnes-Sur-Mer Studio apartment to rent one minute from the beach with terrace and spacious living area. 2012: Good availability.
Antibes Port Vauban: studio apartment to rent in new building with view over the Port 2012: Good availability.
Apartments for rent in exquisite old villa in the Old Port district of Nice. These suites sleep 2 and are perfect for visits to Nice and for exploring the French Riviera with nearby Villefranche, Monaco and Menton on the Italian border. With a dozen apartments in the villa we normally have availability!
Nice: 1st floor apartment near the old city and the port of Nice (sleeps 4) The southern exposure allows for a pleasant stay. You will find everything you need at the “centre commercial Nice TNL” that is just down the street. The train station is just a 5 minutes walk away from the apartment. 2011: Available until December 16 and from December 24. 2012: Taking bookings now.
Antibes : Luxury apartment on Cap d'Antibes. Fantastic sea view from large private roof top terrace. View over old Antibes and Picasso museum. Balconies on all sides. Sun all day (incl morning and evening). Fully
equipped. Can sleep 6. 2012: Good availability.
Cap d'Antibes: luxury 3 bedroom apartment close to sea with spectacular views - the only place to be on the French Riviera between Nice and Cannes!May June July August September
Central Cannes: charming 3 bedroom apartment to rent beautiful and bright, totally refurbished three bedroomed apartment to rent on the first floor of a lovely old building, very close to Rue d'Antibes, the Croisette and the Palais de Festival, with balcony over wonderful pedestrianised street with many chic shops and restaurants. 2012: Good availability.
La Garoupe Cap d' Antibes: 1 bedroom chic rental apartment with balcony, sleeps 4 Enjoy lazy days on La Garoupe beach and eat at the Restaurant Cap d'Antibes, returning at the end of the day to this modern and stylishly furnished apartment. 2012: Good availability.
Grasse: Bed and breakfast with pool. 4 rooms available for bed and breakfast in beautiful property near Grasse and Cannes in Provence. 2012: Good availability.
Villefranche sur Mer apartment to rent near Nice Old town apartment recently renovated very beautifully in small town full of character with sea views. 1 bedroomApt 1 Sur le Toit: 2011: Available Oct 29 to Nov 13, Nov 21 to 28, Dec 6 to 31. Apt 2 Artist's Atelier: 2011: Available from Nov 8 to Dec 31. Taking bookings now for 2012.
Antibes. Located between Nice and Cannes this recently rennovated studio appartment to rent in the heart of Antibes old town provides the perfect holiday base for exploring the French Riviera. Holiday accommodation for up to 4 people 2012: Good availability.
Villefranche Old town rental appartments with sea views. Two one bedroom apartments beautifully renovated and decorated with original art, great lighting. Each apartment has an office or desk area with wireless broadband if you need to catch-up with some work, do some writing or find out about local events on the Internet.Apt 1 Sur le Toit: 2011: Available Oct 29 to Nov 13, Nov 21 to 28, Dec 6 to 31. Apt 2 Artist's Atelier: 2011: Available from Nov 8 to Dec 31. Taking bookings now for 2012.
Nice: 2 bedroom apartment for rental in luxury Palais de la Mediterranee. The appartment has direct access to the Promenade des Anglais and is ideally located for a city break or beach holiday in Nice on the French Riviera. 2012: 17th January to the 24th June, 7th to 12th August, 19th August onwards.
Old Cannes: apartment to rent with wonderful views over the harbour and within walking distance of the conference centre 2012: Good availability.
Provencal rental villa near Ste Maxime i the Gulf of St Tropez with a heated (and alarmed) swimming pool in a large private and enclosed garden. The Mas is in a rural setting at the foot of the Maures mountain range. St Maxime is 10 mins by car and a ferry takes you to St Tropez and Cannes. Local markets in Grimaud, Cogolin and other Provencal villages are a delight. Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms. 2012: Good availability.
Nice: Charming garden apartment in Art Deco villa Ideally located for exploring Nice and the whole Riviera this apartment is only 20 minutes away from the airport. It features a complete separate sit-in kitchen. You will also enjoy a peaceful lunch or a sunbath in your private garden. We also offer free WiFi DSL internet access. - sleeps 2 2012: Good availability.
Le Suquet (old town Cannes) 2 charming studios: with balconies overlooking garden with some sea views. Available one night onwards. Wifi broadband. Breakfast & parking on request. Good conference accessability. 2012: Good availability.
Mandelieu river front: Apartment to rent with its own Riviera boat mooring in gated Marina Parc. Drive down with your own boat and enjoy water sports in the warm waters of the Mediterranean to the East of Cannes. 1 bedrooms, sleeps 4 + cot. 2012: Good availability.
Antibes Old Town: studio apartment rental in old town within the Ramparts 2012: Good availability.
Super Cannes Hilltop rental villa with pool overlooking Cannes and Golfe Juan in this prestigious locations. 4 bedrooms sleeps 8. Gardens, terrace dining and roof terrace. This is a beautiful holiday villa with spectacular views just 10 minutes from Cannes. 2012: 30 June - 14 July, 28 July - 30 October.
Le Suquet (Old Town Cannes): Air conditioned studio apartment with ADSL Internet access. Narrow streets, small shops, fresh baguettes and coffee right on the door step, minutes from everything in the heart of Cannes - sleeps 2/3 2012: Good availability.
Villefranche Villa with spectacular sea views sleeps 4 in comfort (the office has a sofa bed for a 5th guest). This romantic holiday getaway is set on the hillside overlooking the old town of Villefranche. Nestled among the fancy villas in a private setting, this holiday rental is within easy reach of Nice, Monaco and Menton. 2011: No availability. Taking bookings from March 2012.
Cote d'azur: House to rent at La Napoule between Cannes and l'Esterel, 3 bedrooms with swimming pool, tennis courts and Boules courts. Sleeps six. 2012: Good availability.
Cap d'Antibes: apartment in old villa to rent near beach offering individually 1 double bedroom and double sofabed (special comfortable French variety) in large living room or together 2 bedrooms and living rooms in superbly convenient location 5 minutes walk from the beach - so a pool is unnecessary. With Broadband ADSL, ideal for being able to work whilst away . . . 2012: Good availability.
Centre of Cannes: Centre of Cannes 3 bedroom traditional apartment on most active shopping street, Rue d'Antibes. Beach is two blocks from the apartment and the famous Film Festival Center is 7 min walk from the apartment. There are balconies, high ceilings and traditional stone floors. Availability all year. Owner speaks English, Swedish, German, French and Russian. 2012: Good availability.
Central Cannes Palais des Festivals conference and holiday accommodation in large 1 bedroom appartment to rent that sleeps up to 6. Just 200m from the conference halls in Rue Hoche. This second floor appartment has traditional French elegance with light and shutters, and is located behind the 5 star Gray D'Albion hotel in exclusive central Cannes. 2012: Good availability.
Make sure you travel comfortably - if you're going to the beach or camping - or if you fear an airport delay in June July or August - pack a good airbed / lilo in your luggage! £5 +p&p. Available here out of season in September October through to March April and May and for Winter trips to hot places!
DREAM VILLAS TO RENT from Nice to Cannes with pools and near beaches from £1500 per week up to large luxury prices at Antibes, Cap d'Antibes, Cannes, Mougins, Biot, Valbonne, Grasse, Cap Ferrat 2012: Good availability.
Selection of dream villa vacation rentals in the South of France
Some prices quoted below may possibly be negotiable.
Cannes villa for rent: 4 bedrooms and basement studio with swimming pool and 5 minutes walk to beach 2012: Good availability.
Les Arcs, The Var: 4 bedroomed villa near St Tropez separate studio sleeps 2, glorious heated pool and shaded terrace. 2012: Good availability.
Mougins near Cannes: Lovely provencal house and separate annex sleep 10 (2 in annex), large pool, air conditioning and vast views. 2012: Good availability.
3 room apartment to rent in Châtel in the Haute Savoie. Sleeps 6. Balcony with a fabulous view to the mountains. Châtel offers all summer sports, including tennis, mountain-biking, walking, swimming, archery, pony trekking and there is white water rafting within 10 miles and water-skiing on Lake Geneva within 20 miles. Who needs a beach or a pool?! EXCELLENT VALUE FOR SUMMER! Available throughout July, August and September except 13 July to 3 August. 2012: Good availability.
NOT FRANCE! But hot in Winter! MOROCCO Marrakech Wonderful house, part of an old palace in central Marrakesh with cook and houseboy, wonderful for winter sun or summer holidays 2012: Good availability.
St. Florent (5+1 fantastic views over the bay of Saint Florent and direct walking access to the beach)
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Tenerife Los Christianos and Play de America: A studio apartment (sleeps 4) for sale at Los Christianos for £1,750 GBP and a 2 bedroom apartment (sleeps 6) for sale at Play de America for £5,500 GBP
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BARGAIN VILLA FOR SALE IN MALLORCA WITH POOL Finca rebuilt to modern eco standards with double glazing, insulation, solar panels, pool, convenient to airport but not near flight path with open plan space ideal for a musician, music festivals, or an unassuming retreat for a celebrity to enjoy anonymity. Newly on market just 499,000 Eu
Andratx: 1 bedroom apartment with sea view over Port Andratx just past the Club de Vela Yacht Club. On the market for the first time in 15 years. Glorious terrace views in this very private and well maintain complex that includes a communal pool. 275,000 Euros (approximately £220,000 GBP)
Andratx: 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and penthouses available for sale in the newly completed phase 2 of this modern property development that has South facing mountain views. Minimalist design, with large and discrete terraces make this a cutting edge complex. Gardens, pool and secure parking.Penthouses: £170,000 to £195,000.
Two bedroom apartments: £146,000.
One bedroom apartments: £92,500.
Puerto Andratx: 3 bedroom Majorca apartment for sale in well maintained complex in the centre of Puerto Andratx, this apartment has car parking and use of the communal pool, and is just a 5 minute walk from the harbour front shops and restaurants. 420.000,00 euros
Port Andratx Mallorca: Beautiful villa for sale with separate apartment in the south of Mallorca (Andratx), with direct access to the Beach. 325m2 constructed, 2.100 m2 of land, can sleep 6. 1.200.000 Euros
Evia Island: Large villa with separate apartment for sale in large gardens on beach with separate guest accommodation and balconies. Ideal for shared family holidays or flexible rental accommodation. Beautiful local beach which is safe for children. Please enquire