3 Bedroom Holiday Apartment in Provence

Apartment in Provence

Alpes Maritime

3 bedroom, sleeps 6

This splendid apartment has been listed with us for quite some time in the Provence long term lets section however the owner has now decided to let this apartment short term as holiday accommodation.

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Apartment For Rent In Provence

Apartment, Cythere Parc
Berre les Alpes, Alpes Maritimes
3 bedrooms, sleeps 8

This beautiful holiday apartment is located in the South of France, 40 minutes drive above Nice, high in the Alpes Maritimes, one mile from the medieval hill top village of Berre-les-Alpes. A superb, peaceful location in stunning unspoilt mountain surroundings. Follow the link for more details, photos and direct contact with the owner of this rental apartment in Provence.

Gites (also bed and breakfast) in Provence, France

Mas de l'Hermitage - Gites and B&B

Mas de l'Hermitage is situated among vineyards, olive and fruit trees in fifteen acres of land that offers you a superb view. This delightful Provençale property also benefits from a heated swimming pool.

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Top 7 Holiday Destinations in France*

1) The Languedoc Roussillon
The Languedoc-Roussillon is bounded by the Auvergne, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, the Mediterranean sea, Spain and the Midi-Pyrénées.

The Massif Central is the north western border. The Cévennes Mountains cover much of the old province, reaching their highest point in the northeast. The southern part is a low coastal plain along the Mediterranean Sea, where the region enjoys a Mediterranean climate.

Throughout the original Roussillon area, Catalan is widely spoken - French, the official language, is spoken with a heavy Catalan accent. Regional cuisine relies heavily on olive oil and garlic and the warm winters and hot, dry summers produce vast quantities of inexpensive wine. Béziers is the centre for the wine trade in the Hérault department.


2) Brittany (Bretagne)
Situated in the extreme northwest of France, the Region of Brittany is known for its scenic villages, towns and picturesque landscapes.

Its rugged indented coastline is littered with small and pretty fishing villages. To the north the region has a rocky landscape and to the south sandy, sun swept beaches.

Fishing, farming and tourism are the important sectors of Brittany's economy and of the three, fishing is the mainstay. Rennes is the capital of Brittany.


3) The Aquitaine - Dordogne
From the flat, sandy plains and pine forests of the Landes to the beautiful lagoon of the Bassin d'Arcachon... Aquitaine is immensely diverse.

Bordeaux is one of the best and most established wine growing regions in France, with brandy lovers visiting the town of Cognac.

Towards the Pyrenees a Spanish feel takes hold in the popular resorts of Bayonne and Biarritz and the valley of the Dordogne provides a sharp contrast. With its old stone houses, gentle rolling hills and high quality of life, the Dordogne region - and the town of Eymet in particular - is a magnet for Britons looking to start a new life abroad.


4) Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
The Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region is located in the south-east of France. The western border of the region consists of the plains of Comtat, Crau, and Camargue.

The regions boundaries are the Rhone River to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south and Italy to the east, which is dominated by the Alpes. The region is rich in flower fields, vineyards, orchards and olive and mulberry groves. The capital of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is Marseille and other principal cities are Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Cannes, Nice and Toulon.


5) Poitou Charentes
Poitou-Charentes, located in the west of central France, is bounded by Pays-de-la-Loire, Centre, Limousin, Aquitaine and the Bay of Biscay.

The areas of Poitou and Charente are joined by the Charente River valley, which hosts the vines of the Cognac on the right bank. Poitiers is the capital of Poitou-Charentes.

The Massif Central and Massif Armoricain, cover the regions southeast and northwest respectively and the area in between is a lowland plateau that hosts the Vienne and Clain rivers.


6) The Limousin
If you are looking for rural France head to the Limousin with its woodland, green hills, pasture land, rivers & lakes.

Located in central France, Limousin sits on a series of rolling plateaus in the northwestern Massif Central. It is bounded by the regions of Centre, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrénées, Dordogne and Poitou-Charente.

The Blond Mountains are located in the southwest, between the Vienne and Gartempe rivers, and rise to more than 1600 feet. The Ambazac Mountains (Monts d'Ambazac), to the east, rise to more than 2300 feet.


7) The Pays de la Loire
By road, the region of the Pays-De-La-Loire is easily reached in a few hours from any of the Channel crossings, though the ports of St. Malo and Caen (sailings from Portsmouth) offer the shortest drive. Nantes also has an airport.

The Pays de la Loire includes the part of the Loire valley downstream from Saumur. The ancient houses of Anjou and Plantagenet held sway here, and history lurks on every corner.


*Based on Lets Rent Property In France.com page views in the short term lets section between September 21st 2008 and September 21st 2009 - using Google Analytics

Top 7 Regions For Long Term Lets In France*

1) Languedoc
The Languedoc is bounded by Auvergne, the Midi-Pyrénées, Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur, the Mediterranean sea, and Spain.

The Cévennes Mountains cover much of the old province, reaching their highest point in the northeast. The southern part is a low coastal plain along the Mediterranean sea, where the Languedoc region enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate. Long Term Lets In Languedoc

2) Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is located in the south-east France. The western border of the region consists of the plains of Comtat, Crau, and Camargue. The regions boundaries are the Rhone River to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south and Italy to the east, which is dominated by the Alpes.

The region is rich in flower fields, vineyards, orchards and olive and mulberry groves. The capital of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is Marseille and other principal cities are Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Cannes, Nice and Toulon. Long Term Lets In Provence

3) Aquitaine - Dordogne
From the flat, sandy plains and pine forests of the Landes to the beautiful lagoon of the Bassin d'Arcachon... Aquitaine is immensely diverse. Bordeaux is one of the best and most established wine growing regions in France, with brandy lovers visiting the town of Cognac.

Towards the Pyrenees a Spanish feel takes hold in the popular resorts of Bayonne and Biarritz and the valley of the Dordogne provides a sharp contrast. With its old stone houses, gentle rolling hills and high quality of life, the Dordogne region - and the town of Eymet in particular - is a magnet for Britons looking to start a new life abroad. Long Term Lets In The Aquitaine, Dordogne

4) Brittany
Situated in the extreme northwest of France, the Region of Brittany is known for its scenic villages, towns and picturesque landscapes. Its rugged indented coastline is littered with small and pretty fishing villages.

To the north the region has a rocky landscape and to the south sandy, sun swept beaches. Fishing, farming and tourism are the important sectors of Brittany's economy and of the three, fishing is the mainstay. Brittany's capital is Rennes. Long Term Lets In Brittany

5) Poitou Charentes
Poitou-Charentes, located in the west of central France, is bounded buy Pays-de-la-Loire, Centre, Limousin, Aquitaine and the Bay of Biscay. The areas of Poitou and Charente are joined by the Charente River valley, which hosts the vines of the Cognac on the right bank.

Poitiers is the capital of Poitou-Charentes. The Massif Central and Massif Armoricain, cover the regions southeast and northwest respectively and the area in between is a lowland plateau that hosts the Vienne and Clain rivers. Long Term Lets In Poitou Charentes

6) Midi Pyrenees
Located in the south of France and bordered by the regions of Auvergne, Limousin, Aquitaine and Languedoc-Roussillon, the Midi Pyrénées is a large and diverse region.

The capital is the vibrant city of Toulouse and the southern border sits under the heavily forested mountains of the Pyrénées. The region is also host to a significant part of the Massif Central.

The Midi Pyrénées also has a large lowland area where agricultural communities thrive and temperate weather is enjoyed by residents and holiday makers alike. Long Term Lets In The Midi Pyrenees

7) Limousin
If you are looking for rural France head to the Limousin with its woodland, green hills, pasture land, rivers & lakes.

Located in central France, Limousin sits on a series of rolling plateaus in the northwestern Massif Central. It is bounded by the regions of Centre, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrénées, Dordogne and Poitou-Charente.

The Blond Mountains are located in the southwest, between the Vienne and Gartempe rivers, and rise to more than 1600 feet. The Ambazac Mountains (Monts d'Ambazac), to the east, rise to more than 2300 feet. Long Term Lets In The Limousin

*Based on Lets RentProperty In France.com page views between August 21st 2008 and Aug 21st 2009 using Google Analytics

Holiday Villa in the Cote d'Azur

Villa Cap Sud
Cote d'Azur
3 bedrooms, sleeps 6

Beautifully furnished apartment with 3 large bedrooms and a lounge/dining area that offers stunning views of the Med. Benefiting from a superb swimming pool to relax by, this place is well worth a look. Please follow the link for more information and direct contact with the owners of this holiday apartment in the South of France.

Long Term Let in Vaucluse - Provence

Mas de la Boissiere
Cucuron, Vaucluse - Provence

Farmhouse restoration located 1/2 hour to the north of Aix-en-Provence, benefiting from six double, en-suite bedrooms, a large swimming pool and shady terrace for dining alfresco whilst enjoying the stunning views of the Grand Luberon. Three of the bedrooms have Superking sized beds or can be made up as twins and the other three are Kingsize. All bedrooms have been furnished to a very high standard with antiques blended carefully with decoration that is typically Provençal in style.

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Short Term Let in Vaucluse, Provence

L'Amandier
St. Didier, Vaucluse - Provence Alpes Azur

L'Amandier underwent a renovation in the year 2000 and can be found tucked into a corner of the owners gardens. The driveway that runs along the side of the property offers views over a vineyard. This rental property offers you a double bedroom, a spacious living-room that opens on to the terrace through French windows and a kitchen area that benefits from full sized cooker, refrigerator, micro-wave and plenty of storage space. The kitchen is also ready equipped with all the necessary utensils for the serious cook.

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Long Term Let, Var Department of Provence

Mas de l'Hermitage
Figanieres

Offering tranquillity for those who want it but ideally situated for exploring the countryside of this delightful department of Provence. With olive mills, wineries, perfumeries, historical sites and the stunning coast this area of France must be explored from this ideal base.

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Le Vieux Moulin, Long Term Let in Provence

Le Vieux Moulin.
Mirabeau, Provence.

This lovely house is located on a large piece of land with oak, cedar, and pine trees and a field of flowers bordering a stream in the south-east corner of the Natural Park of the Luberon Mountain range in the heart of Provence.

The ancient hilltop village of Mirabeau with its famous château is just a mile away. It is strategically located in the Durance River Valley between Aix-en-Provence and Manosque, near the intersection of four departments, the Vaucluse, the Var, the Bouches du Rhone, and the Alpes de Haute Provence. The grounds are landscaped with flowers, herbs, fruit trees, terraces and swimming pool (with alarm and lights).

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Short term property rentals in the Rhone-Alpes

Established as recently as 1980, Rhone-Alpes is located in south western France and accounts for most of the French Alps. The region is bordered by Burgundy, Franche-Comté, Switzerland, Italy, Provence-Alps-Côte d'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, and Auvergne.

The winter resorts of Avoriaz, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chamrousse, Courchevel, Flaine, Megève, Morzine and Tignes, Val d'Isère, which features numerous ski trails and other recreational opportunities, account for most of Rhône-Alps' income. However, coal mining, oil refining, manufacturing of metal products and synthetic fibres as well as the vineyards found along the slopes of the Rhône Valley also contribute.

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The French Climate

France benefits from a temperate and rather agreeable climate although there are significant differences from north to south and from east to west. Naturally the weather tends to get better the further south you go and the Atlantic Ocean brings the rainfall and mildness to the western regions. From very defined seasons to mild winters and warm summers France can offer pretty much any kind of weather. It is divided into four climatic zones:

Oceanic and humid climate with warm summers and mild winters to the west of a line from Bayonne to Lille, including Normandy, Brittany, the Poitou-Charente and western Aquitaine; within this there are significant variations with the Charente-Maritime and Vendee enjoying the second highest number of sunshine hours, after the Cote d'Azur. Naturally the climate is heavily influenced by the Atlantic which not only brings humidity but also prevents the harsh cold winters from penetrating.

Semi-continental climate with harsh winters and hot summers in Alsace, Lorraine, along the Rhone corridor and in the mountainous massifs (Alps, Pyrenees and Massif Central); very defined seasons with snow guaranteed for ski lovers and dominated by the mountains which can create very significant climatic differences from one valley to the next. It can be very dry in some areas in summer whilst the mountains create their own micro-climate bringing rain and snow to keep the lush green throughout the year.

Intermediate climate, with cold winters and hot summers in the Paris and central and north regions including Champagne-Ardennes, Bourgogne, Auvergne, Limousin, and the Midi Pyrenees; with very marked seasons - cold winters, mild springs, hot summers and crisp autumns. The areas have a lower annual rainfall than the west but still enough to keep everything green.

Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and very hot summers the area covers the Mediterranean south of France, through Languedoc and the coastal parts of Roussillon. Often characterised by sparse vegetation and a lack of rainfall throughout the year, some areas can suffer from sudden down pours of rain and occasional flash flooding. This usually occurs during the late summer months when they sun baked earth can't absorb the rain. The seasons are less distinct than all other regions of France but the short winters and early arrival of spring make the regions very attractive to foreign buyers.

by Grace Turner

Long term property rentals in the Provence-Alpes-Azur

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is located in the south-east France. The western border of the region consists of the plains of Comtat, Crau, and Camargue. The regions boundaries are the Rhone River to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south and Italy to the east, which is dominated by the Alpes.

The region is rich in flower fields, vineyards, orchards and olive and mulberry groves. The capital of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is Marseille and other principal cities are Aix-en-Provence, Arles, Cannes, Nice and Toulon.