Exquisite is the only word to describe France, its culture, its cities, the country side and the French coastline. Often called the cultural capital of the world, France is home to many of the most visited places in the world including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Palace of Versailles, Musée d'Orsay, Arc de Triomphe, Lourdes, Mont-Saint-Michel, and the Musée Picasso to name but a few.

Steeped in a rich artistic and cultural history, every town boasts unique architectural structures, villas, centres and squares. Narrow alleys that give way to wide tree lined thoroughfares, make walking through every city and town as awe inspiring as walking through the galleries of the finest museums. There are sculptures and cathedrals, gothic churches, extraordinary office buildings and spectacular chateaux to be discovered around every corner, and none of them should be missed.

Self Catering Villas, Ski Chalets and Holiday Apartments in France

Whether travelling for a ski holiday, for wine tasting and the incredible cuisine, the Cannes Film Festival or summer on the Seine, France will not disappoint any traveller. Not to be seen on a short break, France should be experienced leisurely with plenty of time for sightseeing. Self catering offers plenty of family vacation rentals, villa rentals, holiday homes, many long term accommodations, and spectacular romantic getaways.

Aquitaine Villas

Located in south west France, Aquitaine has an incredible history and beautiful landscapes. From the famous long sandy beaches of Côte d'Argent to the incredible vineyards of Bordeaux and from the Pyrenees mountains to the Landes Forest, the largest evergreen forest in Western Europe, Aquitaine is one of the most picturesque regions in France.

Self Catering Brittany Villas

Brittany is home to the extraordinary walled city of Saint-Malo and many other fortified towns. The rocky shore is spotted with sandy beaches making for some excellent vistas across the English Channel. Brittany is most noted for its magalithic monuments and large carved sculptures of crucifixion scenes called calvaries which you will come across as you travel among the small villages and towns throughout Western Brittany.

Cote d’Azur Villas

The French Riviera runs all along the South of France and is the most sought after vacation spot in the world. Boasting the most popular towns and cities in France and throughout Europe, the Cote d’Azur region is home to Saint-Tropez, Cannes, and Nice among many other sublime coastline locations. Often the vacation spot of choice for royalty, rock stars, super models and movie stars, there is more to sightseeing along the French Riviera than gorgeous beaches. Don’t miss the sights after dark either in any of the 4 star restaurants or the most exciting nightclubs in Europe.

Villas in Cote d’Azur/Alp Maritimes

The Alp Maritimes is a truly spectacular part of the world. Here you will find Coaraze, Gourdon, Sainte-Agnes which are officially 3 of the most beautiful villages in France (plus beau village de France), along with the town of Biot which is one of the most beautiful detours in France (plus beau detour de France). With plenty of sporting and leisure activities including water pursuits like canoeing, rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing and caving or for the truly adventurous, Col de Bleyne and Greolieres are two of the best paragliding and hang gliding sites in the world.

Dordogne Villas

With more than 1,000 castles along with many flowing rivers in a region that has escaped being overly developed, Dordogne is a well hidden gem that few have discovered. Strewn with historic stone villages and surrounded by enchanting countryside, this region looks like a story book fairy tale setting. With one of the best markets in the country, Sarlat-le Caneda is a shoppers’ paradise filled with unique regional delights. For more sporting opportunities, there are special canoeing tours down the River Dordogne which a fantastic way to see the true beauty and splendor of this fascinating region.

Self Catering Normandy Villas

Normandy is best known for the landing of the allied troops on D-Day, but if that is all you know of Normandy, this stunning region will take your breath away. The cliffs of Etretat, the beaches of Cote de Nacre, or the foot path from Honfleur (with its wooden church and 17th century harbour) to Mont Saint Michel are wonders to behold and explore. Taste the oysters of Pourville, drink apple cider from any of the many regional orchards or indulge in apple brandy (a specialty of the region), or enjoy the many delectable desserts of the region. Whether you feast your eyes on the scenery or on the cuisine, you won’t ever be disappointed.

Villas and Apartments in Paris-Ile-de-France

This region is where you will find Paris, the City of Light, and Versailles, where the great palace of the Sun King, Louis XIV still stands. The River Seine runs through the city offering some of the most romantic walks and scenery in the world. Paris is often the backdrop for many romantic comedies and exceptionally dramatic movies and its pleasures abound in real life. Strewn with sidewalk cafes along the Champs-Elysees, the most notable museums of the world such as the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Grand Opera House, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, even the cemeteries of Paris are not to be missed. A short jaunt out of town should be taken to visit the Palace of Versailles. A treasure not only of architecture and Baroque ornamentation, this site is also a place of great historical and political influence.

Provence Villas

Provence is where you will find many quintessential French hilltop towns and villages like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Gourdes. These breath taking enclaves provide extraordinary vistas across the Alpes-Maritimes, the Rhone valleys and the Mediterranean Sea. The history of western civilisation can be seen throughout Provence from the Greek ruins of the jardin des Vestiges in Marseille, the Roman bridge of Pont de Gard and the arena at Arles, the 5th century baptistery of Frejus Cathedral, the 12 century Church of Saint Trophime, and the 15th century Chateau of Rene in Tarascon, to name a just a few of the monuments in this region. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Rhone, the cliffs known as the Calanques, and the alpine landscapes it is little wonder that great painters of the 19th century such as Paul Cezanne, Vincent Van Gogh, Renoir, Matisse and Picasso all spent a lot of time painting in Provence.