THE FRENCH RIVIERA

At first sight, compared to the old postcard views on this page, development on Cote d'Azur is rather a shock, particularly to the East of Nice towards region of the airport. For this reason, a bus journey on the ground from the Airport either to Nice or to Antibes can be rather depressing

Menton

Old Menton still exists on the Italian border

although the town has sprawled towards Nice

Head back to Nice along the N98 and the Principality of Monaco offers 7 centuries of culture, not forgetting the botanical gardens, world famous Monte Carlo casino and the Monaco Grand Prix.

Beaulieu sur Mer

This old postcard photo shows Beaulieu sur Mer with Cap St Jean Ferrat in the distance. Villa Kerylos has to be visited here as does Villa Ephrussi at Cap Ferrat.

There's a fashionable marina at Beaulieu now which is particularly prominent from the air.

Eze perches on its hill nearby Villefranche Sur Mer which still retains charm visible from old postcards


Here's a modern view of Cap Ferrat from the other side taken whilst taking off from Nice Airport:

with the bay of Villefranche in the forground where cruise ships harbour and let off tourists for tours of the Riviera



In the back country within a few kilometres of the coast, areas remain entirely unspoiled and a trip to the waterfalls along the

Gorges du Loup

behind Villeneuve Loubet followed by lunch in the untouristy hilltop village of Greolieres is really worthwhile and an easy car ride. The D6 follows the Gorges du loup to the hilltop town of Gourdon. It's a spectacular and enoyable place to stay. Alternatively, the D2210 and D6 pass through Tourrette Sur Loup, Vence and St Paul de Vence on the way back to the coast at Cagnes Sur Mer - all delightful stop-offs.

Nice

nestles surrounded by sheltering hills

and Old Nice

is a gem.

Central Nice is still good for a city break with beaches and good museums (Musee des Beaux Arts particularly to be recommended)

Along the rather built-up area to the west is one of the most outstanding examples of modern architecture -

the Marina at Baie des Anges, Villeneuf Loubet
On the way to Cannes and l'Esterel is Antibes,

Juan-les-Pins where the Pam Pam bar is a must visit place late on summer evenings, there is the quieter

Golfe Juan

where Napoleon landed

Cannes beyond, the delightful small beach at La Napoule

and charming

Theoule sur Mer

which is the gateway to the region dominated by huge red rocks, known as the L'Esterel

and

Le Trayas

The further you go away from the airport, the more unspoilt and less developed the area remains (with the disadvantage of time and distance to get there . . . ) but there are things to do along the whole of this coast for everyone, not just swimming and beaches,

but golf and even horseracing -


at the Cagnes-Sur-Mer Hippodrome
and a good holiday is to be enjoyed whereever you go along the Cote d'Azur.
Tucked away along the coast are still the remnants of the former grand age when the webmaster's grandparents enjoyed a heyday of fashionability and antiques shops

abounded such as the one on the road between Biot and Antibes

All along the coast topless bathing is permitted on the beaches and this enables film stars and models to acquire that perfect tan unavailable elsewhere.

RIVIERA PROPERTY RENTALS AND SALES

Riviera holidays and Vacation rentals

Cannes - Antibes - Nice - The French Riviera

• French Riviera Cap d'Ail: Luxury holiday apartments in elegant former 1900's hotel. Stunning sea views from beach-front setting. French Riviera glamour and elegance just a short hop away from Monaco. 1 bedroom sleeps 4. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera holiday apartment 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!
  
  

• French Riviera Mandelieu river front: Apartment with its own 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. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera 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. 2010: Apt 1 Sur le Toit: Available Jul 31 - Aug 7, Aug 14 - 21, and from Oct 2 - 23. Apt 2 Artist’s Atelier: Available Mar 1 - 27, Apr 24 - May 22, and from Oct 16 onwards.
  
  

• French Riviera 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 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Antibes Old Town: studio apartment rental in old town within the Ramparts 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera holiday apartment Nizza (Nice) top-floor holiday rental with views over the Harbour in apartment with lifts, pool and secure basement parking: Fabulous views from large balcony and close to the beaches, shops and an excellent base for exploring the Cote d'Azur, and Italy. Sleeps 2. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Antibes Port Vauban: studio apartment to rent in new building with view over the Port 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Central Cannes Palais des Festivals conference and holiday accommodation in large 1 bedroom appartment 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. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Tip - Cannes Antibes and Nice beaches permit topless tanning which is why so many film stars and model girls love the French Riviera.
  
  

• French Riviera holiday apartment 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!
  
  

• French Riviera Cannes: spectacular 2 bedroom apartment in old villa with pool near Cannes at Cannes Mandelieu - ideal for Cannes Film Festival accommodation 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera 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. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Villeneuve Loubet: 6th floor studio apartment with balcony, sleeps 2-4 Fantastic sea views in the landmark Marina Baies des Anges. This air conditioned rental accommodation is ideal for couples, young families and single people who want to enjoy a memorable holiday on the French Riviera. 2010: Available 27 March to 17 April, 7 June to 6 July & from 13 July to 27 July. Also 24 Aug to 31 Aug.
  
  

• French Riviera Cote d'azur: Cagnes-Sur-Mer Studio apartment to rent one minute from the beach with terrace and spacious living area. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera Central Cannes: charming 3 bedroom apartment to rent beautiful and bright, totally refurbished three bedroomed apartment 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. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera 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. 2010: Only available 15th February – 24th March, 3rd April - 1st May, 9th May - 19th June, 17th to 29th July, 12th -29th August, 5th September onwards.
  
  

• French Riviera B&B Tourette Sur Loup Bed & Breakfast near Valbonne, St Paul de Vence, Vence and Grasse : 2 double rooms with private entrance and ensuites in renovated house with wonderful views near rural Gorge du Loup, inland from Cannes. Golf near by too. Sleeps 2 - 6. 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• French Riviera apartment rental Nice: 3 bedroom apartment in central Nice (sleeps 8), 10 minutes walk from Old Nice 2010: Good availability.
  
  

• FRANCE Landscape of France from the air views of French landscape on Gatwick to Nice route

• French Riviera 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. 2010: Good availability.