Villages Towns and Cities

Every town in Provence has a story, discover their history and the people who live there. Marvel at the perched stone villages, stop at a quaint café, enjoy a local festival or learn about the famous inhabitants. Explore the urban scene and enjoy a city fix in the larger centres.

Discovering Antibes France on the French Riviera

February 5, 2019

Antibes, France Port Antibes is a Mediterranean resort town located in the Alpes-Maritimes department of southeastern France. The city is nestled on the coastline of the Cote d’Azur, snuggled between ritzy Cannes and Nice. The city of Antibes is associated with its mega-yacht capital of the world, Port Vauban. This dynamic billionaires’ quay has a long …

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How to Spend a Long Weekend on the French Riviera

January 31, 2019

This article by Amy Lynne Hayes is from the French Quarter Magazine. The French Riviera. The phrase conjures up images of crystal blue waters and golden sunshine. Beautiful people are strolling down the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, and the ladies are looking effortlessly chic. Surely there is someone famous hiding behind those fashionably large hats …

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Don’t Miss the Ochre Cliffs of Roussillon in Provence

January 22, 2019

We rarely go to our home in Sablet without taking a day trip to Roussillon, a village in the Luberon about 35 miles southeast of Sablet. We never tire of seeing this colourful village, tinted by 17 different colours of ochre that were mined here; this makes Roussillon unique compared to other towns in the area. The Luberon …

Ashley Tinker · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Climb to the Ruins of Fort Buoux in the Luberon

January 17, 2019

Visit the Fort Buoux Ruins Fort Buoux, in the Luberon, is an ancient site that is definitely worth a visit. Lesser known than some of the main attractions of the Luberon, you’ll find yourself on a winding road at this time of year (fall/winter) in the fog that feels a little like the middle of …

Caroline Longstaffe · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Luberon Villages Lourmarin in the Off-Sesason

December 11, 2018

It’s raining today in Provence and after nearly a month of clear, blue skies and gentle, warm autumnal days, temperatures have plummeted signalling the beginnings of winter. Nowhere, even Lourmarin, is idyllic in the rain, or is it? Perhaps enticed by the recently hung lights across the streets of the village and the shops starting to …

Barefoot Blogger · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities

Only One Day to Spend in Aix-en-Provence

November 29, 2018

Aix-en-Provence in One Day It’s surprising to me that when people come to Provence, their tours are often so short. Travelling from the Côte d’ Azur to Marseilles, to Aix-en-Provence, to Montpelier, to St. Rémy, to the Luberon, to Avignon, and all the quaint villages in between is a pretty tall order. One destination that …

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Make Vence Your Holiday Base on The French Riviera

November 27, 2018

A Guest Post Renata Haidle is a Billings, Montana-based travel, architecture, and fine art photographer. She travels to Europe regularly, mainly to France and England, where she photographs beautiful architecture and snippets of everyday life. Her travel photos have been featured online and in print by various travel outlets and magazines. She can be found …

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Luberon B&B Absoluut Valvert

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Holiday Apartment 3-Bedrooms in an Olive Grove

A delightful 3-bedroom holiday apartment at Domaine des Escavalins is an organic olive farm. Well-appointed and private, the gite has room for six (6) people.

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5-Bedroom Country House Near Apt

Chez Manon is a private countryside location that is large enough for family gatherings and a relaxing place to unwind and explore Provence.

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Five Bedrooms

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Large Property Near Aix - Ferme du Val

Ferme du Val is a spacious seven (7) bedroom home, including a studio apartment that sleeps, 14 people. Available for short or long-term rental.

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Seven Bedrooms

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Sablet Village House Holiday Rental

A beautiful stone house in the middle of Sablet, within walking distance of boulangerie and more. This wine village is known for its Côte du Rhone wines.

Vaucluse
Three Bedrooms

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Large White Cotton Market Bag

Produced by Tampico these bags are made in southern France. My French Country Home chose this bag made from pure cotton with round handles stitched in genuine leather. It is a tote is perfectly suited for your shopping or alternatively as a weekend getaway bag. Dimensions: 63 x 29 x 30 cm (24.8×11.4×11.8″)

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Table and Home Decor Collection in Jacquard Fabric

Fresh and bright, a lovely magnolia pattern adorns the jacquard weave fabric, a sturdy blend of cotton and polyester for durability. The collection includes a table cloth, table runner, placemats, and cushion covers.

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Hand Rolled Beeswax Candles

Lucienne is one of the signature candles fabricated by Apis Cera. Rolled by hand these 100% pure beeswax candles come in a box of 9. The honeycomb wax is rolled around a cotton wick with an approximate burning time of 5 hours.

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Linen Napkins from France

Chic linen napkins with an embroidered floral pattern are available in white or natural unbleached cloth. Manufactured in Northern France, they are sold in twos by French Address.

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Linen Tablecloth with Country Flower Pattern

My French Country Home sourced a stunning linen tablecloth that is certain to dress-up your table for spring. The floral pattern is beautiful without being too showy. This rectangular tablecloth measures 170 x 250cm / 67 × 98″ and there are napkins too.

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Hand-Crafted Decorative Ceramic Sunflowers

Available in six (6) different colours these durable ceramic sunflowers are suitable for indoor or outdoor settings. Made by hand in Uzès by Maison Pichon these sunflowers are sold individually. Maison Pichon is an artisanal French ceramics manufacturer since 1802.

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Hand-painted Kitchen Canisters

Add a touch of French lavender to your kitchen with these hand-painted glass jars. These air-tight canisters are designed with a Provencal lavender motif and are perfect for dry goods or even as a flower vase. The jar capacity is 0.4 gallons (1.5 litres) and made with transparent, sturdy glass and a wooden lid.

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Mini Candle Collections

Rose et Marius offers box sets with 3 perfumed mini candles. These candle collections include signature fragrances such as "siesta in a sunlit home" and "Rose's sun water." These mini candles burn for approximately 25 hours in pretty glass containers.

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Photo: Provencal Windmill at Sunset

This panorama of Daudet's Windmill at sunset in the Alpilles will have you dreaming of the painter's light in Provence. Photo by François de Melogue, a talented chef and photographer. Available in a choice of sizes and different paper stock.

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Villages Towns and Cities

Every town in Provence has a story, discover their history and the people who live there. Marvel at the perched stone villages, stop at a quaint café, enjoy a local festival or learn about the famous inhabitants. Explore the urban scene and enjoy a city fix in the larger centres.

Discovering Antibes France on the French Riviera

How to Spend a Long Weekend on the French Riviera

Don’t Miss the Ochre Cliffs of Roussillon in Provence

Climb to the Ruins of Fort Buoux in the Luberon

Luberon Villages Lourmarin in the Off-Sesason

Only One Day to Spend in Aix-en-Provence

Make Vence Your Holiday Base on The French Riviera

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