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Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace

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Amazing panarama towards Les Issambre & marina
Lovely view of villa from the sea
Stunning view from car park over the cool swimming pool to sea beyond
Refreshing pool and views to sea
Cool and refreshing fresh water swimming pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Sainte-Maxime, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Place, Saint-Tropez Gulf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nartelle Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, La Plage de la Madrague
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace

This beach front charming and rustic 4-bedroom villa with direct beach access is located near the popular town of Ste Maxime. The living space on split levels includes a comfortable lounge, TV room, study, dining room in the conservatory with uninterrupted views out to sea and a well-equipped kitchen. There are 2 en-suite bedrooms and 2 bedrooms sharing a separate toilet and bathroom. 3 bedrooms have A/c. A/c usage is metered and charged additionally. No A/c in bunk room fans available. A/c meter is read by property manager and guest at check in/out and agreed sum deducted from breakage deposit. In addition, there is a guest cloakroom, and another toilet and shower room in the basement. Outside, the magnificent terrace offers direct access to the beach, uninterrupted sea views with outdoor dining furniture and BBQ – perfect for al fresco dining on warm Riviera evenings. There is an outdoor private freshwater swimming pool 8 x 4m.

Ste Maxime is packed with great restaurants, bars, plenty of shops, banks, tourist information office and activities for everyone. It has a beautiful golf course, tennis courts, swimming beach, harbour, park, casino, outdoor theatre, water park, adventure tree course, cinema, library, markets, an outdoor fish stall with fresh fish daily and a covered food market. There are other golf courses and tennis courts close to the villa. Riding stables and fishing lakes are close by.

A marine reserve was created in front of the Villa in 2019 and there are many varieties of fish and sea life to see just on the doorstep. Great opportunity to learn about the local sea life, swim and snorkel safely.

Secure parking for 2 cars.

Rest Relaxation and Fun: There is a hotel with thalassotherapy facilities close by for relaxing and pampering.
While our terrace is the best spot to soak up the sun and rest, there are many spots which can be private. There are numerous rock pools to explore and a lovely headland to explore with views to St. Tropez.
St. Tropez with its glitzy night life, bars and restaurants can be reached by car or a short ferry ride, which runs late during the high season. Pampalone Beach with its famous beach bars - Club 55, Tahiti and Nicky Beach are all a drive away. There are many restaurants to suite every budget.
There is a water park in Ste. Maxime and a larger one in Frejus. All the towns have their open-air market days, and some places have Artisan markets.

Glitzy St. Tropez has all the designer and more modestly priced shops, interesting restaurants and bars. The harbour is very well known and is beautiful with many large expensive boats moored up.

Ste Maxime market day is on Friday mornings and St. Tropez market is on Saturday and Tuesday mornings.

Activities: Cherry beach (2 mins walk away) is a large sandy beach where you can relax or be active. There are popular beach restaurants and bars. There are jet skis for hire with organised excursions every day during high season. From Ste Maxime and Les Issambres harbours there are ferries to St. Tropez regularly and other boat trips to Cannes, Nice and various places of interest. During high season there are spectacular firework displays all along the coast. Boats are available for rent from Ste Maxime harbour. You can learn to dive or get your boat handlers licence training from there. For the less energetic there is a diving belle which takes you along the harbour wall to see the fish.
All types of water sports are available within 5 km of the villa. There are tennis courts near the villa with some being flood lit. Most clubs offer coaching.
There are lakes near Roquebrune for fishing. The mountain terrain behind St. Maxime is popular with cyclists and walkers. St. Tropez coastal walk is spectacular.

Events: On August 15th to celebrate the Americans landing on Cherry Beach at the end of WW2 there are numerous parades in period dress in Ste. Maxime and other nearby towns, and there are spectacular firework displays - Ste. Maxime, Port Grimeau, St. Tropez simultaneously. There are boats for hire or the ferry which cruise in the Bay of St. Tropez during these displays.

At the end of September is 'Les Voiles de St. Tropez' where sailing boats of varying sizes race. It's spectacular to hire a boat or to take the ferry and cruise amongst these beautiful competitors. The atmosphere is electric and festive as liveried crews get ready to sail 90-foot racing sail boats. The boats can be seen too from the terrace of the villa with a glass of champagne or Pimms.

Cannes is about a 40-minute drive away and convenient for the Film Festival.
Nice, the 3rd largest city in France has everything from art galleries, concerts to open air markets.
Monte Carlo and Italy are about 2 hrs away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 33
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside ONLY
Not recommended for children under 5 years of age unless well supervised due to low wall along the terrace.
2 adults can sleep in the bunk beds if required.
Bookings are Saturday to Saturday only during high season July and August. Other days maybe allowed if requested during other seasons.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 83115001010HT

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sainte-Maxime

Located in Sainte-Maxime, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. L'Eglise St Michel and Château de Grimaud are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cap du Dramont and Nartelle Beach. Aqualand Sainte-Maxime and Azur Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Sainte-Maxime, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Saint-Tropez Gulf - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nartelle Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Plage de la Madrague - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Musée de la Tour Carrée - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sainte-Maxime Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Fréjus Station - 28 min drive
  • Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Petite Dérive - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪fuego - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chez Magout Pizzas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Du Doudy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BOHO - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace on 31 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,340, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Beach front rustic unique 4 bedroom villa with own pool and large terrace located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sainte-Maxime holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Nartelle Beach and Saint-Tropez Gulf. La Plage de la Madrague and Musée de la Tour Carrée are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

John M.

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What a wonderful villa, such a special place. Waking up for the sunrise on the patio followed by a swim was just such an amazing start to our day. Sundowners on the patio watching the boats pass was a close second. We had a wonderful family holiday, everything worked great, the location and vista are exceptional and it was a perfect fit for our family. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

khas k.

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Fantastic stay at villa

We spent our vacation with six kids in this amazing and charming villa, which was an unforgettable experience for all of us. The villa is in a top location with stunning sea views right at our doorstep, and Plage La Nartelle is just a few minutes away. The villa is fully equipped with everything we needed during our stay. The kids loved the combination of the swimming pool and the sea. A big thanks to Rathie and Philippe – before our arrival, we received all the information we needed about the villa and the area, including restaurant recommendations. Philippe was very kind and professional during our stay. Communication was perfect! We felt right at home, I hope we will visit this villa more times!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Breathtaking retreat

This is our second stay at this amazing villa and we will be back! There is simply no other location that is better than this. We spent our days swimming and snorkeling right from the house, or relaxing poolside, or grilling on the terrace overlooking the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. If we wanted to leave, we walked to the beach club down the street or took a short drive into town. This home is so comfortable and well equipped and it really feels like a second home rather than a vacation rental. There is a lot of space for two families to move around and sleep comfortably but there is simply no place better than on the terrace relaxing. We are counting the days until we can return.
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8/10 Good

katie m.

A wonderful week in the South of France

We took three generations of our family to the South of France - my sons, grandparents and sister. The house is perfect for a large group - lots of bathrooms and living areas both inside and out. The kitchen is compact but well equipped - and anyway, we barbecued everyday on the fabulous terrace looking out to sea. What really makes this property stand out from the many we have rented over the years is its amazing position, right on the shoreline with immediate access to the beach. The views from the large terrace are truly spectacular. It was a joy just to sit and soak up the sun and views each morning and evening. The pool is a good size, so my boys (9 and 11) were in heaven with both beach and pool to choose from everyday. Inside the house felt like a home - not a bland holiday let. Overall, highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Catrina R.

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WE ABSOLUTELY LOVED OUR STAY!

We stayed here for 7 nights during July 2023. It was fabulous and everything we hoped for. An adorable, clean house that was very well stocked. The sparkling clean pool has a box of masks, snorkels, floaties and toys which was very handy. Snorkeling in front of the property was great and it was an easy walk to beautiful beaches. The bus line runs straight into town and the bus stop is very close to the house. There are multiple spaces for dining, playing games and visiting. And the views can’t be beat. Most of all, the communication with Rathie and Philippe was fantastic. And check in/check was easy. They really go above and beyond to ensure you have a great vacation and are very kind people. Staying here was one of the highlights of our 3 week trip and we would definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Christophe L.

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Relaxant et bien placée

Villa bien placée , vue splendide , calme , proche des commerces , bien équipée , dommage que la piscine n’est pas chauffée. Mais sinon superbe vacance.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

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Emplacement exceptionnel

En arrivant, on est frappé par la beauté du site, la terrasse sur la mer fait une vingtaine de mètres, la piscine est de taille moyenne. Une porte ouvre sur une petite plage rocheuse très peu fréquentée, même au mois d'août. La villa est très bien conçue, facile à vivre. Les chambres sont confortables et bien distribuées. La route est au-dessus de la villa et, sur la terrasse ou dans les chambres, on n'entend pas la circulation. La baie est tellement accueillante que de nombreux bateaux viennent mouiller, mais devant la villa, des bouées jaunes délimitent une zone interdite. Nous y avons passé de merveilleux moments.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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Great stay, amazing view!

We had a wonderful time at this great place. We loved the peaceful atmosphere on the terrasse early in the morning, swimming and snorkeling in the extremely clear water after just a few steps through the beach door or watching busy activities on yachts, jet ski riders or stand-up paddlers. Friends from Germany who visited us for some birthday celebrations were stunned. The house itself is spacious and very nice although some of the equipment could be improved. The French facility manager was very helpful and friendly. Thank you for everything. We will definitely come back, Ellen, Thomas, family and friends
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8/10 Good

Victor J.

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Summar 2020

Was a lovely stay. We know the area well, having stayed in Les Issembras for 4 years. A personal choice to be made by visitors is a) Do you want to walk to shops/markets? b) Do you want Aircon? For this property, it is No for both. On the other hand, it is most likely the best beachfront property we've stayed in if you exclude these 2 points. The house was lovely. nearby restaurant like Les Voille and La Prao superb. Overall, nice place.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Aurélie B.

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Superbes villas

Agréable, spacieux, calme, cadre parfais Bon échange avec les propriétaires Je recommande fortement
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

stephanie c.

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villa très agréable

la villa est très agréable, très bien équipée et surtout avec un emplacement exceptionnel! nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

HDG SOLUTION VERNEUIL-SUR-AVRE D.

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Superbe

Une situation exceptionnelle pour une villa confortable et chaleureuse propre à la relaxation en famille. Merci à Philippe et Rathie pour l’accueil. Nous ne manquerons pas de revenir.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
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8/10 Good

Liz H.

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Villa sea breeze on the waters edge

We are a family of 5 adults and spent a wonderful week at Villa Sea Breeze the location is amazing right on the waters edge the sunrise is breathtaking from the terrace. The pool and terrace area are ideal for relaxing and dining . The interior has an old world charm with beautiful views to the sea.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lorenz B.

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Premium-Villa direkt am Meer

Umfassend eingerichtete Villa mit gepflegtem Süsswasser-Pool und grosser Terrasse. Herrlicher Blick Richtung Osten übers Meer. Ruhig dank abgesenkter Lage und hoher Umfassungsmauer. Ausrüstung ist charmant und von guter Qualität. Drei Schlafzimmer am Südende und eines getrennt im Nordflügel mit eigenem Bad. Wer Erholung, Ruhe und Privatheit sucht, ist hier erstklassig bedient.
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10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

Simply wonderful...

What a great find! From the initial contact and personal experience from Jade in booking; the extremely comprehensive welcome pack and brief from Rathie; to the welcome tour from Phillipe... and then of course the whole experience of staying in such a beautiful location... we just can not find fault with a thing. Even when faced with the challenge of an external failure in phone and internet connectivity we were provided with a 4G 'Orange' Wi-Fi box. Basically the customer service was just great. The property itself is just so authentic - the pool sits perfectly off one of the two en-suite main bedrooms which we stayed in and is bathed in sunshine virtually all day. The views of the moored yachts awesome - all from your own terrace overlooking an enchanting little beach - this accessed through your own gateway no less! The snorkeling was incredible... I even caught fish off the terrace - mainly thanks to Phillipe bringing me a huge bag of bread and telling me the best way to go about catching them - I put them all back but you could grill on the great Weber BBQ provided or even make your own soup! The local beach bars and restaurants - just a short stroll down the road - seemed 'just right' in terms of how busy they were and quality and cost of food and drinks... A five minute drive to Sainte-Maxime Centre for a much less frenetic pace than Sainte-Tropez - albeit a hop on the ferry, taking not more than 15 minutes, a must to get up close to the super-yachts anchored outside the port... (go on a Tuesday for a massive market incidentally). My seven year old summarised it all - 'thanks for organising a brilliant holiday house daddy..............' I feel certain we shall be contacting Jade and Rathie again surrounding a repeat visit in the next year or two... THANK YOU! The Holfords Oxfordshire
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Olivier P.

Juste parfaitement exceptionnel

En arrivant à la villa, nous avons été agréablement surpris. Tout était plus beau que les photos ! La situation de la villa est exceptionnelle ! Quand on arrive et à peine installé on se dit : je reviendrai ici c'est certain. Tout était conforme à l'annonce. Cette villa est chaleureuse car on y trouve tout ce qu'on pourrai y trouver chez soi. Je pense qu'il est difficile de trouver meilleur rapport qualité/prix au vue des prestations et de la situation géographique de la villa. Je voudrai aussi remercier la propriétaire de la villa qui a fait en sorte que ce séjour soit possible. J'ai, en effet, réservé à la dernière minute et nous avons pu trouver un arrangement grâce à son grand professionnalisme.
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia W.

Just a dream

Direct access to the beach, magical views from the terrace and a perfectly equipped Villa made the stay being a peferct Holiday . We will definitely come back next Year .
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10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Heaven on earth!

What a little piece of heaven! We all had a magical holiday in this Mediterranean retreat. It far outweighed our expectations, the villa was beautifully furnished and extremely well equipped and the position is absolutely stunning with the most beautiful views. We enjoyed the little beach in front of the terrace as well as the pool. We did not bother to eat out in restaurants in the evening as it was so idyllic on the terrace, we enjoyed a couple of 'fish' lunches in both Ste Tropez and Ste Maxime. We enjoyed the local markets, the boat trips and visits around the local countryside especially to Grimaud where we bought our wine - often! I would have no hesitation in recommending this villa and the owner was extremely helpful when booking. We are English and live in the Dordogne so it was very special to come to the South of France.
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

So gorgeous it's hard to believe it's real

Fantastic property that is precisely as pictured. We spent a heavenly week here in June and barely ever left. The kids swam in the pool or went to the beach each day, which is only a 3 minute walk down the (pretty busy) road, and the grown-ups enjoyed reading on the terrace and watching the many boats anchored just off our shore. Inside, the house was wonderfully suited for us (4 adults; 3 kids) to all enjoy some privacy. Plenty of bathrooms! The kitchen was great and we loved having a dishwasher. We ate every meal on the terrace, enjoying the incredible view. You are literally on the sea. Laundry facilities (with a dryer!!) in the basement were another blessing. She had plenty of snorkels for the kids to play with and plenty of lounge chairs for all. Although it was in the 100s while we were there and there is no air conditioning, the house stayed fairly cool and we all had fans. Immaculately clean, with useful, precise instructions on just about everything. Excellent communication with the owner and wonderful personal attention from Philippe, the local property manager. Alarm system is robust and we felt very secure at all times. It was an amazing week that we all thoroughly enjoyed. Highly recommend!!
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10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Wow

Wow is all I can say. The pictures don't do it justice - this villa exceeded our expectations. It has the most gorgeous view. We spent almost all of our time on the terrace, in the pool, or snorkeling right in front. The house was spacious enough for two families and we all loved being able to walk to the beach. While we had many day trips planned during our stay, we loved the villa so much we spent most of our time there. It was our best vacation ever and we can't wait to return. Philippe and Rathie are so responsive, helpful, and kind. A great experience and a wonderful home. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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10/10 Excellent

Tobias D.

Really relaxing holidays in private luxury villa

We had a great time in this beautiful sea side villa, eveything was well organised, the owner replied to every extra wishes we had. The property is in best conditions and the support of the property manager Philippe extremely professional and gentle. In summary a perfect stay for me and my family including the adult chidren.
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10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre D.

A really nice villa with a gorgeous sea view

I used to rent villas around the Gulf of Tropez for over 20 year and this was our first experience with a seafront villa. I must admit that when wake up hearing the surf, see the sun rising above the horizon line and experience this 180° seaview from the "Pointe du Dramont" near Saint Rapahel to the nearby "Pointe des Sardinaux", you cannot forget it! The villa is perfectly equipped with all the modern amenities that you can expect: fully equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, confortable bedrooms and convenient terrace furniture. Before entering the villa, you cross a nice and quiet court yard with trees, flowers and fountain. On the other side you enjoy a large terrace running along the complete sea front with a direct access to beach. During our stay in June, we had the pleasure to watch the Giraglia Rolex Cup, directly from the villa and saw over 200 yachts passing by at around half a nautical mile - a really nice and exciting show ! The whole family (including the grand children) was feeling so well there that we almost never left it, except when I rented a boat in Ste Maxime. If you are into boating, please note that you can anchor your boat in a cove just in front of the terrace and this spot seems quite popular. Although worth to mention, the kind attention and support from Philippe, the property manager! My wife and I were so pleased with the place that we are seriously envisaging to rent it again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane V.

Heavenly!

This villa is certainly special - heavenly, a place to unwind and feel relaxed! It was everything as described with beautiful decor, well equipped kitchen , and a comfortable 'French' homely feel to the place. The view was outstanding and there were plenty of boats to watch, lots to do for families, clean beach with clear water for snorkelling or paddle boarding , golf , nice beach restaurants - the Wych restaurant very good and Mario Plage for cocktails. Our family loved the pool too and the Nartelle beach, the area was family friendly. Staff were always helpful and on hand if needed. All in all it was a fantastic place to be which we would recommend highly - the only downside was leaving the villa!
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10/10 Excellent

Keila T.

The Perfect Spot!

We are a group of happy & spoiled women, and we visit the Riviera every spring. We have stayed in a lot of beautiful houses in the area of St.Maxime and Les Issambres, but this house turned out to be the best one so far, with this fabulous location next to the ocean and the end of beautiful Nartelle Beach. The sun, the fresh smell, sound and view of the sea for a whole week was like pure medicine for us girls, coming from the city of most rain in Norway. The house had 4 bedrooms, the last one with bunk-beds recommended for kids. As there were 8 of us, one would think it would be crowded, but it wasn`t. The house and the bedrooms was spaceous and comfy enough for us. A big terrace, the beach below and the pool area was room enough so that the place never felt crowded. The kitchen contained everything we needed, and herbs from the back yard made a perfect french touch. We had two cars, and there was parking for both. A car is needed in this area, there is so much to see & do, but the beach and beach-restaurants is in short walking distance and we walked from the house to St.Maxime in about 45 minutes. Security was very good, and the Visitors Guide from the owner was very helpful & informative, also regarding tips and proposals for shopping, trips and restaurants. We recommend Maison Bleu in St.Maxime, and for lunch; Le Wyc Plage on the beach, 5 minutes walking distance from the house. Thank you Rathie and Philippe for making this a perfect stay in beautiful St.Maxime. Keila et le reste des filles norvègiennes!
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Elizabeth Lamb

I have vacationed in Ste.Maximefor 10 years an rented many vllas. This vlla is the one I would recommend for 2 to 6 adults. The house itself islovely and tastefully furnished.It is also comfortable and has separate seating areas within the house so the party can spread out. There might be larger villas but the view here i s spectacular from every room. The terrace is beautiful with flowers and dining furniture and, again, the view. The owner is wonderful and easy to deal with and the staff who greets you is so helpful. You can open a private gate and go swimming in the sea and sit on your own little beach. You can float down to a larger beach or swim in your own pool. Believe me, you will find it hard to leave the villa. Eating breakfast on the terrace in the morning or dinner at sunset is magic. The kitchen has everything you will need. If you leave the villa,which is difficult to do because of it's beauty, the town is a short drive. Bathrooms are modern. Security is sound. Rent this villa if you can. Contact me with any questions.

About the host

Hosted by Rathie Bartlett and Jade Bartlett (daughter)

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I was born in Sri Lanka and went to school and lived in the UK from a very young age. I now spend a lot of time in Sri Lanka and am lucky enough to spend some of the cold and dark winter months there.

My daughter Jade will be helping me to manage the bookings for our holiday home in France.

I love The South of France and enjoy the food, wine, climate and atmosphere. I really love swimming directly from the villa into the sea. Since a marine park was cordoned off in 2019 there are many fish outside the villa, and I love snorkelling there.

I am usually in France for at least 2 months of the year and love to come for the Voile de St Tropez which is at the end of September.

Apart from swimming my other love is playing bridge. The villa is a wonderful spot for my friends and I to play bridge. Sometimes, especially if it's windy on the terrace, we play in the tranquil courtyard with its olive trees and pots of herbs and flowers.

I read a lot and even if the villa has many guests there are private areas where one can be alone undisturbed to read or snooze.

I love the night sky and often see shooting stars, constellations and planets. There is not much light pollution. I also love watching the lightening as it lights up the clouds making an amazing lightening show. Even in the rain the location is wonderful especially when the waves get bigger, and you feel like they are coming on to the terrace, but of course, they never do unless it's a winter storm. Winter months too can be interesting.

It's worth getting up for the sunrise at least one morning as it's truly spectacular. It
doesn't last long but is incredible. The moon rise, especially during a full moon, is amazing, just like a silver pathway to heaven on the water. Nature is such a wonderful thing and I always feel close to nature at the villa. Many artists lived in the area as the light of the evening sky at dusk too is very interesting.

Why they chose this property

My family has owned this property for over 24 years. Its magic still amazes me! We chose to buy it as it's drive-able from the UK and when it was holiday time with the children we could get into our car and drive across beautiful France without having to book far in advance.

My children are now grown up so are not reliant on summer holidays to visit. We had such a great time in the summer as a family we would love to now share it with other families.

The villa has the most unique location. It's right on the water. I always wanted to have a house on the Mediterranean, I find the Atlantic Ocean too cold to swim in even during the summer months. From the terrace I can go swimming and snorkelling which is great. You can catch your supper from the rocks if you are a good fisherman. I prefer to snorkel and see the shoals of thousands of sardines and large fish swimming about. You can almost touch them.

The Med being non tidal is very safe for even young children to swim. There is a beach just below the terrace which can be very sandy depending if the wind has blown a little seaweed on to it. There are plenty of rock pools to explore. A marine reserve was created in 2019 Infront of the villa.

Cherry Beach is a 2-minute walk and is a beautiful sandy beach which is supervised, and swimming areas marked. There are many restaurants along the beach for tasty meals or sundowners. I prefer my terrace as it's quieter and the views are magical day or night.

The area around the villa offers visitors so many different attractions from having a peaceful and relaxing time to being more energetic. Swimming, snorkelling, water skiing, sailing, jet ski safaris, horse riding, golf, fishing, tennis, walking, wine tasting, restaurants, clubs, bars to sandy beaches and breath taking scenery to markets to designer shopping are easy accessible.

Using my beautiful villa as a base, it's possible to tailor make a holiday which will be fun for everybody in your group.

What makes this property unique

Ste Maxime is a family resort but the bright glitzy glamour of St Tropez is just across the bay.

Around the headland at Point de Sardineaux, St Tropez is seen with beautiful views to it. Cruise ships, sailing boats and other vessels leave St. Tropez and Ste Maxime harbor and glide past the headland. The terrace is just as enchanting at night time. There is no 'black view' as the twinkling light of Les Issambres makes it look like a jewelled wonderland.

The house is truly magical in the day time or evening. Once through the gates people do not want to leave. I have at least 3 families who return annually.

There is a chiminea on the terrace and it makes it very cosy to go out and collect drift wood in the day time and light the chiminea at night.

The sun rises are stunning as is the moon rise making a silver line to the heavens. There is absolutely no interruptions to the beautiful views out to sea.

The courtyard is a peaceful place with 2 large olive trees and many herbs and flowers growing and a fountain. It's lovely especially in the afternoon to relax and play cards or read a book. Herbs can be used for cooking.

The lawn is a great place to soak up the evening sun.

The villa is about a 45 minute walk to Ste Maxime along the coast road which has beautiful views across to St. Tropez. There is a pavement all the way.

There are 2 tennis clubs close by, again with beautiful views. The one in Les Issambres is flood lit.

Lovers of golf will be spoilt by the hilly but beautiful golf course in Ste Maxime. Equipment for hire and lessons are available there.

In Ste Maxime there’s a water park, tree adventure course, library and cinema. Go karting, ten pin bowling, mini golf, fun fairs and many more activities are on the doorstep.

During the Summer weeks there are wonderful firework displays all along the coast. The pyrotechnics are especially amazing on August 15th.

You will love this magical place, come and share it. A warm welcome awaits!

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