Discovering the magnificent Cote d' Azur and the Provence is a unique experience. Specialized in seasonal rentals for many years, from charming country villas to luxury waterfront properties in the South of France (Provence Cote d' Azur), Christian Chentrier would be pleased to answer and satisfy your individual request in order to find the house that matches your idea of a perfect vacation. This website presents you just a small selection of a full range of properties he has personally visited. Do not hesitate to contact him if you want more details and offers for your ideal vacation villa. He can also take care of your transfer to your holiday villa, provide household linen, recommend housekeepers, baby sitters, cooks, gym trainers etc.........He will do his best to turn your summer holidays in the south of France from a dream into reality. |
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| For inquiries on all the services available, please visit our "contact us" page and send us email or call us directly via telephone. We would be pleased to serve you. Alternatively, you can post your queries at the "services" page. At the same time please enjoy browsing thru the pages to view photos of our selection of villas and properties. |
| A perfect vacation in the South of France comes true with Les Villas de Christian. |
| Mr Christian Chentrier |
| Director of Les Villas de Christian |
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| Mediterranean sea. The coastline, from Monaco in the east to St Tropez in the west, is the Riviera. It is the world's most popular tourist destination, and also the area most French people the Riviera. It is the world's most popular tourist destination, and also the area most French people wish to live and work. |
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beaches of Agay and St Raphaël; the star-spotting water-front restaurants of Cannes; the teenager- friendly resort of Juan les Pins; the sport's enthusiasts beaches of Nice; the private hotel beaches of Monaco where the rich and famous relax - there really is something for everyone. |
Inland, the visitor can wander round the tiny cobbled streets of the famous perched villages, built on hilltops in the Middle Ages to provide security for their inhabitants. Today many of these villages have been restored by a new generation of artists, craft-workers and holiday-makers. St Paul de Vence is one of the best known examples, with the original ramparts beautifully preserved. Roquebrune Cap Martin, Eze and Tourrettes sur Loup are also well worth a visit. |
Most of the major resorts offer golf courses, with the best choice around Cannes, Mandelieu and Mougins. The most spectacular course is Monaco's, which was laid out at the turn of the 20th century, high over Monte Carlo. |
One of the region's best kept secrets is the number of ski resorts within one to two hours drive of the coast. The biggest resorts in the Alpes Maritimes are Isola 2000, Auron and Valberg, and closest to the coast is the small family resort of Gréolières-les-Neiges. The season is open from December to April, so why not rent a villa and enjoy the winter sun and snow ! |
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supply all year round. The high quality of these fresh, native ingredients demands minimal preparation - Provençal is perhaps the least fussy of any regional French cuisine, and, as an added bonus, epitomises the modern definition of a healthy diet, with the emphasis on olive oil, fresh fish, and salads. Some of the most celebrated restaurants in the world can be found in this region, but it is worth also trying some of the humbler establishments which offer excellent value for money. The wine of the region is Côtes de Provence, with rosé being the most popular. The Var department has a number of vineyards and châteaux which can be visited for wine-tastings. |
(Menton & Villefranche sur Mer), Raoul Dufy (Nice), Jean Honoré Fragonard (Grasse), Fernand Léger (Nice, Vence & St Tropez) Pablo Picasso (Antibes & Vallauris), Pierre-Auguste Renoir (Cagnes sur Mer), and Georges (Nice, Vence & St Tropez) Pablo Picasso (Antibes & Vallauris), Pierre-Auguste Renoir (Cagnes sur Mer), and Georges Renoir (Cagnes sur Mer), and Georges Seurat (St Tropez), to name just a few. The region is also famous for it's glassware name just a few. The region is also famous for it's glassware (Biot) and pottery (Vallauris) - you can see the artisans at (Biot) and pottery (Vallauris) - you can see the artisans at work by visiting their ateliers which are open to the public throughout the season. ateliers which are open to the public throughout the season.throughout the season. |
The main international airport is Nice Côte d'Azur, which is served by all the major international airlines in addition to the new budget airlines operating from the UK. Eurotunnel and the wonderful French high speed trains (TGV) make train |
down to the region by train, thus arriving refreshed for the start of their holiday. Carte Blanche can arrange car hire for your holiday if you prefer to leave yours at home, and can ensure collection at the airport or delivery to the villa. We have access to a wide range of vehicles to suit your budget. We can also supply a limousine transfer or taxi to the villa - whichever you prefer. |
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newspaper), radio and TV stations. the best concerts or obtain up-to-date news of regional events in English.obtain up-to- date news of regional events in English. |
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February : Fête du Citron in Menton, Nice Carnival March : Fête des Violettes, Tourrettes sur Loup April : Monaco tennis tournament May : Cannes Film Festival, Monaco Grand Prix, Fête de la Rose in Grasse June : Fête de la Musique, Fête de St Jean in many villages July : Jazz festivals in Juan les Pins and Nice August : International fireworks festival in Monaco, Cannes & Antibes September : Nioulargue yacht race in St Tropez October : MIPCOM November : Official start of the ski season December : Christmas markets (marchés de Noël) in many villages |
Since January 2002, France has adopted the Euro as it's currency. One Euro is the equivalent of 6.55 old French Francs (approximately £1 = €1.6, and $1 = €1.1), but most prices are still shown in both currencies. Any old French coins and banknotes can only be exchanged at the Banque de France. The Euro is in circulation in 12 European countries which have each minted their own coins which can be used throughout the Euro zone, and the banknotes are the same in each country. |
Provence has a basically Mediterranean climate, with average temperatures in August around 26° C, 79°F. In January everyone flocks to the Alps to ski, and in February the mimosa and almonds bloom on the Côte d'Azur. In April and May you can sit on a restaurant terrace for lunch, and by June, the resorts start to fill up and walking is safe in the highest mountains. July and August are sultry and hot, perfect for water sports and beaches, and the great jazz festivals in Juan les Pins and Nice. Once French school holidays end in early September, prices and crowds decrease with the temperature. In October, the weather is mild on the coast, although torrential downpours and floods are not unknown. Nice has the same average annual rainfall as Brest or Manchester - but it all comes at once ! December brings the Christmas holidays and the first skiers hit the slopes once more. |
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| We are able to accommodate last minute reservations for our holiday villas and properties. Immediate villa recommendations and agreement contracts and You can make full settlement upon Your arrival. |
