Picture a lazy afternoon cocooning in the comfortable chairs on the sundeck shaded by the oak tree, cooled by a slight breeze waving through the leafs, sipping Veuve Clicquot rather than elderberry bubbly, overlooking the elegant Mediterranean Gardens of notable size and splendour and gazing out at the aquamarine glint of the sea in the distance, and bewitched by the soothing perfumed Provencal air. You get the picture? What to ExpectWhat can I say - sigh! It's not a pleasure that comes cheap. But hey, one can always dream, n'est pas?
This is not a rugged Robinson Crusoe-type of tree hut; it's more a cabin for the Kelly-bag-carrier guest who seeks refuge from a "strenuous" sightseeing day at the Côte d'Azur. The Chateau de Valmer itself offers 42 individually and charming decorated rooms and suites, though this is all about the cabane. What it means tough, is that you have all the amenities of a luxury land house at your fingertips. A splendid pool surrounded by stunning hundred-year-old palm trees in a park-like setting, a spa with indoor pool, fitness room, tennis court, a Restaurant with fabulous food - a second one at the beach - and a private beach to soak up the sun in that delicate "l'air de Provence".
The Mediterranean Sea is walking distance away and the hotel offers its guests an exclusive private spot on a beautiful sandy beach. The cuisine is exquisite, though rather hard on the valet. But so are most of the Restaurants at the Côte, since they are spoiled with well-healed guests. This is a great spot for people who want to be based near the water but away from the flashy St.-Tropez scene. Cabane: 1 (plus 1 Family tree house will be finished 2010)
Spa: Yes, with Jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, and fitness room. Swimming pool: Indoor and outdoor. Beach: Own private beach with Restaurant and bar service - shuttle service between Hotel and Beach - but it's only a lovely walk away. Tennis court: Yes Restaurant: Yes Specials: Ask for special packages: honeymoon, anniversaries, and excursions. Extras: Breakfast Euro 26.00 Children Euro 13.00. Rates: EURO 325 to 510 for two, depending on the season.
La Cabane Perchée Gigaro Gigaro, 83420, La Croix Valmer France Tel. 33(0)4.94.55.15.15 Fax 33(0)4.94.55.15.10 LocationLocated in La Croix Valmer, fifteen minutes from Saint-Tropez, in ideal surroundings, in the middle of the Provençal countryside, and just a few metres from the Mediterranean Sea. Getting There: Direct flights to Nice depart from most major European gateways. Delta Airlines offers daily service from New York. Airports
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View Château de Valmer, Les Cabanes Perchées in a larger map Area AttractionsDepending on your desire - you choose and it is there. Golf, Horse Riding, Watersports, mountain biking, cultural excursions, sightseeing and shopping. The local Gigaro beach is a pleasant and pretty bay, with nice restaurants. Eeasy driving access to the Cavalaire and Cavaliere resorts with many bays and excellent public beaches.
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The French perfumes are still considered the best in the world with new fragrances coming out on a regular basis. A visit in the world city of perfume - Grasse - is a must. You can take home a custom made perfume that will always remind you of the beauty of the South of France. The diminuitive, admission-free Fragonard museum displays some fine perfume-related artefacts. Among other Grasse perfumeries with free tours and museums are Molinard and Galimard.
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