Calanque, south of France

     
 Chapelle des Pétètes,
Bénévent-et-Charbillac

News & Features

Le Bodyguard Mon Amour It was a member of the British Special Branch, mindful of past lapses of security at Windsor Castle, who first noticed that both Gordon Brown and Carla Bruni-Sarkozy were missing at the same moment during last month’s state visit. What was going on? Was it coincidence? Find out more >>

High speed champagne Despite the UK’s enthusiasm for champagne, making it the best market by far outside France itself, British supermarkets have had to admit defeat when it comes to competing with French outlets: they simply cannot expect to sell champagne in sufficient quantity to maximise their usual bulk purchase power. Find out more >>

Airbus deal doesn't fly With its A-380 super-jumbo airliner far behind schedule, Airbus is now a year further on without any tangible results from its restructuring plan. An attempt to sell three of its factories in Germany to a German consortium recently failed. Find out more >>

The temporary Eiffel Tower The world’s most famous landmark, the Eiffel Tower, will have a new profile to mark the 120th anniversary of its opening next year. The size of the viewing platform on the third level will be doubled by bolting an extra structure to the top of the tower.  Find out more >>

Louise Bourgeois - Cutting edge art Louise Bourgeois, one of the longest-living and greatest avante-garde sculptors, is presenting a fascinating showcase of her work at the Pompidou Centre in Paris. Its fantasies of revenge, sex and violence represent only a tiny corner of her talents but are of compelling fascination because they were prompted by terrible memories of her childhood. Find out more >>

Another Oscar? Although the film has only just been released in France and is yet to be dubbed into English, Kristin Scott Thomas has already been tipped for an Oscar nomination next year for her performance in “Il y a longtemps que je t'aime...” (“I’ve Loved You So Long…”). Find out more >>

Goria-Enia, Ref PY24, Atlantic coast >>

Sleeps 9 - 4 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms

Parts of this typical Basque style house date back to 1750. It enjoys a wonderful location with views to the south, close to Biarritz and many sandy beaches. The interior has been completely renovated and is well furnished in a warm welcoming style.

Dominique says: Conveniently located between Biarritz and Bayonne and close to many great beaches, this is a charming house with lovely views.

2 week price range * £2860 in April to £6010 in August

Village/shops Robion 4.5km Towns Cavaillon 6.5km, Avignon 26km Airports Avignon 17km, Marseille 60km, Nîmes 90km Private pool Security alarm, roman steps, size 13x7m

Sleeps 8 - 4 bedrooms - 3 bathrooms

This charming 19^th century stone 'Mas' is set in a prime location close to many lovely hilltop villages. It commands panoramic views towards the the northern Vaucluse and the interior is tastefully furnished.

Dominique says: A typical provençal house set in quiet grounds with panoramic views. The interior is delightful, quite in tune with the charm of Provence.

2 week price range * £7060 in June to £8410 in August

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