activities
Discover all the activities around the mas: from hikes in the Cap Lardier natural reserve to drinks on the terrace at sunset to the lively beaches of Pampelonne in Saint-Tropez, you will never be bored!
Gigaro
Hikes with panoramic views
Discover the Cap Lardier natural reserve. Departure above the mas, you can walk to Cap Lardier, the Bastide Blanche via Cap Taillat. For the return journey, take the coastal path to Gigaro beach before heading up to the house.
Saint Tropez
Visit of the old town and the citadel
15 minutes by car, do not hesitate to visit Saint-Tropez, its port, the citadel and its famous market on Saturday and Tuesday mornings.
Don't forget to taste the famous Barbarac ice cream! (Psst, they do takeout).
Cavalaire
Boat rental at Sillage
Discover the small coves near the Bastide Blanche or venture to the heavenly beach of Brégancon and take the opportunity to admire the famous fort! You can also reach the islands of Port-Cros and Porquerolles and stop for lunch there.
Gigaro
Restaurants / Snack / Drinks
In Gigaro, book lounge chairs on Héraclée beach at Cabane Méditerrannée. It is also a perfect place for lunch and/or an drinks at sunset.
For drinks / lunch / snack, go to Pépé le pirate on Gigaro beach. For an upscale Italian dinner, La Brigantine is the perfect place.
Marius à la plage is a restaurant with its feet in the sand. A jazz band comes to play a few evenings during the season.
Just above, the Jardin des Couleurs offers very good fish. It is also possible to order take away pizzas.
On the top of the hill, the new Philippe Starck hotel, Lily of the Valley. Designed as a luxury nature retreat, treat yourself with a day at the spa or a quiet dinner by the pool.
If you want a change of scenery, there is Le Ponent on the Débarquement beach.
Porquerolles
Carmignac Foundation
An exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art, surrounded by a sculpture garden within the Port-Cros National Park.
Terrace of the mas
Admire the wonderful sunsets
Don't forget to come back in time to enjoy, with a drink in hand, the marvelous sunsets from the terrace of the house. A unique and unforgettable show every day.
La Croix Valmer
Bike rental
Road bike (rental possible at Blue Bike in La Croix): the Col de Collebasse via the D93 which leaves from the house or the Col du Canadel which leaves from Rayol and returns via the Môle (you have to leave early).
By mountain bike: the ridge road from La Croix above the Post Office. Several routes: Cavalaire, Rayol, Lavandou and Bormes les Mimosas. Return by the road of the old railway.
La Croix Valmer
Grocery Shopping / Press / Boulangerie
The village of La Croix-Valmer is not the prettiest but its practical for fresh croissant, press and groceries. There are 3 supermarkets, a butchery, a bakery, a press corner with a good selection of books and other useful shops.
Mas de Gigaro
Pool / Tennis / Petanque
Free access to pétanque courts
Access to the supervised swimming pool: €10 per person per week, free for children under 7 years old
Access to 4 tennis courts: €40 per week + €20 security deposit.
Registration and reservation directly at the Club House of Mas de Gigaro.
Port Grimaud
The Venice of Provence
Small canals where boats are moored in front of multi-coloured houses, bridges that span the water and connect tiny flowery alleys, an air of Venice.
Saint Tropez
Les Voiles
The history of "Les Voiles" of St Tropez began on September 29, 1981 when the sailboat Pride launched a challenge to the 12 meter Ikra on a course going from the village of St Tropez to the beach of Pampelonne passing by the Nioulargo (nid of the sea in patois ).
Since then, each year, the most extraordinary sailing boats in the world, traditional the 1st week and modern maxi-yachts the 2nd week meet in the Gulf of St Tropez to challenge each other in an atmosphere where competition and conviviality mix.
Last weekend of September and first weekend of October.
http://www.lesvoilesdesaint-tropez.fr/les_voiles_de_saint_tropez/
Ramatuelle
The beaches of Pampelonne
The beaches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez and the bay of Pampelonne welcome you for an unforgettable moment of relaxation. Book a nice table for lunch with your feet in the sand, lulled by the gentle lapping of the turquoise sea. Sit on your mattress for a privileged moment with quality service.
If you are looking for a festive atmosphere, the beaches of Pampelonne have what you need!
Some beaches remain open all year round, others only in high season.
We often go to La Cabane Bambou.
Rayol
The domain of Rayol
a protected natural area of 20 ha, property of the Conservatoire du littoral, at the foot of the Massif des Maures and facing the Iles d'Hyères, in the Var, between Le Lavandou and Saint-Tropez.
The landscaper Gilles Clément designed the there.Mediterranean Garden, an invitation to travel through the Mediterranean landscapes of the world and landscapes with a more arid or subtropical climate. To discover this garden is to feel some of the emotions experienced by a botanist explorer who surveys the planet!
cogolin
The Jas des Roberts
An essential place for bargain hunters in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez for 30 years, the Brocante is located near the Tennis Club of Cogolin. Le Jas des Robert welcomes every Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. professionals in the flea market, design, vintage, discoveries and curiosities. Take advantage of the catering outlets, car parks (500 spaces) and the idyllic setting under the Cogolin pines to hunt in peace.
Luke's Death Road
Path of Negress
83310 Cogolin
La Croix Valmer
Wine
Take the time to visit the local estates, in addition to the take-out sale, we meet great people. Some estates also organize jazz or other evenings in high season. You have to check their site directly. The Domaine de La Croix or La Madrague, the choice is endless.
Very good cellar at the Grange à Vins 248 rue du 8 mai 1945 in La Croix Valmer.
https://www.domainedelacroix.com/