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Port Grimaud is one of the most unusual and romantic places on the French Riviera - a purpose-built lakeside town of coloured houses, winding canals and bobbing boats, just minutes from Saint-Tropez. Here is everything you need to know before you visit.

Planning a beach day on the Giens Peninsula? This guide explains where to swim for the clearest water, how the Mistral affects conditions, and which beaches suit families or stronger swimmers. A practical Riviera overview for guests who prioritise water quality and considered coastal experiences.

Four restaurants in Sainte-Maxime that are genuinely worth your time: a seafront rotunda, a jazz-filled institution, a nomadic Mediterranean kitchen, and the Golfe de Saint-Tropez’s most exciting new opening.

From feet-in-the-sand lunches to rooftop sundowners | five beach restaurants on La Nartelle and La Croisette that define what a Provençal beach day should feel like.

Exploring the Riviera by boat opens up coves and beaches that feel worlds away from the main access points. From the red rock inlets near the Esterel to protected island shores such as Port-Cros, this guide covers where to go, how to approach, and what to expect from a day on the water.

Meet Stéphanie, a private wellbeing practitioner in Provence offering yoga, Pilates and in-villa massage. Learn about her background, approach to personalised care, and how our experience team can arrange sessions tailored to your villa and schedule.

A well-timed day trip from Sainte-Maxime to Saint-Tropez can be one of the highlights of your stay. From crossing the gulf by boat to navigating market mornings and returning for a late swim, this morning-to-evening itinerary keeps the day smooth, stylish, and stress-free.

From one of Provence’s 18 classified growths to a wild coastal estate farmed since 1805 | six vineyards around Saint-Tropez and Ramatuelle that are worth an afternoon of anyone’s time.

Experience Provence through private, tailor-made guided tours with Rémi shaped around wine, culture, gastronomy and local traditions. Each itinerary is designed in collaboration with guests, offering flexibility, local insight and a relaxed pace throughout the day.

Choosing between Sainte-Maxime and Saint-Tropez can shape the entire feel of your holiday. We compare pace, beaches, market days, pricing, and practical logistics across both sides of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, helping you decide where to stay – and how to enjoy the best of each without compromise.