About our apartment (sleeps 2/4)

The well-maintained secure complex with gardens on which the apartment is situated is large but generally quiet. There is very tight security and CCTV.

It has its own 4 ‘private’ tennis courts and its own ‘private’ 60m swimming pool and a toddlers’ pool with plenty of space for sunbathing (open 15th May to 30th September). It is approximately 5 minutes walk to the centre of the old roman town.

There are outdoor markets in the town most days; with main market days being Wednesdays and Saturdays. The beach is less than 2 miles away with several bars and restaurants.

Parking is available along the coast road where, during the summer months, the streets come alive with evening entertainment, market stalls, buskers, firework displays (Friday evenings in July & August), etc.

The apartment has a south-facing balcony (loggia) with a large patio table, four chairs and decorative plants.

The accommodation comprises:

A fully equipped independent kitchen with microwave/grill, hob, iron, fridge (with freezer compartment) and washing machine.

A double bedroom with a comfortable *double sofa bed in the lounge (*the mattresses can be divided to make up two singles). 2 double duvets/2 single duvets (as required), 8 pillows and 2 mattress protectors included. Single airbed available on request.

A lounge with a very comfortable double bed settee, TV with DVD/CD player.

Bathroom with bath and shower, and separate toilet.

There is a secure underground lock-up garage.

Free parking can also be found near to the complex.

Children and pets are welcome.

About our region

Fréjus is a delightful market town and beach resort 37.5 miles West of Nice (International Airport) and is set halfway between St Tropez (20 miles West) and Cannes (20 miles East); the twin towns of this all-year-round resort.

Fréjus offers an ideal base with a wide range of interests - from the beautiful beaches (2 km long and 100 m wide) with fine golden sand that stretches to Saint-Raphaël, the chic and famous Port Fréjus sailing marina (above), outdoor markets in the old Roman town daily and along the beach front in the summer, beach & port firework displays (Friday evenings in July & August), sites of artistic, architectural and historical interest to the casino and motor rail terminus in Saint-Raphaël.

This town of art and culture has built up a rich historical and architectural patrimony. It has been an active and dynamic town since Julius Caesar himself founded it in 49 B.C. and includes roman ruins, amphitheatres, archaeological digs of Clos de la Tour.

A very wide range of local activities are available - including swimming (beach or swimming pool), zoo, watersports, markets, horse riding, cycling, walking, guided tours (see Tourist Information Centre), historical sites, galleries, museums, music festivals, and theatre.

Walk, ride or bike in the Esterel hills, visit the wate theme park (Aqualand) with the kids, drive along cliff hugging roads of the Corniche, see the art deco splendour of Juan les Pins.

Fréjus is a large town with lots to offer its visitors. The town centre is busy; full of shops, bars, art galleries and restaurants. During the summer in particular the bars and restaurants come alive with outside entertainment.

Prices and booking information

Date 2011/2012 Price per week

26 February 2011 to 22 April 2011                                 - £300

23 April 2011 to 20 May 2011                                       - £350

21 May 2011 to 24 June 2011                                       - £400

25 June 2011 to 26 August 2011                                   - £450

27 August 2011 to 23 September 2011                           - £400

24 September 2011 to 21 October 2011                          - £375

22 October 2011 to 24 February 2012                              - £250 

One ladies' bike, one gents' bike, and a large fan are available for weekly hire.

Getting There

Plane: Easyjet offer very competitive flights and car hire from all London Airports including Stansted Airport to Nice.

Nice International airport is approximately 40 mins away (37.5 miles) - via the A8 Autoroute.

From the Airport: By Car - When heading towards Fréjus from the Airport take the A8 Autoroute in the direction of Antibes – Cannes – Fréjus (for further details see below).

By Train - If taking the train – you will first need to take the Bus Number ‘99 Nice Direct’ that takes you direct to Nice Central station (NB: There is another 99 Bus but it is not Direct making several stops). Coach Transfers from Nice Airport: There are coach transfers - 1 hour (4 per day) available from Nice Airport to Fréjus at a cost of approx. 15 Euros per person (below) but it is important to check the timetable in advance of your arrival to ensure a connection.

Tel: 04.94.95.95.16 or fax 04.94.83.23.87. Nice Airport to Fréjus: 0900, 1230, 1545 & 1930 Fréjus to Nice Airport: 0715, 1045, 1415 & 1730

NB: Excluding 1 January, 1 May and 25 December)

Train: Fréjus/ Saint-Raphaël is on the main rail line (map), for service between Paris, Lyon, the Riviera and Italy. Fréjus is also, along with Nice, a “Train-Auto Accompagné” station, for travelling with your car between the Riviera and Paris.

Car Hire: All major hire companies: Hertz, Avis, Europcar, EasyJet are situated in Nice (Airport), Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël. Should you prefer, cars can be pre-booked for collection at Nice Airport. Car: From the A8 Autoroute take Sortie 38 (Exit) to Fréjus/ Saint-Raphaël.

Once you have taken the exit you are now on the D37 - proceed over 3 roundabouts signposted ‘Fréjus’, then a further two roundabouts signposted ‘Theatre Romain’ (the first exits on N7 Avenue D L’Agachon and the second exits on Rue Gustav Bret).

Lagon Bleu is situated on the right-hand side as you proceed up the hill.

Ferry: Distances from the channel ports to Nice vary between 700- 800 miles and can take from 12 - 14 hrs approx.

For further information and to book this property please contact the owner:

Allison Dumbrell

Tel: 01502 733 516

International: +44 1502 733 516

When booking this property please mention Relax in France