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Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach

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Villa La Ponote BANDOL
Plage Renecros , 3 min à pied de Villa La Ponote
Inside Dining Area and 
 outdoor  Terrasse
Beach 50mts from Villa, ready for morning swim...
Porte d’Entrée , au premier étage

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bandol, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Plage de Rènecros
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Atlantide1, promenades en mer, calanques de Cassis, Porquerolles
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Ile de Bendor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Le Castellet airport (CTT)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach

Just a few footsteps away from the idyllic Anse of Renecros beach, this property is ideally located off a quiet residential avenue, yet in walking distance of restaurants, shops and all the outdoor living that this traditional rustic town of Provence has to offer.
The apartment is situated that you can wander down the steps to the beach to have your early morning swim within 2 minutes from the Villa and return to have your breakfast on the terrace.... an outdoor shower is available to wash off the remnants of the sand ... can't you just see yourself there ?
The entrance porch opens onto a spacious hallway from which all 8 rooms are accessed. The property comprises of the first floor of a large independent 1920's Villa, with 10 ft ceilings, original shuttered windows, and south facing terrace with sea views. Villa la Ponote is a very unique property, decorated to a very high standard but with all modern conveniences, It has a separate fully equipped fitted kitchen, a large spacious living room which opens onto separate dining room ( seating 4 persons comfortably ) which in turn opens onto the terrace. There are 2 spacious bedrooms, one a master bedroom , with king size bed , this bedroom also opens onto the terrace . The second bedroom has 2 single beds with a great view over the garden. There is separate toilet and bathroom with glass shower cubicle. The apartment is really well equipped with very convenient storage facilities in all the rooms. The terrace can accommodate comfortably 4 people dining and has a French day bed for relaxing in the sun. The terrace enjoys morning sunshine and is south facing , there is an overhead canopy which can be unrolled for shade. Downstairs in the courtyard is an outdoor shower which is very convenient for a refreshing shower and rinsing the sand from the beach.
The apartment is generously stocked with travel books on the area , and a diverse range of reading material . It also has DVDs, cable TV, MP3 player docking system and a number of board games which can be enjoyed in between simply relaxing and soaking up the glorious sunshine that is guaranteed for much of the year in Provence-Alpes-Cote D'Azur.
Bandol is a working Provençale town with a daily market in the square, providing fresh fruit, meats , fish, breads, flowers and a weekly market on the port, with a huge range of stalls from everything from furniture , clothes, pottery and food, every Tuesday.
http://www.bandol.eu/le-marche-de-bandol-et-les-marches-alentours.html

Bandol Var /Provence: is just a few miles away from the spectacular coastline of the Cote D'Azur, Bandol has easy access to a number of exquisite beaches and water sports which can be enjoyed in-between simply relaxing and soaking up the glorious sunshine.Bandol will give you the chance to surround yourself with the style and panache of places like Nice, Cannes and St Tropez further along the Cote D'Azur and balance it with the atmosphere of rustic peace that is more commonly felt in the traditional rural towns and villages of the Var region of Provence - therefore giving you a truly comprehensive experience of the sheer cultural diversity that exists in this unique and fascinating corner of the south of France. Bandol is the perfect base from where the family can be sure to find something to appeal to their sense of adventure, whether it's spending the day sailing, fishing or wind-surfing at the coast or heading inland to investigate the mountains, olive groves, vineyards and medieval villages.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
GOLF
For those interested in golf there is Golf de Fregate an 18 hole course designed by Ronald Fream, it is considered one of the finest courses in Europe with 15 breathtaking holes overlooking the Mediterranean Sea! The Fregate golf course opened in 1992 and is considered an artistic masterpiece, the course is famous for its terraced tees (five at each hole).
Open all year, the Golf Dolce Frégate Provence offers two approved courses, the
Frégate (18H, 6,209m, Par 72), the Frégalon (9H approved, 2,400m, Par 29) and has 50 driving range slots, 2 putting greens and 50 cars
The golf club is open throughout the year i.e. winter (October to March) from 8am to 6pm and summer (April to September) from 7am to 7pm. There is also a pro-shop, clubhouse with restaurant, lockers and caddy-master. Booking 48 hours in advance during July and August. Golf Dolce de Frégate: Route de Bandol 83270 St Cyr sur Mer.
http://en.dolcefregate-golf-provence.com/
TENNIS
Tennis Club de Bandol & Sailing Club: Located on a spectacular piece of coastline, just 10 minutes walk from the property/ beach at Renecros. This club is open to the public and runs tennis camps for juniors from 5yrs up. It provides individual coaching lesson on request .It also enjoys an outdoor activity area of table tennis, boules and playground for the under 10's. It has 8 tennis courts and one 1 practise wall.
http://tennis-bandol.fr/
SAILING
Also within walking distance of the property is SNB Bandol is a wonderful Sailing club which offers courses all summer long for children, teenagers, adults.
http://www.sn-bandol.com/

Property manager

Dorothy Donnelly

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 83009000914GI

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bandol

Located in Bandol, this apartment is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Toulon Beach and Cassis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Toulon. Travelling with kids? Consider Complexe Aquatique, or check out an event or a game at Circuit Paul Ricard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bandol, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Plage de Rènecros - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Atlantide1, promenades en mer, calanques de Cassis, Porquerolles - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Centrale Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Plage d'Eden Roc - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ile de Bendor - 13 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bandol Station - 10 min walk
  • Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Auberge Provençale - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar le Nautic - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪L' Auberge du Port - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant la Chipote - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tchin-Tchin - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Villa Apartment with Large Terrace 2 mins from Renecros Beach located?

This family-friendly Bandol apartment building is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Plage de Rènecros and Villa des Flo. Centrale Beach and Plage d'Eden Roc are also within 10 minutes. Bandol Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anita Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannung pur mit Nähe zum Meer

Wir waren mit 4 Personen, zwei Kindern, in Dorothys wunderbar gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichteter Wohnung in der Villa Ponote mit großem Balkon und zwei Minuten Gehweg zum Meer. Alles ist so wie auf den Bildern beschrieben. Der Ventilator hat bei fehlender Klimaanlage und den hohen Temperaturen sehr geholfen. Abkühlung verschaffte immer wieder die tolle Aussendusche. Bei einem medizinischen Problem hat Lidia, die sich vor Ort um alles kümmert, schnell Hilfe organisiert. Wir hatten eine entspannte Woche und kommen gerne wieder. Franziska
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Park your car and enjoy the beach and town

We had the most relaxing stay in the very beautifully decorated appartment. The kind and informative communication in advance together with the warm and carring welcome made it easy for us to enjoy the vacation from the minute we arrived. The beach and town are only a 5 min walk away, and midday can easily be spent in the shade on the terrasse. Most certainly a vacation that we will hope to repeat in the foreseeable future. Kindest regards, Lisbeth & family, Sonderborg, Denmark
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claude S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fantastique séjour

nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour à Bandol chez Dorothy dans un appartement très très bien situé pour aller à la plage
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apartment felt like home…. only much nicer!

Wow, where should I begin? Unfortunately, we arrived many many hours late after getting lost on the road from Switzerland. The apartment contact was amazingly kind and and gracious and helped us get checked in at 11 pm. Immediately knew we were gonna love it here. After sleeping in and gorgeous, king-size bed we awoke the next morning to this elegant yet comfortable apartment that was furnished with everything . I mean everything that you could ever need. We had a coffee and croissants-freshly baked from the patisserie a block down the street-on the balcony outside. We had our espressos and lounged the day. Bandol is lovely and we were able to walk down the hill to get to the water. The shoreline is filled with beautiful restaurants with sea views , markets and all the amenities you could want for your stay. I even had my hair done.! The apartment manager is a local lady who used to work in the tourist office and was willing to give us ideas on day, trips, restaurants, etc. She is a lovely lovely lady whose warmth and appreciation for life here in Bandol is infectious. We had a car and were able to park close by. Day trips to Nice, Cannes, Aix etc are easy from this location. We walked to the train station to go into Marseille which was quite convenient as that city can be quite challenging as a driver. I hope we can make it back to stay at Dorothy’s rental again. It was a perfect place for us to stay on our south of France adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacques m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

satisfait

Très bien adapté pour deux adultes et deux enfants il manque la climatisation pour les chambres
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Olivier H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belle situation

Appartement vaste et ensoleillé, situé dans un rue piétonne a 100 m de la plage et idem du centre ville. Système de parking à disposition du locataire bien pratique. Très bon accueil et disponibilité de la conciergerie
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

hugues s., Kaltenhouse FRANCE

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

situation idéale, mais...

nous avons trouvé à notre arrivée une maison de charme idéalement située, telle que décrite dans l'annonce. Hélas, le logement était mal entretenu et sale. L'accueil à Bandol était surréaliste par un agent immobilier non professionnel. Nous avons communiqué avec la propriétaire qui a proposé le remboursement des frais de ménage tout en s'excusant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valérie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon séjour

Très bel appartement, très agréable, idéalement situé. Très lumineux. Un très bon séjour à Bandol.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not a single kitchen implement was clean. The towels provided were ridiculous. No beach towels.

This is a nice place, close to the beach, in beautiful Bandol. If I were the Owner, I would switch property manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

We loved it! The location is amazing, right at the beach, a short walk into the town centre, the markets, restaurants. The apartment was bright, spacious and an great balcony for meals outdoors! The host was quick to get back to us with any questions - really friendly. Thank you! Amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Location!

2 blocks to the beach and 2 blocks to the morning market gives this getaway a prime location. Bandol was a great find!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Dominique C.

Maison de charme parfaitement située à Bandol associée à un excellent service d'accueil

Le séjour fut excellent. La maison est parfaitement située à 5mns à pied de la plage et du port avec de multiples commerces alentour. La maison est bien décorée avec goût et bien équipée pour notre famille de 4 personnes (2 adultes & 2 enfants). Une vaste terrasse permet de profiter du soleil. Enfin, la personne en charge de l'accueil et du départ est très serviable et professionnelle. En résumé, une très bonne location que je recommande. Deux points doivent être néanmoins précisés ou modifiés dans la description,: - il n'y a pas de parking privatif et il est impossible de se garer dans la rue proche de la maison. Je me suis garé à environ 7 mns à pied et nous étions en basse saison. - le logement occupe le 1er étage de la maison. Le rez-de-chaussée est occupée par un autre logement. Aucune gêne occasionnée pour nous durant le séjour mais avec nos enfants en bas âge, nous devions être vigilants à ce qu'ils ne fassent pas trop de bruit ou courent dans la maison.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aurélie G.

Situation fantastique!

Nous avons passé une semaine chez Dorothy avec nos enfants et ces vacances étaient top! D’un côté de la rue vous avez la plage et de l’autre l’accès au port et aux commerces. Une semaine sans voiture, pour nous le vrai luxe!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Appartement charmant au coeur de Bandol

Nous avons passé une excellente semaine dans cet appartement aménagé avec beaucoup de charme. C'est personnel, chaleureux, en endroit où l'on se sent chez soi le temps d'un passage. Les photos avaient attiré notre attention pendant nos recherches; nous n'avons pas été décu. Côté cuisine, il y a tout ce qu'il faut (jusqu'à la machine à café Nespresso). L'emplacement de l'appartement est par ailleur idéal. A quelques pas de la magnifique plage de Renecros et du centre de Bandol, adieu "la voiture". La petite terrasse est parfaite pour petit-déjeuners, apéritifs, et divers repas. La douche devant l'entrée est un vrai plaisir en rentrant de la plage. Pour ceux qui aiment l'authentique et les endroits de caractère, l'appartement est un endroit idéal pour apprécier le sud et la ville de Bandol, combinant plage et shopping / restaurants (tout cela à pied et sans voitures aux alentours). Juste noter que le parking (couvert) est à 5 min à pied (on ne peut pas se garer devant la maison); et qu'il n'a pas de jardin (la plage est par contre vraiment à 2 min). Pour finir, le contact avec Dorathy est très facile et très plaisant. Tout s'est parfaitement organisé l'année dernière; nous y revenons l'été prochain avec nos deux enfants.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

A quality apartment in an ideal location

We first visited La Ponote seven years ago and have felt no need or desire to go anywhere else for our late summer holiday. The apartment feels like a home, rather than a holiday let: the kitchen has more gadgets and appliances than you can shake a whisk at, there are ample books and games in the lounge and good wifi for those who feel the need to concern themselves with the outside world. The terrace is a favourite place for breakfast or for lounging with a book after a swim across Renecros bay. The location is, for us, absolutely, superb. Turn left out of the gate, down the steps and you’re on the promenade or at the shops inside five minutes. Market stalls can be found outside the church and mairie every morning – the ham man is not to be missed – look for the longest queue - and a full blown market takes place along the promenade on Tuesday mornings - great fun and tasty. People watching is most enjoyable from Winny’s Bar which is fortunately placed not far from the bottom of the steps! Turn right out of the gate and, in three minutes you can be swimming from Renecros beach – sandy and safe for children and ideal for snorkelling or an energetic swim across to the breakwater. The breakers in the little coves along the coast further westwards offer great photo opportunities when the Mistral blows (or sheltered swimming when it doesn’t!) and for those who prefer dry land the coastal path can be accessed within minutes. Although there are plenty of places to visit in the area (don’t forget the vineyards), the great joy for us has been to put the car in the garage (underground, space reserved as part of the rental) and forget about it for three weeks. The only reason for breaking this routine might be the prospect of a fish lunch in Cassis! It is bliss to have everything you need for the holiday literally on the doorstep. Janet and Derek Winslow
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stylish apartment in stunning location!

The apartment was as beautiful as described on the website. A very comfortable 'home from home' just a couple of minutes walk from the beach with an enclosed bay which lends itself to the most serene sea swimming. The refurbishments have clearly been done by someone with great style and taste and the space has been utilized very effectively. The master bedroom has the lovely feature of doors opening onto the terrace capturing the morning sun. Being so closely located to the center of town, it was also remarkably quiet - the perfect place to escape the stresses of modern life. A very pleasant drive from Nice Airport and also very close to the delightful Aix en Provence, I hope to return in the near future. Many thanks Dorothy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

A Delightful Experience

My Husband and I have visited Bandol several times in the last 30 years, always staying in the Renecross Bay area. On each of our visits we have admired La Ponote from the outside. This year, on looking at the holiday rental site on the computer, imagine my delight when I discovered that the property was available to rent. We had seen the photographs of the interior on the computer but these did not prepare us for the sheer joy of being in this beautiful apartment. It is such a delightful home, modern, yet very French, with such interesting books and games, one need never leave 'home'. The fresh food shops and markets are so close that it is almost criminal not to purchase the goodies on offer and cook them in the very well equipped kitchen. Of course one cannot visit Bandol without visiting the beautiful beaches, surrounding Medaeval villages, markets and towns, so get up early to enjoy these things - but come back soon to La Ponote, relax in the very comfortable sitting room or outside on the lovely terrace, and enjoy a glass or two of the delicious Bandol wine.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sue a.

Perfect Location in Bandol

Perfect location between the beach and the port, lovely accommodation with super comfortable bed, and everything for a relaxing holiday! Easy access to train station, a short walk away so great to arrive by train or to visit other places along the coast.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ROSANA LUZ I.

Great!

I feel greatful to have found such a beautiful place in Bandol. We had an amazing vacation in France. The house is located in a great place; close to the beach and the port yet we could feel the privacy and enjoy the feel of the calm neighborhood. It is decorated with such taste and charm, it was a joy to just sit a the balcon and relax! Big thanks to Dorothy who was always available and gave us so many tips and suggestions. May you all enjoy a great time in such a lovely place! Rosana
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Charming property

We had a wonderful 2 weeks at Villa la Ponote. The location of the property was fabulous. The proximity to the beach was great - we particularly enjoyed an early morning swim before breakfast when the beach was quieter. The accommodation was also a short walk from Bandol town. We loved the area surrounding Bandol, with it's vineyards, markets, and beautiful sea views. The property itself is tastefully decorated. Thank you for a great holiday. The Andersons
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David P.

Très bon !

My wife and I stayed at Villa la Ponote for 2 weeks in June 2015, and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience (we stayed in Cassis a few years ago, and regret having not visited Bandol sooner !). The apartment was as described: well-equipped, and the main bed was comfortable. The retractable awning on the terrace was useful to protect us from the morning sun whilst taking breakfast. By suitably adjusting the windows/shutters, we found that the rooms could be adequately ventilated. There was little motorised traffic which used the adjacent road. Villa la Ponote is well-placed for access to services on foot: less than 10 minutes to the Bandol railway station, and only a few minutes to the supermarkets (8 à Huit on Rue des Écoles, and Casino on Rue de la République). There are nearby bread shops and the nearest newsagent is on Allée Jean Moulin. A good daily food market can be found nearby to the church square (St. François de Sales). The bus stop, 'Embarcadère', is also close by, near to the Tourist Office on Allée Alfred Vivien. There was a good choice of restaurants, and those that we enjoyed were: L'atelier du Gout (Rue Pons), La Brise (Boulevard Victor Hugo), Les Gourmands Disent (Rue de la Paroisse), Il Principe (Rue des Tonneliers; for pizzas), Hotel Delos (Île de Bendor; with a delightful view of the Bandol bay from the outdoor dining terrace; the 12 Euro ferry charge was waived to restaurant customers), and, La P'tite Cour in Sanary-sur-Mer (Rue Barthélemy de Don). The Bandol rosé wine was generally too dry for our palate, but the Bandol vin rouge was enjoyable, e.g., Domaine du Gros 'Noré. We did not hire a car, but used public transport: by bus to La Seyne-sur-Mer (limited appeal but visiting the Napoleonic fort off Avenue Général Carmille) and Sanary-sur-Mer, and by rail to Cassis and Marseille. We cycled to the nearby Zoo & Jardin Exotique, Sanary/Bandol (good) and to Sanary-sur-Mer (picturesque). Regarding airport transfers: we were initially tempted to try the rail service between Marseille airport and Bandol, but finally decided on pre-booking a local taxi service, with the assistance of the renter's local agent, which worked really well (transfer just over an hour either way Marseille airport <> Bandol). We would be happy to stay here again and likewise to recommend the apartment to friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MERCI AND JOE H.

Beautifully appointed villa in great location.

My husband and I had a wonderful stay. The villa is charming. Beautiful to look at and extremely comfortable to stay in. Lovely sized rooms, beautifully decorated. Well furnished, spotlessly clean. The most comfortable bed I ever slept on, with really good bed linen. Great kitchen with ample amounts of good quality table ware etc. Gorgeous terasse where we had long leisurely breakfasts and lunches. The location of the villa is ideal. Only minutes from the beach and promenade, yet still tucked away from all hustle and bustle. No need for a car! Able to walk to everything. Exactly what we needed. We will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maeve K.

An oasis of calm..Fabulous!

We stayed in Villa La Ponote for 2 weeks in June 2014, it was absolutely everything portrayed on the website. The owner Dorothy and her agent Monsieur Grandel are very charming and professional. Nothing is a problem. Fabulous location, down a quiet lane and literally a stones throw from the beach and same from the town yet very quiet. Bandol is a very easygoing kind of town with a daily market in the square , loads of beaches and quiet coves for swimming. There are lots of activities, concerts, festivals and exhibitions on in Bandol. We rented the bikes as well and it was a great way to get about and visit the nearby villages of Sanary sur Mer and La Cadiere.and explore the different beaches. It is a beautifully decorated apartment and is sparkling clean. It has a lovely atmosphere very relaxing with lots of personal touches , wide range of very interesting books , games , dvds, music etc. It is very spacious for 4 people , the bedrooms are large with lots of storage and lots of place to sit and relax, be it on the terrasse, or in the dining room or in living room and armchairs in bedroom, each room has a beautiful view of pine trees or the sea. The terrasse is stunning and has 2 views of the sea, one on port and the other a little peak on renecros beach but more importantly, you can hear the sound of the sea as you sip the Bandol rose on the terrasse. Bon appetit Its a real get away from it all destination.....
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Derek W.

Ideal for Lotus eaters!

A delightful hideaway for a small family or couple. We have been visiting La Ponote for four years now and have never been disappointed. Access in a couple of inutes to Bandol's shops, market, bars and restaurants in one direction and to the beautiful and safe Renecros beach in the other direction. Easy access too for those more energetic, to the coastal path. Leave the car in the underground garage spot provided and forget about it! Or come by plane or train. A perfect chill-out pad. The loo and bathroom are a little cosy if more than two are staying, Otherwise we should have given five stars.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Josée B.

Déception

Nous avons séjourné 10 jours dans la villa et la situation est précise, la villa est très bien situé. Par contre certain endroit dans la villa, comme les armoires de cuisine auraient eu besoin d'un bon nettoyage. La propriétaire n'étant pas sur place, c'est son homme de confiance qui nous a reçu et avec qui nous devions communiquer s'il y avait un souci quelconque.....et bien le dit Monsieur s'est montré très désagréable avec nous. Quand nous l'avons appeler pour lui dire que l'on ne trouvait pas ou était le sèche cheveux, il nous a répondu que ce n'était pas son problème et que nous avions juste à communiquer avec la proprio. À notre départ nous lui avons demandé s'il pouvaient nous aider à descendre nos valises (car pendant notre séjour des travaux majeur ont eu lieu et il on du creuser à l'entrée de la villa jusqu'à nos escalier, donc l'entrée était accidentée), il nous a répondu, qu'il en descendrait une mais pas toute quand même! Malgré cet homme désabréable nous avons passé de très belle vacances, mais à cause des points énumérés ci-haut et d'un grand besoin de rafraîchir la peinture des murs et plafond je ne conseillerait pas cette location.

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Hosted by Dorothy Donnelly

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Why they chose this property

TOP TEN THINGS TO DO WHILE STAYING IN VILLA LA PONOTE

Enjoy an early morning swim in the sea just 100 meters away from Villa La Ponote finish it off with breakfast on the terrasse……

Walk the Sentier Littoral/ coast walk from Villa la Ponote as far as you like; to Plage des Engraviers ( 1hr return ) Port D’ Alon ( 3hrs). Have a swim to cool off and bring your picnic……

Visit the 12 th Century village of La Castellet with its grand array of artisan shops, boutiques, galleries and restaurants.

Take the ferry to the beautiful island of Bendor , 5 mins away , spend a day there on the beach or sail over for an aperitif before dinner , walk the island as you admire the setting sun.

Vist the walled medieval town of La Cadiere d’Azur, with its maze of streets , sip coffee in the shade and savour real Provence.

Have dinner on the beach when all the sunbathers have gone home for the day and sip your rose in the setting sun, Jacky Pizza delivers to the beach !

Market Day , every town has its market day, Bandol is Tuesday, sample at least one market day wherever you choose. Try Aix en Provence its Saturday , shop for bargains but be early! . Known as Paris of the South with its magnificent cathedral and architecture, a university town brimming with life, culture, music and style

Take the train to Marseille, 40 mins only and metro is in same train station, admire the new MUCEM, Fort of St Jean designed by our neighbour Rudy Ricotti(terracotta house at the end of streeet.)

If cooking is your thing , induge yourself with a days cookery class Chez Bernard in La Cadiere d’Azur.

Hire a boat and sail to Ile Vert , 60 mins away by boat depending on sea, book lunch in advance there and float back……..or take any of the day trips advertised on the port to Porquerolles or visit the Calanques de Cassis.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION ; 2 mins by foot from the beach at Renecros...
LOCATION: 4 mins by foot to the port and village center..
LOCATION: End of the street, a quiet and tranquille ambiance...
LOCATION; A glimpse of the Port and the Sea from the terrasse
FACILITIES: Exceptionally equipped apartment, see the reviews...
WIFI , car parking , bed linen , towels, all included in rental.
TV, DVD, DOCKING STATION FOR IPODS/IPHONES, GAMES, BOOKS ,BEACH CHAIRS, SNORKELING EQUIPMENT, BIKES,
DECOR; Stylish, Fresh, Clean , Calming
TERRASSE: TO TAKE THE SUN OR THE SHADE , SIP ROSÉ, WINE OR DINE OR BOTH

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English, French