Histoires de Bastide

The four rooms at Histoires de Bastide are designed for two people and all have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and sea views. They range from 15 to 20 m². The room names distinguish a Standard Room, a room with a spa bath and two Superior Rooms.

The bathrooms have a shower; two rooms also have a bath. The Standard Room has a walk-in shower and a private entrance. The two Superior Rooms differ in their features: one is soundproofed and has a desk, while the other combines a bath with soundproofed walls. The rooms with a bath also have a shower. Each room has a large double bed.

The sunny terrace provides an outdoor space to enjoy views of the sea and hills. Coffee is available on site. Room amenities include air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower; some rooms also have a bath. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the house, and free public parking is nearby.

The area is well suited to outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling and horse riding. A tennis court, film nights and karaoke are also among the leisure options. Massages are available, and sun loungers provide a place to relax outdoors. Housekeeping is provided daily. Pets are allowed on request at no extra charge; access to the house is via a code sent before arrival.

Tourrettes-sur-Loup is a hilltop medieval village in the hinterland of the Alpes-Maritimes. Its narrow lanes, stone houses and vaulted passageways make up an old centre that is best explored on foot. The village is associated with violet cultivation; the market and small squares offer a glimpse of local life. The heights provide views across the hills and, on clear days, towards the Mediterranean. The setting suits travellers looking to combine heritage, walks and trips to the coast.

Église Saint-Grégoire and Château-Mairie are among the village’s landmarks. La Bastide aux Violettes explores the history of this local crop, while Fondation Maeght in Saint-Paul-de-Vence brings together modern art and architecture in a garden setting. In Grasse, you can visit perfume houses and the Musée International de la Parfumerie. Cagnes-sur-Mer railway station connects the hinterland to the coastal rail network; a car makes it easier to travel between villages. Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is 13 km away, according to local information.

For a day without a long journey, take time to wander through the old village, then head for the hill trails or nearby towns. Another outing could combine Saint-Paul-de-Vence and its galleries with a visit to a museum in Grasse. In spring, the landscape is green and the walks are pleasant; summer brings warm days, making morning excursions a good option before heading to the coast. Early autumn generally offers a quieter atmosphere for exploring the villages and roads of the hinterland.