Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea.
L'Eclaircie is a family villa sleeping up to 12 in 6 bedrooms (5 double bedrooms, 1 bunk bed room). The views from the large terrace are stunning looking down onto the ancient castle of Grimaud in the distance and over forests and vineyards beyond towards St Tropez, Gassin and the sea. The house has a feeling of peace and tranquility as it is surrounded by its own 2 hectare forest of cork oak and pines with no other houses in sight yet it is only 7 mins walk into the picturesque medieval village of La Garde Freinet.
The village has several restaurants and bars, a twice weekly market, 2 butchers, a boulangerie, 2 small supermarkets, art galleries and other picturesque shops. For energetic children there is the village football pitch and the skate park. For energetic adults there are beautiful walks directly from the house in the woods or up in the hills from where one can see all the way to the Alps on a clear day or south to the sea. St Tropez and St Maxime are about 19 kilometers away as are the beaches therefore, so the choice is quiet and peaceful or busy and exciting depending on one's mood at the time.
There is a large theme park only 20 mins away along with go-karting and paint-balling plus a water park 30 mins away for the young and there are three golf courses within easy reach. The area is also full of beautiful vineyards to explore and enjoy wine tastings.
The villa itself is designed for easy living with its outdoor dining just outside the kitchen under the pergola and bright airy living room. There are five bedrooms on the ground floor: 1 superking with ensuite bathroom (inc double basins, bath, shower & wc), 1 more superking, 1 double, 1 twin and a room with bunk beds. There is a further bathroom with wc bath, shower and double basins as well as one shower room with wc and basin.
On the first floor is the master suite with large bedroom with super king bed, ensuite bathroom with bath, shower, wc and double basins and a separate dressing room. There is also a private balcony off the bedroom with exceptional uninterrupted views towards the sea.
There is a well equipped kitchen with double neff oven, induction hob, double sink, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge, and a breakfast table that seats 8 people.
The light and airy living room has 3 x 3 seater sofas, two armchairs, dining table which seats 12, TV (with Orange cable) and DVD player and a beautiful stone fireplace with log-burning stove.
There is also a separate laundry room with washing machine, tumble drier and large fridge/freezer plus an ice-making machine.
Outside there is a beautiful swimming pool which can be heated (from May to September) at an extra charge of 250€ per week. It is particularly large being 12m x 6m. There are plenty of sun loungers around the pool.
The large terrace with its glorious views which runs along the entire length of the house has plenty of shaded seating areas plus a Weber gas barbecue.
There is also a boule pitch, a ping pong table and a swing.
Well behaved dogs are welcome upon request but not allowed on beds or sofas. Additional charge for cleaning 50€.
Please note our changeover day is Friday so we can only take bookings from Fridays to Fridays.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Children are very welcome. We have a cot & high chair available. The pool has a hard electric cover but is not gated.
We don't allow smoking in the villa but you are welcome to smoke outside on the terrace Please be aware of the risk of forest fires & use ash trays.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
La Garde-Freinet
Located in La Garde-Freinet, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Château Saint-Maur and Cave des Vignerons are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Azur Park and Aqualand Sainte-Maxime. Travelling with kids? Consider La Certosa di La Verne, or check out an event or a game at Skyspirit Parachutisme. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Chapelle Notre Dame de Miremer - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
L'Eglise St Michel - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
Conservatoire du Patrimoine du Freinet - 14 min drive - 4.2 km
Château de Grimaud - 16 min drive - 6.6 km
Port of Grimaud - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
Getting around
Le Luc - Le Cannet Station - 25 min drive
Toulon (TLN-Toulon - Hyeres) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Le Clem's - 11 min drive
La Tarte Tropézienne A Micka - 12 min drive
Les Bastides Blanches - 12 min drive
Le Bouchon - 8 min walk
Cafe de France - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea.?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea. on 6 April 2026 start from NZ$1,893, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large Villa. 25 mins inland from St Tropez. Magnificent views towards the sea. located?
This family-friendly La Garde-Freinet villa is located by the sea, 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Conservatoire du Patrimoine du Freinet, and within 6 mi (10 km) of L'Eglise St Michel and Château de Grimaud. Azur Park and Grimaud Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A fantastic property, lovely house with amazing view. Nothing was missing, we had a wonderful stay. Even exceeded the description on VRBO.
Very good location where you easily can reach many charming villages in the surroundings.
Anita E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Dear Anita
Thank you for your lovely review! We enjoyed having you and your family to stay and would love to welcome you back again next year.
Best wishes
Sophie
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sam B.
11 January 2017
Perfect Paradise!
Perfect paradise ! This beautiful spacious home has unparalleled stunning views of the surrounding countryside, truly comfortable en suite bedrooms and a lovely south facing terrace along the length of the house for dining and relaxing in the peaceful fresh air. Lovely pool and inviting local village within easy walking distance with excellent wine shop, bakeries and other local products on offer. We would recommend it to all our friends who seek a short drive to local beaches and secluded luxury at home!
Relaxing, well-equipped villa with spectacular view
Our extended family of 10 spend 2 glorious weeks here and it met all of our expectations. The close (walkable) proximity to town is a distinct advantage. La Garde-Freinet is a lovely village with welcoming residents/shopkeepers. The kitchen of the villa is very well equipped. The pool and deck area are very enjoyable. The host is responsive. The house manager lives in town and is very helpful. We would return in a heartbeat.
Calvin B.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2023
Dear Calvin,
Thank you so much for your lovely comments - we are so glad you had a lovely time at L’Eclaircie.
You are welcome back anytime!
Best wishes
Sophie
Leider waren alle Duschen verkalkt und Bäder bedingt sauber!Dasselbe in der Küche!
nadja s.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Dear Nadja,
Thank you for your feedback - we were very sorry to hear this particularly as we have not had a complaint before. We have asked the cleaners to be more thorough so that this won’t happen again.
We have also asked plumbers to address the calcification of the showers.
We were glad to hear that your mother enjoyed her Birthday celebrations nonetheless.
Best wishes, Sophie
We had a wonderful stay in a great property. 23 days of pleasure. Had fun and enjoyed the inside and the outside. Having lunch on the terrasse in December, wearing tshirts was really cool. Will come back for sure
Jean-Claude M.
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2022
We are very happy to hear that you had a great time staying at our villa. You're right - there's nothing quite like sitting having a meal outside on the terrace in Winter, enjoying the view! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you for being the perfect guest!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Roland H.
8 May 2017
Lovely house in a lovely location
This is a lovely spacious house with a spectacular view in a secluded quiet location. There are four sitting / eating areas depending on weather and time of day - in full sunshine on the terrace overlooking the pool, under a shady awning next to the kitchen, in the sitting / dining room indoors, and in the kitchen itself. We used all of them!
Nearby, there is something for everyone, including a skate park for the teenagers, a fine dining restaurant (Chez Bruno - truffles with everything), St.Tropez for the chic, Monaco for the minted, and a ruined castle in Grimaud for historyphiles.
We loved it.
Roland H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steve F.
22 January 2017
Excellent
Great villa, fantastic location, superb views
Steve F.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Anne V.
8 November 2016
A great Côte d'Azur treat !
As its name goes, « L’Eclaircie », hidden in a wood of cork oaks, offers stunning views over the unspoiled Massif des Maures towards the sea.
We had a wonderful time there in August 2016, for a break that was way too short : kids having fun in the large pool, walks to the nearby charming village with nice shops and and overlooking castle ruins, a short drive to the beach, and best of all long evenings sipping local wine on the terrace, watching the sunset in these clear, deep blue skies that you only get on the Méditerranée, followed by a star-gazing session. The house itself has been recently redecorated. It is very chic and extremely comfortable for a large party. Highly recommended.
Anne V.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maurice G.
5 October 2016
Stunning location and sumptuous retreat
We stayed for a week in early September. It has recently had new owners who have clearly re-furnished it and have done so beautifully. The property is very secluded and set on the side of the hill, yet less than a 10 minute walk to the heart of the lovely village of Le Garde Freinet where there are many good restaurants. The view from our ground floor ensuite bedroom at L'Eclaircie was stunning - with Grimaud Castle in the near distance and Gassin afar. On a good run St Tropez is only about 25 minutes away. The main living room is very large and impressive with a double height ceiling, sizeable stone fireplace as the focal point, and 3 extremely comfortable sofas where our party could relax after dinner. The swimming pool is large and well maintained and itself looks out toward Grimaud. We had a wonderful time at L'Eclaircie and hope to return next year.
Maurice G.
About the host
Hosted by L'Eclaircie
We have 5 children and live in London so we love to escape to the peace and tranquility of our villa.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the stunning view from the villa.