Holiday rentals and lettings in Southern France

From fairy tale castles to the world’s finest wines in Bordeaux, from luxury super yachts on the south coast to the lavish shopping areas of Nice and St Tropez, and from winding rivers in yawning valleys to soaring mountains and rolling hills, Southern France boasts the most spectacular of sights, whether natural or manmade. Choose a holiday letting in the town of Limoges for its fascinating pottery, Carcassonne for history that comes to life or St Tropez to get an insight into the lives of the rich and famous! The holiday rental options for your Southern France holiday are endless.

Holiday rentals in Southern France reflect the beauty of the area, with masses of flowers and rustic gardens. Many holiday lettings feature swimming pools and hot tubs, reflecting the blue sky and offering fun for all the family. No matter the size of your group – whether you’re travelling to Southern France alone or as part of a large group – you’ll find the perfect holiday rental for you here.

There are a number of international airports which fly into Southern France. Nice Côte d’Azur airport gives immediate access to the southernmost coastal area, and Toulouse-Blagnac Airport heads into the centre of the region. For those seeking natural beauty, in the north of Southern France you’ll find the astonishingly beautiful Périgord-Limousin National Park. The park has a vast array of wildlife and extensive hiking trails that lead you through the fine sights and sounds of this enchanting area.

The coastline of Southern France is some of the most beautiful in the world. Six-Fours-Les-Plages is a lesser-known area packed with sandy beaches and interesting coves, and is especially of interest to those who love to dive. Bormes Les Mimosas boasts around 22 kilometres of fine beaches, meaning that there is plenty of room for all, even in high season. This is also wine country so you can enjoy a glass of the best while soaking in the Provencal sunshine!

Where is the best shopping in the world? Top of the list has got to be the fashion shopping in Cannes, and in Cannes, the finest shopping street is La Croisette. Lined with world-leading luxury boutiques, La Croisette is a destination to behold whether you’re buying or just admiring. But it’s not just about fashion! Marche Forville market in Cannes sells just about everything your heart could desire, with local farmer’s produce and flowers being key ingredients in the mix. Explore further round the French Riviera for markets and shops a-plenty. No matter your budget or interest, Southern France is a shopper’s mecca!

France’s history is long and varied and Southern France offers myriad options to learn more about it. Avignon has a fascinating history, for instance. Not always French, the town was the capital of the papacy until 1791 when it was annexed and became a part of the country. Part of the Pope’s old palace is still standing for visitors to explore. Going back even further in time, Nimes Arena is one of the best preserved examples of a Roman amphitheatre that you’ll find anywhere in the world. Now with an excellent interactive video guide, history lovers can really get a feel for how this part of Southern France felt to those living in Roman times.

The world’s wealthiest people bring the world’s most luxurious yachts into the world’s most spectacular marina in St Tropez. Enjoy both the sights of the ships and the offerings of the shops nearby.

Take a guided trip down the Ardeche river and enjoy white-knuckle white water rafting through staggeringly beautiful countryside.

The world’s most important lavender growing region is in Aix-en-Provence in Southern France. Enjoy the sight of miles and miles of purples of all shades, together with the delightful aroma from the pretty flowers.

A UNESCO world heritage site, Albi is one of the prettiest towns in the whole of Southern France. Don’t miss the view from the church overlooking the bridges over the water – simply stunning!

The world-leading wine producing region of Bordeaux is only too delighted to welcome visitors who wish to learn more about its unique processes, land and vines, and to taste and buy its produce!

What was the average cost of holiday rentals in Southern France last year?

With an annual average price of £141, Southern France is not a destination that stands out as the most expensive or the cheapest in France.

When can you get the best deals on holiday rentals in Southern France?

If you would like to save as much as possible during your visit to Southern France, book to go there in March (£131 per night on average), April (£132), or May (£134) to find the lowest prices for the whole year.

When are holiday rentals more expensive in Southern France?

Last year, the month that offered the highest average prices in Southern France was July, with an average price of £163 per night. This was followed by August, with an average of £161, and February, with £140.

Is it necessary to plan a trip to Southern France well in advance?

So you don't run out of accommodation options in Southern France, we recommend you to think ahead, as 64% of rentals are usually booked, according to last year's data.

Which months offer the highest availability?

In the previous year, the months with the largest number of available properties in Southern France were April, October, and March with average availabilities of 48%, 43% and 42%, respectively. However, even during the months when the availability is the highest, the average is 45%. Due to this, it is better to always prepare your holiday to Southern France in advance.

During which months are there fewer rentals available in Southern France?

The month with the highest average number of booked rentals is August (only 13% of properties were available on average in the previous year). Followed by July (19%), and December (33%).

How many holiday lettings are there in Southern France?

Holidu has paired up with 150 different partners to offer you an inventory to choose between 140,000 properties we have in Southern France.