La Bohème

A beautiful house with a garden in Cassis, in the south of French Provence

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La Bohème is a spacious, fully equipped house in a quiet, gated residence in the picturesque harbour town of Cassis. The house offers comfort, privacy and the authentic atmosphere of the French Riviera. It is perfect for a family holiday, a stay with friends or a longer, peaceful escape from the city. Ideal for those who are not interested in an anonymous hotel, but seek their own space, a garden, room to breathe and the chance to live like a local for a few days. The house consists of two separate units that can be rented individually or together for a larger group of guests. The upper, more spacious part offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate WC and a large living room with a kitchen that opens onto the main terrace. The lower part of the house holds a studio with its own entrance from the garden, a kitchenette and a bathroom with WC. The main terrace is a pleasant place to sit and is equipped with an outdoor barbecue. In the summer months (May-October), guests can use the residence outdoor pool. The tennis court is available all year round.

Cassis is a picturesque historic fishing harbour on the Mediterranean coast of Provence, close to Marseille and west of the better-known Saint-Tropez. The town is famous for its vineyards, the imposing Cap Canaille cliffs and above all for the beautiful turquoise coves of the Calanques.

One of the most striking landmarks of Cassis is its 13th century medieval castle, which rises on a rocky hill above the harbour and completes the unique atmosphere of the town.

Cassis also offers pebble beaches, a wealth of hiking trails and boat trips into the Calanques National Park, a romantic historic harbour and the famous panoramic Route des Crêtes with breathtaking views of the coast and the Cap Canaille cliff. Local vineyards, traditional markets, restaurants serving fresh fish and seafood and a lively cultural scene all contribute to its unique Provençal atmosphere.

  • Spacious living

    A large living room flowing onto the terrace and a private garden with sea views. Can be extended with the studio at the lower end of the garden.

  • Capacity and comfort

    We can accommodate up to 8 guests in 3 bedrooms (1 double bed, 4 single beds, 1 sofa bed for two). The capacity can be extended by a double bed in the lower studio.

  • Amenities

    A fully equipped kitchen – oven, microwave, fridge with freezer, coffee maker and washing machine. Outdoor barbecue on the terrace. TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and heating.

  • Equipment for children

    A cot, 2 high chairs, a potty, toys and 2 child car booster seats.

  • Residence facilities

    In the summer months you can use the outdoor pool and the tennis court free of charge.

  • Parking

    Two reserved parking spaces right by the house.

Contact

50 Route des Crêtes
La Grande Bastide
13260 Cassis
France
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E-mail: info@laboheme-cassis.com

Getting here

By plane to Marseille and then …

  • By car

    about 45–60 minutes

    You can rent a car right at the airport and drive comfortably to the house, which has two reserved parking spaces.

  • By public transport

    about 1.5 hours

    Take the airport shuttle bus (Navette A1) to Marseille Saint-Charles, the main railway station. From there a direct train continues to Cassis. Cassis station is about 1.5 km from the house; a taxi is available.

  • Taxi / ride-sharing

    late-night and early flights

    For night, late or very early arrivals and departures you can use a taxi, Bolt or Uber.

The house

The studio

  • Living room with a decorative bicycle on the wall and colourful cushions

Booking

The house, the studio and the whole house including the studio can be booked online in our booking system, which shows current prices and available dates. The whole house (“La Grande Bohème”) can only be booked for dates when both the apartment and the studio are free. For any questions, send us a message using the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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What the area offers

Avignon – the Saint-Bénezet bridge and the Papal Palace above the Rhône

Culture and history

Marseille: tthe old Vieux-Port harbour, the historic Le Panier quarter, the basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations (MUCEM), and the forts by the old harbour. Aix-en-Provence: a lively university town of boulevards, baroque palaces and traces of Paul Cézanne, who lived and worked here.

Arles: a full-day trip for lovers of Antiquity. UNESCO-listed Roman and Romanesque monuments, including the Roman arena, the ancient theatre and the cryptoporticus.

Avignon: a historic city best known as former seat of Popes. Its landmarks are the monumental Papal Palace (Palais des Papes) and the famous Saint-Bénezet bridge, known as the Pont d'Avignon.

A road above the sea in the Calanques massif

Cycling

Cassis is a great place for an active cycling holiday, especially in Spring, Autumn or the Winter months, when the climate in Provence is milder and there are fewer tourists. The area around Cassis offers road routes as well as trips by e-bike or mountain bike.

Cyclists are drawn to the famous Route des Crêtes between Cassis and La Ciotat, a panoramic road high above the sea with stunning views of the Calanques. The official Cassis tourist website states that every Sunday the Route des Crêtes is reserved for pedestrians and cyclists, with access closed to cars or motorbikes.

Road cycling routes around Cassis (Komoot)

Climbing

Cassis is a convenient base for climbing in a beautiful part of southern France. The Calanques National Park tempts climbers of all abilities with its white limestone walls overlooking a turquoise sea. The area offers single-pitch sport routes as well as multi-pitch climbing. Spring and Autumn are the preferred seasons. In Summer, access may be restricted due to wildfire risk; always check the most up-to-date regulations.

Inspiration: classic routes in the Calanques (UKClimbing)

Wine and gastronomy

Cassis wine was among the very first French AOCs, the Cassis Appellation being officially recognised on 15 May 1936. The whole appellation lies within the town’s boundaries, with vineyards stretching between the town, the hills and the sea. Today, 10 wine estates farm around 215 hectares, and are known above all for their whites, which are fresh and mineral, with citrus and floral notes.

The Provençal market in Cassis takes place every Wednesday and Friday morning. The stalls offer local fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, olives, honey, herbs, local wines and other Provençal regional specialities.

In May the traditional Fête du Vin de Cassis celebrates local winemakers and AOC Cassis wines. The highlight of the gastronomic season is Les Vendanges Étoilées in September, when the town centre turns into a food festival with cooking demonstrations, tastings, local producers and a delicatessen market.

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