Architect-designed villa with sea view and pool at the gateway to the calanques park

Located in La Ciotat, this welcoming villa lets you experience it all. Figuerolles Calanque is an easy 14-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 1-minute drive to Gulf of Lion.

After you return to this 4844-sq-ft villa, you can unwind by the private pool or sip a drink in the garden; you may also like the balcony and outdoor furniture. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at foosball and table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

This 7-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom rental features a living room, a dining area, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and an ice maker. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.