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If you're looking for a villa holiday in France that offers beautiful scenery, plenty of culture and a seaside location then Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer certainly ticks all the boxes. Located on the Mediterranean Sea where the Rhone joins the ocean, this village in Provence is steeped in history and has the advantage of stunning white sand beaches which meet the blue waters of the Med. Whether you're looking for a place to relax in the sun or somewhere you can explore and learn about history, this is the place to go. Booking villas in the south of France in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer will give you access to all of the town's charms and amenities. The beaches are one of its biggest attractions and from May onwards, the sea is warm enough for you to take the plunge. Imagine lying on the white sands under the sun and being able to cool down with a refreshing swim in the sea. To see the beaches at their most peaceful, you could consider taking an early morning or late evening horse ride along the shoreline. Enjoy the first rays of sunshine in the morning or watch the sun set into the crystal seas while riding a horse which has been born and bred in the local area. Horses are an important part of the local culture, with cowboys - also called gardians - a common sight around the town. To find out more about the unique Camargue horses, you should consider taking a day to visit the island from which they take their name. Situated a short drive from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Camargue is nestled in a body of water that is protected by the embanked arms of the Rhone. Easily accessible from holiday villas in the area, you will certainly find it is a beautiful place to visit for the day. Horse riding excursions are offered all over the island, giving you a chance to see some of the other unusual wildlife that calls Camargue home. Make sure you look out for the pink flamingos, which can be spotted in the island's marshes as this is the only place in Europe where the birds breed. After all this outdoor activity, you might want spend some time learning about the history of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and there is plenty for you to discover within the town itself. The first place to start is at its large church, which can be seen up to ten km inland. It was built between the ninth and 12th centuries and resembles a fort rather than a place of worship in some ways due to features such as a rampart wall and battlements that can be seen at one end of the building. This design was chosen because pirates often used to pillage and raid villages along this stretch of the Mediterranean coast and the church was used as a place for local residents to seek refuge. With Interhome, booking your holiday accommodation and making the most of it while away is an easy process - you can search from 46,000 villas and apartments in 26 different countries based on your specific needs including villas in the south of France. Whether it's relaxing by the beach, the hustle and bustle of the city or a getaway into the mountains or countryside, Interhome has the rental property for you.
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