Pierre & Vacances Prepares for Summer 2023 with the Launch of several New Properties
Following a few incredibly difficult years, travel is certainly back and proving increasingly popular. As we begin to plan our next adventures, it’s clear that booking ahead of time is key to get the best deals, so when it’s wet, cold and a little miserable outside, what better time to organise a summer holiday?
Pierre & Vacances has more than 380 properties worldwide, which include 187 sites in France and Spain, 81 locations by the French coast, and 58 residences in the French Alps – and is delighted to announce the opening of three new residences in France, as well as the completion of major expansion works at a few favourites.
Situated on the French Mediterranean coast, an hour north of the Spanish border, Residence Les Bulles de Mer is the latest property to open under the Pierre & Vacances brand on 28 April 2023. Set in the pretty Mediterranean village of Saint-Cyprien, seven miles from Perpignan, the waterfront residence offers bright, air-conditioned apartments with sun-drenched terraces. The inhouse restaurant offers local and organic products. Relaxation activities, such as yoga and Pilates, are on offer daily as well as a spa for those in need of pampering, and for the restless traveller, there’s a nine and 18-hole golf course plus stand-up paddle boarding from the beach. The residence also has an outdoor pool, open from May to September, and a pool bar, perfect for having a refreshing drink and admiring the panoramic sea views.
A seven-night self-catered stay at Residence Les Bulles de Mer, is priced from £513 total for a one-bedroom apartment sleeping up to four people. Pierre & Vacances (0870 0267 145, www.pierreetvacances.com/gb-en)
Also ready to open in Saint-Cyprien is the premium residence Horizon Golf. The four-star residence consists of 43 modern one-and-two-bedroom apartments, each featuring full kitchen facilities and a balcony or terrace. The property, which is in walking distance of the beach, benefits from a heated outdoor pool, sauna, a cardio training space, onsite supermarket, bar, and restaurant serving an array of local and international cuisine. Opening in April, the residence is just a stone’s throw from the par-73 international 18 hole golf course. Designed by duo Tomlinson and Wright, and officially inaugurated in 1976, the course is regarded as one for the most formidable in southern France and has played host to several prestigious tournaments, including pre-qualifying events for the European Tour.
A seven-night self-catered stay at the premium residence Horizon Golf, is priced from £542 for a one-bedroom apartment sleeping up to four people. Pierre & Vacances (0870 0267 145, www.pierreetvacances.com/gb-en)
This June will see the opening of the newly constructed, Résidence Cap Cassis Calanques, located in a Mediterranean fishing port in the South of France too. The town of Cassis, close to the bustling metropolis of Marseille, is known for its pebble beaches and its ‘Calanques’ (narrow inlets framed by steep, limestone cliffs) that are fun for keen hikers to explore. The Calanques National Park is home to 140 protectected animal and plant species and is a haven for Scuba lovers and rock climbers. Set to open 17 June 2023, the residence has 71 apartments, ranging from studios sleeping two people to larger apartments sleeping up to six. The apartments are fitted with balconies or terraces to admire the panoramic views, and guests can take advantage of the outdoor pool in the hot summer months. Take a trip along the harbour to admire the pastel-coloured buildings and be sure to stop off in at one of the bars or restaurants to sample the local Cassis white wine.
A seven-night self-catered stay at Résidence Cap Cassis Calanques, is priced from £966.90 (£241.72pp) for a one-bedroom apartment sleeping up to four. Pierre & Vacances (0870 0267 145, www.pierreetvacances.com/gb-en)
Heading up to the north of France, between the dunes and lakes of Baie de Somme in North Picardy, just two hours’ drive from Calais, Pierre & Vacances’ Belle Dune Holiday Village offers a varied programme of daytime and evening activities in and around the car-free resort. This summer, guests will be able to visit the newly renovated Aqua Club, complete with swimming pools and slides to keep the family entertained all day long. Guests can enjoy the fresh ocean air as they explore The Bay of the Somme, which is home to an abundant range of migratory birds, seals and other wildlife. After each day, relax in a modern self-catered apartment or house featuring fully equipped kitchens, living areas comfortable bedrooms, and bathrooms. Cook a delicious dinner in the kitchen using fresh produce from the local market, or head out into town to sample some French delicacies.
A seven-night self-catered stay at Belle Dune Holiday Village, is priced from £415 for a one-bedroom apartment sleeping up to four.Pierre & Vacances (0870 0267 145, www.pierreetvacances.com/gb-en)
Last but not least, located between the beach and the port of Courseulles-sur-Mer, in Normandy, northwestern France, Residence Le Chant des Oiseaux is the ideal place to relax whilst still feeling the buzz from the city. The recently renovated buildings in various pastel shades blend harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. The residence offers tasteful apartments, with warm and colorful interiors, each with a balcony or terrace, perfect for soaking up the sun or enjoying a sundowner. Take a dip in the indoor pool, which is heated all year round, or head to the beach to enjoy the soft sand and the cool sea breeze.
A seven-night self-catered stay at Résidence Le Chant des Oiseaux, is priced from £377 for a one-bedroom apartment sleeping up to four. Pierre & Vacances (0870 0267 145, www.pierreetvacances.com/gb-en)
