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Holiday Rentals in Grasse - A Guide to Grasse
Holiday rentals in Grasse are located just 15km northwest of Cannes within the Alpes-Maritimes departement. It is known as the perfume capital of the world and as such is a very popular centre for tourism.
The most direct route to reach Grasse holiday rentals is to fly direct from the UK to Nice International Airport. It is well worth hiring a car on your arrival in order to explore the beautiful countryside and coastal towns of the Cote d’Azur.
If you need some more information on car hire in Grasse, simply click on our car hire page. Alternately you can drive south from Calais on the A7 and A8 autoroute.
Types of Holiday Rentals in Grasse
There is a wide variety of property to rent in Grasse but the most common are apartments, houses and villas. The majority of villas to rent in Grasse have a pool, garden and lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
Many also have air-conditioning, which is always a bonus if holidaying in peak summer or with small children. In most cases villas tend to have a minimum of 4 bedrooms perfect for groups of friends or family, whereas apartments to rent in Grasse have 1-2 bedrooms, ideal for couples and small family groups.
Many also have access to a pool. All types of property are available within the town itself or in quiet rural
areas.
Grasse Useful Information
As previously mentioned, Grasse is the perfume capital of the world. The industry represents two thirds of total French production generating a turnover of 600 million Euros.
The perfume museum in Grasse is a very popular tourist destination and you can have guided tours around some of the areas perfume manufacturers.
The old town is charming and you could happily spend a day exploring the winding narrow streets, 17th Century buildings, arched tunnels and large squares.
The main square is Places aux Aires and features a three-tiered fountain and a number of cafés. Another square – Place du petit Puy – is the home of Notre Dame Cathedrel which houses three painting by Rubens.
In the surrounding countryside you can cycle, hike and horse-ride and for the more adventurous there are also find caves and grottos to explore. Holiday rentals in Grasse are perfect for anyone exploring this historic and exciting town.