Villa des Mimosas
above the hills of St. Tropez
Villadesmimosas is a provencal style luxury villa with 3 large double bedrooms, 1 en suite bathroom, 1 family bathroom and 2 separate WC's. There is a large kitchen, dining room, living room, WC , utility room and an entrance hall. Outside is a large patio with a dining area and a private pool and gardens.
Welcome
Villa des Mimosas is a luxury holiday home in the village of La Mole 15 minutes drive from the buzzy town of St.Tropez. The following pages are dedicated to this beautiful property and the many fun and relaxing activities which can be experienced around the peaceful village of La Mole and the charming town of St Tropez in the south of France.
Pool Patio & Gardens
The patio and pool are south facing and benefit from all day sunshine. The area is furnished with a large family dining table and chairs and provides a quiet relaxing area for sunbathing and outdoor dining. There is also a pergola which runs the length of the patio and gives cool shade from the mid day heat as does the front garden.
Living Area
Villa des Mimosas has 3 large double bedrooms, 1 en suite bathroom, 1 family bathroom and 2 x WC with AirCon throughout. There is a large kitchen, dining room, living room, WC , utility room and an entrance hall. Outside is a large patio with a dining area and a private pool and gardens.
The main living room and dining room area is furnished in typical provencal style and there is a wood burner and fireplace which creates a warm snug atmosphere in winter.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
All bedrooms have luxury double beds decorated in a provencal style with white tiled floors to keep the rooms cool in summer . The master bedroom has a separate dressing room and en suite shower room and WC. Each bedroom has built in wardrobes, storage and Air Conditioning.
Kitchen
There is a luxury fitted kitchen with all mod cons including local marble work surfaces and an extensive range of utensils and gadgets. There is also a breakfast bar area which overlooks the pool and mountains.
Getting There
La Mole is 15KM south of St.Tropez on the D98 road between Cogolin and Bormes -les-Mimosas
It is a 90 minute drive from Nice airport and a 30 minute drive from Toulon Airport.
St.Tropez's local airport is also nearby but for private planes only.
La Mole & St. Tropez Area
La Mole is a peaceful village in the heart of the Maures mountains and is close to the sea. Surrounded by a gorgeous forest. La Mole is well located for walking and cycling, at the top of the hill, on the rock of St. Madeleine, and north of the present village, are the ruins of the original community of La Mole and an 11th Century Castle.
La Mole is located 15 kms behind St-Tropez on the "Route des Vins". It has been a popular location for celebrities over the years because of the wonderful surroundings and the proximity of the famous coastal resorts of St Tropez, Nice and Cannes. Many still visit regularly and can be seen at the renowned "L'Auberge de la Mole" restaurant.
GRIMAUD
Only 10 minutes away from La Mole is Grimaud a charming medieval village crowned by its Feudal castle and was the guardian of the former Gulf of Grimaud. The village invites you to take a walk through the centuries, strolling along shady little lanes discover the sites and the calm and serenity that is Grimaud. In our opinion Grimaud is home to some of the best restaurants around St Tropez
St Tropez
Originally just a sleepy fishing village frequented by painters and writers was changed forever by "And God Created Woman", a 1956 film that put this town as well as Brigitte Bardot on the map. Suddenly it was the pinnacle of chic and everybody wanted to be there. The best beaches are out of town, including the popular Plage de Pampelonne. Situated on the east side of the peninsula, this golden curve of sand is packed full of beach clubs and restaurants. Further south is the Plage de l'Escalet, much less crowded and free
The city of Toulon is a 30 minute drive from La Mole and is the capital of the region. The surrounding vineyards produce some of the most renowned wines. Travelling from Toulon towards St Tropez you will reach Hyères which marks the start of the celebrated Cote d'Azur.
Chateau Minuty A short drive from Villa des Mimosas is the Vineyard of Chateau Minuty. The Vineyard is open to the public and well worth a visit. The property includes a splendid stately house dating from the Napoleon III period, an 18th century farmhouse, and most importantly, 90 hectares of vines.
Villa des Mimosas in La Mole is the ideal setting for anyone who loves the countryside but wants to be within easy reach of the sea, coastal resorts, St Tropez and the Alpes Maritimes.
Activities around Villa des Mimosas in La Mole & St.TRopez
The villa is well located for driving to beaches etc, by direct access to roads that run behind the main congested coastal route (from St Maxime to Pampelonne), avoiding most of the traffic that St Tropez is (in)famous for.
The sunny days are yours to enjoy, whether to purely lounge around the pool or soak up sunrays & cocktails at the beach clubs of Pampelonne Beach or Cogolin Plage
Explore St Tropez old town and the port by boat or foot
Dine at the excellent restaurants & bars
Or stroll through vineyards, sampling local cellar-door wines, then meander home…
PROVENCIAL MARKETS
Tues: St Tropez day market (am)
Wed’s: Cogolin bric-a-brac market (am)
Thurs: Plan de la Tour day market, La Croix Valmer night Market 7-11pm
Sat’s: St Tropez day market (am), Cogolin market at Mairie carpark
HORSE RIDING Cogolin Tel: 06 11 81 11 32 Grimaud Tel: 04 94 43 24 09
GO KARTING Grimaud Tel: 04 94 56 00 12
CASINO Ste Maxime Tel: 04 94 55 07 00
GOLF
Beauvallon (golf course on road towards St Maxime) on 04 94 96 16 98
Golf Course at Sainte Maxime on 04 94 55 02 02
TENNIS
Grimaud Tennis Club Tel: 04 94 56 41 88
St. Tropez Tennis Club Tel: 04 94 97 15 52
SKIING
The ski resort area of Isola 2000 is approx 3 hour drive, with on average good snowfall conditions for the South Alps.
BEACHES
Visit seesainttropez website for latest information on local beaches and restaurants
https://www.seesainttropez.com/beachclubs/
Pampelonne:
If wanting a full beach day, leave by 9.45am to miss most of the tourist traffic, or if wanting to do ‘aperitif’ at the day clubs, make your way there at about 4pm.
Directions: (to avoid hitting St Tropez traffic)
At Geant supermarket roundabout, take the 1st exit, and head towards Ramatuelle. At a roundabout just before Ramatuelle, turn left where there are signs for La Croix Valmer and Beaches/Plages.
There are many small roads leading off the main road onto Pampelonne Beach, depending which beach club you are heading for. All roads lead to public areas of the beach also.
WATER PARKS
The best – Aqualand at St. Aygulf, about a 45 minute drive. It’s north of St Maxime along the coast road, just before Frejus. It has dozens of water slides on the park, and go-karting next to it.
There is another Aqualand on a roundabout behind St Maxime, (follow signs for motorway behind St Maxime). This park is closer, but only half the size of the water park in St Aygulf.
RESTAURANTS
A lovely afternoon or evening out is to walk through the cobblestone streets of one of the ancient hilltop towns of Grimaud, Gassin or Ramatuelle. Choose to eat in one of the many terraced restaurants lining the alleyways.
La Mole Local Restaurants
Auberge de la Mole (La Mole)
04 94 49 57 01 (set menu with all you-can-eat pates to start and marinated fruit to end, in grand pots)
On the right as you drive into the center of La Mole village. A bustling dining room at the rear.
La Ferme du Magnan Terrasse (La Mole) Highly recommended *****
Ph 04.94.49.57.54
On the N98, towards La Mole/Toulon.
One of the best restaurants in the area for the food and the views . We saw President Sarkozy here dining with his family who have a house in the nearby hills. He is also a keen cyclist.
Restaurant La Reine Jeanne (La Mole)
04 94 150 083
(a la carte or choice of set menus all great value for money).
Local Area Restaurants
Restaurant/Plage de la Boullabaisse (St Tropez)
0494 975 400
On the road into St Tropez, 1km before the town on your left. Great seafood. Gorgeous beach/bay setting, tables on decks (ask for a table outside) overlooking the bay. Fantastic for either lunch or dinner. On a private beach for kids to play on, highchairs available.
La Ferme LaDouceur (Gassin)
0494 792 495
Daily Set menu only (there is no a la carte menu), On the D61 between St Tropez and Ramatuelle. The wine is not the best quality. Lovely vineyard terrace setting, though quite touristy.
Restaurant Couleurs Jardin (Plage de Gigaro) Highly recommended *****
0494 795 912. Open all year
At Plage (Beach) de Gigaro, off the D93, between La Croix Valmer and Ramatuelle. Exotic decked setting on the beach, with a la carte European-fusion food.
They also have a takeaway pizza cabin to order and eat on the beach.
BARS
Club 55 (Pampelonne Beach, run by Patrice de Colmont) This and Nikki Beach are the best in regards to being the coolest day clubs on Pampelonne. Note: book weeks in advance if wanting a table/daybed reservation in the summer. If you have kids ask for a table in the garden/jardin, for more space.
Tel: 04 94 55 55 55
Nikki Beach (Pampelonne beach) Fantastic at aperitif time (as of 4pm), people dancing on tables, getting thrown in the pool, amazing magnums of rose to be accompanied by a fruit or raw vegetable platter.
Tel: 04 9479 8204
Tahiti Plage (Pampelonne beach). The favorite place of the desirables coming off their superyachts to landlubber for a bit. A live band and fashion show to entertain around lunch time.
Child-friendly Tel: 04 94 9718 02
Café de Paris *****
Tel: 0494 970 056 Right in the middle on the port of St Tropez, overlooking the marina. Open year round. For a boutique bar experience stay at street level, and for a more local yacht experience, walk through the pedestrian passage next to Café de Paris and go through a glass door on your right and up the stairs into Hotel Sube bar, on the 1st floor.
NIGHTCLUBS
Les Caves du Roy (Hotel Byblos, in a street off the bouledrome in St Tropez) ‘The’ nightclub of Saint Tropez. Most of what you hear that happens in Saint Tropez, happens in here.
Book in advance Tel: 04 94 56 68 00
VIP Room Another celeb spotting spot.
Book in advance Tel: 04 94 97 46 06
Visit seesainttropez website for latest information on local beaches and restaurants
https://www.seesainttropez.com/beachclubs/
Cycling Around La Mole
The hills above St Tropez are perfect for the casual or the more serious cyclist/explorer.
The views of the Cote D'Azure coastline and the valleys are spectacular.
Electric bike rental has made the area more accessible to people of all levels of fitness.
Try the perfect coffee/lunch ride to Bormes-le-Mimosas through the hills
above the valley of La mole and onto the best views of the Cote D'azure only 2 hours ride at a slow pace.
Bicycle rentals:
