Your Prestige Villa in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Villa Lou Bagarède · Grimaud · 340 m² · 12 guests
To choose Villa Lou Bagarède is to choose the Gulf of Saint-Tropez as a whole — not a single famous village, not a single famous beach, but an entire coastal territory whose richness lies precisely in its variety. From the medieval hilltop of Grimaud to the canals of Port Grimaud, from the vineyards of Ramatuelle to the old harbour of Saint-Tropez, the gulf offers a different landscape every day, a different light every hour.
The villa sits at the geographic heart of this ensemble. From Grimaud, every point of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez is within easy reach: fifteen minutes to Pampelonne, six minutes to Beauvallon, twenty minutes to the port of Saint-Tropez. But the villa is not merely a base camp. With its 340 m², its private heated pool, its two-thousand-square-metre wooded garden and its private sauna, it is a destination in itself — the kind of place where you realise, three days into your stay, that you have not wanted to leave it.
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez — geography and beauty
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez extends across approximately thirty kilometres of Provençal coastline, enclosed to the east by the Saint-Tropez peninsula and open to the west toward Sainte-Maxime and the lower Var. The Maures hills rise immediately behind it: a massif of cork oaks and chestnuts, laced with hiking trails and quiet streams, that forms one of the most intact natural landscapes in coastal France.
Mediterranean vegetation here is not a backdrop but a presence. The maquis — rosemary, cistus, mastic trees, broom — covers the hillsides in a patchwork of grey-green that turns to gold in high summer. Umbrella pines punctuate the skyline with shapes that have been painted by every artist who has passed through the Var. The light itself is the defining feature: white at midday, honey-coloured at five in the afternoon, rose and violet in the thirty minutes after sunset that the locals call the golden hour. The vineyards of the AOC Côtes de Provence occupy the inland valleys, their rows running to the horizon in a geometry of extraordinary precision. The combination of sea, hills, forest and vineyard within a radius of thirty kilometres is unique in France and accounts for the lasting devotion of those who return to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez year after year.
The villages of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Each village around the Gulf of Saint-Tropez offers a distinct character that enriches the experience of staying here. Together they form a mosaic of Provençal life that no single destination can offer on its own.
Saint-Tropez — the most famous, and the most misunderstood. Behind the yachts and the celebrity summer lies a genuine Provençal fishing village, with a citadel, medieval lanes, a remarkable art museum and a market square that has barely changed in a century. Gassin, perched on its hilltop with a 360-degree panorama over the gulf, is classified among France's Most Beautiful Villages and rewards a long morning spent in its quiet lanes and its outstanding restaurants. Ramatuelle, another hilltop village above the Pampelonne plain, hosts the Festival of Theatre each summer and produces some of the finest Côtes de Provence rosé. Port Grimaud is the famous lakeside quarter built by architect François Spoerry in 1966 — a Provençal Venice of canals, bridges and coloured houses where every dwelling has a mooring. Grimaud itself, the medieval village at the heart of the commune, crowns its hill with an eleventh-century castle and a summer night market that is one of the most atmospheric events in the Var. From Villa Lou Bagarède, all five are within easy driving distance — each one worth an afternoon or an evening of exploration.
The beaches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
The beaches of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez are among the most celebrated in France, and the variety on offer is remarkable. Pampelonne, at Ramatuelle, is the most famous: four kilometres of fine golden sand lapped by remarkably clear water, lined with beach clubs that range from the legendary Nikki Beach to quieter family-oriented establishments. Arriving early in the morning, before the crowds, Pampelonne is as beautiful as anywhere in the Mediterranean. It is approximately 15 km from Villa Lou Bagarède.
Beauvallon, the closest beach to the villa at 6 km, stretches along a quiet bay facing the gulf with a more relaxed character than the Pampelonne side — ideal for families and for those who prefer their beaches without a reservation. Les Graniers and La Bouillabaisse lie along the Saint-Tropez cape itself, easily walkable from the village: smaller, more intimate beaches in a setting of pine trees and blue water. The beaches of Port Grimaud, 8 km from the villa, border the lagoon with calm shallow water particularly suited to young children. The gulf's diversity means that no two mornings at the beach need be the same.
Villa Lou Bagarède — heart of the gulf
Villa Lou Bagarède sits in Grimaud, at the geographic centre of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, surrounded by Mediterranean forest and the fragrant garrigue that gives it its name — lou bagarède, the dense thicket, in Occitan. The estate spans 340 m² across a wooded garden of 2,000 m², with a private heated pool, a private sauna and parking for four vehicles.
The six bedrooms — Lavender, Mimosa, Olive, Garrigue, Cricket and Thyme — accommodate up to twelve guests in a comfort calibrated to the finest Provençal tradition: generous volumes, quality linens, air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor dining terrace for twelve. Reservation is direct with the owner, with no agency commission. The welcome is personal; the experience is private. For a full description of the villa and its rooms, visit the dedicated page.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
The Gulf of Saint-Tropez is a geographical ensemble on the Var coast of Provence, comprising the communes of Saint-Tropez, Grimaud, Ramatuelle, Gassin, Port Grimaud, Cogolin and Sainte-Maxime. It forms approximately 30 km of coastline between the Maures hills and the Mediterranean, home to some of the most celebrated beaches and villages in France.
What is the difference between renting in Saint-Tropez versus elsewhere in the gulf?
Saint-Tropez in peak season is lively, densely frequented and subject to significant traffic congestion. Grimaud offers the calm and authenticity of a medieval Provençal village while sitting fully within the Gulf of Saint-Tropez — the same beaches are accessible in exactly the same amount of time. Villa Lou Bagarède gives you the entire breadth of the gulf without the noise and congestion of the famous town centre.
What activities are available in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez?
The gulf offers exceptional variety: swimming at Pampelonne, Beauvallon or the Port Grimaud lagoon; sailing and yacht charter from the major marinas; scuba diving along the rocky shores; coastal hiking through the Maures massif; the Côtes de Provence wine route with cellar visits; Michelin-starred and excellent local restaurants; the Place des Lices market; the Annonciade museum; and the festivals of Ramatuelle and Gassin in summer.
How do I book Villa Lou Bagarède?
Booking is made directly with the owner, with no commission or intermediary. Check availability and send your enquiry from the dedicated page — a reply is guaranteed within 24 hours. See availability and rates →