Finally, we are in Antibes!
And the big news is that our vacation rental in Antibes – our base for the hiking trips we have planned along the French Riviera the next week or so – is much prettier than we had dared to expect.
It’s a real “maison de caractère” as they say over here, …
… and on top of that, the flat itself is spacious and pleasantly decorated.
And as though that were not good enough, it’s in the centre of the old town ….
…. only a few steps away from the sea.
And we’ve already made our first hiking trip … to the local supermarket – today’s and tomorrow’s dinner plus our breakfasts for the next two days including fruit and freshly squeezed orange juice, all with change from 50 Euros. (Beat that for holiday expenses!)
On the way back, Mrs. Easy Hiker found the time for a little detour …
… and came up with this little gem. (The cake was only divided for artistic reasons, however: to make it look as though she’d be willing to share and let me have a piece of it, too.)
Our next hike will take us on an exploration of the Old Town of Antibes – yes, you guessed correctly: we are taking it easy, like a couple of right old southerners.
Hi there, just looking back on your wonderful blog and time in this apartment and ANtibes. Being the owner of this apartment brings me so much joy, that others can lap-up the surroundings too. http://www.antibesorme.eu or e-mail me @ [email protected] for rental options on this gorgeous apartment in Old Town Antibes. sort and long term rentals available.
Kind Regards,
Micaela Childs
(apartment owner)
I think of Collescipoli, in Umbria, when I saw your first photo and… probably a delicious cake!
Looks like a nice place to visit Michael, nice apartment too
Thanks for dropping by, Priscilla. Glad you’re enjoying our site. Why not join us on Facebook too at http://www.facebook.com/EasyHiker, so you don’t miss my and Marlys’ posts?
Marlys,
I had no idea you had this site! Loving it now that I know it’s here. How did I not know it?
Love the photos!
Cheers,
Priscilla
The place looks wonderful, as does the cake. I’d be tempted not to hike and just enjoy the putting my feet up like Michael. I’d have to take a hike or two to walk off the cake though – so hiking I would go.
You are making me very jealous. It looks like a great place to stay.
Wow, you two are living it up in the French Riviera. What a lovely rental and with a great location too. I wouldn’t be able to resist that detour either. Looking forward to reading about your hikes here.
Hah, yes, we may never leave. We’ll get ourselves a flat like this one.
Ooh la la! Looks like a fantastic place. Michael looks very comfortable. He may never leave :)
That would be great, Jools. Would be great to see you in Antibes. If not, we’ll be in Cannes too for 3 nights.
Oh, totally. That’s why we ALWAYS prefer getting a holiday rental for our long breaks. Thanks.
Looks like a great apartment. It is so nice to be able to cook for yourself when traveling. Enjoy! And Happy hiking.
je suis jealouxe! (spelling prob wrong!) Maybe we should stop there before Bordeaux. We have a wee baguette-shaped gap in our schedule now…
Dali, leave Paris behind for a few days. Antibes is for you.
I’m going to try very hard to forgive you both for the tantalizing virtual tour of Antibes……hmmmm…..not working.
Don’t hesitate to ask for tips, Sophie.
I hope so too, Jackie. Will be following your journeys too.
All set for you, Jeff. What do you take for breakfast?
Maribel, you and Wilson will love it here.
Lovely place. Wilson & I would love to go there sometime.
I love this village and your antics! Your pictures are glorious and hope my room is ready when I arrive…shortly.
Absolutely spectacular! Hope our places are as nice as yours. Enjoy life on the land of the rich and famous!
I’m going to the Cote d’Azur in the beginning of October, so will follow along here for tips and stories. Also, the holiday rental looks fab.
You would love it here, Simon. It’s a great place!
The place is lovely and I so look forward to read about your hikes in the area. Antibes is such a beautiful place!