Holiday rentals in Barcelonnette

Barcelonnette is located in the French Alps and offers a popular base for people visiting the region to go skiing. The beautiful surrounding mountains offer much in the way of activities, with skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. The town is also a great place to cycle, while paragliding is another popular pastime. Barcelonnette is a charming place to spend your days, with a number of authentic outdoor markets and shops, while there are also a number of good restaurants to dine in. The town is unique in the fact that it has a number of Mexican-style villas, maisons mexicaines, which were built after a number of Barcelonnette locals immigrated to Mexico and then returned.

Renting holiday accommodation in Barcelonnette

To enjoy a less touristy experience in Barcelonnette, have you considered renting self-catering holiday accommodation rather than booking a hotel? More and more people are renting apartments and villas to save money, as well as enjoy extra freedom and privacy. On top of this you will enjoy all of the benefits of a house, such as a kitchen, living room and washing machine. Browse HouseTrip’s range of holiday rentals in Barcelonnette and find your ideal villa or apartment.

Where to stay in Barcelonnette

HouseTrip boasts a range of Barcelonnette holiday rentals both in the heart of the town and further out into the mountains. When staying in a central Barcelonnette apartment or villa, you can walk around the streets, stopping off at bars, cafes and shops, and your property will always be within easy reach. If you are looking for something slightly more out of the way, then there are also options in close by La Conche, Le Sauze and Enchastrayes, which offer stunning views of the mountains, easy access to the main skiing routes, as well as more peace and quiet when compared to the central Barcelonnette properties. HouseTrip has a range of properties in Barcelonnette, from maisonettes and villas to apartments and cottages. However big or small your group, there will be something to meet your needs and budget.

Barcelonnette with the family

Many families visit Barcelonnette for skiing season in the French Alps. There are a range of ski slopes in and around Barcelonnette, with options for beginners right through to people with much experience. If any member of the family has not been skiing before then it might be worth you will having a lesson or two to get to grips with it. There are plenty of other activities to fill your time with while renting holiday accommodation in Barcelonnette, especially in the summer when the skiing season dies down. You could consider a trip to the local golf course and teach the kids how to swing. Or how about a hike up one of the Alpine mountains.