Discover Marseille's exotic coves and blue coast (cote bleue) while staying in an independent studio above the little port of La Redonne, the bay of Marseille and the islands.

While staying at Cote Bleue, you will have access to a private swimming pool and enjoy a privileged environment between the sea and hills.

Cote Bleue is an absolutely quiet location which posses a wild charm and magical views.

The swimming pool for two has an outstanding view of the islands and coves. This is a truly romantic spot... simply put, it's paradise.

Cote Bleue provides an ideal location for relaxation and exploring the southern part of France. Cote Bleue is:

• 20 minutes from Marseille TGV
• 25 minutes from Aix en Provence
• 20 minutes from Marseille airport
• 20 minutes from the town of Marseille
• 30 minutes from Arles, Avignon, Lubéron and Alpilles

About Ensuès la Redonne:

Ensuès la Redonne is a little village situated between Marseilles and Martigues along the Estaque range.

The village, located inland from the coast, is sheltered from the wind by the wooded plateau of Graffiane. In addition, the village is situated below rugged hills where vines and olive trees grow. In the village, you will discover cottages and a selection of shops and small businesses.

As you look out over the sea from the village, you can't help but be in awe of the lovely bays and calanques (deep inlets) which extend all along the coast. You will have difficulty choosing which bay to explore... from La Madrague de Gignac, La Redonne, Les Figuières, Le Petit Méjean and Grand Méjean... they are all worth visiting. Luckily, you can explore them all by simply walking along the quaint country lanes.

One walk you should definitely take advantage of is only 5 kilometers long. This beautiful walk is well marked and winds its way between ochre-coloured rocks and pines and plunges down towards the sparkling sea. The route is well signposted from the calanques.

Another wonderful walk takes you through the Ensuès hills, in the protected coastal area. This walk allows you to explore the wonderful vegetation typical of Provence and specific to the Côte Bleue (please note: there is no access in July and August because of fire risks).

What to see in the village:

• Harbours
• Calanques
• Parish church

Activities in the village:

• Fishing
• Horse riding
• Water sports
• Walking and sea trips
• Market on Wednesday mornings (centre of the village)

Nearby villages:

• Le Rove (4 kilometers)
• Carry le Rouet (6 kilometers)
• Sausset les Pins (12 kilometers

About Bouches du Rhône:

Bouches du Rhône is a department of Provence - Alpes - Côte d'Azur.

This department, located in the southwest corner of the province, provides the traveller with many varying contrasts. From mountain ranges... to fields and flat lands... and of course, there is the coastline with magnificent beaches.

There are many interesting cultural events that happen in the department such as the annual meeting of the gypsies at Saintes Maries de la Mer. In Arles, the bull run is an event that always attracts visitors from all around the world.

Here are some places worth exploring while staying in Bouches du Rhône...

Porte de la Méditerranée:

Marseille is a large cosmopolitan city and is in fact, the second largest city in France next to Paris.

Aix en Provence is another important city in Bouches du Rhône. It is different to Marseille in that it has remained more Provencal or traditional.

Both cities are fascinating and worth exploring.

The Calanques:

Approximately 20 kilometers long and nearly 4 kilometers wide, the Calanques stretch from Marseille to Cassis. This area forms an amazing and wild coastline. Here you will discover inlets with steep, rocky cliffs, some of which are over 400 meters high! There are over 160 kilometers of well marked paths for those who which to explore the area on foot.

Camargue:

Located on the left side of the department, just under Arles, is the meeting place of the Rhône and the Mediterranean. This area is a protected park with 85,000 hectares of natural habitat. Camargue is composed of vast plains of wetlands, ponds and rice paddies, all of which are watched over carefully by its natural inhabitants the pink flamingoes, herons and cormorants. The Camague is definitely a wild region and it will remain with its Gypsies and the Camargue cowboys on their white horses.

Alpilles:

Located in the northern part of the department, this is yet another picturesque part of Provence. Here you will find sharp peaked hills which, from a distance, appear to be impressive mountains. Between Arles and Lamanou, with St. Remy de Provence in the center, the Alpilles extend for 25 kilometers and are surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and almond trees.

Calcified crests, rough terrain, high villages, bushy valleys, the home of the cicadas and the workplace of the shepherds, the Alpilles offer the pure sunny countryside of Provence.