Welcome up there
The heights of La Fossette have a singular gift: placing a horizon before your eyes and convincing you, within seconds, that time may well slow down. From up here, the sea is no mere backdrop. It is present everywhere, in every window, on every terrace, in the warm air that greets you the moment you step through the door of this Provençal mazet perched above the blue.
What awaits you inside
The ground floor makes an immediate impression with its generosity: a large living space bathed in light, where the open-plan kitchen, dining area and spacious lounge flow into one another quite naturally. The sofa bed looks after the last two arrivals without anyone feeling cramped, and it all spills out onto a large sea-facing terrace, with its dining corner for lunches that never seem to end and its cosy lounge area for the evenings when you decide to simply stay put and watch the horizon change shade. A separate WC and plenty of storage complete this level, discreetly and agreeably.
Upstairs, the mood becomes more intimate. The master bedroom, with its double bed, opens onto its own sea-facing terrace, the kind of wake-up that reconciles you with almost everything. The children’s bedroom, with its two single beds, is right next door, perfect for little adventurers who share everything... except their pillow. A shower room with WC completes the floor. In all, this Provençal mazet perched between sky and sea sleeps 6 in a setting where Provence and the Mediterranean have long gone hand in hand.
3 reasons to fall in love
• Two sea-facing terraces, one on the ground floor for meals that stretch on, the other upstairs for those mornings when you watch the light lay its first reflections on the water
• A mazet perched between scrubland and endless blue, guaranteeing peace, privacy and a panorama
• A well-designed layout over two floors, ideal for families who enjoy time together... and a little time apart too
The Lei Bancaou residence
The mazet is part of the Lei Bancaou residence, nestled in the heights of the La Fossette district of Le Lavandou. It is a peaceful, leafy setting, where Provençal vegetation plays the discreet neighbour and where every home enjoys its aspect without having to share it. The ideal place to come home to calm after a day spent with your feet in the water.
The corner of Fossette you keep to yourself
La Fossette is one of those corners of Le Lavandou that people guard jealously. Set between dense vegetation and the Mediterranean, it has the real feel of an unspoilt retreat, bordered by nature and open to the sea, with fine sand and water that is sometimes turquoise depending on the light. The beach is a 10-minute walk away, more intimate than spectacular, ideal for those who prefer clear waters to packed crowds. All around lies the playground of the Var coast: kayaking, paddleboarding, diving, boat hire, crossings to the islands, and hiking trails that reveal breathtaking views amid abundant greenery. And just a few minutes’ drive away, Bormes-les-Mimosas and its medieval village await for afternoon excursions.
A few things to know before you pack your bags
• Four-legged companions are not accepted
• A numbered parking space is reserved for you on site. No hunting for a spot, no stress.
• Keys are handed over at the SELECT’soHOME agency in Bormes-les-Mimosas, a chance to pick up a few local tips along the way.
What SELECT’soHOME packs for you
Beds made on arrival, bed linen and towels provided, end-of-stay cleaning included, a personal welcome at the agency: everything is arranged so that all you have to do is enjoy yourselves. And to turn a good stay into a truly memorable one, a selection of à la carte options awaits: a plancha for grill evenings on the terrace facing the sea, a paddleboard to explore the coves from the open water, a snorkelling kit to dive beneath the surface, and a complete baby kit to travel without weighing down your luggage. All that’s left is to choose your pace.
