I went back to the airport in Nice, France to meet the rest of the press trip crew before this Côte d’Azur adventure officially kicked off! With some rest (and exploring Nice) under my belt already, I felt ready and refreshed for once since I flew in that Friday. I arrived early as usual from the Novotel Nice Arénas Airport hotel shuttle. While I thought maybe I booked too many nights ahead of time, it turned out to be just right as Spring Cassie would have needed a day or two max to recover but Fall Cassie is much more jacked up on the inside I soon learned. So we met up at the airport cafe while each journalist arrived one by one. The NYC gal also flew in a day or two beforehand so she arrived first while the LA gal was literally touching down and running on fumes. Once we gathered all the gals up, our amazing driver Sophie began the journey to Saint Tropez, France. From the Nice Airport, it took about 2 hours and there are train options as well. I thought about resting there from my 13 hour flight however could barely function when I arrived let alone speak French well and navigate a train system. The nice part about press trips is that you can usually allow someone else to do a lot of the thinking. I’m just glad I retained some French in this brain!
Upon arrival in Saint Tropez, I was so excited I starting filming everything and immediately ran around gathering content at Villa Cosy. I immediately fell in love with the heated bidet toilet. Words I never thought I would say but this place is seriously next level on every single tiny detail. La Villa Cosy is a luxurious 5-star hotel and spa in Saint-Tropez located slightly up the coastal hill that offers a unique blend of namesake wine, comfort, style and relaxation. From the peaceful, tranquil rooms to the organic, small batch vineyard behind it and in front of Villa Eucléia, the 7-bedroom villa which includes a private chef and maid. One of the few mom & pops left in Saint Tropez, France, it offers breakfast at any time you request in your room. I accidentally tested that theory when I was up at 5 a.m. and couldn’t sleep out of sheer excitement to explore this slice of island paradise made famous by Bridget Bardot – who still lives there. Merci très beaucoup for the delicious velvety bottles of red wine, they made it all the way to Phoenix and will be enjoyed with friends this fall. According to one of the amazing staff, the vibe shifts in October to a quiet, peaceful oasis and I was here for it.
Welcome to my living room at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A breakfast table that soon became my sorting table at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.We love a great fresh fruit plate at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France!And this amazing wine from their back yard winery at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. Obsessed!The outdoor patio which became my breakfast station in the mornings at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Right behind the breakfast patio in Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.My bed was indeed cozy and whisper quiet at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Much like a typical American, I was constantly requesting more water at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. Hydration is important!These stones were actually rocks or vice versa and delicious at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The lounge chairs outside of my room at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The vineyard right behind Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The many closets at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. Espresso and tea is always included, anything else on the mini bar is extra. Luggage not included ha!The bathroom at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France was huge.The rainfall shower at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. No curtains or walls in France!The love of my life heated bidet at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. I’m dead serious, life changing!Villa Cosy is proud partner of Sothys Paris which extends to the spa in Saint Tropez, France.Back outside at this jungle walkway at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. The astroturf is necessary for the tropical downpours we soon learned.A seating area at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A jacuzzi hides under that platform in the zen zone at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. Two of us enjoyed that night with wine and it was divine!These whimsical statues were sprinkled throughout the grounds at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Towards the front desk area at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.And the parking area at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Luxury cars came and went at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The sign on the hilly road at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.There was a gate for people and cars at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. I would not recommend driving as those streets are tiny!Berries for the birds growing wild at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.One of the best reds I’ve ever had at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The swimming pool at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The thinker spotted in the pool area at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A better view of the pool area at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Inside the retro lobby at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.And the floor is glass looking into the wine cellar at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.We all met for apéritifs and tour time but were early at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France so rose it was!But what I really wanted was champagne at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. They even have non-alcoholic versions now!Is there anything more beautiful than this at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France?Tour time allowed us to see other, better vineyard views at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The spa included a salt room which I always appreciate at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The secret hot tub which we enjoyed that night at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A quick walk though the Villa Eucléia, the 7-bedroom villa which includes a private chef and maid, available for rent at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The end of the maison at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Some tasty snacks for us to enjoy while we tour Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.It also includes a private pool at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Light fixture art as you walk inside at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The kitchen you don’t have to cook in at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A table for 1o or more perhaps at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The living room at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.One of the bedrrooms at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.A jacuzzi is always wanted at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.And a sweat lodge at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The gym and game room at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.With your very own cinema at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.Back to the main pool looking stunning at night at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.
After an amazing dinner out on the town which is about a 10 minute walk, we came back and I drifted off to sleep after some hot tub wine time. But awoke at 5 a.m. bright eyed and bushy tailed wondering why though? Probably because in Phoenix it was daytime and my body was confused. So I made the most of it, enjoying the sunrise and ordering breakfast – which I then repeated the next morning although at a normal hour. I was sad to leave this little slice of heaven on the hillside which is a great escape from the bustling streets in the summertime. But would love to return to explore more!
Breakfast of French champions at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. I was always loading with protein as it’s not a huge trend here.I also loved that this was owned lovingly by two humans, not a corporation at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.The pink sunrise before the pouring rain that morning at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France.And last but not least, this is a popular artist and artwork in my room and my nickname growing up was Tweety Bird at Villa Cosy in Saint Tropez, France. Ironic and iconic!
Now onto the exploring Saint Tropez, France portion of things as this blog post ended up being a beast! Remember, you can always go to the homepage of Explorewithcassie.com and search “France” or whatever part of France you are planning on visiting and something should pop up to help guide you. Au revoir!
