Local Amenities:
The apartment is well within walking distance of the local super market which has a cash machine, you will also find a Boulangerie, hairdressers and other other local shops, there is also a selection of very affordable restaurants and bars. All these are located on a square 5 minutes walk from the apartment so are all very convenient. There is also a large park which is nice to walk through this takes you on to the beach on the Golfe Juan side.
Although it is not essential to hire a car as you can get around easily by public transport, it does make life easier if you have a car to get around.
Local Areas:
To walk in to Juan les Pins is just a very pleasant 15 minute walk along the beach. In juan les Pins itself you will find fantastic restaurants and bars, the area is very lively especially in the summer months when craft stalls fill the promenade area. There are parks for the children to play in along with carousels. The opposite way takes you to Golf Juan, this is an approximate 10 minute walk, Golf Juan has a fantastic Marina and here there are more great restaurants and bars. Another local area is Antibes which has the most amazing market which is a great experience.
Local Activities:
Fantastic water sports are available on the beach. Marineland is a must a fun park with Aqua Splash water fun and amazing Dolphins at Marineland very well put together and the shows are great, split the days up so you can enjoy all there is to see. You could hop on a train to Monte Carlo which takes 45 minutes, the trains run every hour from Juan les Pins station or Golf Juan station. Or take a boat trip to St Tropez, or a shopping trip to Cannes! The things to do are endless or just relax by the pool... Note: in the summer buy your Marineland tickets at the large super market Carrefour as the tickets work out cheaper.
Ski:
In the winter months for the skiers there are several ski resorts Isola 2000 in France and Limone in Italy being the closest, again prior research is recommended.
Golf:
There are several excellent golf courses within the region a car would be required to get to the courses, and research should be done prior to arriving.
