By day the region around Carpe Diem has plenty to offer to offer, from energetic sports like mountain biking through to more relaxing activites like walking and dining.
- Cycle from the house to the nearby majestic Gorges de la Siagne or through pine and oak forests.
- Lake Saint Cassien is only 15 minutes drive away and has lovely walks, swimming and pedalos or canoes for the kids.
- Choose from vigorous hikes in the mountains through to gentle strolls in the nearby villages of Callian and Montauroux.
- Many local towns have market days, including Fayence (Saturday and during the week), Saint Cezaire (Saturday) and Saint Vallier (Sunday).
- Grasse is about 30 minutes drive away. There are guided tours of perfumeries.
- The coastal resorts of Cannes and Frejus are roughly equidistant, about 20 miles away.
- The luxury Terre Blanche golf course is 15 minutes away. There are many other golf courses within a 1 hour radius.
- Restaurants. There is a wealth of choice, from economical rustic eateries through to chic Michelin starred restaurants.