Avoid the summer crowds: Our secret spots to discover around B’Your Home stays

Summer often means tourist crowds… but at B’Your Home, we know how to show you what’s beyond the postcard. Whether you’re staying in Paris, along the French Riviera, in Calabria or on a Greek island, our homes are located in areas where it’s easy to step off the beaten path.

Here are our secret summer spots, just minutes from your stay — perfect for enjoying peace, beauty, and authenticity:

🇫🇷 In Paris – Recharge without the crowds

  • Catherine-Labouré Garden (7th arr.): A peaceful green space just off rue de Sèvres. Ideal for sunlit reading or a calm picnic.
  • Butte Bergeyre (19th arr.): A hidden hilltop neighborhood with a view of Montmartre, small vineyards, and a village feel in the heart of Paris.
  • The Covered Passages (2nd/9th arr.): Stroll through these secret Belle Époque galleries — perfect for a quiet break or a rainy day escape.

🇫🇷 In Nice – Escape the packed beaches

  • Jardin Albert I (city side): A shaded park just behind the Promenade des Anglais — peaceful and breezy for a mid-day rest.
  • Local-only morning beach: Walk east from your apartment — between the public beaches, locals gather early in lesser-known calm coves.
  • Croisette / Gambetta covered walkway: A discreet corridor perfect for a quiet coffee or shaded lunch off the tourist track.

🇫🇷 In Cannes – The Riviera, quietly

  • Square Golda Meir: A hidden garden away from the main avenues, perfect for reading or an intimate aperitif.
  • Green path behind the Palais des Festivals: A peaceful, leafy alley — often skipped by visitors — ideal for a morning walk.
  • Panoramic terrace of the annex town hall: Open to the public and offering a stunning view of the Cannes bay — no crowds in sight.

🇮🇹 In Calabria – Italy’s quiet and wild south

  • Lamezia city park: A tranquil park with eucalyptus trees right next to the town center — ideal for a calm stroll.
  • San Teodoro Church: A serene spot with a beautiful cloister and calming energy, just minutes from your stay.
  • Walking path along the Amato River: A peaceful riverside route, perfect for an early morning walk — just 10 minutes away on foot.

🇬🇷 On Evia Island – Greece, off the radar

  • Hidden cove near the port: Just a 10-minute walk from your place, this quiet pebble beach is a local secret.
  • Seafront walk at sunrise: A flat promenade along the water — peaceful and perfect for a quiet morning walk.
  • Small sea cave to explore on foot: At low tide, this tucked-away spot offers a unique and peaceful swim far from the main beaches.

A calm summer, at your pace

At B’Your Home, we offer more than a place to stay — we open the doors to a peaceful summer, far from the crowds, and close to the places locals love.
Whether you’re into nature, hidden architecture, or just a bit of quiet, our destinations have a few secrets they’re ready to share.

🔗 Book your next stay here and experience summer differently — quietly, beautifully, your way.

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