Extend your weekend with teleworking: examples of stays

You know that moment on Sunday afternoon when you say to yourself:

"It would be so nice to stay a little longer..."... before hitting the road, catching the train or boarding the plane?

Good news: with remote working, you can really stay longer.

The idea is not to work "on the sly" from the beach, but to set up your laptop in a proper flat with a good internet connection and extend your weekend in a conscious, organised... and much more enjoyable way.

In this article, I will show you how to extend your weekend by working remotely, with three specific examples of stays on the French Riviera, in Grasse and Juan-les-Pins.

Why working from home is your best ally for extending the weekend

The principle is simple:

1. You're going away for the weekend as usual.

2. Instead of going home on Sunday, you stay a few more days.

3. You are teleworking from your place of residence (in accordance with the rules, which we will come back to shortly).

4. You enjoy your surroundings before/after your working day.

Result:

• you gain 1, 2, 3 days on site,

• you avoid the dreaded "Sunday evening commute",

• You experience a few days of work... but in a setting that resembles a holiday.

And on the French Riviera, off-season means:

• morning coffee in natural light,

• lunch break on the terrace,

• a stroll along the seafront or through a historic town centre at the end of the day.

To make all this possible, there is just one key point: do things properly with your company.

Before booking: what you need to confirm with your company

Before you start, make sure you're on the right track. In general, you just need to check a few things:

• That your company allows remote working (in France, and in some cases in Europe).

• That you remain in the country specified by the teleworking policy (in this case: mainland France → perfect for the Côte d’Azur).

• That you stick to your usual schedule (or a schedule agreed upon in advance).

• That you have a suitable working environment: a good internet connection, space to isolate yourself, etc.

You can simply tell your manager/HR:

“I plan to go to the French Riviera for a weekend and stay an extra 2–3 days. I will be working remotely from a fully equipped flat in France with suitable Wi-Fi. I will be available during my usual working hours.”

Once that's sorted, you can move on to the fun part: organising your trip.

For an overview of teleworking holidays, you can also consult: our comprehensive guide to organising a teleworking holiday on the French Riviera.

Example 1 – Long weekend from Friday to Tuesday

This is the "classic" format: you add two nights to your weekend.

Friday

• You arrive in the late afternoon or evening.

• You settle quietly into the flat:

  • in Grasse, in the "Les Senteurs du Soleil" apartment, in the heart of the historic Provençal town centre.

  • in Juan-les-Pins, in the "Les Rivages du Soleil" apartment, just a few minutes from the sea, in a seaside atmosphere.

• A relaxed evening with no pressure: a simple dinner, a short walk, a shower, and then bed.

Saturday & Sunday – Weekend fashion

You get the most out of it:

• visits, walks, beach, restaurants,

• No video calls, no emails (or the bare minimum if you're a freelancer).

  Ideas:

• in Grasse:

  • visit to a perfumery,

  • strolling through the narrow streets,

  • café terrace,

  • Sunday getaway to a hilltop village.

• in Juan-les-Pins:

  • walk to Antibes along the seafront,

  • lunch with your feet in the sand,

  • sunset on the beach.

Monday & Tuesday – Teleworking days

You're going back to work, but in a much more pleasant environment than usual.

• Morning:

  • breakfast,

  • set up in the office corner or at the living room table,

  • visios / focus.

• Midday:

  • lunch break at home or on the terrace,

  • a short walk to get some fresh air.

• Afternoon:

  • continuation of your typical day working from home,

  • finishes around 5–6 p.m.

• Evening:

  • walk,

  • restaurant or quiet dinner at home,

  • time for you.

You then return on Tuesday evening (or Wednesday morning if you can postpone your departure a little).

Example 2 – Bracket from Saturday to Wednesday

Can't leave on Friday? No problem.

Saturday

• Departure in the morning.

• Arrival in the early/mid afternoon on the French Riviera.

• Settling into the flat, getting to know the area, first impressions.

Sunday – A day of complete relaxation

• You make the most of your Sunday:

  • walks, beach, historic centre,

  • without thinking about leaving in the evening (since you're staying 😉).

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday – Working from home

You work from your flat, just like at home, but better:

• you can keep your workplace the same for 3 days,

• you start and end your days in a city where others are on holiday,

• you enjoy your surroundings morning, noon and night.

This format works very well if you can take a single day off or none at all, depending on your organisation (for example, if you already have teleworking days in your contract).

Example 3 – Combining two weekends with a few days on site

Now we move on to the "little interlude in life" version.

Typical week

• Arrival: Friday (week 1)

• Weekend 1: holiday mode

• Monday → Friday: teleworking on site

• Week-end 2 : holiday mode

• Return: Sunday (week 2)

So you pass:

• 2 full weekends,

• plus 5 days of work in the same place.

In practical terms, you settle into one place for several days, keep your usual work rhythm… and enjoy a setting that makes all the difference.

• no need to repack your suitcase,

• no change of accommodation,

• a very pleasant pace of life.

You can even:

• spend half a week in Grasse and then

• half in Juan-les-Pins (or vice versa) if you want to vary the atmosphere:

 For example:

• Friday – Wednesday: Grasse (perfume, narrow streets, hinterland).

• Wednesday – Sunday: Juan-les-Pins (sea, beach, walks).

Grasse or Juan-les-Pins: where to set up your laptop?

To extend your weekend, you need a truly comfortable place to stay, with everything you need:

• work in peace,

• cook,

• sleep properly,

• enjoy the destination.

At RivieraBooking, you have two main options.

Grasse – Historic centre, perfumes and views of the hills

If you like:

• the cobbled streets,

• the colourful façades,

• the views over the hills,

• perfume museums,

Then you might like Grasse.

Our apartment "Les Senteurs du Soleil" offers you:

• a large living space,

• comfortable rooms,

• enough to set up a pleasant office area,

• a warm atmosphere for a long weekend that feels a bit like "living in the old town" for a few days.

 Find out more : Discover "Les Senteurs du Soleil", our flat in Grasse, ideal for a long weekend of remote working.

Juan-les-Pins – Work during the day, stroll along the seafront in the evening

If you need:

• to see the sea,

• to walk on the sand after a day's work,

• to feel a seaside atmosphere even out of season,

then Juan-les-Pins is perfect.

In our flat « Les Rivages du Soleil » :

• Do you have a Wi-Fi connection suitable for video calls?

• a workspace in each room,

• the beach within walking distance,

• restaurants and walks for the end of your day.

Find out more: Discover "Les Rivages du Soleil", our apartment in Juan-les-Pins, perfect for remote working by the sea.

5 practical tips to keep your long weekend stress-free

1. Plan your professional schedule in advance, at least to some extent.

   • If you have important meetings, plan to be in the flat (not surrounded by people outside).

   • Block out periods of concentration if your work allows it.

2. Arrives the day before your first day of teleworking

   • Avoid combining 5 hours of travelling with a long day at work.

   • The idea is to be calm and rested to begin with.

3. Test the Wi-Fi when you arrive.

   • Do a quick test (Speedtest or similar) to reassure yourself.

   • Find the spot where the connection is best.

4. Clearly warn the people accompanying you.

   • You are on a 'long weekend', not on holiday.

   • Explain that you will be genuinely available outside of your working hours.

5. Keep a real "break" in the evening

   • Set yourself an end time,

   • Switch off the computer.

   • Go out, walk, have a drink, watch the sunset...

   • This is where the magic of the long weekend happens ✨

Ready to try your first long weekend working from home?

To sum up:

• You can extend your weekend by staying 2, 3, or 5 more days.

• You continue to work as normal, but in a much more pleasant environment.

• You can enjoy the French Riviera, especially out of season, when it is milder, quieter and more accessible.

You still have to choose:

• Grasse for its historic centre, perfumes and hinterland,

• Juan-les-Pins for its proximity to the sea, walks along the beach and seaside atmosphere,

• or both if you really want to treat yourself.

To go further and organise everything step by step : See our comprehensive guide to working remotely in the sun on the French Riviera.

 To check immediately if your dates are available :Check availability and prices for your dates

To tell us about your project (dates, format, professional context) :Write to us and request a quote for a long weekend of remote working.

FAQ

How many days can reasonably be added to a weekend?

1. Most people add 2 or 3 days (Monday/Tuesday or Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday). But if your company allows it, you can stay for a full week.

Should you tell your employer?

1. Yes, it is always best to be transparent: you are in France, you have accommodation suitable for teleworking and you stick to your usual working hours.

Is it only for freelancers?

1. No, many employees do so too, provided that their company allows them to work remotely from somewhere other than their home.

Is there a minimum stay requirement for booking with RivieraBooking?

1. You can book for just a few nights or for a week or more. Depending on the period, specific conditions may apply.

Can I bring my children for a long weekend?

1. Yes, our flats are suitable for couples and small families. You can work remotely while your partner and children enjoy the region.