When it comes to first impressions, this villa in Les Adrets de l'Esterel takes the top prize. An in-person welcome over aperos, charming Provencal interiors and breathtaking sea views – we're sold. The heated infinity pool and the terrace’s loggia for alfresco dining are particular highlights. With five bedrooms over three floors, there’s plenty of space for all, and the separate apartment on the lower ground floor makes it ideal for multi-generational families. What’s more, there’s free access to local tennis courts, not to mention a bi-weekly market and great boulangerie in the village. Factor in the stunning beaches and idyllic Provencal villages within a twenty-minute drive (Nice airport is just thirty minutes by car too), and you’ll see why countryside bliss and Cote d’Azur glamour go hand in hand here.


Home truths:
*The pool has an alarm but children should be supervised as there's a steep drop
*It's spread over three floors with no internal lift – two bedrooms are on the ground floor
*There's a separate apartment on the lower ground floor with its own bedroom, living area and kitchen
*The pool is heated between June and September but there's a solaire cover for the colder months
*Childcare equipment is available on request
*The primary renter must be over the age of 25
*The super-king beds can be made up as twins on request
*We recommend hiring a car here – there's free parking for up to four cars
*There's only air conditioning in the living room but fans are available – the bedrooms' windows have shutters on them which helps keep them cool