Queen of California

SoCal vibes with a view of the Seine – this stunning riverside villa is located just 45km south of Paris, but you might as well be half a world away. Your host has turned his passion for design and eye for detail into creating this unique retreat.

Extensive panes of glass, a gorgeous first-floor balcony and a south-facing aspect mean that the interior is flooded with light throughout the day. At the same time, jute rugs, a plethora of woven pendant lamps and cowhide armchairs lean into the California/frontier aesthetic.

Elsewhere, a nautical-themed bar and turquoise kitchen evoke the ocean and long summer evenings surfing the perfect peeling right-handers down at Malibu.

Down by the water's edge, you can spend sunny afternoons fishing in the river, playing table tennis, soaking in the hot tub and listening to music on the provided speakers.

If you're willing to shatter the Californian illusion, the centre of Paris is only around forty minutes away. So you can be living it up on the west coast one minute and gazing at the Eiffel Tower or wandering past world-famous artworks at the Louvre the next.

Home truths:
*The lead guests must be at least 25 years of age
*Access to the home is via a private entrance
*Child-friendly amenities such as a cot are available on request
*The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
*Check yourself in on arrival with the smartlock
*The villa can accommodate up to ten guests on sofa beds in the communal areas
*The upper floor is only accessible via an external staircase, so it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Turning too many appliances on at once may cause the power to cut out
*Its waterside location means that this home isn't suitable for infants and very young children
*We'd recommend a car to explore the area – there's ample on-site parking
*Paris-Orly airport is 36km away