Mediterranean Azure

This contemporary villa earns its views at every level – from the rooftop pool, where the Mediterranean stretches out uninterrupted, to the hammock-slung lower terrace where terracotta rooftops meet open sea. Inside, the living space draws the eye straight to the water, and every bedroom wakes you up to the same panorama. A few minutes on foot brings you into the harbour villages of Villefranche-sur-Mer with its medieval old town, waterfront restaurants, and coastal paths connecting to the glamorous capes beyond.

Home truths:
* There are three private garage spaces here, so you won't need to worry about finding street parking after a day out on the Côte d'Azur.
* The living space and rooftop pool are connected via an external staircase rather than an internal route, so you'll be stepping outside each time you move between them.
* There is a lift connecting the lower entrance to the main living level, but you'll still need to manage a few steps to reach it – worth bearing in mind if anyone in your group has limited mobility.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair. You'll need to request them in advance.