A secluded spot with nothing but pine trees and blue skies surrounding you, yet just a ten-minute drive from St Tropez; this place is paradise. The garden is secreted away by towering trees, where a plunge pool awaits to cool you off on sunny days and loungers sit in the shade of banana leaves. While away the days in the hammock and gather the group for a meal outside, especially magical after sundown when the garden is illuminated with fairy lights and lanterns on the patio. Inside, the decor is decidedly beachy, giving the place a free-spirited feel. Whitewash walls and a kitchen that looks like it’s been carved from driftwood combine for that boho-luxe vibe. Soothing bedrooms in teal, blue and white carry on the breezy beach feel. From here you can explore the pristine beaches of St Tropez, a ten-minute drive away. Avoid the city traffic by following the back roads to Bouillabaisse or Grimaud beach. It’s not just a beach paradise here as you’ll find pretty hilltop towns with honey-hued buildings, like Gassin and Ramatuelle an easy drive away, and the hillsides are speckled with rosé vineyards too. Home truths: *The plunge pool is available from June until October *There is private parking with this home but access is down an unpaved track, so bear that in mind if you're car-proud *Having a car is recommended as the nearest supermarket is over a mile away *Your host provides beach towels so don't worry if you forget to pack them