Villas in St Tropez

Synonymous with riviera-chic, the sparkling shores of St Tropez first inspired Parisian artists with their dazzling light. Popularised by starlet Brigitte Bardot, this smouldering spot is one of the most recognisable resorts in Europe - a favourite of the international jet set, famed for its enduring sense of glamour.

Sweep down the coast from Monaco in your elegant yacht, ivory sails billowing in the wind, past historic Grimaud, pine-fringed shores of the red Estérel mountains soaring in the background. You’ll pass Belle Époque mansions and gleaming design villas - vying to spot your own sprawling property nestled in the hills. Mooring off the vast white sands of Plage de Pampelonne in scenic Ramatuelle, you’re whisked ashore to the hedonistic haunt of the well-heeled elite Le Club 55 - indulging in gourmet cuisine amid the exclusive crowd.

For something a little more low-key, stroll the cobbled streets of the romantic old town, past designer boutiques and galleries, pausing for champagne at one of the voguish bars. Come the evening retreat to the sumptuous surrounds of your villa, glowing terracotta roofs of the old town clustered below, exquisite sailboats jostling for space in the harbour. Have your chef curate a selection of the region’s finest wines, while soaking up the sensational coastline - as sun sets on this glittering Mediterranean gem.