The story: Perched high above Carqueiranne, between the final foothills of the Maures massif and the Mediterranean Sea, the discreet Villa Anémone (named after its former life growing flowers) feels as though it’s always belonged there. Set on 3,000 m² of south-facing grounds dotted with terraced gardens and citrus trees, this contemporary home with clean-lined architecture, natural materials and sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows looks out toward the open sea, where the light is forever changing. With three sea-facing bedrooms (each with its own ensuite) and a sun-drenched terrace flowing into a sleek swimming pool, everything is designed around a demanding itinerary: sunbathing, reading beneath the lemon trees, cooling off in the pool, then slipping away to the beach just three kilometers away. Luxury, pure and simple. Entire villa rental starts at €4,000 per week in low season, €6,000 in high season. · Edgar Enpomaluile

Toiletries: Eco-friendly shampoo, soap and body wash.

Breakfast: Breakfast isn’t served on site, but you can whip one up in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy it on the terrace while admiring the Mediterranean Sea.

Little luxury: Tear yourself away from the villa long enough to explore the stunning nearby islands of Port-Cros, Porquerolles and Le Levant.