Take in the panoramic views towards Cap d’Antibes whether you are drinking chilled rosé on the elegant terrace or sipping coffee beneath the veranda’s bougainvillea. In the heights of Vallauris, a short drive from the beaches of Cannes and Juan-les-Pins, Villa Bleu De Ciel is a gorgeous French Riviera villa that guests will instantly fall in love with.

Wander down the steps to the beautiful swimming pool and its terrace with sumptuous loungers and summer flowers, then follow the path to the pool house and its sauna. At the end of the garden below, find a tranquil spot to relax on the lawns with cacti, cypresses, pines and palm trees dotted across the grounds. Making the most of the Weber barbecue and the brilliantly equipped kitchen, serve feasts on the main terrace with those magnificent vistas before heading to the flood-lit pétanque court framed by pink oleander.

Inside, the air-conditioned villa is just as attractive with graceful interiors and hues of blue to blend in with the distant Mediterranean scenery. The six bedrooms are simply styled with pretty touches adding warmth and we love some of the bold tiles in the five bath or shower rooms. The main villa sleeps eight across four doubles whilst a separate 2-bedroom apartment offers extra space, allowing up to twelve guests to comfortably stay at Villa Bleu De Ciel.

You can reach the heart of Vallauris within 1.5km, home to cafes, shops, restaurants, ceramic studios and the Musée National Pablo Picasso. A little further away is the seaside resort of Golfe-Juan, 3.5km by car, or you may prefer to head straight to the fantastic beaches around Juan-les-Pins or Cannes. Partake in a range of watersports, hop on boat trips, and enjoy lunch in beachside restaurants in this chic and picturesque part of the Côte d'Azur.

Explore the atmospheric old town of Antibes, discover the beauty of Cap d’Antibes and venture further into the hills to visit picture-perfect hilltop villages including Mougins and Biot. Pick up all sorts of wonderful local food at vibrant Provençal markets such as Valbonne, hike by woodland, rivers and olive groves, then play golf in prestigious surroundings to truly appreciate the natural diversity of this glorious region.