On the hillside behind the characterful town of Hyères, close to French Riviera beaches, Villa Dupont is an exceptional villa with a 15m long swimming pool and fantastic pool house set in six hectares of glorious grounds. 

From the gorgeous living space with its sumptuous sofas to the high-end Bulthaup kitchen with only the very best appliances, everything about Villa Dupont’s interiors exudes contemporary style. Four air-conditioned bedrooms are dotted across the ground and upper floor and even the striking open staircase is sure to impress. Look out for the master suite which features a double dressing room and open bathroom on the first floor of this stunningly converted French farmhouse.

Yet most of your time will surely be spent kicking back in the chic pool house with its equipped summer kitchen, benches for convivial al-fresco dining alongside ample space to lounge on the decked poolside terrace. The Mediterranean gardens are also beautiful with terraced levels leading up to the atmospheric boules court and woodland beyond.   

Experience the charm of Hyères’ old quarter, just a short drive away, with its wine-bars, vibrant restaurants and markets or spend time visiting the town’s splendid parks. Then head to the coast whether it’s a picturesque lunch near the pine trees and port in Carqueiranne or wind-surfing from Plage de l'Almanarre on the wonderful Giens peninsula.

The nearby Îles d'Hyères are also easily reached – hop on a ferry to Porquerolles, hire bikes and explore to your hearts content coming across Caribbean style bays, vineyards and orchards surrounded by the most magnificent natural beauty.

Idyllic hilltop villages await as do seaside towns and incredible Côte d'Azur landscapes. From the glitz of Saint-Tropez to the maritime heritage of Toulon, there is so much to be explored in this alluring part of southern France.