Set in a residential neighbourhood above the shimmering Mediterranean, Villa Challier enjoys an enviable location just 1.5km from the heart of Collioure, one of the most enchanting towns on the southern French coast, 36km from Perpignan Airport and close to the Spanish border.

With its pastel-painted harbour, winding cobbled lanes and legacy as a haven for Fauvist artists, Collioure exudes timeless elegance. Come across traditional cafés, beachfront restaurants and golden pebbled coves. Look out for the atmospheric markets on a Sunday and Wednesday morning, a fine way to pick up a wealth of seasonal produce from the region.

Surrounded by the raw beauty of the Côte Vermeille, the villa is perfectly placed for both relaxation and adventure. The headland hiking trail offers panoramic views across the Golfe du Lion, while vineyards behind Collioure invite lazy afternoon strolls or tastings of fine Banyuls wine. Nearby Port-Vendres (4km) boasts the Côte Catalane Poissonnerie, a gourmet fish market that rivals London’s finest food halls. If you're feeling adventurous, boat charters, scuba diving, horse riding and bike hire are all readily available.

Just 8km away, the vibrant beach resort of Argelès-sur-Mer offers long stretches of sand, family-friendly amusements and lively bars that come to life on summer evenings. In the other direction, the picturesque town of Banyuls-sur-Mer (13.5km) is famed for its sweet wines and rocky coves.

Meanwhile, culture-seekers should not miss Perpignan (28km), once the seat of the Kings of Majorca, where palm-lined boulevards lead to Gothic cathedrals, Romanesque cloisters and Catalan markets bursting with local charm.

For long days out, crossing into Spain opens up a whole new world – follow the winding coastal road or head inland via the autoroute. The dazzling white village of Cadaqués (62km), where Dalí once lived, is less than two hours away, as is the atmospheric city of Girona (100km), rich in medieval history and vibrant culinary culture.

For music lovers, the summer calendar offers delights such as the Pablo Casals Festival in Prades (70km), the cross-border Peralada Festival (66km), and Flamenco nights at Château Valmy (7.5km).

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