Le Clos de Saint Paul

The cottage has its own kitchen so you can cook for yourselves if you want, but Beatrice’s breakfasts are worth getting up for: local cheeses, homemade jams, homebaked bread and cakes. Enjoy it at leisure overlooking mature trees and lots of sculptures, retire to lawns and terraces with a book, or float in the large pool – feel free to come and go as you please.

You’re within walking distance of St-Paul-de-Vence,(25 minutes and a good steep climb) or La Colle-sur-Loup (15 minutes) yet you’re in a quiet residential area surrounded by a high hedge so it’s all very peaceful and the garden is filled with birdsong. The closest beach is a 15-minute drive and Beatrice provides beach toys.

The shaded terrace is the place to be on a hot day or for an apéritif before you head out to bars and restaurants in St Paul – you’ll find plenty of choice and the owner recommends Le Tilleul for excellent local dishes and a very French atmosphere.