Cannes Area, French Riviera, France - 7 beds

Luxury Villa nestled amid lavender, rose bushes, and olive and fruit trees, it’s just outside the town of Grasse, known as the perfume capital of the world. Lush grounds with views over the countryside to the Cote d’Azur and seven suite-style bedrooms are the perfect setting for a quiet family reunion or a private and romantic destination wedding.

Approached by a long driveway that winds up the hill, the villa feels like its own little world. Stone walls and hedges open to reveal lush lawns, terraces with inviting sitting areas and pergola-covered rows of lounge chairs. Spend the day taking in the views of the valley from a spot by the saltwater swimming pool, then, as the sun sets, open a bottle of rosé from the outdoor bar and heat up the barbecue in the outdoor kitchen before sitting down to the al-fresco dining area. Serve up friendly competition on the ping-pong table for a lively evening, or flip on the sound system and settle in front of the fireplace for a quieter night in.

The main house its traditional architecture has real charm and presence. Cheerful coral walls are covered in flowering vines and complementary blue shutters, and the open-air living spaces are defined by stately columns and exposed wooden beams. The interiors are eclectic and comfortable, pairing floral-print sofas with cognac-hued leather chairs. But they’re also practical, featuring a dining area that can seat fourteen and a fully equipped modern kitchen.

There are five bedrooms in the villa’s main house and two in the air-conditioned guest house. All but one of the main-house bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom, and the two guest-house bedrooms share a bathroom. Large windows edged by wrought-iron railings flood the bedrooms with light, while soft, neutral bedding and furniture in traditional silhouettes give a country-chic vibe.

During your stay, be sure to taste the olive oil pressed from trees on the property, and jams and marmalades made from the figs and oranges grown by the villa. If you’re visiting in the spring or summer, keep an eye out for the sweet-scented jasmine and rose festivals in nearby Grasse, and book some playing time at the golf and tennis clubs a 5-minute drive away. It’s a short drive from the villa to Cannes, where you can watch the city from an oceanfront café or take a honeymoon-style stroll along the Croisette and beaches, and both Antibes and Nice are close enough for a day trip.