Bastide With A View

The villa

Framed by tall pine trees and the shifting blues of the Mediterranean, Bastide With A View captures the easy rhythm of Riviera living from the moment you arrive. Just a short stroll from the shoreline, this historic country house looks out across the sea, where warm, characterful interiors are paired with thoughtful contemporary touches and a striking infinity pool. Mornings begin with coffee on the terrace with sea vistas, before drifting between the shade of the olive tree and sunlit swims.

Designed as a genuine home, this is a place shaped by its owner’s love of travel and gathering. Generous interiors unfold across this 19th century home, with a spacious living and dining room alongside a newly renovated modern kitchen. Five air - conditioned bedrooms offer comfort and privacy for up to 10 guests, including a children’s dorm with toys and books, and a master sea - view double with its own en suite and direct access to the garden and pool below.

Thoughtful touches such as Wi - Fi and a Smart TV ensure an easy stay, while a Bose Bluetooth speaker and a curated selection of books and games create family moments to savour together. Evenings are best spent outside, gathered around the electric plancha as the sky softens into dusk.

Meanwhile, the poolside terrace invites lazy afternoons on loungers, while table tennis, pétanque balls and gorgeous terraces offer simple pleasures for all ages, accompanied by the scent of lavender and pine. A welcome bottle of rosé wine awaits, setting the tone for unhurried days.

Perched just 250 metres from the coast, the house enjoys a prime position within walking distance to the sea. Seasonal beachside restaurants and calm waters are close by, while nearby Les Issambres and Sainte - Maxime offer shops, bakeries and boat connections across to Saint - Tropez. 

For families or friends seeking sun, sea and historic charm, Bastide With A View is a beautifully positioned holiday home for experiencing this captivating corner of the Côte d’Azur.

Perched above the shimmering French Riviera coastline, Bastide With A View enjoys an enviable residential setting just a leisurely 250m walk from the Mediterranean shore. It is also ideally located within a short drive of Sainte - Maxime and Les Issambres, where summer boat trips whisk you across to Saint - Tropez with ease.

Only a short walk downhill on foot, Plage Les Élephants offers a picturesque stretch of beach with clear waters and two beach clubs and restaurants (open seasonally), providing the perfect excuse for sunset apéritifs or leisurely meals by the sea. A little further south, the wider Plage de la Nartelle (1.3km) awaits for long, sun - drenched days between swimming in calm Mediterranean waters and lingering lunches at summer beachside restaurants. Nartelle is an idyllic, family - friendly spot known for its calm waters and natural beauty. There’s also a watersports centre for more adventurous guests.

A short drive brings you to Les Issambres (5 to 10 minutes), where you’ll find a Spar supermarket, a well - loved bakery famed for its tarte tropézienne and a small selection of restaurants. Ask the owners about boat hire (their 8 - person motorboat is usually moored at the marina). From both Les Issambres and Sainte - Maxime, seasonal departures on Les Bateaux Verts whisk you away to Saint - Tropez, a great way to beat the summer traffic and visit one of the French Riviera's most iconic and glamourous towns. 

Meanwhile, Sainte - Maxime (4.5km) charms with its Provençal covered market, inviting restaurants and selection of shops, while keen golfers can enjoy Golf Blue Green Sainte - Maxime (5km) or Beauvallon Golf Club (8.5km). The surrounding coastline is dotted with further beaches and watersports opportunities, ensuring there is always something new to discover (the owners will provide a comprehensive guide).

Beyond the shore, the landscapes of the Var unfold beautifully. The Massif des Maures and nearby villages such as Grimaud and La Garde - Freinet offer scenic drives and authentic Provençal character, while the striking red rocks of the Estérel provide a dramatic backdrop for walking and exploration.