Villa Duna

Villa Duna sits in the hills above Saint-Tropez, close enough to feel the pull of the town yet high enough to keep the noise of it at a distance. The beaches of Pampelonne are a short drive, the centre closer still, and from the terraces the view opens across the sea and the surrounding hills.

The estate is arranged as a main house and a separate guest house, built in a contemporary Mediterranean style with bright interiors, clean lines and finishes chosen with care. Large living spaces open directly onto the gardens, so the boundary between inside and out softens as the day warms. Landscaped grounds hold generous terraces, shaded dining areas and two swimming pools, which gives a group of this size room to gather or scatter as the mood takes them.

Ten bedrooms accommodate up to twenty guests, and the layout keeps privacy intact even when the house is full. A petanque court and barbecue sit among the gardens for the slower afternoons, and a garage handles the practical side of arrival.

What sets Villa Duna apart is the service. A private chef, a butler, daily housekeeping and a dedicated villa manager are part of the stay, so the rhythm of the week is looked after without anyone having to ask. Mornings begin as you like them, lunch appears by the pool, and the evening finds its own pace.

For a large family or a group of friends taking the peninsula together, this is a house that carries the whole party with ease. The hardest choice may be which of the two pools to claim first.