Provencal mas with pool and hilltop sea views.
8.6
Overall score
Verdict: Authentic Provencal mas with stunning views and pet-friendly. Car essential; no beach.
Method: Reviewed for a long weekend; pool, kitchen and gardens all used; owner interviewed.
Reviewed villa: Mas des Pins
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Mas des Pins above Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a masterpiece of Provencal living. The private pool framed by cypress trees, the chef’s kitchen and the stone architecture create a deeply authentic atmosphere. The hilltop views extend from the hills to the sea and are spectacular at sunset.
The villa is pet-friendly, a rarity at this price point. The main consideration is that a car is essential and there is no beach access, but for romantic retreats, it is ideal.
