A luxury house to rent near Les Baux-de-Provence, Provence, France

We love this contemporary new villa set on a hilltop with majestic views of  Les Alpilles in the heart of Provence.

Le Mas Estello recently renovated by Atelier K Architecture et design is a Provencal Mas set amongst 1 hectare of private gardens.

The villa is set on a hilltop with a stunning infinity pool looking out over Provence. There are plenty of sun loungers, a boule pitch/volleyball/badminton court court for guests to enjoy.

Interiors combine the charm of modernity and tradition. On the groundfloor, the spacious living room have spacious  windows looking out over the Alpilles.

There are four bedrooms on the lower level, accommodating a total of eight guests. The two bigger bedrooms are master suites. And two are double with ensuite shower rooms. Each bedroom has a terrace with a direct access to the swimming pool.

Mas Estello is professionally staffed with a 3-hour daily maid service and a breakfast buffet laid each morning. A professional Chef can be arranged for lunch and dinner with the concierge.

This is just a small selection of the properties we represent around the world. We continue to travel the world looking for new, unique and exceptional estates to add to our presentation. So do call, we’d love to talk.

Luxury to rent near Ubud, Indonesia

Nestled in the slopes of the balinese hills, Hartland Estate boasts spectacular views of the Ubud area.

Ubud Villa Hartland Estate is thoughtfully conceived and elegantly executed 5 bedroom Luxury Bali Retreat. 

Carefully set into the landscape around the 6,000 square meter Estate by celebrated architect Yew Kuan (Como Shambhala Estate), Villa Hartland Estate includes 5 beautifully furnished air-conditioned Suites. Each Suite has its own private space and extensive garden surrounding it.

Three Suites are made from reclaimed teak houses. Each grass–roofed Suite features a spacious double bedroom, luxurious bathroom and a large wooden deck with an outdoor lounging area and open spaces for early morning Yoga or Meditation. The downstairs bathroom of the Suite is more than spacious and features a unique shower overlooking the valley.

The fourth Suite, “Marian’s Cottage” – is a two-bedroom stucco cottage with a large Living and Dining Verandah leading off the Master Bedroom. A smaller Double Bedroom interconnects. Both bedrooms have their own private garden bathroom and separate entrances. The Double Bedroom also has a private patio with table and chairs overlooking the verdant tropical gardens.

A Meditation Gazebo is located in a secluded spot further down the hillside (towards the organic vegetable and herb gardens) below the Teak House with serene valley and distant volcano views. It is fan-cooled with large a comfortable couch, mosquito net. (and, of course, amazing views!) and built according to principles of fengshui.

Nearby activities include Trekking, Rice Paddy Walks, Mount Batur Hikes, Biking, River Rafting, Yoga, Restaurants, Shopping, a visit to world famous Green School, John Hardy Jewellery workshop & local Artists.

A luxury villa Nag Shampa to rent in the hills of Ubud, Indonesia

With five swimming pools. excellent staff and modern relaxation facilities including a yoga shala, this private estate is the perfect escape.

Villa Nag Shampa Estate lies not too far from the mountain town of Ubud. Villa Nag Shampa Estate is a perfect private retreat with traditional Joglo style Javanese Architecture. With 5 swimming pools, full time dedicated staff and private chef, relaxation facilities, large yoga shala, the estate is great for a group of up to 16 guests.

The estate is made up of 8 over-sized bedrooms. The main buildings include the dining room, sitting room and the master bedroom. As you venture further into the estate you will discover 4 en-suite doubles that lookout over the main pool area, and 3 further en-suite doubles with their own private pools. 

Located in the peaceful village of Taro, known for an ancient rhythm of life, prayer and ceremony, the villa champions wellness of the body and mind. The chefs are local and their recipes are inspired by local and traditional cuisine cooked using organic produce from the estates own vegetable gardens.  

A luxury villa to rent in Cap Ferrat, France

With one of the best addresses in the south of France, Villa Sea View is perched on the peak of Cap Ferrat and offers the ultimate in contemporary luxury living, with seven individually designed bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, terrace and stunning sea view.

The pool terrace above the villa is as technologically innovative as it is well situated. Humidity misters at deck level ensure you sunbathe at a pleasant temperature even at the sun’s height. And the self-lifting pool floor means you can adjust the depth to a level that suits you, or even raise the floor entirely to create a marble dancefloor on which to dance the night away.

The main living area on the ground floor consists of an elevated dining area with uninterrupted sea views and an expansive living room with equally good views and direct access onto a large outdoor terrace.

The state-of-the-art kitchen is perfect for meals with family or friends and is complemented by a fully stocked wine cellar. There is also a second, professional kitchen on the lower level, connected by a service lift, which can be used when throwing parties or when the house is full of guests.

On the lower ground floor, guests can enjoy a spa with hammam, sauna, shower, indoor exercise pool, massage room and a gym equipped with the latest Kinesis and Technogym equipment.

For convenience, all floors can be accessed using an outdoor funicular as well as an exterior lift giving access to the villa entrance, swimming pool and parking area.

The house staff are well managed and multi-lingual, and are there purely and simply to ensure you have a fantastic holiday in this amazing house in its stunning and exclusive location.

A luxury villa to rent in St Remy de Provence, France

A traditional Provencal farmhouse just ten minutes by bike from the restaurants, cafes and morning markets of chic and charming St Remy de Provence.

An easy walk, or short bike ride along the canal will take you straight to the heart of this much-beloved town. Synonymous with Van Gogh, who produced about 150 paintings here. St Remy is still a favourite with artists, though today it’s as much known for its excellent restaurants, luxury food stores and interior-design shops as it is for its light and landscapes.

The house itself is cool, elegant and sophisticated, decorated in a palette of tasteful, muted colours. There are three en-suite bedrooms on the first floor, (including a very spacious master suite), plus one bedroom with a spacious bathroom just directly across the corridor. Each are individually decorated, four have ceiling fans and all are air-conditioned.

The self contained, ground floor bedroom has outside access only. There are two bedrooms here with a shared shower room; one is a good double and one a bunk bedroom, good for children or teenagers. This part of the house would work well for a couple with a baby, or two children with a nanny. The garden ‘Atelier’ can house extra guests or indeed a chef.

The living areas are spacious and refined and the wonderful kitchen/dining area opens out onto two lovely terraces. A large pool (heating on request) with a shady pergola, is surrounded by landscaped gardens.

The property is set off a quiet lane not far from the famous five star, Chateau des Alpilles Hotel, and easy cycling distance not only to the centre of St Remy (9 mins) but to Les Baux de Provence (35 mins), Maussane les Alpilles etc…

A luxury villa to rent on the remote island of Sumba, Indonesia

Despite being only an hour’s flight from Bali, the island of Sumba is little visited by tourists and remains blissfully rooted in traditional customs. A wild and rugged place, it’s what Bali might have looked like 100 years ago. 

Surfers were the first visitors to camp out on the spectacular, wild beaches of Sumba in eastern Indonesia, having discovered a mesmerising left-hand break that barrels onto the island’s pristine shores. Welcome to Haweri Estate, one of our planets most remote, wild and pristine tropical beach locations, on the headland of famed Nihi Resort.

The five-acre estate comprises five individual villas decorated with Indonesian antiques and some excellent examples of Sumba artefacts, jewellery and weavings. There are two large swimming pools, a ten-person jacuzzi, an oceanside meditation pavilion, a secluded bamboo beach pavilion situated above a private beach, and a spectacular living and dining room perched on a hilltop overlooking the surf and the ocean beyond. For those seeking absolute privacy surrounded by nature at its best, this is the place to be.

On the hilltop is the open-air dining, living and entertaining pavilion with a fully equipped guest kitchen, fireplace and two outdoor decks offering stunning views in all directions. Below are the swimming pools and the villas, each individually designed and positioned to maximise the beautiful views.

The Main Villa is topped with a tall, traditional, Sumba-style roof and comes with its own 23m infinity pool and a jacuzzi just steps from the bedroom. The master suite has an inviting outdoor shower and bathtub and a TV lounge adjacent to the bedroom that can be converted into an additional bedroom for children.

The Surf Suite is just metres above the crashing waves below and without a doubt has the best views of Nihi’s surf spots. It too has its own infinity pool as well as a dining pavilion surrounded by a large wooden deck.

The spectacular, hilltop Pool Suite has a refreshing plunge pool and overlooks the ever-changing Haweri cove and beach and two incredible rock pinnacles known as The Guardians.

The Jungle Suite is tucked away at the edge of the forest with views of the pinnacles to the south and the sunset to the west.

And then there is the incredible two-storey Tree House, situated in the forest, with a bedroom and bathroom amid the treetops and a large living and dining area downstairs.

This is truly an exceptional estate, perfect for families or goups of friends looking to unplug from the modern world and reconnect with each other in a place of extraordinary beauty.

A luxury house to rent in Languedoc-Roussillon, France

This pretty house is surrounded by vineyards and set on the edge of a small village with cobbled streets and traditional shops on the Chemin de Compostella.

The Canal du Midi is only 3km away and the region is full of things to see and do, from ancient ruins and wine tastings, to the Mediterranean beach of Valras Plage and Meze Bouziques, all only a short drive away.

The house is well organised, very comfortable and stylishly decorated. There are several different living areas and a formal dining room with air conditioning, along with a very well equipped kitchen. All the bedrooms are beautifully done and have air conditioning. The pretty guest cottage has its own little kitchen and seating area.

The house is surrounded by lovely gardens and has a range of outdoor seating and dining areas. The good-size pool can be heated (with a supplement) and has a hard cover and is gated.

This is an excellent house for those who love the charm of rural France, the proximity of a traditional French village and the comfort of a well-put-together property. It’s perfect for a family reunion or for two families to share.

A luxury villa to rent near Propriano, Corsica, France

A very spacious, sophisticated, contemporary villa with wonderful views, an infinity pool and direct beach access.

A beautiful villa, built into the hillside with a ‘green’ roof and amazing views over the bay. The house has direct beach access and it’s possible to moor a boat here.

The villa is very spacious with lots of natural light, a large living/dining area opens onto a modern and well-equipped kitchen. Outside there is big deck overlooking the pool and plenty of al-fresco dining space.

The five bedrooms are well equipped and each has its own TV and shower room; one also has a bath. All are fronted with large bay windows looking out over the sea.

The house benefits from a good concierge service, which can help organise everything from delivery of dishes ready for the oven, to restaurant reservations, spa treatments and boat charters.