Villa La Tourelle

St Tropez , French Riviera
Sleeps 8 / 4 bedrooms
A haven of luxury and peace in the heart of St Tropez

Tucked away in a quiet corner of central St Tropez, this 14th century former vicarage is replete with character and charm. Step inside the walled garden, overlooked by the villa's signature tower and filled with fountains, palm trees, cacti and fragrant flowers, and you are transported to a tranquil world away from the hustle and bustle of the French Riviera. Yet the markets, bars and restaurants of sophisticated St Tropez are just a few minutes' walk away, and breath-taking beaches within walking distance or a very short drive away.

The villa itself has been renovated to the highest standard by the illustrious Tropezian architect François Vieillecroze and is filled with wonderful works of art and beautiful furniture, not to mention quirky design features such as the winding staircase and the wall of water which forms a backdrop to the dining room. The 4 en-suite bedrooms sleep up to 8 adults in supreme comfort; two have independent access from the garden and are perfect for those who relish their own space, while the master bedroom in the main building has its own hammam and dressing room, and the final bedroom sits in the top of the turret offering views of St Tropez.

However the heart of the villa is its serene walled garden with a cleverly designed layout incorporating plenty of unique spaces to escape to. Relax on one of the shaded terraces where the only sound to be heard is the trickle of water from the fountain into the villa's original well, or enjoy a drink from the pool house bar with its own fridge, ice machine and coffee machine. The inviting mirror edge pool is made of natural stone and is the perfect place to cool off amid exotic plants and olive trees.

Fully air-conditioned and filled with wonderful touches such as a wine cellar, office area and sound system throughout (inside and outside), this is a simply one of the most luxurious and well-located properties available to rent in St Tropez. Combined with the attentive service and delicious meals provided by your Purple Summer staff, Villa La Tourelle is an exceptional retreat in one of the most sought-after locations in the Côte d'Azur.
  • Unparalleled location in the heart of St Tropez
  • Characterful 14th century former vicarage filled with artworks and beautiful furniture
  • Peaceful walled garden with fountains, fragrant plants and a natural stone swimming pool

Layout

There is air-conditioning in all of the bedrooms and in most of the communal spaces in Villa La Tourelle.
  • Bedroom 1 (first floor)
    Master bedroom with super-king bed, en-suite bathroom with separate shower and hammam, and dressing room.
  • Sitting room
    With sofas, fireplace, TV with satellite channels, DVD player and iPod docking station. Terrace access.
  • Bedroom 2 (second floor, in the turret)
    Twin/super-king bedroom with en-suite shower room, dressing room and views of St Tropez.
  • Dining room
    With table seating 10 overlooking a wall of water
  • Bedroom 3 (outside access, next to pool house)
    King (150cm) with en-suite shower room.
  • Wine cellar
  • Bedroom 4 (outside access, via a path lined with aromatic plants)
    King (150cm) with en-suite shower room.
  • Outdoor terraces – covered and open
    With gas barbecue, table tennis and outdoor dining area for 12 guests.
  • Office area
    With scanner, printer and views of the garden
  • Swimming pool
    Natural stone, length 10m x 5m. Can be heated on request (additional charge). Pool house with bar.
  • Private parking for 2 small cars

Prices and availability

Servise
A summer villa holiday isn't just about the villa – and we never forget how important your holiday is to you. That's why we do everything we can to ensure you have a hassle-free holiday with everything just the way you want it.

The villa is available with a choice of service level – flexible or full service. Whatever you choose, you'll have access to an exceptional concierge service, a welcome hamper, daily housekeeping and one staff member to every two guests.
Flexible service
  • Comprehensive pre-arrival concierge service to help you plan your perfect holiday
  • Exclusive use of the villa and its facilities for your chosen dates
  • Dedicated service in resort from the professional villa manager
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Daily breakfast hamper including cereals, fruit salad, yoghurts, eggs (for you to prepare as you like them), fresh bread and pastries, oranges for juicing
  • One serviced meal per day (either brunch/lunch or dinner, according to your preference for each day) provided by your private chef, on 6 days out of 7, served with carefully selected wines
  • Early children's supper, where dinner is being provided
  • Pre-dinner champagne and canapés, where dinner is provided
  • Welcome hamper with a bottle of our signature Taittinger champagne, selected spirits, gourmet tea selection and Nespresso coffee
  • Unlimited rosé wine, beer, soft drinks and bottled water
  • High quality linen, towels, dressing gowns and beach towels. Mid-week towel change
  • Neal's Yard toiletries
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access
  • Pre-arrival menu consultation. All our chefs are professionals with a wealth of fine dining experience so will tailor their menus to suit your specific preferences and, of course, any special dietary needs.
Full service
  • As with 'flexible service', but two serviced meals are provided per day (brunch/lunch and dinner) by your private chef, on 6 days out of 7, both meals served with our selected wines.
Villa La Tourelle is located in central St Tropez, in a private and quiet street yet just 200m from the Place des Lices. The nearest beaches are a 5 minute drive or 15 minute walk away. Nice airport is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes away by car, and Marseille airport is approximately 2 hours away.