Collioure

For a painting "holiday" I'm in Collioure- and I must say it is one of the loveliest places I've ever been to! People are mega friendly, the views are spectacular, the (sea-)food is great - I'm going back home to Valbonne tomorrow, but I'll be very happy to return here from time to time...

And as it happens, our RHF shop in the Pyrénées Orientales has a stunning 13th century watchtower for sale - with sea views

It was originally built around 1250 AD and formed part of a chain of defensive communication towers. The house and tower were fully restored in the 1970’s by an architect with specialist knowledge of dealing with historic buildings.The property consists of a Mas, the Tower of course and a separate apartment. Mas and Tower are joined together and offer two living rooms, an entertaining space (currently occupied by a grand piano), a romantic tower room, four bedrooms and a number of terraces. Aside from the obvious appeal and history of this amazing property it is also endowed with a wonderful garden and outside space of almost 3 hectares (7.5 acres) of land. This rare and unique property offers comfortable accommodation and has fabulous views. It is the ultimate South of France living.... The price is now reduced to € 1,799,000.... For more information visit our website or contact my colleague James Edgecombe