Le Mas Candille, Mougins, Côte d'Azur , France
One of those rare jewels offering the best of both worlds: nine acres of private, shady grounds (ideal for a stroll); and the bustle of Cannes and the Côte d'Azur within easy reach, this former 18th-century Provençal 'mas' (farmhouse) has been imaginatively transformed into an exceptional boutique hotel with a luxurious Zen-inspired spa and a truly gastronomic experience at the charming Michelin-starred Le Candille restaurant.