Valbonne in Cote d'Azur

In a mountainous, wooded setting with fabulous views down to nearby Antibes and the sea, this small village has a unique, historic character. Built in the style of a Roman fortified village, 16th Century monks designed Valbonne around a set of symmetrical rectangles, enclosed by ramparts complete with gates. Explore the labyrinth of streets and then relax in a shaded cafe in the picturesque Place des Arcades, or take a short drive out of the village for a game of tennis or golf.