Villa Florentine is a sumptuously decorated and exquisitely furnished luxury neo-Provençal villa (7000SF) in the Tuscan style set in over eight acres of very private grounds in a raised position overlooking the sea: awesome 180-degree views of the sea, the coast, and Cap Taillat.

The estate is located at the end of a cul-de-sac off a narrow unpaved lane about five minutes drive from the Route des Plages at Ramatuelle: high wooden gates open with part of the villa just visible at the end of the long drive framed by sea views.

Beautifully-paved driveway sloping gently down past lavender beds with low stone walls and discreet parking bays to an extensive gravel courtyard; a pathway across a large stone-paved terrace surrounded by low walls--ancient olive trees, seating areas, plants big terracotta pots, and a giant mimosa tree--lead to an elegant entry with porch.

A massive ancient carved door opens directly into an octagonal entry hall (300sf) which serves as the focal point of the villa: generous seating area, Provençal antiques, gorgeous artwork, a large model of a sailing yacht and, above all, the beautiful sea views set the nautical tone of this world-class home.

Archway to a short corridor--French windows to the left open onto a very long partially covered cloistered main terrace with sea views and extensive seating areas--with archway to the dining room and archway to the living room: open-plan formal dining room (250sf) with antique dining table for 10-16; very beautiful fully-fitted modern Provençal kitchen with marble surfaces, hand-painted cabinetry, and French door to a large covered terrace with breakfast table for 8-10 and a professional barbecue in a large brick fireplace.

Long and very luminous salon (700sf) with seating area in front of an ancient stone fireplace, an antique American pool table, a grand piano, a host of art, and two French windows to the main terrace and garden at the swimming pool side.

Ground level off the hallway: corridor to cloakroom with separate WC and walk-in shower; two bedrooms each with double beds--antique wrought-iron bedsteads--good-sized shower bathrooms, and French windows to the main terrace and garden; large L-shaped Africa-themed master bedroom (300sf) with colonial-style art, teak four-poster bed, a blue-tiled shower bathroom, and French windows to the main terrace and garden.

Wide marble staircase down to the lower floor with antique drawings of yachts and Chinese junks: hall with glass-framed massive dried African leaf and dried flowers; Africa-themed master bedroom (300sf) with teak four-poster bed and a brown-tiled bathroom with twin vanities and separate WC; corridor to a pretty three-quarter bedroom with washbasin; charming single bedroom with shower and washbasin; independent WC; laundry room.

Wide marble staircase to the upper floor: master bedroom (300f) with sea views, bathroom with twin vanities, bath, and separate shower and WC, and French windows to a long private terrace (300sf) with 180-degree sea views over the lawns, lavender beds, an olive trees to sea, the coast, Cap Taillat, and a nearby château.

All bedrooms are 200-300sf and have high ceilings, terracotta-tiled floors, triple thickness doors--a reflection of the highest quality materials used in the villa--and big Persian carpets as well as beautiful, state-of-the-art, marble bathrooms with white porcelain vanities, good-sized walk-in showers, lovely floor and wall tiles, and marble or terracotta floors.

The décor is the epitome of contemporary Provençal good taste with high ceilings, flagstone terracotta floors, and hand-stuccoed walls in various pastel colours as well as a host of decorative refinements.

The furnishings are a tasteful blend of the finest quality modern pieces, original antique pieces; fine Persian carpets and kilims, silk and fabric curtains, designer wall lights and bedside lamps, old prints, artwork, and objets dart as well as fine collectables all combining to create an absolutely wonderful atmosphere with light, colour and beauty everywhere.

The villa is superbly equipped with very good quality dinnerware, cutlery and glasses as well as fine household linen and bathrobes; air-conditioning throughout, internet points, satellite TV, CD player, stereo system, and good alarm system are among the refinements of this elegant home.

The gardens around the villa are mainly vast lawns dotted with ancient olive trees and cypresses as well as flowering bushes and a wide variety of Mediterranean plants and flowers: extensive swimming pool area with 50ft x 23ft non-chlorine swimming pool surrounded by extensive sunbathing areas; pathway to the "pièce de résistance"--a colonial-style fully-equipped wood-panelled summerhouse with bar, long dining table for 10-12, and stunning sea views; seriously professional charcoal and gas-fired barbecue.

The villa comes with full staff including housekeeper, chef, and night guardian as well as a very comfortable one-bedroom apartment in Saint Tropez village for extra guests or non-resident staff, and the use of a luxury Itama speedboat for unforgettable maritime excursions for up to ten guests.

The very charming village of Ramatuelle with its narrow lanes, superb sea views, boutiques, art galleries, and casual restaurants is just twelve minutes away; all the main beach clubs are within a 15-20 minute drive, and Saint Tropez village is around 20-25 minutes by car,

Villa la Florentine is an extraordinarily beautiful world-class home: ideal for a large family, a group or a president--of a company or country--seeking total peace and absolute privacy in very elegant and beautiful surroundings within easy reach of Ramatuelle and the excitement of Saint Tropez village, all the beach clubs, and international airports.