Château de Grasse

It's hard to imagine that Le Bar-sur-Loup’s majestic 13th-century castle, perched right at the top of the village, once lay in ruins. It's now an appealing vacation rental with irresistible wooden-deck terrace out front and German owner Heinrich at the helm. Six huge rooms sleeping up to 14 people ooze 'country-chic' elegance, with soft-toned fabrics and sweeping valley views.