We’ve arrived at our favourite time of the year: summer, and the little ones’ favourite season by far. When you think of summer holidays you think of family, and when you think of holidays with family, this is the essence of what lies at the heart and soul of what we do at Le Collectionist.
We're convinced that there's nothing more precious than holiday memories that we share. In this summer issue, follow us as we explore our favourite homes and destinations for vacationing with those you love.
With the arrival of fine weather, the time has come to bring all the different generations and friends together, and is a reminder that the warm embrace of family is the one place that we never leave behind.
Le Collectionist team
THE PERFECT FAMILY HOME
The Provençal house of Diane Heerebout-Rouanet and her husband is an island of serenity in the heart of the French Riviera. It's with contagious happiness that she shared the secrets of Mas du Ponant, her dream family home, where generations mingle and meet under the bright southern sun.
“When we visited the house, in the room of the children, I imagined my grandchildren throwing pillows at each other while laughing.”
A FAMILY DAY IN FORMENTERA
Very close to Ibiza, the island of Formentera is just as beautiful as its big sister, but more relaxed and confidential. If you dream of the perfect holiday home to experience a summer al fresco with those you love, follow us to Villa Lilou for a bohemian day in Formentera with white sand beaches, hippie-chic charm, beach clubs and a home cinema with its feet in the water.
"On this island of breathtaking energy and scenery, every day is a new beginning."
going on A HOLIDAY WITH KIDS
Organising holidays with kids isn't always easy, but experiencing special moments with your little ones is undoubtedly the best way to travel. This summer, we're sharing our tips for playing as if you were nomads with your tribe. Follow our guide on the best places to holiday with kids according to their age.
"Travelling as a family is an adventure, but also a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life."
CASA DONOMA: A FAMILial SANCTUARY
If the family is an infinite source of spirituality, the art of relaxation can also prove to be an essential resource when we go on an adventure with those we love. Ambre Israel would wholly agree as she recounts the story of her own personal sanctuary in Comporta: Casa Donoma.
“It is a magical place with a calm energy. It is both a family home and a place of rest, where these two desires have come together. ”
PROVENCE OF OUR CHILDHOOD
We will never get tired of Provence, the quintessential setting of our childhood. We're not too sure whether it's the song of the cicadas, the heat of the stones gilded by the sun or the long summer dinners in the shade of the olive trees? To tell you the truth, the soul of Provence to us is all these things at the same time. Explore our selection of the most beautiful houses where you can relive your childhood memories in Provence and create new ones with your family.
Provence is the setting of our childhood, where idyllic summers have been spent making unforgettable memories.
DISCOVER CORSICA AS A FAMILY
Imagine an island so beautiful that it has been nicknamed the Isle of Beauty... This island is also rich in adventures, tastings, idleness and discoveries for the whole family. If you're already starting to dream of a holiday in Corsica, with young and old gathered around the crystal clear waters of one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean, it's time to discover the secrets of visiting Corsica with family.
"Discovering Corsica as a family should be on your list of must-experience holidays. The Isle of Beauty is a paradise for young and old alike."
CAP FERRET FOR YOUR TRIBE
Cap Ferret is the well-kept secret of the Southwest of France. Just an hour from Bordeaux, this legendary peninsula has remained a landmark for those in the know, where both parents and children spend their summer holidays together. In Cap Ferret, family is key and there's no local tradition that you can't experience with your loved ones. On the program: oyster tasting, surfing lessons, bike rides...
"As soon as you arrive on this piece of land surrounded by salt water, you feel at home."
MYKONOS WITH KIDS
Mykonos with family? It may surprise you, but this Cyclades island is in fact a very beautiful family destination. Go off the beaten track and take your pick: are you a family of adventurers, carefree or gourmets? Or, do as we do and don't choose, as Mykonos is full of surprises for you and your tribe.
"Mykonos is an amazing family destination, brimming with secrets to discover, specialties to taste and heavenly beaches to laze on."
WHERE TO GO IN JUNE
This month, our new collection brings together the most beautiful vacation homes where you can reconnect with your loved ones. Relax in the centre of these wonderful landscapes and experience magical moments with your family.