Long sweeping arches that frame stunning views of the beach, azure blue waters and stark white interiors- images of the Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle De France property in France gave us some serious travel envy. The interiors are a lesson in laidback French elegance, with its stark white bed linen and ombre soft furnishings. Need inspiration for your retirement beach home in the not so distant future? You don’t need to look any further.