What is it about the Mediterranean coast that makes it such a paradisiacal place for a personal retreat? Perhaps it’s the juxtaposition of white sand beaches and translucent blue waters with beautifully preserved artifacts of history and culture, or the sense of peace brought on by the breathtaking tranquility of an open horizon. Here’s a peek inside three paragon properties whose aesthetics, caliber, and locales place them at the pinnacle of classic Mediterranean living.