Superb Sea View! 5 Min Walk to Old Village or French Institute
- Minimum stay:Contact manager
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Owned by former Institut students, our beautiful third floor flat is in a old converted village villa. It is a short 5 minute walk to the Institut de Francais. It has been completely remodeled in March of 2008 to include high speed internet and all modern amenities. It has everything you need to have a completely relaxing experience while feeling like a local not a tourist in the South of France!
Enjoy coffee and a croissant or wine and cheese from the balcony while gazing at the beautiful Bay of Villefranche! It is quite comfortable for up to four adults, with a queen sized bed in the master bedroom and a convertible bed in the second bedroom that can be arranged in multiple configurations. Cook wonderful French food in our brand new fully equipped kitchen or curl up with a book on our comfy living room.
Located on a very safe typical family neighborhood street in town, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, museums and the beach. It is in a quiet neighborhood of Villefranche. 5 minute walk to beachfront promenade and 3 minute walk to the old village of Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Villefranche is easy to get to via car, train or bus and the apartment has off street parking available.
Keywords: Flat
Property Type
- Condo
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Pets Considered
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 4-6
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
Entertainment
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
- Music Library
- DVD Player
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Telephone
- Internet
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Deck / Patio
- Balcony
Theme
- Tourist Attractions
- Historic
- Family
Location & View
- Ocean View
Activities
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Cycling
- Surfing
- Jet Skiing
- Wind-Surfing
- Parasailing
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Water Skiing
- Antiquing
- Boating
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Hiking
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
Reviews
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Great Views, good location, comfortable apartment
Great Views, good location, comfortable apartment
- Guest PBeare
- Date of stay 07/31/12
- Review Submitted 10/13/12
The views from the apartment are amazing; the photos do not do it justice. In the summer evenings you get a great view of the firework displays. The air-conditioning makes the apartment very comfortable at night. The rooms are quite big; bigger than they seem in the photos. We had two teenagers sharing the smaller bedroom but they had plenty of space. We spent a lot of our holiday together in the living room, and the kitchen had everything we needed to eat in. The building is short walk (100metres?) up a steep hill, but is five minutes walk from the bakers and bus stop, ten minutes walk from the Casino supermarket, and fifteen minutes from the restaurants and the beach. We would stay again.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Property 172308
Property 172308
- Guest Cathi
- Date of stay 04/01/12
- Review Submitted 05/23/12
We found the apartment better than the pictures and the write up. The view was fantastic from every window and the apartment had all the modern conveniences. I loved the open bright feel and all the counter space in the kitchen. The location couldn't have been better. Just like the write up says its a five minute walk to the stores and the Insitut de francais. Muriel, the property manager was very quick to remedy any little problem that came up. I would definitely go there again and would recommend it to friends.Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, age 55+, sightseeing.
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Home away from Home
Home away from Home
- Guest charlie and kendra h.
- Date of stay 02/16/12
- Review Submitted 02/22/12
We visited Villefranche on a cruise ship several years ago and fell in love with the town. Now, after spending a week in this lovely apartment, we are planning our return. The location is perfect, apartment is lovely, and the view fills your heart with joy and peace. We returned to this comfortable apartment each night after a full day spent wandering the coast of France and the hilly streets of Villefranche. We fixed salads, ate bread and cheese, drank French wine while gazing at the serene "old port" through the windows and from the balcony. The bed was comfortable and we had everything we needed for a week's vacation. Please be sure to walk to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to explore the coastal trail and hike the Nietzche Trail to the medieval town of Eze. The views are amazing! Thank you, thank you for a wonderful time spent in Villefranche-su-mer.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Room with a View
Room with a View
- Guest Oregon
- Date of stay 10/11/11
- Review Submitted 11/19/11
My sister and I enjoyed a week in October in this 130 year old villa (modern) apartment. This third floor flat was well equipped, everything was provided including a washer and dryer. From the small balcony we watched the boats and cruise ships arrive and enjoyed beautiful sunsets after a busy day exploring Old Town Villefranche-sur- Mer. The one euro bus was the best way to explore the surrounding areas, including trips to NIce to visit the Chagall Museum and a cooking class with Rosa Jackson! The reservation and arrival procedures were simple and secure due to Erin and Muriel's thorough and advanced preparation.Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
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Great Apartment and Great Location
Great Apartment and Great Location
- Guest Kristin
- Date of stay 09/14/11
- Review Submitted 11/17/11
We love the house in Villefranche. The view from the balcony is so pretty and the apartment is gorgeous. It has absolutely everything you need in a house including beach toys which was great for our son on our trip down to the beach. It is convenient to town although you will definitely get a workout going from town back up to the house ! Highly recommend and would stay here again.Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Wonderful french getaway
Wonderful french getaway
- Guest Vic
- Date of stay 09/07/11
- Review Submitted 09/20/11
We stayed at this property in the middle of September. Everything was wonderful. The apartment was perfect. It is in a great location and is large enough to accomodate families. The appliances were new and came with easy instructions. The apartment is close to shopping and restaurants. The only thing that could be an issue is the walk up to it. It will give your cardio a mini workout but it will make up for all the wonderful food and wine you are enjoying. We loved this property and hope to be back again soon!!Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Owner response: Thrilled you enjoyed yourself! We were so happy to have you. This is France..consider yourself fortunate that we are only three very short flights up with well lit wide sturdy steps:))
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Loved our stay in this convenient Villefranche apartment
Loved our stay in this convenient Villefranche apartment
- Guest Donna P.
- Date of stay 08/21/11
- Review Submitted 09/15/11
The apartment is lovely and was exactly as described only -BETTER! We adored using the kitchen and enjoying wonderful, cheeses, pates, chickens, steaks and WINE. So many fantastic places to shop and very reasonably priced too. The kitchen exceeded my expectations. The bed and bath are new and fashionably and comfortably arranged. Air-conditioning worked great in all rooms. The internet wi-fi, and cable TV was in good order with a large selection of channels in at least 4 languages. The view from the terrace of the sea and the old village is lovely. You can hear the churchbells ring every morning what a charming way to start the day. The location was wonderful, with easy access to buses to get everywhere on the coast. Also super easy walking to shops, markets, Doctors and pharmacy. The cafes in the neighborhood were great and welcomed us warmly. I think the rent was a good value for money and would recommend this to any of my friends.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, pet owners, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Wonderful apartment
Wonderful apartment
- Guest Katherine
- Date of stay 07/02/11
- Review Submitted 08/04/11
My daughter and I spent 6 nights here this past July 2011. The apartment was fantastic, even better then we expected. It was so nice to have a real hombase after traveling in hotels. We especially appreciated all of the thoughtful touches, like the beach mats and umbrellas. The bed was the most comfortable of our 5 week trip. The views from every window were fantastic, just like the pictures but better! The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and dishes which made cooking a breeze. The instruction book for the apartment was very well done with lots of pictures and arrows, following the steps I even figured out the washer and dryer! The apartment is in a good location, grocery and bakery nearby and the main part of old town is a short walk down hill (the only downside is the walk back up hill - a good way to burn off those dinner calories!). There are many resturaunts to choose from, Le Serre was our favorite. The bus stop is very close and from there it is an easy bus ride to Nice or Monaco. I would not hesitate to stay here again, I hope I do one day!Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Beautiful Villefranche Apartment
Beautiful Villefranche Apartment
- Guest Jenni
- Date of stay 07/16/11
- Review Submitted 08/03/11
This apartment in Villefranche is absolutely perfect. Suffice to say, you can stop searching the internet and just book this place NOW! Two bedrooms, modern bathroom, stunning views, full kitchen, beach towels, TV, Internet, washer & dryer, parking, and even travel books (you don't need to pack yours, they are on the bookshelf and current). Location to town, bakery, outdoor market, beach, shops, pharmacy, and restaurants are just a 5 minute walk down the hill. Bus stop is at the bottom of the hill and by bus you can get to Nice and Monaco quickly. There is a binder in the apartment that tells you EVERYTHING you need to know about the home, the town, and all the must see tourist attractions. We've traveled all over the world and Villefranche is now our favorite place in Europe. Perfect in every way! You simply must stay here!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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Villefranche Perfect Apartment
Villefranche Perfect Apartment
- Guest Carrie
- Date of stay 05/29/10
- Review Submitted 03/03/11
Having stayed here for 2 weeks last summer, I write to compliment the tasteful owners, the Fleers, & the calm, dedicated managers, esp. Erin, of this beautiful apartment. The view is stunning. Location amazing. Indeed perfect for Institut de Francais etudiants - a brisk walk up the hill to the Garden Gate of the school. The apartment building is unprepossessing from the outside, & simply gorgeous from within the apartment itself. Again, those views!! The little balcony. Appliances super modern, sometimes baffling (so French). Loved being able to walk to the bakery for the morning pain chocolat & baguette. Tons of restaurants, all fun and, as others have noted, a marvellously comfortable & convenient bus service that runs from Nice to Monaco. Loved lunch at Chateau Eza in Eze, with a view to forever. Endorse firmly, recommend, and would definately stay here again. Une etudiante de francais et son mari.Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
Nov-Mar .. € 550/week Apr ...... € 750/week May-Sept .. € 1100/week 150 Euro Cleaning Fee/Week (up to 4 people) Special Discount for Language Institute Students. Possible Discounts for Multi-week Stays. Possible Last-Minute Stay Discounts Available.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
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Manager info
Year Purchased: 2008
About: Our lovely french home is a rendezvous from our hectic lives! We feel truly blessed to have this magical flat. We hope you will experience the true beauty and great location of our getaway!
Why Villefranche-sur-Mer:
Villefranche is a truly magical village. We fell in love with it when we first visited and wanted to own a place so we could return. We are happy to share our home with others who are looking to experience this beautiful seaside village.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
Staying in our apartment will give you the opportunity to feel like a local and not a tourist.
Contact us
- Primary: (415) 640-1021 (California, USA)
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Sip morning coffee or a afternoon glass of wine on the kitchen balcony
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fully stocked modern kitchen
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Cozy L shaped LR couch
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view from MB
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2nd bedroom with beautiful sea views
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Can also be configured as three singles...
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Me paddle boarding looking at the old town and promenade
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VilleFranche market Weds/Sat/Sun just down steps from flat
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Bliss
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Dinning table opens for up to eight
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Sea views from every room!
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master BR
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Newly remodeled bathroom
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view from 2nd BR
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Our building entry with original 130 year old village Villa detailing.
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Only a 10 minute walk down to swim and sunbathe at Villefranche beach
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Streets of the Old Town
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