Location: Vence, Nice Area, French Riviera (Cote d'Azur), France, Europe (Near Nice and Cannes, 5 minutes to Vence, 10 to St. Paul.) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 4 Bedrooms + Loft, 2.5+ Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: House/Villa
Designed by a student of le Corbusier, this villa combines Provencal charm (stuccoed walls and tile roofs) with an open modern plan, all arranged on a few levels (the main floor is on three levels, so the elderly and the very young will want supervision) with a full pool and spectacular view of the Mediterranean You can see a panorama extending from The hills of Monte Carlo to Corsica (on a clear day) to Cannes, all while lounging by the pool beside fruit trees, and sipping on the local Vin du Var.
We are in a nature district, so great hikes up mountain streams or along the foothills of the Maritime Alpes are nearby. Vence, a charming hill town is 5 minutes away, with cafes, restaurants and shopping, and St. Paul de Vence, with its famous galleries, museum and boule court, is 10 minutes. Haute cuisine restaurants, including the well-resepcted Chateau St. Martin, from modest to extravagant, are peppered throughout the neighborhood, and both Nice and Cannes, with their famous promenades, hotels, museums, beaches and shopping are 20-30 minute drives.
This is our family home, which my parents purchased after traveling to the Cote d'Azur for thirty years and searching for the perfect perch above the sea. It possesses charms for young and old, loungers and sightseers, athletes and intellectuals, connoisseurs and folks who just want to chill. It is not luxurious, but it is comfortable, serene and tasteful. It is the most relaxing place I know.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : One bedroom is air-conditioned. We are adding new units and hope to have all bedrooms with AC by summer 2011
- Linens Provided
- Washer : new as of 8/2010
- Dryer : new as of 8/2010
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : We get only a few channels. The TV is relatively old. Best for watching DVDs and tapes (European standard, not US)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Mostly operas. Some Hollywood DVDs
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool : Our favorite feature: a pool with a view
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : This is a comfortable country kitchen, not fancy, but everything works.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Our house manager can arrange for a cook and for light cleaning while you are at the villa at an extra charge to be negotiated with her.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Gazebo : A patio tent
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : The WiFi works well. We are not responsible for local SFR outages.
- Other Amenities
- Fruit Trees, Onsite Cook Available, Hiking Nearby, Close to Matisse Chapel and Museums and Galleries in St. Paul De Vence.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : The house is great for families with the caveat that there are three levels on the main floor with small sets of steps, and steps down to the pool/ barbeque area, so the elderly and the very young may need supervision. There is a removable safety fence for the pool, but supervision of those who cannot swim is necessary.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Close to some of the Best Restaurants, Beaches and Galleries in the World.
Rate Details (In Dollars or Euros)
Oct-Apr ......6,000 Euros/Mo ($8,000) .. 2,000 Euros/Week ($2500)
May-Sep ......10,000 Euros/Mo ($13,000) .. 3,000 Euros/Week ($4000)
1 Week Deposit and $1500 Security at signing; remainder 1 month before arrival
Long distance phone charges will be deducted from the deposit
Cooking and cleaning available during your stay (you retain her directly)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Vence Villa and Pool Overlooking the Cote D'Azur
Year Purchased: 1982
Why the Owner Chose Vence
My parents summered in Vence and the Cote d'Azure and I fell in love with the area.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
Shopping in the old city of Vence. The local museums. The best restaurants in the world. An unparalleled view and a simple life by the pool.
Owner's Map of Vence
I am a teacher in Bronx, NY and a lover of the Cote d'Azur. The contact info will lead you to our property manager.
Property Photos
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- View from upstairs balcony (toward Nice and Monte Carlo) - Vence Villa - Enjoy the Beach
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- View of part of villa (mountains in back) from pool - Vence Villa - Enjoy the Beach
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- View of the Mediterranean and Nice Airport - Vence Villa - Enjoy the Beach
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- View of yard and pool (barbeque house not visible on left)
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- View toward barbeque
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- Patio on main floor
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- Dining room
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- Bedroom on main floor
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- Bedroom on second floor (from french doors to patio)
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- Master bedroom upstairs (from french doors to balcony)
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- Upstairs bedroom (see french doors to balcony)
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- View of living room toward TV area and sleeping loft
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- Living room toward painting and view
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- Sleeping loft
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- Kitchen
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- View of dining and living rooms
Traveler Reviews (3)
Paradise with a view
Guest: Richard S.
(Bethesda MD)
Date of Stay: 08/25/11
Review Submitted: 01/22/12
This is no ordinary villa, but an oasis of calm and beauty in this already wonderful part of France. Most rooms have spectacular views over the foothills, Cap d’Antibes and the Mediterranean. On a clear day you can see the peaks of Corsica rising like a mirage out of the sea. The house itself is spacious, well-designed and has artistic touches echoing the Matisse Chapel just down the road in Vence. The spacious garden and pool area with its own small kitchen is its own delight and is completely private from the other houses on the hill. The location is superb, just a few minutes from restaurants and shopping in Vence and a few more from the artist’s village of St. Paul de Vence and the remarkable art museum at Fondation Maeght nearby. The Airport and Nice is just 1/2 hour away and Monaco, Antibes, nearby mountain villages like Grasse, Biot and the rest of the Cote d’Azur is all within easy reach for day trips. We had an unforgettable stay in August 2011, and can’t wait to go back.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Guest: Ann Haase
(St. Paul, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/17/10
We stayed in this villa several years ago and I was delighted to Google it at VRBO to recall our lovely days there. I think if one likes quiet, peace, spectacular views out to the Nice airport and the Mediterranean, this is a perfect spot. I especially remember the breakfast patio, lovely hours by an almost infinity-like view pool, a grassy area for children to play, charming contemporary architecture, and access to interesting hikes, museums, day trips and restaurants - one with high and sweeping views of the Mediterranean. I do hope we will be able to visit this villa again. I actually came home and did a pastel drawing from our photos of the marvelous angels/lines of the home.
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Guest: Stuart & Marilyn Gillard
(Montecito, CA.)
Date of Stay: 11/08/08
Review Submitted: 11/08/08
A gorgeous spot for us to end our month in Europe. Our family loved the villa, with its sweeping views and secluded address. The pool was great on a hot day and the terrace the perfect place to dine al fresco. An easy drive to the Nice airport. We can't wait to go back for another restful visit.
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