View of Main House
Location: Tourrettes-sur-Loup, French Riviera (Cote d'Azur), France, Europe (The town is between Grasse and St. Paul de Vence) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-9)
Keywords: House with ground level accommodations
The property is located approximately 7 minutes to Tourrettes-sur-Loup, a charming medieval village that sits between the sea (about 14 kilometres away) and the Alpes Maritime.
The ground level of the villa and pool house has 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. There is a full kitchen as well as a small kitchenette in the separate pool house. The property is south facing, with a beautiful 13 meter swimming pool, gets sun throughout the day, and is still bright in the long summer evenings. This is a very comfortable campus for friends and family. The stone wall terraced garden has olive, orange, lemon, mandarin, apricot, cherry, and fig trees. Imagine eating on the outdoor terrace in the evening in the midst of the many rosemary and lavender bushes that dot the property. There are also many places to get away to read or just sit and relax.
Long summer evenings with a southern exposure, a beautiful swimming pool, and plenty of room on the property to wander. The views are spectacular! There is even a petanque court shaded by two mulberry trees. This is a house that has become a favorite destination for many friends and family and there have been many repeat visitors.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : Sleeps 2
- Queen Bed : Sleeps 2
- Double Bed : Sleeps 2
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : 2 beds, each sleeps 1
- Convertible Bed : Sleeps 1
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : SKY TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Pool : With child safe electric cover.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Full kitchen in the main house and kitchenette in the pool house.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Shaded terrace at main house with seating for meals and relaxing. Shaded terrace at pool house for additional seating.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : The property is facing south toward the coast so sunny all day. The view from the other side of the garden is of the Alpes Maritime.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Terraced garden with old stone walls and olive trees, petanque court, fountain. Multiple levels in garden provide plenty of places to walk and relax or read.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Perfect for families. Electric pool cover is child safe.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Antiquing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Museums (Nice, Vence, Antibes) and art galleries (St. Paul de Vence). Beaches of Nice and Cannes are within driving distance.
Rate Details (In Euros)
Jan-May- €2000 per week
June-July €2500 per week
August- €2950 per week
Sept-Dec €2000 per week
Advance payment of 50% to reserve rental
Fully refundable if cancelled >60 days prior to rental period
Variable penalties apply if cancelled <60 days prior to rental period
Balance 14 days prior to arrival
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Tourrettes-sur-Loup
I lived and worked in Monaco for 3 years and bought this house as a second home before moving to London. It is approximately 7 minutes to Tourrettes-sur-Loup, a charming medieval village that sits between the sea (about 14 kilometres away) and the Alpes Maritime. It is known as the "City of Violets" because it is a center for the cultivation of that flower which is used in perfumes manufactured in nearby Grasse.
Appreciated by film producers since 1925, Tourrettes became a meeting place for musicians, painters, writers and poets. Artisan weavers also settled there and today more than thirty workshops and galleries are located in the town.
The Unique Benefits at this House
You are 30 minutes from Nice airport, and the same amount of time if you want to go to the beaches of Nice or Cannes. The hills here are lovely, quiet, and peaceful especially during the summer rush. Market day in the central town square of Tourrettes is every Wednesday where you can buy locally produced cheeses, meats, and other tasty items as well as high quality fabrics.
If you do want to leave the property, there is plenty to see. Cannes, Mougins, and Nice are each about 30 minutes drive and offer many attractions including restaurants, museums, and cinema. Monaco is about 1 hour away so you can go for the day and return to the property to relax with an evening swim.
Italy can become a day trip as the northern Italian border is easily reachable within 1 hour!
Culturally, this is a very sophisticated location and you have access to the Foundation Maeght (15 minutes), one of the premier art museums in Europe. Also, there is a Matisse museum in Nice and the Matisse Chapel in Vence (15 minutes), Picasso museum in Antibes, and the home of Renoir in Cagnes-sur-Mer. Golf is available in Opio (20 minutes) and tennis right in the town.
During the summer months there are many music festivals throughout the French Riviera, including Jazz a Juan in Juan Les Pins and the Monte Carlo Summer Music Festival.
Home of the world famous film festival but also has amazing hotels and restaurants. 30 minutes http://www.beyond.fr/villages/cannes-provence-france.html
Mougins is without doubt one of the most wonderful places to visit on the C�te d'Azur. Mougins has two golf-courses, more than 40 fantastic restaurants, including the famous Moulin de Mougins. 30 minu
Home of the Grand Prix each May but a year round destination for the Casino, Opera House, nightlife, restaurants, and picturesque harbor. 60 minutes http://www.visitmonaco.com/
The Italian border is a 1 hour drive from the property. Ideal day trips to San Remo and Ventimiglia for the markets.
One of the finest Picasso Museums. 30 minutes http://www.antibes-juanlespins.com/eng/culture/musees/picasso/index.html
20 minutes http://www.opengolfclub.com/opio-valbonne/fr/golf-opio-valbonne.html
Tourrettes Tennis Club 8 minutes QUAI VILLAGE 06140 Tourrettes sur Loup T�l: 04 93 59 25 52
Gourdon is one of the most picturesque of all the perched villages. It's rated as one of the Plus Beaux Villages de France, and well deserves the title. The view from the edge of the village is specta
Local production of artisanal chocolates and dried fruits and flowers. 10 minutes. http://www.confiserieflorian.com/florian.histoire.php
A charming medieval village about 15 minutes from the property. In the 1920's, a host of painters, founders of the 20th-century schools, flocked to Saint-Paul: Matisse, Soutine, Chagall, Renoir, Sign
Michelin rated restaurant with many original Impressionist paintings. 15 minutes http://www.frommers.com/destinations/st-paul-de-vence/D42350.html
15 minutes from the property, the Maeght Foundation is an exceptional site that contains one of the most important collections in Europe, with paintings, sculptures; drawings and graphic works from th
Chapel Designed by Matisse in the town where he lived during the later years of his life. http://www.vence.fr/-Matisse-Chapel-.html
Distinctive handblown glass in the artisanal tradition. Take the factory tour and buy in the showroom.
Owner's Map of Tourrettes-sur-Loup
I grew up in New York City and have worked in many places including the Caribbean, Washington, DC, Monaco, London, and Paris. My professional field is telecom/IT. My business life is hectic with lots of travel but I get back to this house to rejuvenate as often as I can.
Property Photos
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- View of Main House - Tourrettes-sur-Loup Vacation Home with Wi-Fi & Private Pool; Close to Town
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- View of Garden, Pool and Pool House From Main House - Tourrettes-sur-Loup Vacation Home with Wi-Fi & Private Pool; Close to Town
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- Pool with Southern Exposure - Tourrettes-sur-Loup Vacation Home with Wi-Fi & Private Pool; Close to Town
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- Happy Days
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- Petanque Court
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- Olive Trees in Terraced Garden
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- Fountain
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- Outdoor Terrace
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- Outdoor Night Dining on the Terrace
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- Kitchen with Doors to Outdoor Terrace
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- TV/Living Space- Extra Mattress
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- Piano
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- Main Bedroom
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- Pool House Bedroom
Traveler Reviews (9)
Charming hideaway perched above the cote d'azure
Guest: Monica
(Delray Beach, FL, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/27/10
Review Submitted: 09/16/10
This delightful country villa is a treat for the senses. I don't know what I loved more... the orchard of fruit trees, the beautiful lap pool, the terrace for alfresco dining, fresh lavendar and rosemary everywhere, the views of neighboring hill towns, or the comfort of my bed and bathroom. Being a painter I was fascinated with how the house changed color over the course of a day. I could have happily never left the property. There is so much to see in an around Tourrettes sur Loup we did go out daily but always returned in time to cook a wonderful meal that we enjoyed on the terrace. The local produce was amazing. All in all, the location of the villa is ideal for exploring the region. I'm already dreaming of returning next year.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Guest: Martin13
(Geneva, Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 11/25/09
Review Submitted: 11/25/09
I've stayed in this villa twice and had a relaxing time both times. Warm sun shine, large pool, ancient olive trees, comfortable beds in naturally cool rooms, and nearby great places to eat if you want a change from the villa's relaxing enclosed bbq area. Even tried my hand at playing the piano. Definitely a place to stay.
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Guest: HPK1
(Bavaria)
Date of Stay: 11/13/09
Review Submitted: 11/13/09
Spent a beautiful time in the house, visiting a number of pleasant ancient places around the location. It was great being in a place which is both close to where life pulses and nevertheless being in a calm and enjoyable environment. We'll come back! HPK
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Guest: Bruno d'Avanzo
(London)
Date of Stay: 11/11/09
Review Submitted: 11/11/09
I have stayed at this charming house more than once. Apart from being a very confortable house, it has a special atmosphere, with the feeling of a home set in the middle of the country side...and yet so many wonderful locations are nearby.
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Guest: Richard40
(Belfast, N Ireland)
Date of Stay: 11/10/09
Review Submitted: 11/10/09
I have been very fortunate to have stayed at this fine house on several occasions at various times of the year. The owner took great care in selecting the lovely location and property - and then took great care in restoring and decorating the house to a very high standard, as well as adding a fine, separate pool house. It is a great place to relax, recharge batteries, use as a base for exploring this wonderful region, or to use as a retreat for creative endeavours. Oh...and kids love the pool, the barbecue, the 'boules', and the loads of fun activities around Nice, Monaco and NW Italy.
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Guest: Joseph6
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 11/09/09
Review Submitted: 11/09/09
My family and I stayed here for a week this past summer and it was the most amazing vacation we have ever gone on. The property itself is fantastic. We could have spent the week enjoying the house, the pool, and the game alone, but we were able to day trips to Cannes, Italy and Monaco. The house is in a wonderful locations conducive to easy travel. I will return soon.
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Guest: Elizabeth58
(NY, NY USA)
Date of Stay: 11/08/09
Review Submitted: 11/08/09
My children and I had a magical vacation in this magnificent home. I felt as if someone had dropped us in an advertisement for a fantasy vacation in Provence. Besides having all the comforts of home and then some, the location cannot be beat. We were able to easily get around to visit Nice, Monte Carlo, San Remo, Italy, Cannes, and of course the beautiful, charming, and historical town of Tourrettes Sur Loup itself. Don't miss the temptingly delicious offerings in the local patisseries and restaurants. After exploring the surroundings, it's wonderful to come home to the beautiful yard and warm pool, snip herbs from the garden to add spice to your al fresco dining experience, and top off your meal with tea brewed from freshly picked verbena leaves growing next to the rosemary bushes. Once you visit this impeccably maintained home once, you will want to return year after year.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/08/09
Review Submitted: 11/08/09
I have stayed in this great place several times. The location is ideal as it is close to Nice airport - 40 minutes and easy to find. It is well located for seeing Cannes, Nice and Monaco and a lot more. Each time I go, I find more to enjoy. WR
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Guest: Melissa Alt
(Los Angeles,Ca.)
Date of Stay: 11/02/09
Review Submitted: 11/02/09
September in the South of France, conjures all sorts of memories for me. I was fortunate to spend my introductory visit to this region at this lovely home, perfectly located to provide a dizzying array of impressions - sitting at the patio table with friends, sharing local wines, conversation, and great meals, looking out over the mountains with small medieval towns in the distance, walking the country lanes - "Bonjour, Madame", visiting nearby museums and returning back for a leisurely swim. I highly recommend this home, and hope your vacation creates your own set of unforgetable memories.
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