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Panoramic seaview terrace overlooking Villefranche/Mer Old Town 10min walk Beach
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4780 sq ft
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Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
- Place, Place de la Paix1 min walk
- Place, Les Musées de La Citadelle2 min walk
- Place, Chapelle de St-Pierre3 min walk
- Airport, Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Double bedroom
2 Single Beds
En-suite Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
En-suite Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
General bathroom.
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Panoramic seaview terrace overlooking Villefranche/Mer Old Town 10min walk Beach
Our Cote d’Azur holiday apart/condo, 'Eclat de Couleur', is situated in the pretty fishing village of Villefranche-Sur-Mer, 7km to Nice or Monaco. The outstanding feature of the apartment is the brilliance of colour 'Eclat de Couleur' of the Bay of Villefranche which opens up before you as you enter the lounge and terrace.
The lounge is spacious (194 sq ft ), bright with high ceilings. It opens onto the south east facing terrace (118 sq ft ) through fully retracting glazed doors, giving panoramic 260 degree views of the renowned Bay of Villefranche and Cap Ferat.
The master bedroom with double Queen size bed and spacious wardrobe (amoire) has an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom with twin beds, a large wardrobe with full length mirror uses the adjoining bathroom with stall shower. The kitchen is in an alcove off the lounge.
The apartment is furnished with modern furniture and a modern electric kitchen with full facilities for self catering for four people including a microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and full size fridge. Ceramic tiled floors through-out for easy maintenance.
The lounge and bedrooms are fitted with reversible air conditioning. There is electric storage heating in the lounge for winter evenings and a heated towel rail in the ensuite. TV channels include French and English speaking channels and Netflix.. The TV is connected to a DVD / CD player with a selection of DVD's, CD's, books and board games.
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Excellent location on Ave General Gallieni, this apartment is a 5 minute walk to restaurants, cafes/bars, shops, including two bakeries, a mini market, greengrocer, ATM's, bus stop and two car parks. There is a twice weekly produce market a 10 minute walk away. It is a ten-minute walk to the sandy beach and rail station. Nice is a 15 minute bus ride, Monaco 15 minutes and Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport is 30 minutes (7 miles) depending on traffic. By rail you can visit Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Menton and the markets in Ventimiglia and San Remo (Italy). A car is not necessary, though if you are driving, there is a carpark within 3 minutes of the apartment, plus several others within Villefranche.
For further information, check https://provence-alpes-cotedazur.com/en/plan-your-stay/useful-information/all-practical-services/parking-de-la-poste-villefranche-sur-mer-en-3982114/
MASTER BEDROOM
The master bedroom features a large queen size bed 60in (150cm) wide, with bedside tables and reading lamps. The firm mattress is very comfortable and comes with fresh linen and two pillows per person. A large fitted wardrobe (amoire) with shelves provides adequate storage for clothes and is fronted by a full-length mirror. The ensuite bathroom features a bath with full-sized stand up shower (glass screen), a bidet, toilet and a well-lit vanity unit and is supplied with a double set of towels, and heated towel rail and hair dryer.
GUEST BEDROOM
The guest bedroom features two single beds 35 in (90 cm) wide, with individual reading lamps and a shared bedside cabinet. The mattresses are firm and comfortable and come with fresh linen and two pillows per person. This bedroom also features a large fitted wardrobe with shelves, which provides adequate storage for clothes and is fronted by a full-length mirror. The guests have the use of a separate bathroom with spacious stall shower, toilet and bright vanity unit and are supplied with a double set of towels.
LIVING AREA & TERRACE
The lounge is spacious (360 sq ft), bright and airy with high ceilings and opens onto the south east facing terrace (120 sq ft) through fully retracting glazed doors, giving commanding 270 degree views of the renowned Bay and sun until 4.00 pm. The lounge is comfortably furnished with a leather sofa, a sprung arm chair, a tub armchair, a circular dining table and wicker chairs for four. The terrace is private. It is spacious and south east facing and catches the sun until late afternoon. It is furnished with 4 garden chairs and table, two sun loungers and is fitted with a retractable sunshade.
KITCHEN
The fully furnished kitchen features a large refrigerator with ice compartment, a quiet dishwasher, a washing machine, a self-cleaning oven, a four ring ceramic hob and a separate microwave. It is supplied with new cooking utensils and place settings for six people. It also features a coffee maker, toaster and a stock of basic cooking needs such as tea coffee and spices.
SPECIAL FEATURES
* Central location close to shops, restaurants, bus stop and beach.
* The terrace is private with a fabulous view of view the bay which is ideal for sun bathing and al-fresco dining.
* 9 ft ceilings throughout give a spacious and cool atmosphere.
* Air conditioning in all rooms and electric heaters in lounge and electric towel rail in the ensuite bathroom.
* All electric kitchen with marble work-top.
* Bright, wide entrance hall and gradual well lit stairs with a firm hand-rail for easy and safe access.
* Free Wi-Fi
* Local manager (English speaking) to welcome and help guests during normal hours.
Late check-in (after 8.00pm) will incur an extra charge of €50.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A CLEANING FEE OF €120 PAYABLE IN CASH UPON ARRIVAL AT THE PROPERTY.
The lounge is spacious (194 sq ft ), bright with high ceilings. It opens onto the south east facing terrace (118 sq ft ) through fully retracting glazed doors, giving panoramic 260 degree views of the renowned Bay of Villefranche and Cap Ferat.
The master bedroom with double Queen size bed and spacious wardrobe (amoire) has an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom with twin beds, a large wardrobe with full length mirror uses the adjoining bathroom with stall shower. The kitchen is in an alcove off the lounge.
The apartment is furnished with modern furniture and a modern electric kitchen with full facilities for self catering for four people including a microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and full size fridge. Ceramic tiled floors through-out for easy maintenance.
The lounge and bedrooms are fitted with reversible air conditioning. There is electric storage heating in the lounge for winter evenings and a heated towel rail in the ensuite. TV channels include French and English speaking channels and Netflix.. The TV is connected to a DVD / CD player with a selection of DVD's, CD's, books and board games.
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
Excellent location on Ave General Gallieni, this apartment is a 5 minute walk to restaurants, cafes/bars, shops, including two bakeries, a mini market, greengrocer, ATM's, bus stop and two car parks. There is a twice weekly produce market a 10 minute walk away. It is a ten-minute walk to the sandy beach and rail station. Nice is a 15 minute bus ride, Monaco 15 minutes and Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport is 30 minutes (7 miles) depending on traffic. By rail you can visit Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Menton and the markets in Ventimiglia and San Remo (Italy). A car is not necessary, though if you are driving, there is a carpark within 3 minutes of the apartment, plus several others within Villefranche.
For further information, check https://provence-alpes-cotedazur.com/en/plan-your-stay/useful-information/all-practical-services/parking-de-la-poste-villefranche-sur-mer-en-3982114/
MASTER BEDROOM
The master bedroom features a large queen size bed 60in (150cm) wide, with bedside tables and reading lamps. The firm mattress is very comfortable and comes with fresh linen and two pillows per person. A large fitted wardrobe (amoire) with shelves provides adequate storage for clothes and is fronted by a full-length mirror. The ensuite bathroom features a bath with full-sized stand up shower (glass screen), a bidet, toilet and a well-lit vanity unit and is supplied with a double set of towels, and heated towel rail and hair dryer.
GUEST BEDROOM
The guest bedroom features two single beds 35 in (90 cm) wide, with individual reading lamps and a shared bedside cabinet. The mattresses are firm and comfortable and come with fresh linen and two pillows per person. This bedroom also features a large fitted wardrobe with shelves, which provides adequate storage for clothes and is fronted by a full-length mirror. The guests have the use of a separate bathroom with spacious stall shower, toilet and bright vanity unit and are supplied with a double set of towels.
LIVING AREA & TERRACE
The lounge is spacious (360 sq ft), bright and airy with high ceilings and opens onto the south east facing terrace (120 sq ft) through fully retracting glazed doors, giving commanding 270 degree views of the renowned Bay and sun until 4.00 pm. The lounge is comfortably furnished with a leather sofa, a sprung arm chair, a tub armchair, a circular dining table and wicker chairs for four. The terrace is private. It is spacious and south east facing and catches the sun until late afternoon. It is furnished with 4 garden chairs and table, two sun loungers and is fitted with a retractable sunshade.
KITCHEN
The fully furnished kitchen features a large refrigerator with ice compartment, a quiet dishwasher, a washing machine, a self-cleaning oven, a four ring ceramic hob and a separate microwave. It is supplied with new cooking utensils and place settings for six people. It also features a coffee maker, toaster and a stock of basic cooking needs such as tea coffee and spices.
SPECIAL FEATURES
* Central location close to shops, restaurants, bus stop and beach.
* The terrace is private with a fabulous view of view the bay which is ideal for sun bathing and al-fresco dining.
* 9 ft ceilings throughout give a spacious and cool atmosphere.
* Air conditioning in all rooms and electric heaters in lounge and electric towel rail in the ensuite bathroom.
* All electric kitchen with marble work-top.
* Bright, wide entrance hall and gradual well lit stairs with a firm hand-rail for easy and safe access.
* Free Wi-Fi
* Local manager (English speaking) to welcome and help guests during normal hours.
Late check-in (after 8.00pm) will incur an extra charge of €50.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS A CLEANING FEE OF €120 PAYABLE IN CASH UPON ARRIVAL AT THE PROPERTY.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Sea view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 0615900001325
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Located in Old Town, a neighbourhood in Villefranche-sur-Mer, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Casino Monte Carlo and Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Nice and Monaco Harbour. Jean Bouin Sport Palace and Jardin Exotique d’Èze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing.

Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
What's nearby
- Place de la Paix - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Les Musées de La Citadelle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Chapelle de St-Pierre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Marinières Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Port of Nice - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Alma Goût Méditerranée - Villefranche - 7 min walk
- The Good Mood Café - 7 min walk
- Espuma - 9 min walk
- Wine Pier - 6 min walk
- Achill's by Bubbles - 6 min walk
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9.8
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Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
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Reviews
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
David M.
12 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon
24 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shannon
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ronald S.
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Villafranchr
Ronald S.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
John H.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villefranche-sur-Mer
John H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenny G.
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villefranche-sur-Mer holiday
Jenny G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Nancy R.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Nancy R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Gail W.
19 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa St Remy
Gail W.
Stayed 33 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynne J.
27 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, well located, lovely view
Lynne J.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve R.
14 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Steve R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Sarah B.
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful Holiday
Sarah B.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard T.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tate at VilleFranche
Richard T.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fraser D.
21 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
Fraser D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
James R.
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and fabulous apartment
James R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ola F.
17 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I could stay longer
Ola F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Richard T., Island Park, Idaho USA
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villefranche stay
Richard T.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth P.
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect introduction to the south of France.
Elizabeth P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Fiona G.
28 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view from balcony
Fiona G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Marc C., Montreal
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy
Marc C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Philip H.
30 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view over bay
Philip H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sherri J., Minneapolis
10 Mar 2015
The perfect apartment for enjoying the Cote d' Azur
Sherri J.
10/10 Excellent
Joie P.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villefranche sur mer delight
Joie P.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sherri J., Minneapolis
13 Mar 2016
The Perfect Location to Enjoy The Côte D'Azur
Sherri J.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Paul C.
5 Jun 2012
A fabulous place for a vacation
Paul C.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place!
Verified traveller
Stayed 27 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Eamon
Eileen and I live in Ireland, north of Dublin. As we are in our mid seventies, retired and our family grown-up we lead a less stressful life and enjoy hill walking and travel. We visit Villefranche three to four times a year thanks to Ryan Air!!! We have always loved holidaying in France, having taken many 'gite' holidays with the children. We love their food, their life style, the brightness / light of the South of France and particularly the friendliness of the Nicoise.
Why they chose this property
In 2005 we were fortunate in buying 'Eclat de Couleur'. We chose this apartment because of its wonderful Sea View Terrace and its location being close to restaurants, shops and bus stops in the Old Town of Villefranche and being on the Cote d'Azur. It is bright and airy. The terrace is a wonderful sun trap with the enchanting colours of the Bay, the Terracotta of the Old Town roofs against the pine forests of the Cap Ferrat. It has an excellent location being a five minute walk to the shops, restaurants and bus stop and ten minutes to the sandy beach. A bus every fifteen minutes to Nice or Monaco at 2€ per trip gives you excellent opportunities for day trips.
What makes this property unique
What attracted us to this apartment:- the proximity of a sandy south facing beach, The private south eastern facing balcony with the vibrant view of Villefranche Bay and an excellent location being 10 mins from Nice. It allows us to holiday without a car, choosing instead public transport for day trips along the coast or inland exploring the valleys of Maritime Provence. Buses are cheap, clean and frequent.
The apartment is a great base for day-trips. Popular trips are Monaco, Nice for shopping, art galleries, Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town and Flower Market. Further afield there is St Paul de Vence for art, Cannes and its Croisette, Ventimiglia and San Remo (Italy) for their market
A walk to Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild for its villa, formal gardens and fountains, not forgetting a coffee and a choice of the best gateaux on the Cote d'Azur is always worthwhile.
Being avid hill walkers we love to head off on the bus up to the hills behind Nice, La Turbie or Menton.
On Summer evenings another favorite is to grab the swimming gear, pick up a bottle of wine and pizza and head for the beach and enjoy the setting sun over Mont Albion and the waves lapping the sea shore.
During the Winter season we have enjoyed classical concerts and an opera from the varied programs in Nice, Monaco and Cannes.
The apartment is a great base for day-trips. Popular trips are Monaco, Nice for shopping, art galleries, Promenade des Anglais, the Old Town and Flower Market. Further afield there is St Paul de Vence for art, Cannes and its Croisette, Ventimiglia and San Remo (Italy) for their market
A walk to Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild for its villa, formal gardens and fountains, not forgetting a coffee and a choice of the best gateaux on the Cote d'Azur is always worthwhile.
Being avid hill walkers we love to head off on the bus up to the hills behind Nice, La Turbie or Menton.
On Summer evenings another favorite is to grab the swimming gear, pick up a bottle of wine and pizza and head for the beach and enjoy the setting sun over Mont Albion and the waves lapping the sea shore.
During the Winter season we have enjoyed classical concerts and an opera from the varied programs in Nice, Monaco and Cannes.
Languages:
English, French
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