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Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace

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A coastal town with a beach, boats, and buildings on a hillside.
A modern living room with a large mirror, a wooden console table, and a view of the city.
A marina with multiple sailboats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a sofa, and a dining table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a vase of flowers, and a dining area with chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Chapelle de St-Pierre
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Villefranche Sur Mer, Hauts-de-France
  • Place, Place de la Paix
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marinières Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Nice
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace

Only a 10–12 minute walk from the charming old town of Villefranche-sur-Mer, this luxurious penthouse apartment is located in a beautiful and peaceful residence.

The apartment was fully renovated to a very high standard in 2015 under the direction of a Scandinavian interior architect, combining elegance, comfort, and timeless design.

The spacious terraces, with a total area of 36 m², offer stunning panoramic views over the Bay of Villefranche, Cap Ferrat, and towards Beaulieu-sur-Mer. The apartment enjoys sunshine from morning until late afternoon, and all rooms have direct access to their own terrace.

Several parking spaces are available within the residence.

The apartment features two spacious and comfortable bedrooms. The master bedroom can be arranged either with two single beds or as one double bed, and also has a private en-suite bathroom. An additional foldable bed can be added if needed for a fifth guest.

The second bedroom features a comfortable double bed as well as its own shower and sink.

For families travelling with small children, a baby cot and high chair are also available.

The apartment is equipped with TV, WiFi, and everything needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare delicious meals at home.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Pets are allowed only by appointment
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On terraces and balcony

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 06159030310SB
Property # 10009287
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Villefranche-sur-Mer

Located in Villefranche-sur-Mer, this apartment is in the city centre and near the beach. Port of Nice and Monaco Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Promenade des Anglais and CAP 3000 Shopping Center. 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 mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Villefranche Sur Mer, Hauts-de-France

What's nearby

  • Place de la Paix - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chapelle de St-Pierre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marinières Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Port of Nice - 8 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Castle Hill - 9 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Garibaldi Tram Station - 5 min drive
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer Station - 18 min walk
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Good Mood Café - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Espuma - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Alma Goût Méditerranée - Villefranche - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Spalato - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Achill's by Bubbles - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning renovated penthouse apartment with panoramic seaview and big terrace located?

Located in the heart of Villefranche-sur-Mer, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Chapelle de St-Pierre and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Promenade des Anglais. Marinières Beach and Villa Nellcote are also within 2 miles (3 km). Saint Roch Tram Station is 23 minutes by foot and Saint Jean d'Angely Universite Tram Station is 24 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect location to enjoy the French Riviera! Breathtaking views, wonderful beaches and coastal cities all within reach. The gated complex was private, quiet and the residences were very kind. We had a hard time leaving the home and made most dinners at home because the view is exceptional- better than any restaurant in the area. Simple amenities for beach fun and baby care are available. We appreciate that the host restocked the toilet paper and provided paper towels for us during our 4 day stay. We plan to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Kathy. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the apartment, the stunning views, and everything that Villefranche and the French Riviera have to offer. It's especially nice to know that you enjoyed spending your evenings on the terrace – we agree that the view is something truly special. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. You are always very welcome back, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the most beautiful apartment in a stunning setting. Well appointed, fresh and clean. Great bedding and a very kind and helpful host
The great views from the south and east facing balcony
Such a stunning fresh and modern room
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment with fantastic views.

Check in was great views fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2022
Thank you Katrina. It was a pleasure to rent our apartment to you. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views!

Nice newly renovated apartment with a good amount of space and an incredible view out over the bay. Has everything you need to be comfortable and self cater as well. A good spot to explore Nice and the surrounding area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great alternative to Nice

Fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you Sylvie for taking good care of our apartment. It was a pleassure to rent our apartment to you. You are vey welcome to visit us again anytime in the future. Best regards Jon Gisle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO stay yet

This penthouse is stunning. So spacious, clean and the views are incredible. It felt so much like home though that we hardly every wanted to leave it and go for drives around.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2024
It was a pleasure to rent our apartment to you and glad to hear that you had a wonderful holiday. Thank you for taking good care of our home and welcome back anytime in the future
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views, wouldn’t recommend it for people who are not fit or don’t have a car.

Fabulous
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2022
Thank you for your review. The apartment building have a elevator. Villefranche is located in a hill and not on flat grounds. As there are restaurants and shops 5 min. walk from the apartment most of our guests tell us that a car is not necessary. If you want to explore nearby towns and cities it can of course be useful with a car. Furthermore there are bus stops within 5 min. walk both to Nice and surrounding towns.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blair

Brilliant property with fantastic views. Close to restaurants but steep climb on way home. Good taxi service though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

So perfect it made all the subsequent hotel stays a bit lacking. Nicely appointed and very comfortable and really appreciated the gated entrance. But my favorite features are the wraparound deck and the master suite with blackout shades. We hope to come back very soon. Thank you for sharing your beautiful space!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great view, a bunch of problems

Great view and very sleek decor. However many things are disappointing in terms of actually staying there. Nobody to meet us at the appart, no explanations of how things work, many things did not work. Owner needs to fix the problems and then it would probably be a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your honest feedback. I do apologize for the problems you had during check in which we will take care about for furture guests and apologize that you had to experience the key handover process a little complicated. You wrote me a long list after your stay with things that didn`t work and lack of instructions. Me and my family arrived the same day you departerd and I can`t see how some of the things didn`t work for you. F.ex. Remorte control to the gate is working very well. (We tested the one you were given) There is two buttons on it. One for open and one for closing the gate. There are a written form in the apartment with instructions for most of the inventory including the wifi code. You also mentioned 4 wine glasses only, but I found 9 at the kitchen when I arrived the same day you left. I also informed you before arrival that I would be available if there should be anything you would need during your stay. It is strange for me that I didn`t hear anything during your 3 nights of stay. I am humble for our guests feedback as we allways try to make our apartment a great stay for our guests, but I really don`t see how you could describe that some of the things in the apartment doesn`t work as they work perfectly fine. when we came
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view. Second bedroom very small and tiny bathroom. Main bedroom and en-suite has no towel rail. Towels smelled as previous guests could not dry them. Smell would not come out despite washing them twice. Sink would not drain. No food or drink of any kind for welcome pack. Washing machine and tumble dryer a good facility but no clothes airer to dry them if you don’t want them to shrink in the tumble dryer. Caretaker on site was friendly and helpful and manager also good with quick responses.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Aussicht in ruhiger Umgebung

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt genossen. Die Aussicht ist wunderbar und die Wohnung ist geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Die Umgebung ist ruhig und lädt zum entspannen ein. Wir haben uns auch sehr darüber gefreut unseren kleinen Hund mitnehmen zu dürfen. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thank you Dominik. It was a pleasure to rent our apartment to you and you are very welcome back anytime you would like
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary views in a perfect apartment on the French Rivera

My husband & I spend a wonderful holiday here! I literally gasped when I saw the view upon entering! It is BREATHTAKING! The apartment is an absolutely lovely, private, quiet and secure building. The wraparound balcony is amazing. The variety of outdoor furniture (dinner table/chairs, outdoor couch, chairs) was a treat! The apartment itself is absolutely beautiful, extraordinarily clean and VERY tastefully decorated with excellent storage for clothes/personal items. Perfect! The kitchen is very well appointed. The bed was very comfortable. I wanted to stay FOREVER! Easy and secure parking too- also a wonderful amenity. Both the owner and the local agent, Marie-Laure were extremely helpful and promptly responsive. Just wonderful! We cannot wait to book our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern apartment with dream view

We had perfect vacation in beautiful location! The apartment is very well equipped, modern appliances; there is balcony all around to profit from gorgeous view - it is in reality even better than shown in the pictures! Communication with host was super easy, we hope to come back in the future:)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Très belle situation, bel appartement.

Arrivée gâchée : personne sur place pour l’accueil, il fallait aller chercher la clé soi même sur un autre lieu! Les lits n’étaient pas faits, literie sale sur le sol , machine à laver pas vidée et le ménage n’était pas fait . La situation a été rectifiée le lendemain par Anna et son compagnon qui ont fait le ménage à fond. Nous avons eu un contact avec l’hôte de cet appartement qui était à notre écoute, néanmoins l’arrivée gâchée et les faits cités plus hauts , ne correspondent absolument pas au standing de cet appartement .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2021
I truly apologize for the situation when you arrived. It is not acceptable for us as owners that guests arrive to our apartment and it is not properly cleaned. After your stay we decided to work with another company that will handle the concierge and property management of our apartment as the previous company were not offering services up to our standards. If you would like to visit us again you are very welcome and I can guarantee that our apartment will be in perfect condition. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I mean... the view!

The view at this property is unbelievable, and we honestly gasped every time we walked in again after being out. We spent all our time on the terrace. If you go, I'd recommend taking binoculars to check out the constant stream of yacht traffic into the harbor. My husband got an app (marine traffic) that allowed him to identify the ships and all the information about the size, fittings, etc. He LOVED this. Villefranche is lovely and is just around the corner (literally) from Nice. We rented a car and there is great gated parking for this building. The owner was very easy to communicate with and the apartment was comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stunning views and a nice apartment

The views from this property are stunning. The balcony is big and gets both sunrise and sunset views. The apartment is spacious and modern with good air conditioning. The communication with the owner was very good - he responded quickly and was always friendly. Once the booking was made and it was up to his local hosts, the communication was poor. Basically, it was up to me to contact them to ask about arrival details and in response, I was texted a googlemap! At the airport, still no information on check in had been given, so I texted again. Was asked what time I was arriving even though I'd already texted that information days previously. Once we arrived, we found there were locked gates to the complex. We worked out how to call the apartment. No answer. Waited in the boiling heat. Eventually a neighbour buzzed us through the gate. Then the door to block was also locked. Rang. No answer. After several minutes the cleaner came down - very smiley but spoke neither French nor English. She managed to give us the basics via google-translate on her phone but I couldn't ask her questions like where the nearest supermarket was or where to leave the keys on departure. No information in the apartment on the locality - bakeries, supermarkets etc. Just not what you need to start your holiday. The apartment itself is pretty much as the photos, although the balcony had a lot of 'stuff' on it that shouldn't have been there - washing horses, high chairs, buckets, mops etc. It is a fair way from anything - a car would be good, or a great love of many, many steps. Basically, if you are planning to chill on the balcony, it's ideal. If you want to get anywhere else, either a car or investigate the bus routes as the steps did get a bit wearisome, even for fit folk like us. On the final day, the cleaner just let herself into the apartment way before check out time which I thought was unacceptable as we'd been told to leave the keys in a box in the hallway so she knew we were still inside. In summary, unbeatable views, nice apartment, but givne how expensive it was, I expected better service.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2021
Thank you for your honest feedback. I am glad that you enjoyed our apartment. I truly apologize for the lack of service. This is not the way it should be. I can promise you that I will take action on this and make sure it doesn`t happen again as we strives to make the stay in our apartment a positive experience from time of arrival to departure. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful view, lovely apartment, great location but rent a car unless you are fit!

I stayed here with my wife and 16 year old. The first thing to note is the fantastic panoramic view and wonderful outdoor balcony space. What a joy to wake up every day to it. We loved spending time in this place. The hosts are super - both owner and his agents. Very responsive and friendly. The apartment itself is nicely decorated and generally very well equipped including electronic shutters and very good AC. If peace is desirable then this is perfect for you. The locale is a safe quiet neighborhood but not so far from the bustle of the lovely and lively Villefranche port area. It is very hilly, even the short walk to the local village Boulanger involves a workout. The location is also away from the bustle of Nice. But not so far that you can't get food delivery with all the options of the city from certain branded services (which I’m not allowed to specifically mention). The place is perfectly situated just below the Moyen Corniche with easy access to explore the Grande and the Bas also. It is also just 10 min drive to the lovely little town of Beaulieu which has some nice shops and beach resorts. If you have a car avoid the local supermarket and head to the Intermarché about 2km further along the same road towards Monaco (part of the Moyen Corniche) - far better quality, more selection and easier parking. I strongly recommend a rental car - it’s quite the climb from Villefranche, the local bus service is not very reliable and taxis cost €15 each way. We started our stay without a car but after 2 days negotiating steep crumbling steps in the intense heat we changed this - a small automatic is best to avoid constant changing gears on switchbacks. I am giving 5 stars after providing direct feedback to the owner on some minor improvements which he has committed to making. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastisk leilighet, passer perfekt til to par.

Hadde 4 fantastiske dager, med tur til Monaco som tok 20 minutter med tog og tur til Cannes 50 minutter med tog, fikk vi sett mye samtidig som vi kunne kose oss med resturant besøk på kvelden i Villa france med god mat og fin stemning.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful stay in South of France

Highly recommend. The apartment was well-stocked, very clean, and comfortable. There is ample parking in the private lot associated with the building. A small grocery (Casino) is nearby and walkable within 5-7 minutes. At night it was very quiet and the French style of shades (blackout) worked well. The view is amazing! It's even better than what is shown in the photos. We spent many hours sitting outside on the balcony, even in the slightly chilly March weather. The property manager was extremely responsive and helped us with every question we had. She also gave us great insider tips about things to do and places to go in the area. We'd definitely stay there again next time we visit the Nice area!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect modern apartment with lovely view

We recently rented this beautiful apartment. It was very modern and has a terrific view. The view itself is worth renting it. You must experience it to understand what I mean. We are looking forward to our next stay in in the near future. Hope it will be soon....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jon Gisle Johannessen

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I am living in the city of Bergen, Norway. We purchased the apartment in 2010. We love to spend as much time as possible in Villefranche and hope that our guests will love the apartment and location as we do

Why they chose this property

Unique location with a 270 degree panoramic view. The apartment itself was renovated in 2015 to a vey high standard. Living room are and the two bedrooms have their own terrace.
The big windows from floor to top offers a lot of natural daylight.

What makes this property unique

Luxurious interior, comfortable beds and an amazing view makes this property unique.

Languages:

English, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish

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