My wife and I loved our stay in this charming property in Antibes. The house is located in a beautiful flower lined pedestrian only laneway in the best part of Antibes--close to everything, but still private and quiet. The provincial market is about 200 metres away, as are patisseries, a small supermarket and a wide range of restaurants. Sandy beaches are a close walk away in both directions from the house, the station is about 20 minutes. On the other hand, the location is totally private, and you can lock yourself away in your own little world if you wish.
Several features set the property apart. Firstly, it feels like a home, not just a house. It is decorated with a wide range of interesting art pieces by the antique shop owning Veronique, which make it quirky and interesting. Secondly, it is equipped with absolutely everything you could possibly need to make your stay enjoyable--the kitchen is very well equipped with all utensils and many basic cooking suuplies, every imaginable cleaning product is available in the bathroom, and the bbq equipped balcony even has its own supply of crookery, cutlery and cook ware. The two roof terraces are outstanding--beautiful views, room to stretch out on sun lounges, and sun shades to regulate your tanning.
This raises the next feature--the owners are not resting on their laurels, but are continuing to improve the property. The sun shade on the top terrace was automated whilst we were there, plus a new phone connection was being installed.
All checkin and checkout processes were simple and efficient--the welcoming fruit and wine was a lovely touch.
Antibes itself is an outstanding base on the French Riviera, linked by very regular trains to Nice and Cannes and all the other attractions of the coast, with easy connections also to the hill villages.Antibes combines the charm and history of the old walled village with the services of a modern town--with its sandy beaches and some excellent restaurants it would be easy to just stay here and not even venture outside to the surrounding towns.
You have probably gathered we loved this house and we had a great time in Antibes--we would be back in a flash if we could. Thank you Veronique and Valerie for letting us share your lovely place.
