Villa Saint-Veran

Villa Saint-Veran is an old aristocratic villa, which was once an olive farm, before being converted into a residential villa in the 18th century. After being in the family for the past 100 years, it has been brought back to life in a recent refurbishment, which lasted two years, giving it back its original character and elegance, whilst providing modern comforts. This impressive villa sits in a private and quiet area on a hilltop, on the edge of a village with its medieval castle, and offers panoramic views of the Saint-Veran Forest, the Alps and the sea. Within walking distance through country lanes is old Villeneuve-Loubet, a charming and typical Provencal village between Monaco and Nice, overlooking the hills of Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Grasse, and boasting nearly 4 km of coastline. Guests can stroll down for morning coffee and bread or a meal in one of the restaurants. A little further is seaside Villeneuve-Loubet, with its lively centre and beach. Villa Saint-Veran is surrounded by two hectares of lush Mediterranean parkland and landscaped gardens, featuring numerous terraces, centennial olive trees and cypresses, eucalyptus, palm trees and oleanders leading up to a woodland. Indoors high ceilings, French doors, fireplaces and terracotta floors sit alongside state-of-the-art air-conditioning and fully renovated bathrooms and kitchen. The Côte d’Azur in its all its glory is on the doorstep; 15 minutes from Nice Airport, 30 minutes from the sea, 5 minutes from Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Cannes, Monaco and Grasse all under half an hour away. Features: Villa Interior Ground Floor - Large entrance - Hallway - Newly refurbished, fully equipped and functional kitchen (2 dishwashers, large American fridge, gas hob, microwave, oven, dining area, coffee machine, toaster) - Large open plan living and dining room with high ceilings, decorative fireplace, 5 large windows and French doors opening onto a lovely balcony offering a view on the park, the woods and the sea in the distance, 3.5m dining table seating up to 14 people. - Bedroom 1 with 2 single beds or one 1.6m king-size bed with its own old-fashioned bathroom with WC and a cast iron bath tub. - Bedroom 2 with 1.6m king-size four-poster bed, TV, en-suite bathroom with WC, Italian shower and a stunning view on the garden from the bath tub. The room is very bright, spacious and has French doors opening onto a small private terrace with view on the park - Bedroom 3 with 2 single beds or one 1.8m super king-size bed, TV, en-suite bathroom with WC and Italian shower - Bedroom 4 with 1.6m king-size bed, TV en-suite bathroom with WC, double sink and Italian shower. The room has French doors opening directly on the North-West terrace. - Separate WC - Laundry room with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board First Floor (ideal for a family seeking privacy) - Bedroom 5 with a bunk bed for kids  - Bedroom 6 with a 1.6m 4 poster-bed, TV, en-suite old fashioned bathroom with standalone cast iron bath tub and WC. The room has French doors leading out to a fantastic private rooftop terrace with a view on the sea and the distant Alps mountains Lower Ground Floor - Bedroom 7 with 2 single beds (or 1.8m double bed), TV, en-suite bathroom with shower and WC Outside Grounds - Private swimming pool (shape: rectangular/size: 13x6m/depth: 2.21m) with alarm system - Pool house with large fridge and dining terrace - Poolside terrace - Garden - Barbecue - Outdoor living room - Outdoor dining area - Covered terrace - Patio - Park - Off road parking Facilities - Wi-Fi - Heating - A/C in bedrooms and living-dining room - TV - Hairdryer Location: Villa Saint-Veran is strategically situated between Nice and Cannes, in the outskirts of Villeneuve-Loubet village. A 15-mins stroll downhill via country lanes takes you to this traditional village dotted with little flowered streets, where you can find a bakery, butcher, grocery store, bar and restaurants. From the hillside of the house, you can also enjoy a 1.5km long walk (approximately 30 minutes) bordering the banks of the Loup River and crossing the lush Mediterranean forest of the Saint Veran hill, leading all the way to the beach at seaside Villeneuve-Loubet. Furthermore, this is also a family friendly destination with two theme parks and recreational areas offering countless possibilities for a variety of outdoor activities and water sports. The well-known Shopping Promenade is just a 15-minute walk away: it is the first open air shopping center in Europe with countless shops, restaurants, bars, cinema and casino. The closest town is Cagnes-sur-mer. The characteristic Provençal villages of the Pays Vençois are very close by as are the Gorges du Loup, the waterfalls in Courmes, Demoiselles and Saut du Loupe and the Baou de Saint-Jeannet (807 m) mountain overlooking the coast of the Cote d’Azur, ideal for climbing lovers. The bustling towns of Vence and St-Paul de Vence, known worldwide for their  artistic and cultural activities (Fondation Maeght and other prestigious galleries of the Cercle des Artistes), are just about 6km away. The artistic town of Grasse (22km), also called the “Capital of Flowers and Perfume" and offering splendid vistas over the shores near Cannes, is a further recommended place to visit. On the coast, don’t miss the Greek-Roman maritime city of Antibes-Juan-les-Pins (12km), the chic Mediterranean yachting harbour and sandy beaches in Cap d’Antibes and the effervescence of Juan-les-Pins. Likewise, we recommend visiting the charming city of Antibes which has delighted many visitors, from Picasso to Nicolas de Staël, from Sidney Bechet to Miles Davis, between fisherman’s districts, yachtsmen’s wharves, Provençal market, pine groves hosting jazz concerts. Inland, are the villages, of Biot (famous for its glasswork and master glassmakers) and Valbonne, models for a certain art of living, artistic creativity, architectural charm. Beautiful Nice (14km) is just a short drive away (or train from Cagnes-sur-Mer) where you can explore the maze of narrow streets in the old town and discover the amazing market. A little further in Villefranche-sur-Mer (21km) you can walk up to the stunning Saint Jean Cap Ferrat peninsula, an unmissable day out. The chic and dazzling city of Cannes (23km), where famous festivals and great events take place throughout the year, is also must-to-see destination in the area. Spend the day on the beach, admire the beautiful La Croisette and take a boat to the Isles of Lérins. These islands are considered among the most splendid natural heritage sites of the French Riviera. In the Ile de Ste-Marguerite,one can visit the Royal Fort, the Musée de la Mer and take a stroll across its beautiful pine and eucalyptus forest. The equally stunning Ile St-Honorat belongs to a community of Cistercian monks and offers a fortified monastery and abbey. The whole region stands out for its stunning natural assets, with limestone mountains, vast natural parks, streams and superb golf courses. It goes without saying that Villa Saint-Veran is an excellent choice to stay on the French Riviera, offering a quick and easy access to the different activities and interests of the beautiful Alpes-Maritimes department. Terms & Conditions: ? €3000 paid via bank transfer to the owner before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure (or in cash or cheque to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure), subject to full inspection. 5.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. Yes. Yes. Maximum 2 pets on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €30 per day will apply (paid locally). Extra €15 per day for each additional pet. Pets must not be in the villa alone and are not allowed on any sofas, in the bedrooms or swimming pool. Any pet waste surrounding the property must be removed. It is recommended to bring a bed for your pet. Weddings and special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. Stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. Villa Saint-Veran is solely for the guests’ personal use, for self-catering holidays only. Guests are not permitted to use it for any form of business enterprise without prior consent by the owner. Saturday from June to September, flexible otherwise. Standard changeover clean included in the price. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Outside only. Yes. French Visitors Tax included in rental price. Yes.