Apartments in Castellar near Menton, Cote DAzur, France
Hilltop Village Apartment with Superb Sea Views
Unspoilt Traditional Village, 4 miles from Coast
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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The traditional perched village of Castellar provides an ideal base for your holiday. It is set among olive groves and citrus trees just 4 miles from the beaches at Menton. Being situated on the French/Italian border you have easy access by road or motorway to the glamorous resorts of Monte Carlo, Nice, Ventimiglia, San Remo and Imperia. The apartment is located on the second floor (access by stairs only) of the building adjoining the hotel in the village square. It is light and airy and has recently been refurbished to a high standard and can accommodate 4 adults in two double bedrooms. There are stunning sea views from both bedrooms - one of which has a small balcony. The balcony leading from the living-room overlooks the square with an impressive panorama of the mountains beyond.
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| Rental periods | Per week |
| 4 October 2008 - 28 March 2009 | £330 |
| 28 March - 27 June 2009 | £400 |
| 27 June - 29 August 2009 | £450 |
| 29 August - 3 October 2009 | £400 |
| 3 October 2009 - 27 March 2010 | £330 |
| 27 March - 26 June 2010 | £400 |
| 26 June - 28 August 2010 | £450 |
| 28 August - 2 October 2010 | £400 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Bookings run from Saturday to Saturday. The rental period starts at 4pm on the day of arrival and finishes at 10am on the day of departure. There can be some flexibility with dates from the beginning of October to the end of March.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed, antique furniture and balcony overlooking sea. Bedroom 2 with double bed, fitted oak wardrobe and shelves. Two large windows with sea and mountain views. Bedside light and central light in each room. |
| Bathrooms: | Fully tiled shower room, low flush lavatory, hand basin and bathroom cabinet. |
| Kitchen: | Hand made oak cupboards,fridge,self cleaning oven, 4 electric hobs, dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle. |
| Living Rooms: | Sitting/dining room with antique table with 4 chairs, 2 x seater settee, 3 occasional chairs, sideboard. French windows open on to balcony overlooking square and mountains. Pleasantly decorated with mirrors, pictures and traditional light fittings. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bath and hand towel per person per week. Change of bedlinen per bed per week. These are included in the weekly rental rate. The apartment is cleaned prior to guests' arrival. |
Notes on accommodation
There are electric radiators in each room which are regulated individually. The windows are double glazed and fitted with wooden shutters. Parking is available in the village. Pets are not allowed and the apartment is not suitable for children or people with restricted mobility. I would ask all guests to observe a no smoking policy.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- room fans
Accessibility
There are two flights of stairs leading to the apartment- one of which is quite steep and although there are handrails I would consider the access difficult for people with a disability.
Outside
There is a small balcony leading from the main bedroom with magnificent sea views and there is a larger one accessed by French windows from the living room there are 2 wicker chairs from which you can observe life in the square below and take in the spectacle of the mountains surrounding Castellar. Seats are placed at various spots throughout the village allowing you to enjoy some wonderful scenery and there is an attractive garden off the Rue de la Republique where you can relax in a tranquil setting. Castellar remains unspoilt and offers a unique glimpse into French country life. It has quaint narrow streets, historic buildings, a lavoir, fountains and an olive oil mill. The village bakery produces bread and croissants in its old fashioned wood burning ovens and it is barely a 2 minute walk to get your breakfast!
Coast/Beach
The beaches at Menton are 6km from the village and there is a choice of public and private facilities..
Golf
Monte Carlo Golf Club 20km.
Travel
It is a 45 min drive from Nice airport to Castellar. Recommended that you have a car but there is a limited bus service of 4 daily return journeys between the village and the bus station at Menton.
Distances
Apartment-Castellar is situated in the village square making it easy to visit the bars or restaurants which are only a short walk away. Menton 6km, Monaco 14km, Cap-Ferrat and Beaulieu-sur-Mer 26km, Nice 30km.
Further details
Castellar is one of the Riviera's famous perched villages dating back to the XV century and is situated right on the French/Italian border. It has 2 restaurants and the hotel is open to non-residents. A general grocery store, bakery and bar/tabac are located in the main street. There is an enclosed garden which provides a pleasant, tranquil place in which to relax. The village is ideal for people who enjoy painting and sketching and for nature lovers there are beautiful walks {Chemin GR 51} in the surrounding countryside. Menton, 4 miles away, is a charming town with shops selling local produce, markets, several museums and an excellent choice of restaurants. A wide variety of water sports are available and boat trips operate along the coast in summer months. Many of the world renowned Mediterranean gardens are in the vicinity and these include La Serre de la Madonne, the Exotic Garden in Monaco and the Hanbury Gardens just over the border in La Mortola. The delightful Italian coastal towns of Bordighera, San Remo and Imperia are well worth exploring and Dolceaqua, just north of Ventimiglia, is a very picturesque ancient town. The hinterland is dotted with medieval villages and forts precariously perched atop mountain peaks. Back in France there is the glamour of Nice with its Promenade des Anglais, old city, galleries and flower market. In Monaco there are many museums, the Royal Palace and the extraordinary Observatory Caves. The Villa Ephrussi in Cap Ferrat and the Villa Kerylos in Beaulieu are fascinating tourist attractions. There are many cultural events, music festivals and exhibitions in all the towns dotted along the coast. Monaco is know for its spectacular firework displays. The Mercantour National Park with its streams, lakes, rugged peaks and abundance of wild life is an hour's drive from Castellar.
Booking notes
A deposit of £100 confirms a booking with the balance due 6 weeks prior to the beginning of the holiday. A refundable security deposit of £125 {including £10 key deposit} must be added to the final payment. Non payment of the balance in advance is deemed as cancellation of the booking. For bookings made less than 6 weeks in advance, the total amount is payable.
For booking and further information
Elizabeth M Mazhar
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1767 627693
Corner Cottage, Warden Rd
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