1 bedroom apartment near Tourrettes sur Loup, Provence, France
Character Apartment in Large Villa
Large Private Terrace, 35 Mins Nice Airport
Sleeps 2 (1 Bedrooms)
|
|
The bottom floor of a large villa situated 5km from Tourrettes sur Loup, 35 mins from Nice Airport and 40 mins from Cannes. Comprises one bedroom, living room, shower room and separate toilet and fitted kitchen. Recently completely redecorated in typical Provencal style, it has its own entrance and a very large private terrace. The pool is shared with the owners, who live in the rest of the house with their 2 cats. Private parking. The views from the terrace are spectacular as the Southern Alps start a bare 2 miles from the property where one can find the entrance to the Gorge of the river Loup. From here one can visit Grasse (20 mins), the perfume capital of France, the mediaeval towns of Tourrettes sur Loup (7 mins), Vence (20 mins) and St Paul (20 mins) as well as sights such as Gourdon (40 mins), Cannes (40 mins) and Nice (40 mins). There are 6 golf courses nearby.
|
|
| Rental periods | |
| October - April | Not available |
| May 2009 | £375 |
| June - August 2009 | £450 |
| September 2009 | £375 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds and any charges levied for the transfer of the funds must be paid by the renter.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday. Leave by 11am, arrive after 4pm. Out of season we can be more flexible - please ask.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with comfortable double bed. Walls in provencal style with a mottled terracotta wax finish. Tiled floor and French windows out onto the terrace. Electric radiator. |
| Bathrooms: | En suite shower room and separate WC. Radiator. |
| Kitchen: | Fully fitted kitchen built into the rock is equipped with electric cooker, halogen hob, washing machine, fridge and microwave. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has a chimney and contains sofa with dining table and chairs. The television receives the UK free-to-air programs. There is a DVD/VCR. Electric radiator. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are included in the price. |
Notes on accommodation
The flat is non-smoking and is only available between May - September inclusive.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- barbecue,
- shared pool
Accessibility
One of the reasons we have such great views is that we live on a hill. There are therefore 15 steps between the drive and the flat. It is therefore unsuitable for wheelchair users and those with restricted mobility.
Outside
The house is situated 30 metres above the road and the drive rises through a sloping garden planted with mainly native shrubs (oleander, rosemary and lavender) together with agaves, aloes, palms and cycas. The garden behind the house contains 25 ancient olive trees on terraces. The swimming pool is 11m x 5m and 2m 10 at the deep end. You will have the sole use of a large terrace outside the flat, equipped with sun loungers, parasol, barbecue, table and chairs.
Coast/Beach
About 40 minutes drive to all the beaches between Nice and Cannes.
Golf
Within 30 minutes there are 4 very good 18-hole golf courses and 2 of 9 holes. The owners are golfers and are members at one of the 18 hole courses.
Skiing
The nearest ski resort is Gréolières les Neige which is 40 inutes from the property. This is a small (13 run) resort running from 1400 to 1800m, and is active from January to mid-March. Isola 2000 and Auron are 1 hour 20 minutes away.
Travel
35 minutes drive from Nice Airport. The use of a car is vital if you want to get the most out of your stay.
Distances
Nice 40 minutes, Cannes 40 minutes, Antibes 40 minutes.
Marineland 40 minutes. The wolves in the Mercantour National Park. 1 hour 15 mins. St Paul (old town) 20 minutes. Vence (old town + Chapel of Matisse) 20 minutes. Grasse (Centre of the perfume industry) 20 minutes. Gourdon (old village with fabulous views) 30 minutes. Gorge du Verdon (France's Grand Canyon) and Moustier (ceramics). 2 hours.
Further details
Very close to many superb restaurants ranging from Michelin 1 and 2 stars to typical French auberges and everything in between. Tourrettes (5km) has butcher, baker, greengrocers, chemist, estate agents and an ATM, whilst Vence (12km) boasts several supermarkets and many other assorted shops and banks. Italy is just an hour away, and there are weekly markets in many of the villages round about.
The area is of great natural beauty and is great for walking (not in July & August), photography and painting (so many great artists came here because of the light), golf, visiting lovely mediaeval towns, bathing & sunbathing, and generally having a great holiday. Tourrettes sur Loup itself is a beautiful mediaeval "perched" village well known for the cultivation of violets for the perfume industry in Grasse, and as a meeting place for artists, who congregate once a year. There are many workshops for artists, potters, jewellers and weavers throughout the village.
Booking notes
Two weeks minimum during June - August. Book direct with the owners, preferably by email. 30% deposit with booking, and the balance 4 weeks before the start of the letting period. Amounts to be paid directly into the owners UK bank account. Please note that a security deposit of £200 (preferably a cheque) is required at the start which will be returned if there are no breakages etc.
For booking and further information
Tony Cooper
Tel: (France) +33 (0)493 243251
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
International Dialling Access Codes:
From Europe dial 00 in place of +
From USA dial 011 in place of +
If phoning from outside Europe or USA please consult your telephone directory for international dialling access codes.
This advertiser joined Owners Direct in October 2007,
and has advertised this property with us since October 2007.
Property Ref FR2703
When contacting the owner please mention that you saw this property on Owners Direct Website.