Individual Villa with Balconies, Terraces, Garden, Large Private Pool and Beautiful Hillside Views
Very Peaceful Location, Close to Picturesque Village of Biot
Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
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Sunny terraces, faces South West, nothing behind but our private hillside. 20 minutes' walk to the village shops, bars and restaurants. Light and airy. Comfy leather seating, bar area, brand new luxury en-suite bathroom; second newly upgraded bathroom; huge fridge/freezer, free wireless internet. Parking for 2/3 cars (garage if needed).
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 29 October 2011 - 17 December 2011 | £1500 | 3 | ||
| 17 December 2011 - 7 January 2012 | £1900 | 7 | ||
| 7 January 2012 - 31 March 2012 | £1500 | 3 | ||
| 31 March 2012 - 14 April 2012 | £1950 | 7 | ||
| 14 April 2012 - 19 May 2012 | £1500 | 3 | ||
| 19 May 2012 - 23 June 2012 | £1950 | 7 | ||
| 23 June 2012 - 8 September 2012 | £2450 | 7 | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 3 November 2012 | £1950 | 7 | ||
| 3 November 2012 - 22 December 2012 | £1500 | 3 | ||
| 22 December 2012 - 5 January 2013 | £1950 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK £ sterling. Short lets available (min 3 nights) at certain times, please enquire. Discounts for bookings of 3 weeks or longer.
Changeover day
Changeover day is normally Saturday except by arrangement. New guests to arrive after 4pm and depart by 10am on the last day unless by prior arrangement.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1, King Size bed, antique style wardrobe, patio doors Bedroom 2, double bed, wardrobe, private terrace with cafe style marble top table and 2 chairs. Bedroom 3, twin single beds, wardrobe, access to terrace. Bedroom 4, bunk beds, wardrobe. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite to bedroom 1 with free standing bath, huge walk-in shower, marble top wash stand, 2 basins, terracotta tiles. Upstairs new bathroom with bath, shower, wc, enamel basin, terracotta tiles. Hall wc. |
| Kitchen: | New gas hob cooker, separate electric oven, large fridge/freezer, bistro table and seating for 3, microwave, toaster, wireless internet access; patio doors with shutters to terrace and round dining table, 4 chairs. Well equipped kitchen, hillside views. |
| Utility Room: | Additional fridge/freezer, washing machine, drier, iron and ironing board; storage area; lockable safe. |
| Living Rooms: | Open style lounge in light colours, leather sofas, large coffee table, flat screen TV with Satellite channels (BBC1, 2, ITV etc) and DVD. Log burning fireplace and wooden mantelpiece. Wooden bar and bar stools for 3. Patio doors with shutters to terrace. |
| Other: | Patio doors to terrace from lounge, with extendable terracota-tiled table, teak seats for 8. Huge umbrella for shade. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All bed and table linen and towels provided, changed weekly. House and pool cleaned weekly by our local English manager. |
Notes on accommodation
The villa is beautifully open and airy and all downstairs rooms have patio doors to the terraces, garden and outside kitchen. Heating, if needed, is by separate electric heaters for each room, giving quick and variable heat, plus a log fire in the lounge for cosy nights in. Gentle steps into the pool, giving easy access. Pool alarm and medium-sized pretty garden for playing in, best suited to children aged 3+. Also, a walled hilly area behind the villa, great for older children to explore or even for an overnight fun camp.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- internet access,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Accessibility
There are a few steps down to the pool and a gentle slope with steps up from the car parking area to the front door. The main bedroom is on the ground floor with en-suite bathroom, other bedrooms are on the first floor. No wheelchair access. Steep lane down and up again from the village road.
Outside
The gardens are lovingly cared for by a local couple with a real eye for Mediterranean style and colour. You can enjoy the well-stocked gardens and views of the valley from three terraces, with cafe style tables. Overlooking the private 30' pool, there is a full outside kitchen with large gas barbecue, gas hob and fridge for evening dining and relaxing in the balmy climate. Seating for 8. Also terracotta-tiled dining table and seating for 6/8 outside the lounge with umbrella, views over the garden and hills. Loungers for 8 with comfy cushions. Quaint sun dial which doesn't tell the time - hence the villa name 'Temps Perdu'.
Coast/Beach
10 minute drive to nearest seafront for walking. Good sandy beaches at Nice, Juan les Pins and Antibes within 30 minute drive.
Golf
14 world-class golf courses within 30 minutes drive including Biot - Golf de Biot (5064m), Valbonne - Golf D'Opio Valbonne (5900m), Opio - Golf de la Grade Bastide (6105m), Valbone - Victoria Golf Club (9 holes, 2340m), Grasse - Golf de Grasse Country Club (6021m), Grasse - Golf de Saint Donat (6031m), Mandelieu - Golf de Canne Mandelieu (9 holes 2409m), Mandelieu - Riviera Golf Club (5736m), Mougins - Golf de Cannes Mougins (6263m), Mougings - Golf de Valescure (6004m), La Turbie - Monte Carlo Golf Club (5679m), Sophia-Antipolis - Golf de Saint Philippe (9 holes).
Travel
30 minutes' drive from Nice airport. Easy taxi access from the airport. Car is highly recommended.
Distances
10 minutes to the mainline train station with access to Nice, Monaco, Marseilles, Lyon and TGV to Paris. 20 minutes to Cannes, 15 minutes Antibes, 15 minutes historic Valbonne. Beautiful drives into the mountains.
Further details
Easy drive to the local supermarket at Valbonne; many small shops, pharmacies, wine cellars and excellent restaurants nearby. Biot is friendly, many shops speak English and the village hosts numerous arts festivities throughout the year. The weekly market is great for local produce and hand made gifts. Many attractions nearby to suit everyone: historic chateaux, wine tasting, art galleries and many glass makers in Biot to visit; children's water parks very near, sit on trains; shopping in Nice, Cannes, St Tropez; plus peaceful walks and fantastic drive to the mountains.
Booking notes
Please contact us for availability or any questions. Our English managers in Biot will take care of the arrangements and ensure your stay is trouble-free. Deposit of 25% of the total rate is required to secure the booking. Balance due minimum 6 weeks ahead. £500 returnable security deposit.
Guest comments
"We had a beautiful stay at your wonderful house. Epecially we had a great time at the outdoor bar and swimming pool. No need for anything else but stay here". Pia and family, July 09 (Denmark)
"We have had a most relaxing time at the Villa Temps Perdu. It was hard to tear ourselves away from the shaded terrace and lovely pool. The location is just perfect - away from everything for peace, solitude and wonderful views but all points of interest within easy reach" (UK)
"Utterly brilliant, could happily live here. Lovely home, great swimming pool, perfect for day trips to Monaco, Nice, Antibes and Cannes. Loved daily breakfast on the terrace with croissants from the local boulangerie". Charlotte, and family (UK)
"Fantastic house, stunning scenery and the name Villa Temps Perdu does it justice. Can't wait to return and would recommend this house to all our friends". Collender family, June 10 (UK)
House swap
House swap (non UK) considered, especially convenient apartments in Venice, Paris, New York or villa in Cape Town.
Owner profile
Enjoying an evening bubble or two, in the desert
About the owner
We are Richard and Louise Coates, currently working in Dubai. We get to the villa whenever we can to see some green vistas, Mediterranean blue skies and traditional French villages. It is our intention to spend more time there and maybe relocate there in a few years' time, so we have furnished and decorated the house as a home not a rental. We have just completed a major refit of the kitchen,downstairs bathroom, upstairs bathroom and outside kitchen. We have a husband and wife team of French gardeners who lovingly tend the pots, palms and lawns and a great English manager, Nicola, who is always on hand with help and local knowledge.
Year purchased: 2007
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We looked around the area at many places. All had something good about them but when we saw this one we knew it was just right for us - the views, the way the sun moves around the villa over the day so that there's always somewhere to sit out for meals and drinks, as well as shade, and the open, sunny layout of the living area.
Although you can see other houses, when you're relaxing on the terraces with a glass in hand, looking across the valley, it's really quiet and private. Located at the end of the tiny lane, there is absolutely no passing traffic, just the birds, cicadas and frogs at certain times of the year.
You may think the villa is really old as it has that charm. In fact it was built in 1987. Villa Temps Perdu is perfect for us - we hope it will be for you too.
Unique benefits of the property
Our guests often comment on how quiet the villa is, but we also love:
Huge choice of places to visit for a day or afternoon out - local bustling village of Biot, glamorous places like Cannes and Monte Carlo, busy towns with art, theatre, shopping at Nice and Antibes.
Beaches nearby - only 20 minutes - or skiing in the winter; loads of great golf courses around, plus woodland and good walking/running areas
Loads of restaurants, bars, coffee places, in nearby Biot and Valbonne, or at the trendy Cote d'Azur resorts
There's even the train nearby if you want to go further - try Paris! Or you can just stay by the pool for days on end, popping down to the village for juicy fruit and mega croissants. Best to hire a car at the airport - you'll have to leave the villa sometime to see the sights
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR3064
Contact Name:
Louise Coates
(UNITED ARAB EMIRATES) +971 504578072
Louise Mobile (GMT + 4 hours)
Alternate Contact Details:
(UNITED ARAB EMIRATES) +971 505598682
Richard Mobile (GMT + 4 hours)
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