Villa with Pool and Stunning Panoramic Views of Coast
Exceptionally Beautiful and Secluded Natural Setting in Private Forest.
Sleeps 14 adults + 2 infants (7 Bedrooms)
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The villa is situated in 20 acres of private woodland within a large "inconstructible" green zone. It occupies a secluded beauty spot long known in the village as 'Le Paradis'. It is appoached by its own paved drive. The privacy, beauty and natural seclusion of the setting are exceptional, with stunning views of the Riviera coast from Nice to Cannes. On some days, Corsica and Elba can be seen. The local village is one of the prettiest in France, comparable to Saint Paul de Vence, but less overrun by tourists.
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| Rental periods | ||
| August Peak Season | £2800 | |
| July Peak Season | £2500 | |
| High Shoulder Season (June, September) | £1400 | |
| Low Shoulder Season (May & Easter weeks) | £1000 | |
| Off-peak season (remainder of year) | £800 | £700 per week for 2 weeks or more |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are per week in UK Pounds.
The off-peak price per week for two weeks (or more) is £700 per week.
Changeover day
Saturday is the changeover day. Departing tenants should depart by 1000, and arriving tenants should arrive after 1800.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed and phone. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Bedroom 4 with double bed. Bedroom 5 with twin beds. Bedroom 6 with double bed. Bedroom 7 with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Ensuite bathroom to bed 1 bath, sep shower, WC, bidet, 2 basins. Main bathroom, bedrooms 2,3 & 5: bath, sep shower, WC, 2 basins. Ensuite bathroom, bedroom 4: shower, WC, basin. Bathroom between bedrooms 6 & 7: shower, WC, basin. Toilet: WC &basin. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen has 2 refrigerators plus separate freezer, cooker with oven and grill, electric dishwasher, full equipment, dining table and 6 chairs. Cooking gas is from butane canisters stored outside the house. Cleaning & ironing equipment in cupboard. |
| Utility Room: | Separate "buanderie" with clothes washing machine. |
| Living Rooms: | The living room has fireplace, 3 sofas, 2 armchairs, coffee table and side tables, hi-fi and phone. The dining area has solid teak dining table, 10 teak armchairs with padded seats (+ 1 infant chair) & matching teak sideboard. |
| Other: | Hall with desk and armchair and broadband PC socket. TV room with TV, DVD player, sofa, armchair etc. Billiard room (in converted garage) with American standard size 6ft pool table. Washroom: with electric washing machine, near outside clothes-line. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
The house is cleaned before and after each tenancy. Towels and linen are provided. Their use is free of charge, but tenants are obliged to pay for their laundry at cost (from which the owner makes no profit). |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board tv telephone cot high chair barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
All bedrooms enjoy unobstructed sea view (as also does the bath in the ensuite bathroom of bedroom 1). The living room and bedrooms 2 and 3 open onto a balcony, part of which is covered. Most bedrooms have desk and armchair.
Bedrooms 6 and 7 are situated in an annexe close to the main house.
Outside
Covered barbecue area & 3 open terraces, with barbecue, 3 dining tables, at least 18 chairs, and 10 reclining sun
loungers. The swimming pool measures 13.7 x 3.5 metres, with a depth of 85 cms at the shallow end, and 1.9 metres at the deep end. A child security fence was erected around the pool as required in May 2004. The inner garden has been fenced off to allow a reasonably safe play area for toddlers. Directly behind the house is a cave, whence flows a spring, which provides water for the house, pool & garden. In periods of dryness, there is a back-up supply from the mains. Petanque court (plus use of boules, and instructions in English).
Coast/Beach
The nearest beaches are those at Nice (pebble beach by the Promenade des Anglais) and at Antibes (sand beach), both of which are about 25km or 30 mins away by car. The sandy beach at Cannes is 45 to 60 minutes away, depending on the traffic.
Golf
A wide choice of golf courses is available nearby in the Cote d'Azur.
Skiing
Greolieres can be reached by car within 60 minutes, Isola 2000 and Auron withing 90 minutes.
Travel
Nice airport is 22.2km or 30 mins from the property. It is highly recommended to use or hire a car.
Distances
Tourrettes-sur-Loup is exactly 1.9km from the villa by car (slightly less on foot). Vence is 7km from the property and the nearest access to the A8 autoroute at Cagnes-sur-Mer is 16.5km.
Further details
A sample of genuine comments by previous tenants: "The setting is truly breathtaking" (1997), "It really is a magnificent location" (2000), "We had a wonderful week at Le Paradis, which certainly lives up to its name" (1999), "such a fantastic house in the most perfect location" (1999), "the property, pool and grounds are truly superb, the views are fantastic, and the sense of privacy amazing considering the relatively short distance from Tourrettes" (2002), "the beauty and serenity of its position is truly unsurpassable" (2004), "Well, your place is not called Le Paradis for nothing.....I would also like to say that the standard of the house is very good" (2004), "Le Paradis was fabulous and the additions have only added to the properties existing charm" (2005). "We had a fabulous time at Le Paradis over Easter. the house is simply lovely and the setting is to die for." (2006) "Just thought I'd let you know we had a brilliant retreat the house was truly spectacular, the area was delightful." (2006) "Just got back from Nice. We all had a fantastic time at your wonderful Villa" (2006) "thankyou very much for the pleasure of allowing us to stay at your villa. it was brilliant. what wonderful views, they are breathtaking." (2006) "We did indeed have a great stay at LeParadis. You have a lovely home and the location and landscape is truly marvelous." (2006)
Tourrettes-sur-Loup has a good range of useful shops and interesting artist studios. The nearest supermarkets are at Vence (where we mostly use Leclerc). The best hypermarket is Carrefour Antibes beside the autoroute at Antibes.
Booking notes
To secure a firm booking, please deposit 25% of the rent in my wife's bank account (details supplied), and send me a signed copy of the Terms & Conditions (which I can send you by email). I shall then send you a confirmation letter with full details. The balance of rent plus a security deposit should be deposited 8 weeks before the rental period.
Guest comments
"What a fantastic view, ..... In the morning we awoke to clear skies and were treated to great views down to the Med. WOW!! .... We had the main bedroom and really enjoyed the window and the walk in shower was perfect after a day in the sun." (2007) "A belated thanks for letting us stay in your wonderful villa in Tourrettes. ………. The facilities are marvellous there, the weather perfect and the view is just to die for." (2007) "It has all been said before but we found that Le Paradis far exceeded expectations. It is a wonderful place in a wonderful location and my family had an excellent holiday." (2007) "Just a short note to thank you for one of the most enjoyable weeks I've ever had. Le Paradis is truly a little piece of heaven on earth and Tourettes is an equally delightful little village." (2008) "There is something incredibly relaxing about a beautiful view that is just 'there' all the time especially when one's normal horizon extends to the end of the street."(2008)
Owner profile
About the owner
The property is owned jointly by my wife and me. I am a British expatriate, who has spent his career working as a regional manager for different airlines, mainly in Asia.
Year purchased: 1990
Why the owner chose a home in this location
When it was time for us to get a foot on the property ladder, squatters were still a problem for absentee owners of UK property. So my wife and I drove from Rome to Madrid looking for a place to buy in Europe. We were most favourably impressed by the Cote d'Azur, which at that time was the most expensive place in Europe to buy property. We could afford only a very small place near Valbonne. When our family grew too big for it and it was time to move on, the estate agent asked if we would like to buy again in the same region. Based on what our friends had bought, I told them that the only property that would interest us was 1 hectare of land above Tourrettes-sur-Loup. The agents then found our property with 8 hectares and the unbeatable view of the coast, Cannes to Monte Carlo.
Unique benefits of the property
There is something very relaxing living in a property which is completely secluded in its own forest, surrounded by forest and cliff, breathing in the pure fresh air from the surrounding trees, and looking down on the Mediterranean coastline from Monte Carlo to Cannes. There are many properties in this area which are much more expensive, but hardly any have the same amount of land and the same degree of privacy and in such a natural setting.
The local village Tourrettes-sur-Loup is as pretty as Saint Paul de Verce, but without its busloads of tourists. There is a very wide choice of things to do in this famous holiday region, and they are easily accessible. But you may find it is best to stay at home, and enjoy the unique beauty of this unusual place.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR363
Contact Name:
Michael Whitehead
(TURKEY) +90 5305133444
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(UNITED KINGDOM) +44 4970995270
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