Le Contadour (haunt of artists and writers) has hosted guests worldwide for over 15 years and who return frequently.
It is perfectly located just 20 minutes drive from Nice, Vence, and many famous beaches and tourist spots on the Riviera. Highly rated as 5* it maintains its peace and serenity in an area of outstanding natural beauty, perched 300 m above the Var Valley and on the foothills of the Alpes.
The spacious architect designed apartment (half the villa- 100m2 ) within the villa offers discerning travellers bright, spacious rooms facing south, with balconies overlooking the stunning Var Valley to the Mediterranean beyond. Spectacular open views from all rooms.
Imagine a true french home - beams, french windows, shutters, original paintings by resident artist, ancient terracotta glazed floor tiles all the charm of an original stone "mas". Add to this, comfort, elegance, and serenity, and you have the chance to share a beautiful spacious home of 100m without the huge expense of renting a whole villa.
Ancient olive trees, lemons, orange and fig trees grace its terraces. Exotic flowers everywhere display the beauty of the hidden Mediterranean hills.
This is truly more than just a holiday home, it is home from home and much more! Every detail has been carefully thought out for the comfort of the discerning traveller.
If you can tear yourself away from the beauty of this villa, then visit the famous resorts of Nice, Monaco, Cannes and St Tropez - all a short drive away, or escape to the mountains and visit the ancient perched villages where time stood still.
Locally you can visit a roman vineyard and sample its delights! Take a walk into the hills for spectacular views. Share the life of a french resident. Participate in village life.
The famous institutions such as the Fondation Maeght, and the Matisse Chapel are close by with wonderful exhibitions of art and sculpture. The Friday markets in Vence are full of delicious local produces from the mountain areas.
For those who are more energetic, there are excellent guided walks locally.
Even in the wintertime, the area has so much to offer, such as the well-known ski resorts in the Alpes only a short drive away, such as Greolieres, and also Isola 2000. Our hidden months in the winter are sunny and warm, with 300 days of sunshine a year. It is not surprising that visitors have been coming here for many years to escape the cold, northern climates.
Come and participate in the Carnival of Nice in February, with its superb floats and concerts. Share in the fun!
Enjoy temperatures around 16 degrees in the winter with clear blue skies! when even the rest of France and Europe are freezing! We live in a micro climate here in Gattieres where you can sit out during the daytime and savour the warmth and the sun.
Within the grounds of the villa you will be able to benefit from a private, exotic, heated pool, surrounded by Mediterranean plants and trees. You don't have to wait until the height of the summer months to swim and enjoy the peace of the Riviera without the crowds.
Feel free to pick your own oranges, lemons, or figs. Enjoy an al fresco dinner on your private terrace under an ancient olive tree. Wake to the sun streaming through the shutters of your bedroom, and the aroma of wisteria and jasmine.
At Le Contadour, you will enjoy all the benefits of life in France, and for those who seek a hideaway, different from the masses, whether young or old, it is right here, waiting for you. Many of our visitors return year after year, from all corners of the world.
Whilst staying at Le Contadour, you can avail of babysitting care, and extra help in the apartment with cleaning or ironing. We can also provide you with someone to cook a special Chinese meal outdoors for you if you are tired of cooking or a wonderful Moroccan couscous or tajine served for you personally.
You can also savour the excellent restaurants in the area. You will be spoiled for choice! Restaurants in this area benefit from stunning locations where the cooking is handed down from grandmother to daughter. Delicious wines, and cheeses are produced in the area.
You will find a little bit of paradise only for discerning travellers whose aim is to relax, enjoy scenic walks, excellent local provencal foods, savour the beauty of one's surroundings, and experience life in a french village. Yet on your doorstep all the glamour and glitz of the Cote d'Azur await you. From famous museums to casinos.
Come and experience why so many people choose to live in this part of France- why we, seasoned travellers, also chose to live in this beautiful part of France.