Grasse holiday villa accommodation, Riviera with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, balcony/terrace, gym, internet access, telephone

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1920 Mansion with panoramaview (villa)

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This Mansion, really and truly a beauty spot, is located directly above Grasse with impressive panoramic views to the front. Grasse lies approx 15 km from the coastline and is protected by the foothills of the Alps behind it. The excellent climate has attracted the European Aristocracy for over a 100 years, Queen Victoria spent her holidays here. Numerous buildings - like this villa - were built to house them. The villa is within walking distance of all shops and amenities.

The villa sits in a Mediterranean garden, with a pool and a large south-facing terrace. There is parking for 3 cars and the driveway is gated. There are two/three bedrooms, one of them with en suite facilities and balconies. There are two stylish bathrooms and a shower room. There is a large living area, one further living-area with television - dvd - hifi - , a fully equipped kitchen as well as a billard table, bar and large terraces. The estate is lined with hedges and is very private.

As it is the regular residence of the owner throughout the year, you will find all equipments on a very high standard.

General view as of April 2008	Landscape of terraces...
Salon with (billiard-)table	Panoramic view from the upper rooms and balconies

To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/6548

The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Alpes-Maritimes region

*Golf
The French Riviera is the ideal destination for golfing ethusiasts who like a Mediterranean backdrop to their swing. There are 19 courses near the Villa, including:
10 minutes drive: Saint Donat Country Club: 18 hole (6031m par 71 and its 9-hole course are set in a typically natural decor combining trees, fragrances and flower beds. A fine American-style course, beautiful sculpted, it easily accommodates all levels of play. It owns all the triumphs of a big golf centre. Clauxamic Golf Course - 18hole course (6021m par 72 lies on a superb hillside estate above Grasse. The quiet and serene atmosphere, encourages relaxation and concentration. A fine day's golf under the shadow of an oak forest and the smell of Grasse's perfumes.

* Sailing
In the Côte d'Azur is ideal for sailing. Cruises along the coast or further out to sea are easy, with about 30 harbours along the coast. There are opportunities for complete beginners, both adults and children as well as experts.

*Maritime Museums
Monaco Oceanographic Museumn a remarkable collection of marine fauna. Marineland is great for children, with a brand new pool for orcas, the dolphin and sea-lion shows, the shark tunnel aquarium, the 'hands-on', rayfish pool, the Jellyfish Odyssey, the Tropical reefs and aquariums.

* Interesting Towns and Villages.
Le Suquet (Cannes), Biot, Mougins, Haut de Cagnes, St Paul de Vence, Eze Village, La Turbie, Beausoleil, Roquebrune. For interesting and historical walls and old military buildings- Ramparts of Antibes and the Fort Carré, Fort du Mont Alban in Nice, Citadel at Villefrance, Château de la Napoule, Château de Roquebrune, Bastion in Menton's Old Port.

Grasse / Riviera area

Grasse is a medieval town set in the foothills of the Alps overlooking the Cote d'Azur. Being set back slightly from the coast, it overlooks the mediterranean sea from Nice to the gulf of Mandelieu and into the mountains of Esterel with a wonderful panorama.

Grasse is well-known as the world's capital for perfume and houses the 3 large perfumeries: Fragonard, Galimard and Molinard, all of which can be visited and all offer visitors the chance to create their own perfume.

There are numerous activities available in the area:
* Cycling, diving, fishing, golf, horse riding, hiking, mountain biking, mountaineering, paragliding, canyoning, rafting, canoeing, roller blading, sailing, ski, surfing, swimming, tennis, walking, water skiing, wind-surfing

* Art Galleries, Museums, Opera, Theatre, Music, Festivals, Regional Foods, Regional Wines

* Festivals in Grasse include the "Fete des Jasmins" in August and the "Expo Rose" in May. There are even further special events, for example the Trufflefestival in November or the Olivefestival in June.

* Ideal location für the International Film-Festival in Cannes an a good trip to the Formula 1 Grand Prix race of Monaco.

How to get there

By Train:
The fast train from Nice to Grasse takes 35 minutes and from Cannes is 25 mins. The TGV from Paris arrives in Cannes and then change for the Grasse express train (25 mins). The villa is near the centre and accessible from train and nearby the bus terminals.

By Plane:
Grasse town is a 35 minute drive from Nice airport. London to Nice takes 1.50 hours and then you can drive or take the train or bus to Grasse town.Taxis await you at both terminals. There are cheap flights to Nice from London with Easyjet , BMI, British Airways, Aer Lingus, Air France. Flights leave from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stanstead & also from Bristol, Manchester, Dublin & Edinburgh.

By Car:
Car hire is available from Budget, Avis,and Hertz at Nice Airport.
A car is not necessary, but very useful !

Activities near Grasse

Facilities

Further details indoors:
*You will find some detailed information on your arrival, including maps and guidebooks, on loan without additional costs and to be used during your stay.

*German satellite TV includes CNN and CNBC Europe, HiFi and DVD player and several radios are available.

*The use of telephone and internet connection is possible (additional charges apply).

* Bar, billiard table and dart board are all there for your use.

Further details outdoors:
*There are several sunny terraces as well as numerous balconies. You have got direct access from the kitchen to a large terrace (over 60 square meters) with a mosaic table. A BBQ is available.

*There is a private Mediterranean garden with palm-trees, orange-, pomegranate- and lemon-trees, olive-trees etc …
You might help yourself with the herbs planted in the garden ( rosemary, thyme, basil, parsley, chives etc … )

*The dimension of the outdoor pool is approx 8 x 4 meters and it is between 1.60 meters and 2.50 meters deep. The temperature is comfortable between May and October.

*Alarm-system.

*A car is not necessary, but recommended. All day to day shopping needs can be met within walking distance of 5 to 7 minutes.

*Automatic gate-opening from the access-road to the secured private parking space for up to three cars.

Further details

*General check out is before 10.00 and check in is after 16.00

Conditions

*Concerning pets, please contact the owner in advance.

*You should leave the villa like you would like to find it at your arrival. If you´re unable, cleaning costs of € 100 appear.

*Towels, including beach towels and linen are provided, the final washing of towels and linen is included in the price.

*A non refundable deposit of 20% is required on booking and the balance payable 8 weeks prior to arrival, or immediately if booking is made within 8 weeks of arrival date. A refundable cash security deposit of € 1000 (or equivalent) is required against breakages and damage which will be refunded at the return of the villa keys to us providing our agent has found everything to be in order after checking the villa inventory.

*A cancellation is possible up to 8 weeks prior to arrival at the cost of the deposit. From 8 weeks to 2 weeks prior to arrival a cancellation is possible with costs of 50 %, and, sorry, for the last two weeks it´s 100 %.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
June 2009	1 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	1800£ 1,538	300256	300256	1 Night
July 2009	1 Jul 09	1 Aug 09	2100£ 1,795	350299	350299	1 Night
August 2009	1 Aug 09	1 Sep 09	2200£ 1,880	350299	350299	1 Night
September 2009	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	1800£ 1,538	300256	300256	1 Night
October 2009	1 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	1500£ 1,282	300256	300256	1 Night
Nov, Dec 2009	1 Nov 09	1 Jan 10	1300£ 1,111	300256	300256	1 Night
Jan, Feb, Mar 2010	1 Jan 10	1 Apr 10	1300£ 1,111	300256	300256	1 Night
April 2010	1 Apr 10	1 May 10	1500£ 1,282	300256	300256	1 Night
May 2010	1 May 10	1 Jun 10	1600£ 1,368	300256	300256	1 Night
June 2010	1 Jun 10	1 Jul 10	1800£ 1,538	300256	300256	1 Night
July 2010	1 Jul 10	1 Aug 10	2100£ 1,795	350299	350299	1 Night
August 2010	1 Aug 10	1 Sep 10	2200£ 1,880	350299	350299	1 Night
September 2010	1 Sep 10	1 Oct 10	1800£ 1,538	300256	300256	1 Night

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

* EASY PAYMENT by bank transfer in the European Union

* CREDITCARD PAYMENT is possible although this will incur a small charge

* PayPal accepted !

* SPECIAL OFFERS: Book two weeks and receive a 10 % discount on the second week, for three weeks a 10 % on the second and a 15 % percent discount on the third week, for four weeks you will receive 10 % on the second, 15 % on the third and a 25 % discount on all further weeks.

* NIGHTLY PRICES: If available, you might also choose a stay of less than a week. The daily prices are EURO 350 in July and August, EURO 300 in June and September and EURO 250 for the rest of the year.

* MONTHLY SPECIAL: Profit from the special monthly off-season price of EURO 4000 between November and March

* For a LONG-TERM-RENTAL, please contact the owner.

* FULLY INCLUSIVE PRICES. Only if you are unable to leave the villa like you would like to find it at your arrival, cleaning costs of € 100 appear.

Guestbook for 1920 Mansion with panoramaview

The Wright Familiy found it "Just as amazing as last year"..

Karen and Garrett from Ireland wrote "We felt it was like home and hope to return..."

For Barry, Val and their family the "Villa lived up to all our expectations. Congratulations Andreas!"

Philip, Kate and family noted down "Everything was so great here -delightful villa, lovely pool and garden - we decided to stay "at home"."

Availability

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Contact details for home 6548 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Andreas Tossdorff
Tel:	+49 171 1288848
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Advertiser joined: Jun 2005 This Property added: Jun 2005