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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Located on one of the most historic streets in Villefranche this ground floor apartment is quiet, peaceful but very close to all amenities, train station and buses.
Set in the heart of one of the world's most beautiful bays, the original Old Town of Villefranche-sur-Mer sits at the base of a natural amphitheatre of mountains and terraced hills. This is one of the reasons so many people fall in love with Villefranche. Lots of charming restaurants, pretty views, open air cinema, music (in season) and museums in the Citadelle of Villefranche. Diving school, boat hire and boat excursions avaliable from the quay side.
Nearby areas of Mount Boron, which looks down over the bay from the West; and St. Jean Cap Ferrat, Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Eze Village and Eze Bord de Mer to the East. Five minutes to Nice and 20 minutes to Monaco by train.
Villefranche-sur-Mer bay
Front of apartment
Living Room
Bedroom
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The Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur / Alpes-Maritimes region
The Cote D'Azur or Blue coast is one of the most beautiful locations in the world. It has a mediterranean climate which means the winters are pleasant and mild, while the summers warm without humidity and extreme aridity. The French Riveria has long been associated with style and glamour. Who has not heard of St. Tropez, the Cannes Film Festival or the Monaco Grand Prix? Film stars and the rich and famous have always flocked to this coast to soak up the pleasant climate and beautiful surroundings. The sea is warm for summer bathing and other watersports, while there is an array of places of cultural interest and a host of restaurants providing French and Italian cuisine. Skiing is possible in Auron in winter, only an hour and a halfs drive away, while it is possible to tour the lavender fields and pretty provencal villages located further inland.
Villefranche Sur Mer / Villefranche Old Town area
The picturesque village and port of Villefranche-sur-Mer nestles idyllically in an amphitheatre of wooded slopes and rocky outcrops on one of the Riviera’s most seductive bays, between Cap Ferrat and Mont Boron, only 3 miles (5 km) from Nice and 8 miles (13 km) from Monaco. Probably first inhabited by prehistoric man, later settled by Greeks and Romans, the present town, founded in 1295, enjoyed a long period of commercial independence from the 14th century, due in part to its deep harbour. Villefranche remains a charming anchorage for the yachts of the rich and famous residing in Saint Jean-Cap Ferrat.
Despite its proximity to Nice, Villefranche is an exclusive world apart, perfect as a film set and a pleasant spot to explore. The 16th century Saint Elme Citadelle guarding the harbour side and the old town was built by Emmanuel Phillibert Duke of Savoy on the site of an earlier fort under Sardinian rule. This imposing building now houses the Town Hall, a conference centre, an open-air theatre, a museum complex exhibiting the Goetz Bouemeester, Volti and Roux collections and attractive hanging gardens.
Behind the pastel-coloured terraces edging the yacht-filled waterfront, the main street, Rue du Poilu, opens quaintly into the lattice of narrow cobbled alleyways, some stepped, some vaulted, that makes up the atmospheric old quarter, leading to 14th century Chapelle St Pierre. The small vaulted chapel, which was then used as a store for fishing nets, was restored in 1957 by the famous writer and artist Jean Cocteau who painted it with frescoes of St Peter’s life as well as local scenes. In contrast, the 18th century Italian Baroque Church of St Michael contains an impressively simple crucifix carved from the trunk of a fig tree by an unknown convict.
The old village shelters narrow roads and stair-ways with the most evocative names : Rue Obscure, Rue du Poilu. Covered passages lead down to the coloured facades of the ancient houses which have been carefully renovated. With their windows wide open at the height of summer you can hear snatches of lively conversation and smell the mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine from within. Jean Cocteau, a native of the area, liked to come to Villefranche where he made friends with the fishermen to whom he dedicated his re-decoration of the Chapelle Saint-Pierre... a site not to be missed.
Sites to see : 16th century Citadelle Saint Elme. Chapelle St Pierre decorated by Cocteau. 13th century medieval quarter. Villefranche church. St Michel chapel.
How to get there
- Fly to Nice – Villefranche sur mer is just 8 km from the airport
- Cheap flights available from ba.com, easyjet.com, bmi.com from all uk airports
- Car hire available from the airport, but not essential
- Free shuttle buses can take you from the airport to Nice Station and Villefranche-sur-Mer is on the main Nice-Monaco-Menton-Ventimiglia line, with frequent service. The rail line curves around the edge of the bay, running just above the beach to the east of town and is a two minute walk from the apartment.
- There are always local taxis available and take 15-20 mins to reach Villefranche-sur-Mer and cost between 35 and 50 euros depending on traffic
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Nice: 8 km
Railway:
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Ferry:
North france
Activities near Villefranche Sur Mer
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife City breaks
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details indoors: A bright spacious apartment with all facilities required to have a wonderful holiday. One bedroom with double bed and comfortable sofa bed in the living room. Plenty of wardrobe/storage space. Bathroom with walk-in shower, sink and toilet.
Further details outdoors: Located in the Rue du Poilu, the main street in Villefranche-sur-Mer, a short walk to great restaurants, supermarket and beach.
Further details
The apartment is located on the ground floor of the building, so is suitable for the elderly or those with young children.
Conditions
Refundable breakages deposit required Changeover fee payable on arrival
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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520£ 520
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420£ 420
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Note:
Prices may be subject to change at the owners discretion.
Weekly rates will be reduced for longer tenancies: 5% for 3 weeks, 10% for 4 weeks
Reduced rates for longer lets by arrangement
Special rates apply for the Christmas – New Year period and the Monaco Grand Prix.
Changeover fee payable on arrival: Price includes taxes, linen, towels and all utility charges.
Guestbook
Lovely apartment, clean, modern and very well equipped, located right in the old town of Villefranche. Lots of good restaurants all within walking distance, as are the sea front and beach. Short drive from Nice, Monaco and Cannes. The owner has provided a very good folder giving lots of info. on local facilities - restaurants, sights maps etc. We spent a very enjoyable few days there but look forward to a longer visit in the future. Eamon and Margo McKay Dublin
Thank you for the use of your lovely apartment during our resent visit. It was a great location and the apartment itself was just what we were looking for. Mr & Mrs Jarvis London
We had a great time staying in your apartment. On arrival the entire place was clean and airy and we felt immediately at home and comfortable. The apartment is well equipped and beautifully decorated. We could ask for nothing more!
It was wonderful to be in such a lovely part of the town and live among the locals, be so near the beach and on top of the great restaurants in Villefranche. We can't wait to return!
Ruth Larthwell Hayes, Kent.
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