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Maison Lilas 2
General Description
- Looking for a modern, tastefully-furnished two bedroom holiday home with air conditioning? Then this recently built (2009) house in a small, private domain in St Paul-de-Vence could be the one for you!
- Peacefully located, the house is within in a small residence of just 18 houses. Approximately 65 sq metres, it comprises of a living/dining room, fully-fitted open-plan kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, private terrace/garden, a private parking space, visitors parking and shared swimming pool.
- The house is located in one corner of the domain, and just a short walk through the pretty communal gardens to the swimming pool. Only 15 minutes drive from Nice airport, it’s ideally placed to visit the nearby
- It has a maximum occupancy of 6 people and would be perfect for a small family or group of friends. For those who find stairs difficult, this property is perfect as it has a ground floor bedroom, bathroom, WC and parking right outside.
- If you require additional accommodation, we may be able to offer you a similar 2-bedroom house for a further 4 people within this same residence - please ask for details.
The Local Area
- Local shops and restaurants can be found just 2km away (approx 25 mins walk) and a boulangerie & supermarket at 1.5km. More extensive shopping can be found in the neighbouring towns of Vence & Cagnes-sur-Mer, where you’ll find specialist shops like wine, cheese, delicatessens & patisseries.
- Local markets are held in the main square and the old town in Vence and also in the famous
- Sporting activities in the area are abundant– there’s tennis, fishing, horse riding, golf, canyoning, all sorts of water sports and the beach. You are also in very close proximity to the mountains and hills of the Alpes Maritimes region here, which makes walking and cycling very popular.
- Beaches can be found very close by at Cros-de-Cagnes (6km) where you’ll also find a superb promenade for walking, cycling & rollerblading etc.
- The ski stations of Greolieres, Valberg, Isola and Auron are between 1-2 hour’s drive away if you fancy a couple of day’s winter sports!
- Getting around, a car is recommended from here. There is however a good bus service from the
- Sightseeing is endless; the nearest places of interest are the art galleries of St Paul-de-Vence; the old town of Vence; the Matisse Chapel in Vence; the nearby medieval town of Haut-de-Cagnes; the pretty village of Tourettes-sur-Loup; the perched village of Gourdon; the town and perfumeries of Grasse; the city and “Promenade des Anglais” of Nice; the port of Nice; the beaches and old town of Antibes; the “Croisette” and town of Cannes; the village and glass makers of Biot; the marine park at Marineland near Antibes.
- Other entertainment includes exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside and views, cinema, wine tasting, the many art galleries, watching the French ‘joie de vivre’ and boules in the village square, or just a good relaxing read by the pool!
Facilities
- Living/dining room: very stylishly-furnished with modern sofa offering seating for up to 4 people, circular dining table & 4 chairs, large television (Satellite English & European channels), Hi-fi and DVD player. The sofa converts to a bed providing sleeping for 2 people. High ceilings and huge windows, opening up onto the terrace & garden area.
- Kitchen: open-plan to the living room and well-equipped with an oven, electric hob, microwave, small dishwasher, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, kettle & toaster.
- Utility: through a door into the garage there's a washing machine, iron & ironing board.
- Bedrooms: two in total; one on the ground floor furnished with twin beds (each 90cm wide) or a double when placed together, fitted wardrobes and doors opening to the outside terrace. Upstairs you'll find the master bedroom with a regular double bed, fitted wardrobes, ceiling fan, en-suite shower room and windows with views over surrounding hills. Both bedrooms have air-conditioning units. There's additional sleeping for 2 people on the sofa bed in the living room, or on 2 single foldaway guest beds if required (please request).
- Bathrooms: two modern fully-tiled bathrooms, plus an independent WC. The ground floor bathroom has bath, over-bath shower, washbasin & heated towel rail. The independent WC is adjacent. Upstairs the en-suite has a shower area, washbasin, WC & heated towel rail. Hairdryer available.
- Outside: there's a lovely, south-westerly facing terrace and garden area, furnished with 2 sunloungers & parasol. It’s peaceful too as it’s at the back of the house away from communal areas. Barbeque available.
- Swimming pool: good size and shared between the 18 small properties. Secured for children by perimeter fence and alarm; not heated.
- Internet: Wi-Fi is available for your laptop.
- Telephone: landline is available here – please ask for details.
- Baby facilities: not available as of Aug 10, but maybe in the future. It would be necessary to take your own travel cot, or please ask us regarding a local hire company.
- Damage deposit: the owner requests a damage deposit of ??? Euros on arrival. This will be refunded to you at the end of your stay, less the replacement cost of any breakages.
- Bed & bathroom linen: included in the rental cost.
- Electric & water: included in the rental cost.
- Winter heating: reversible heating, included in the rental cost. This property also has air-conditioning throughout.
- End-of-stay cleaning: included in the rental cost for weekly stays; however charged separately for shorter stays – please ask for details.
- Taxe de Séjour: in
- Change over day: normally a Saturday however the owners may be flexible upon request.
- Long weekend stays: possible here – please ask for details. Longer term lets also possible out of the high season months.
- Pets: not permitted here – sorry.
- Smoking: not permitted inside this property (terrace OK).
- Environmental features: communal recycling bins.
How To Get There
- By Car – from the
- By Air – Nice-Cote d’Azur is the nearest international airport – approximately 12 kilometres away (15 mins drive). There are daily flights from the
- By Train – Eurostar runs from
- Full directions will be sent to you once you have made a booking.
