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SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach

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A rare gem for a vacation rental in central Nice.
The kitchen itself boasts the best of modern conveniences.
The master bedroom is adorned with floral wallpaper and cream-coloured curtains.
The second bedroom is found across the hallway.
The 3rd bedroom benefits from 2 single beds (90cm), ideal for children & friends

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6106 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur
  • Promenade des Anglais
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place Massena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Port of Nice
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach

COVID-19: In an effort to help deliver an experience where our guests feel safe while staying with Sunlight Properties, we would like to confirm our commitment to cleaning all our properties at a high standard. Protocols include disinfecting and sanitisation methods, with a special focus on all surfaces, remotes, light switches, doors and handles. Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.

NOTE: Nightly rate is standard for 6 nights or more.
Stays under 6 nights are possible. Please enquire directly on HomeAway or on our website.

When the stay is less than 5 days then the nightly price is higher in order to cover turnover costs of linens, cleans, supplies, and management

NEIGHBOURHOOD
Cristal's location allows you to be at the very heartbeat of the Old Town, mixing with locals and tourists alike. Whilst quick access to the Nice tram and bus routes ensure your days of discovery are maximised to the full.

Cristal overlooks rue de L'Abbaye and rue Saint Vincent and has the rare and exceptional advantage of being undisturbed by the noise. Amidst its bundle of picturesque narrow streets dotted with cultural attractions, night venues, shopping opportunities and restaurants, it yields the ideal set for a sightseeing tour, a shopping spree or a gastronomic experience. Last, but by no means the least, enjoy discovering the fine French wines of the region and beyond.

BUILDING
With all of the modern comforts "Cristal" boasts all of the amenities that you would expect from a luxury hotel with air conditioning, the latest entertainment services, and hotel quality bedding. Expect luxury and authenticity at this unique apartment, from which you will never want to leave.

This gorgeous apartment awaits you on the 2nd floor. Unlike most Niçois buildings, it benefits from an elevator from the 1st floor. Please note: steps from the ground floor need to be taken up one floor to catch the elevator. Warning: elevator is quite narrow - strollers can only fit in, when folded.


LIVING AREA
The front door opens onto a welcoming double entrance hall, painted in a soft shade of grey. With grand high ceilings and French windows, relax while enjoying the soothing tones which fill every room.

The living space is wonderfully eclectic, with homely touches to enhance your stay. Care has been taken to incorporate the old with a touch of new, Nice old town charm meets ingenious functionality with the white lacquered, highly customized designed kitchen. Enjoyable and convivial moments can be shared with family and friends around the stainless steel kitchen area, with first class appliances by De Dietrich & Bosch.

The atmosphere is at once elegant and comfy, with a mix of soft upholstered chairs and sofas. The vintage-styled leather sofa rests beside the wall- mounted flat screen TV and might just be the prime place to relax.

A gorgeous chandelier twinkles and splashes its light on the marzipan cream colored walls, whilst comfortable armchairs sit around the rustic hardwood coffee table.

You will enjoy family and friends' reunions around the elegant yet functional dining table, with removable cover chairs.


KITCHEN
The beautiful parquet floor stands out against the sleek white kitchen. All open-plan, it has abundant countertop space and plenty of convenient storage. The attached cooking island doubles up as a pristine dining bar, with six bar stools.
The kitchen itself boasts the best of modern conveniences, with a full-sized American fridge and freezer, four gas hob rings, oven, microwave, and dishwasher.

Amenities include a washing machine and separate tumble dryer. These can be found conveniently nestled in the separate laundry room, along with a hand washbasin.

BEDROOMS
All three bedrooms feature air conditioning, "Herringbone" parquet, high ceilings and tall double glazed windows. Relaxing tones feature in every room and sumptuous hotel quality mattresses and bed linen are the final touches to make your stay as comfortable as it can be.

Bedroom 1, is adorned with a soft floral wallpaper and cream coloured curtains. Spacious and welcoming, it is stylish with an elegant chandelier, rococo style bedside tables, wall mounted reading lights and an extra large British king-size bed (190cm). The last essential of this room is the walk-in closet offering plenty of storage for your clothes and suitcases.

The second bedroom has a feature floral blossom wallpaper made up of of duck egg blue, pastel pink and antique cream. The room enjoys a King sized bed (160cm) and features a range of authentically styled period bathroom suites that combines yesterdays designs with today's technology.

The third bedroom is fresh and airy with light French grey and crisp white striped wallpaper. It features a vanity table and two single beds (90cm) and a double size dove grey wardrobe making it ideal for children or friends to share.

Bathroom 1 is the luxurious styled en-suite that is enjoyed by bedroom 1, it features a Victorian style free-standing bath, a porcelain hand basin and a spacious walk in shower. Victorian chrome taps and heated towel rail completes this 5 star deluxe suite.

Bathroom 2 with a toilet also offers his and hers marble wash basins set on a provencale vanity unit, above each basin is an ornate wall-mounted mirror. The stylish walk in shower offers rejuvenation at the end of your day.

In addition, this apartment has an elegant independent toilet with wash basin, as well as its very own separate laundry room housing a washing machine, spin dryer and wash basin.


-- All of our properties have a hairdryer, iron & ironing board, toiletries (including hand soap, shower gel, shampoo) and basic start up pack including toilet paper, bin bags, dishtowels, sponge.

-- Beach towels are available in apartment, but must be left clean, ready for the next guest. Otherwise, a supplement of 15€ per beach towel will be charged via credit card upon departure.

Security Deposit & Rules
-- Security Deposit: 500€ blocked by Credit Card on arrival, charged only when damage occurs

-- No Smoking, inside property. Smoking outside is permitted if there is a terrace or balcony available.

-- No Pets

Arrival Details

-- Please note that the following charges apply for late check-in, payable in cash upon arrival: - 19:00 to 21:00: EUR 20 - 21:00 to 23:00: EUR 40 - Check-in after 23:00 is subject to approval and costs EUR 60. Please note that an additional EUR 50 charge applies to all arrivals on 24, 25 and 31 December, 1 January, Easter Sunday and 14 July.

Property manager

Sunlight Properties

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-- Possible cash surcharges for late arrivals/arrivals and on holiday dates. Enquire for more info.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nice

Located in Nice City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nice, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Port of Nice and Monaco Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Promenade des Anglais and CAP 3000 Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Circuit de Monaco or Allianz Riviera. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Cours Saleya - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Promenade des Anglais - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Place Massena - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of Nice - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hôtel Negresco - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station - 4 min walk
  • Parc Imperial Station - 6 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wayne's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hobo Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lac Chocolatier - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Lupita - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gelati Azzurro - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SunlightProperties CRISTAL - Exceptional - 2 mins from the beach located?

Located in Nice City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cours Saleya, Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena. Port of Nice and Hôtel Negresco are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station and Opera - Vieille Ville Tram Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

My family of 5 plus my sister loved our stay at Cristal. My son was studying abroad in Nice so we took advantage of spring break to make a quick trip from the US to visit. The location is second to none, too many restaurants, cafes, bars, shop to count steps from the door. Property management was excellent and included options for airport transports and grocery delivery at checkin. Truly a fantastic trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved staying here!! From location to service to the rooms!! So cozy and will return if I come back to Nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great Stay in Old Yown!

the apartment is as beautiful as described and very comfortable. the beds were all comfortable and everyone slept well. The location is in a perfect spot with great restaurants right outside your door. Tram stop is about a 3 minute walk away as is the beach. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Trip with couples

Cristal was a great stay overall and I was very pleased with the property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location and beautiful apartment

The apartment is in a great location in Old Nice. We loved being able to walk out our door and explore the restaurants and shops. It is beautifully decorated and well appointed with all of the items and amenities we needed. Check in was a smooth process. There was a good amount of street noise at night especially in one of the bedrooms. That is the trade off I suppose for the location. Also, you have to walk up half a flight of stairs to get to the lift. It was not an issue for us but if you have mobility issues, it is something to consider. Overall it was the perfect base for our Côte d’Azur visit and we would rent it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos A., Plano, TX. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our Stay

Great service and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Henrik N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Overrated

Very nice location but information about apartment had not been updated since long time ago and slow response times from agency.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WE LOVE NICE

This apartment was lovely and the location was amazing! We could walk to do many restaurants, shops, the opera, the tram, and the beach. We lived our stay and hope to return soon. The apartment was comfortable, beautiful, and the beds were comfortable also. We highly recommend the vrbo.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy in Nice

Beautiful property in a great location. Loved having the kitchen, washer/dryer and bathtub. Great showers with unbelievable water pressure and plenty of hot water. Just beware the area is loud at night so make sure you have ear plugs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Milton MA

Just as described

Enjoyed the week with my parents and children. The apartment is in the perfect location. We were welcomed and everything was as expected. Thank you for a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely stunning Nice

This is our 2nd stay at this property. Whilst we did have a few issues on check-in they were quickly attended to. The apartment is gorgeous and the location is perfect. As it is in the heart of the old town there is quite a bit of noise but that is to be expected. The apartment is surrounded by shops and restaurants - everything is at your doorstep.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing apartment in a great location

We stayed for 3 weeks in October 2023 and cannot recommend the apartment highly enough. It was extremely well appointed with plenty of kichen utensils/crockery, great towels, comfortable beds and great bed linen. The air conditioning was fantastic as was the ability to open windows on cooler days. The added benefit of a seperate washer and dryer for clothes was amazing. For us one of the outstanding features was the perfect location - close to the beach, near the fresh food market, surrounded by amazing shops and restaurants and with easy access to the tram and train which made it a great base for exploring areas out of Nice.
Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricks T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot in Vieux Nice!

Very well situated apartment in the heart of Vieux Nice. We arrived early, but the host was able to accommodate us. When we arrived, the internet wasn’t working but they immediately got a wireless hotspot in place, which worked perfectly for the length of our stay. The appliances all worked well, and the space was sufficient for all of us to be comfortable. The location is perfect for exploring Vieux Nice - mere steps from daily markets and a very wide range of restaurants. It’s also a very short, pleasant walk from the Promenade des Anglais. We recommend it and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana H., New York, NY USA

Gorgeous apartment in ideal location!

Gorgeous apt in ideal location! Diana was amazing to work with! We truly enjoyed our stay in Nice while staying at Cristal apt. We walked to Cours Saleya every morning and the beach every afternoon. Wonderful restaurants and fun bars all around, yet we slept very well in the quiet, well air conditioned bedrooms with the black out curtains. We hope to come back agagin soon! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Perfect Apartment in Okd Town Nice!!

Do not hestitate to book this apartment! It was the perfect location and home base for our family of five (3 adult ‘kids’ ages 23, 22 and 19.). Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living space were all updated, beautifully decorated and wonderfully clean. The communication with our host was great and the ‘extras’ were all there—wine, coffee, plenty of linens, etc. The only issue we had is that next time we’d like to stay longer!! Thank you for sharing your apartment with us!

8/10 Good

kevin f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old Nice - Nice Flat

Overall very good, the host was very good at communicating. The checkin process was a little bumpy due to us having many large bags and a rental car and driving down into Old Nice is very challenging. After a few days though, we were masters. The flat is nice with a large, updated kitchen and three nice bedrooms, and nice updated baths. It was so close to the very best places and the beach. The only negative is that there are loud partiers every night on the street below, and they often don't stop til morning. This is not the host's fault, just be aware. Overall a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

terry s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

French chic.

Property was beyond amazing! Beautifully decorated and equipped with all you could need. Check in was amazingly easy from being picked up at the airport to being greeted by the assistant and led to the apartment. Pictures do not do it justice. Perfectly located in old Nice for restaurants and shopping and close to the beach. Owners have so much taste for decor. And to top it off they even arranged transportation to the airport. Would give this apartment ten stars if I could. Want to come back for a longer stay. Well done!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A.

The Perfect Way to Experience Vieux Nice

Great location on a pedestrian street in Vieux Nice, with easy access to restaurants, the market and beach. In comparison with other apartments we have experienced in Europe, the apartment was quite spacious, very well equipped and functional. The kitchen is fairly newly remodeled and well supplied. The second floor location, with an elevator only from the 1st floor (second floor in US) could be an issue for those with some mobility impairment. Sunlight Properties were very pleasant to deal with, provided a good introduction to the apartment, including an excellent book of information and instructions.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Edward G., CA, USA

Exquisit space!

This is probably the 20th VRBO space I've rented and the nicest. It is completely refurbished and decorated beautifully. It looks just like the pictures. It had lots of plates and glasses and cookware so you are good to go if you want to cook. They started us off with two bottles of Rose in the fridge. Hanna, the manager was FANTASTIC! She gave all the info needed to use everything in the house and set up our airport ride, confirmed rides and recommended places for whatever we wanted. It is right downtown in Old Town Nice... walk out your door and tons of restaurants and entertainment and the beach 3 blocks away... shut the windows and its quiet. My only complaint is we only stayed 2 nights on our way from Paris to Rome... next time I will book a week! Thank you Hanna!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Wonderful Apartment,absolutely amazing location!!

Just completed our stay at Cristal and it was really a wonderful experience! We had our son and daughter-in-law, my 84 year old mother, my husband and myself. First, the check in process was so informative. Bogdan was very helpful in explaining the history as well as suggestions on things to do. The apartment was clean, well appointed, had a washer AND dryer which is rare in Europe. 3 bedrooms with luxury linens was such a welcome surprise! The location was absolutely perfect! One block from Cours Saleya, and at every turn, fabulous restaurants with one of the best wine shops just half a block away. The noise was the only caution. Because it is in such a great entertainment area, the noise level was fairly loud until the wee hours but a set of ear plugs helped tremendously. I would consider this apartment again regardless of that one issue because there were a lot of positive that out weighed that tiny issue.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JASON G.

Stunning apartment ideally situated in old part of Nice

From the outset we had great communication from the Sunlight property team. On arrival, we had an excellent complimentary one-way taxi service where we were met by Hannah. She spent time with us showing the property, how things work and answering questions about the local area. She was really brilliant and really helpful - thank you again. The property itself was beautiful - well appointed and extremely clean and tidy and plenty of kitchen and other accessories available. Fresh roses from the market also were provided as were two lovely bottles of Rose. Just a stunning apartment. Location of the property was ideal - a few minutes walk to the sea and close to all lovely shops/cafes and restaurants. A really brilliant location. Thoroughly enjoyed time in Nice waling along the promenade, in the markets and old part of Nice, the trip to Antibes and the bus ride along the coast to Monaco. 4 nights was great but could have spent longer! Overall, a very wonderful stay in a brilliant apartment in a really lovely area of France. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

James M., Canterbury

Spectacular!

We just stayed a week at Cristal and absolutely loved it. We had 3 generations ranging from their 60s to a 2 year old. The weather could not have been worse: snow and freezing rain for a week. We can tell you that the heat and hot water works just fine, The pictures show the apartment just how it is. Plenty of room and extremely well equipped to the point where there were champagne glasses when we needed them. I was not there for the instructional by Hanna but I heard that she was extremely thorough and covered all bases. What you may want to know is that, first, you will have to walk up at least one floor to even get to the elevator. No disability access that is for sure. Location could not be better, however. Close to everything that old town has to offer. Amazing number of restaurants within blocks. My summary is that I was off season, the weather was horrendous (snow on palm trees?!) but the apartment was warm and inviting. All of us really enjoyed it and recommend it without reservation. Great job!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Sonya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

In the heart of EVERYTHING

The apartment is wonderful. Very well stocked and clean. We ordered (for an extra cost) food for when we arrived. It was great because we didn't have to hit a grocery store for much at all. There were fresh flowers and the washer and dryer AND Air Conditioning were key!! The kitchen could NOT have been equipped better. French Press and cappuccino maker! Overall we felt completely comfortable and at home. The deep master bath tub was so relaxing. The location also couldn't be better, close to public transportation and 5 min walk to the beach. The only few critiques I'll give is that I didn't feel like anyone was immediately available if something happened. It took a full day for a response from the company when I messaged. There are a couple of spots that look like black mold in the showers and ceilings. There are some floor boards coming up in the middle of the main traffic area that every person in our family stubbed their toes on. That needs to be repaired. The tv/internet is agonizingly slow. I know we are not there to watch the tv, but at the end of a busy the day it's great to sit back and relax to a fun show or movie. And finally, the complementary uber ride never happened. When we clicked the link for the ride, there was no driver available. They happily rebooked a ride back to the airport and hence, same thing. No show driver, we ended up booking our own rides both ways. Thank you again for your beautiful home!! We will never forget our trip to Nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home!

What a lovely property. The location is perfect for a leisurely stay in Vieux Nice or for day trips along the Cote d'Azur. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by a delightful, gentlemen representing the property. He spent a great deal of time with my husband and myself thoroughly explaining the property and the local area. The apartment is very spacious with sky high ceilings and every imaginable convenience for a week long stay. It is beautifully appointed with many lovely touches such a fresh flowers, countless candles and home fragrances throughout. The kitchen is well equipped with every imaginable appliance and a plethora of glass and tableware. There is room for six at the dining table with three additional bar stools. The American size refrigerator along with dishwasher and microwave made the kitchen complete. The living room has comfortable seating for 5 with an entertainment system. The bathrooms are large with modern showers and the bathtub in the master was a welcoming treat after a long day. The beds were extremely comfortable and cloud-like... not to mention the luxury bed linens! Did I forget to mention the very convenient Bosh washer AND dryer?! Also, a very important feature for me was the air conditioning unit(s) throughout the apartment. Each room was able to adjust to just the right temperature. The apartment is conveniently located steps away from the Cours Saleya, grocery store and many local eateries. A walk to the Port of Nice was easy and stopping by Le Rocher for lunch or dinner is a must! The trolly is an easy five minute walk with the train station only 4 stops away leading to amazing adventures! Our stay at Cristal was the icing on the cake of our 2 week stay in France! Merci beaucoup! We look forward to our return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liv N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location, Lovely Apartment

This apartment is located in the heart of old town "vielle ville." The apartment is as depicted. The "hostess" was very prompt and responsive. We loved our stay and would definitely reserve this apartment again (and would recommend to friends). Pros: Just outside the door is a wine shop, rotisserie with delicious prepared foods, cute shops, and cafes; around the corner is a fantastic cheese shop, shop making fresh pasta and sauces, coffee shop (Hobo), and great restaurants, bakery, daily market. Comfortable beds. Air condition works well (a note for Americans who like their AC super cold--in Europe it is not likely that you will get AC that cold, so manage expectations). We were completely comfortable with a top sheet and light blanket at night. The AC in the living area was fine as well. Water pressure is good. We also used water from the sink to fill our water bottles and it was good. Washer and dryer are separate, which is nice. Large drying rack and great iron/ironing board included. Beach towels are provided (I think we had 6 or 7). Very large apartment! Cons: elevator at level 1, so you must take stairs up one flight, then you can take the elevator up one more flight to the apartment which is on level 2 (the ground floor in Europe is known as 0). This was not an issue for us as the stairs were not steep, but for those with mobility issues, it could be. Mildew/mold grows very fast in the bathroom shower floor (only the shower floor though). Upon our arrival, the floor of the shower had a lot of mold. I cleaned it, but it was growing back at the end of our one-week stay. I mentioned this to the host and they were responsive about the situation. The water heater shuts off automatically at the main breaker. Guests need to monitor the breaker to make sure the heater hasn't flipped "off." The breaker panel is in the hallway, so it is easy to check on. This was a minor quirk. Any European apartment in an older part of town is likely to have some quirk, so this isn't a major issue. I just want to mention it, so guests are fully aware. The dryer is ventless so it takes a while to dry laundry (sometimes several cycles for towels). Leave extra time if doing laundry. You can hear street noise if people are rowdy in a couple of the bedrooms. Staying in old town, this is unavoidable. Just be aware (the queen bedroom was super quiet). Once again, I would happily stay here again. The apartment is perfectly located.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sunlight Properties

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Property managed by Sunlight Properties: with over 15 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, we fully manage and rent out extraordinary homes for perfect holidays. Luxurious properties, easy booking and an eco-conscience is the minimum that you can expect.

The owner of our Cristal apartment is an interior designer with a heart of gold. You will immediately notice her impeccable flair for design as you step into the apartment. Her property is her pride and joy, and she delights in making every effort so that her guests feel "at home away from home". Nothing makes her happier than knowing her guests have loved their stay at her place and plan to return, summer after summer.

Why they chose this property

Nice, away from the hustle of Paris and just a short flight or picturesque train ride away, is where we like to go to slow down. That sea breeze, the slow strolls along Promenade des Anglais, the elegance: It's the French Riviera at its best. Walking around "Vieux Nice," the old city, is one of our favourite ways to experience it all: Clock the colourful range of yellow, red, and ocher facades; the abundance of flower and antiques shops.

In the summer, cool off in the maze of narrow streets, popping into terraces, cafés, and local shops. Take a walk around the market of the Cours Saleya, where you can shop for local goods like flowers, olive oil or lavender soaps. For lunch - the food scene is second to none with an abundance of divine restaurants popping up on every corner.

Add in the gentle Mediterranean weather... Blessed with over 300 days of sunshine per year...It's impossible not to fall in love.

What makes this property unique

Impeccably-designed and perfectly-located in the heart of the city - this apartment has it all. Pick Cristal if you would like to enjoy the luxury standard of a boutique hotel - with the privacy that a holiday rental can offer. All 2 mins walk from the beach!

Languages:

English, French