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Seafront Penthouse Loft

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Property grounds
Marina
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 439 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Villefranche-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
  • Promenade des Anglais
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Port of Nice
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place Massena
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Seafront Penthouse Loft

Our charming 1 bedroom/1 bathroom penthouse is sunny and cozy. The private rooftop terrace has a stunning 180 degree view of the beautiful Villefranche-Sur-Mer bay. The apartment is situated on the top story of the historic Palais de la Marine, which is located just down the street from the old town and directly across the street from the bay. The Palais de la Marine has an elevator to the 4th floor. Our flat is located just 1 floor above on the top floor, just 1 flight of stairs. The bedroom has a queen size bed which is open to the living area and can be closed off with a privacy screen. The living room has a sofa with a pullout bed. The kitchen and bathroom have been recently renovated. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking. Watch the fishermen come in each morning while sipping your coffee on the terrace, you are just a 2 minute walk to the dock where the fishermen sell their daily catch. The town's weekly market is every Sunday. The weekly market, grocery store, boulanger, patisserie, wine store and many wonderful restaurants are all just steps away. The pristine beach of Villefranche is a top rated beach on the Cote D'Azur and is a short walk from the flat. The quaint town is charmingly beautiful and truly magical after dark. The Italian border is 30 minutes away. If you get the urge for a more cosmopolitan scene, Nice is just a 10 minute drive or train ride away. The glamorous and ritzy Monaco is 20 minutes away by car or train. Whether you are a francophile, oenophile, foodie, golfer, sun worshiper, ski enthusiast, scuba diver/snorkler or a glitzy jet setter, Villefranche-sur-Mer has everything you need and want. The train and bus stations are just a few minutes walk from the flat. There are also 5 private parking spaces available on a first come first serve basis and public paid parking is nearby. This is a non smoking apartment but smoking is permitted on the terrace. ASK ABOUT OUR INSTITUT DE FRANÇAIS DISCOUNT!!!!!

Property manager

Suzie Thompson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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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
There is a 170 Euros meet and greet, laundry and cleaning fee payable in cash upon check in.

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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 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

Villefranche-sur-Mer

Located by the ocean, this apartment is in Old Town, a neighbourhood in Villefranche-sur-Mer. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Villefranche-sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

What's nearby

  • Villa Ephrussi - 10 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Promenade des Anglais - 13 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Port of Nice - 14 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Place Massena - 15 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paloma Beach - 29 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Villefranche-sur-Mer Station - 4 min walk
  • Garibaldi Tram Station - 11 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espuma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Good Mood Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Praia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lou Bantry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Cosmo - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seafront Penthouse Loft pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Seafront Penthouse Loft located?

Located in Old Town, this apartment building is steps from Baie des Anges and within 3 mi (5 km) of Promenade des Anglais and Port of Nice. Place Massena is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Villefranche-sur-Mer Station is only a 4-minute walk and Beaulieu sur Mer Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing holiday
We spent 5 blissful days in this peaceful apartment. The view from the balcony was stunning and we loved taking a morning swim right outside the building. We hope to come back again next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We stayed in the apartment for the end of Le Tour 2024, what a great location. The apartment had all the necessary equipment including a washing machine and an Air Conditioner. Coffee machine was supplied including sufficient pods for our 5 days. We loved our stay - thank-you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment!
We loved staying at Suzie & Scott's place in VilleFranche. Location was perfect and the space was well appointed. Marie-Laure was helpful and very responsive! Thank you so much! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three generations
Great location and smooth communication with owner and local contact person.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view.
We had a wonderful stay in the apartment. Great for 2 people. View is fantastic. Location is quiet and away from the noise of the restaurants and busy areas but so close to walk to everything. The train station is a few mins walk away but you barely hear the trains. Kitchen was well equipped and had everything that we needed. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great base to visit the surrounding areas or just spend the days at the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We absolutely loved our stay. The location of the apartment was just perfect. You can jump into the water from right outside the apartment if you don't want to stroll to the beach. We did this every day!! The apartment is bigger than the photos portray. There was plenty of room for the three of us. Lovely large shower and comfy beds. And obviously the view is stunning. We loved Villefranche. The restaurant up the hill called bistro l'etoile was superb and good value for money. Thank you...we can't wait to return 😁
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hovsep T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Villefranche-sur-Mer
Really enjoyed our stay at this property! Waterfront with a great view of the sea and the gorgeous surroundings from the private terrasse. Check-in process was super smooth with the property manager and she was responsive for all our questions. Ideal place for couples visiting French Riviera. Everything was well maintained and many amenities at our disposition. If ever in the area again will try to grab that and highly recommend it to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect beach getaway.. a little piece of heaven
What a perfect beach getaway! We really loved our stay at this pretty, clean and comfortable apartment on the ocean. Comfortable bed and linens, comfortable furniture, a nice balcony for enjoying a petit dejeuner or a glass of wine... Such a perfect location! The beach and swimming was perfect, restaurants literally at your doorstep, and a train just above the beach that runs every 15 minutes to Nice, Eze, Cannes, Monaco and towns in between. Just a perfect stay, and Suzie and the prop. mgr. Marie-Laure made everything so easy. Many thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villefranche sur Mer 23
The rental was a top choice for the view and location. Gianfranco, the “concierge” for the building was most kind and helpful. The apartment was perfect for my wife and I. Clean, well equipped, comfortable and the view from the balcony was spectacular. Thank you Suzie, Scott, and Gianfranco!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has it all - with almost everything within walking distance.
The property is very comfortable, clean, and has a stunning view of the Bay of Villefranche Sur Mer. It is steps away from restaurants on the water that excel in service and food; as well as shops, and a fresh fishmonger. Villefranche Sur Mer is a sophisticated small town close to Nice, Monaco, Cannes, and other towns on the Côte d’Azur. All amenities are within walking distance: shops, restaurants, grocery, pharmacies, post office, a beautiful long sandy beach, as well as the train station and bus stations for taking excursions to other towns. Another nearby attraction is Cap Ferrat and the Baronness d’Ephrussy-Rothschild Villa and gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this lovely seaside apartment in the sky. It had all the amenities you could need. It was very clean, cozy, with modern conveniences, and old rustic beams overhead. If you wish to relax and watch tv at the end of a long day make sure to bring your streaming passwords. The apt. is perfect for 1-2 people, but anymore would be too tight, imo. The apartment is SO close to everything you need- restaurants, the beach, and the train is only a 5 minute straight walk. Marie Laure, and Suzie, answered the many questions I had prior to and during my trip. They were very gracious hosts. I would definitely stay again if they would welcome me.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it NOW!!
Words like magnificent and spectacular don't capture the magic of this property! It was beyond our expectation in so many ways: great restaurants just steps away, fabulous balcony views over the water, comfortable bed; lots of hot water in shower, speedy internet, property manager easy to access/ask questions. The space itself is nicely decorated and comfy, and because of an elevator in the building, this loft apartment is only one flight of stairs (we're senior couple and had no trouble) Con: only potential con is that the loft apartment has some sloped ceilings. My 6 ft husband had to be aware in a few spots, but not a real issue; however basketball players, beware (hehe)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

cecile g.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bon séjour
Tout est très bien
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very charming apartment apartment in a great location.
We felt very privileged to stay in your top floor apartment for a week. It was the perfect base for our first stay on the Riviera. Enjoying a morning coffee on the balcony while watching the sunrise over the harbour is pretty special. Of course, the balcony works just as well for a pre dinner drink. The apartment is well equiped with everything needed for an extended stay. The only negative is that the apartment is obviously set up for 2 + 2 guests and the extra furnishing required for this does make it feel a little cluttered. Sometime less is more...
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Villefranche
Stayed for 4 days at the lovely apartment. 360 degree views from the balcony are gorgeous. The town of Villefranche is charming, train or bus are not far away so you can explore the Cote d'Azur without a car. The apartment is well equipped, comfy bed, good quiet aircon and the building supervisor Giancarlo is around to help or have a good chat. The only issues were 1; I banged my head a few times on the low beams, but that's entirely my fault for being clumsy! 2; Saturday night on the balcony drinking rose wine was ruined by a very load wedding party from the restaurant below, terrible music been pumped out at ear splitting volume until past1am. I went to complain but the guy said they had a licence for the event so tough luck. I would suggest next time they inform Giancarlo so he can warn guests in the future of load events. Otherwise a lovely stay at Suzie's lovely place. Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephane l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Les pieds dans l'eau
Le logement est absolument parfait pour un couple, la situation dans villefranche sur mer , proche de l'eau, des restaurants.... Le train est à 3 minutes soit direction Nice ou Monaco ! La vue de la petite terrasse est magnifique , le petit + avec un service de conciergerie géré par gfranco au top Stephane et Florence
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanaz P., San Francisco, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great and very attentive resident Manager.
Very nice stay!
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best of Villefranche-sur-Mer
Wonderful location and cozy appartement with beautiful harbor views from terrace. Excellent professional service from booking to departing. Property manager Gianfranco was attentive and really went out of his way to make our stay enjoyable. I couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcome to the best of the French Riviera!
Excellent location! The washing machine wasn’t advertised but it would have allowed us to pack fewer clothes had we known We rented a car but it was really unnecessary given the location
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant, convenient with absolutely beautiful views
I enjoyed staying at this apartment very much. It's so close to the train station, a grocery store, restaurants, etc. Above all, the views from the apartment are really beautiful. It was clean and well kept.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to kick back and enjoy the quiet side of the French Riviera
We loved this place! The loft has a wonderful view. It is quiet and comfortable and well equipped with everything you need. The location is exceptional. It is very close to the busstop and train station. With the bus you can be in 10 minutes in Nice or you can take the train to Cannes or Menton. Gianfranco is very helpful and friendly. We highly recommend tis place.
Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views over the bay
We had a very enjoyable stay at the apartment, and particularly liked being at the heart of the town with easy access to the shops and station. Public transport is great and can get you all over the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

laurence n.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Seule à l’arrivée
Personne ne fut prévenu de mon arrivée… le ménage ne fut donc pas fait . Accueil ensuite par Gian franco très gentil . Logement très agréable et très bien placé. Je reviendrai
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean Pierre S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
site magnifique
Très bon accueil , disponibilité et amabilité de la personne responsable du bon déroulement de votre séjour . Propreté du studio parfaite . Je reviendrai surement
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location to waterfront!
Beautiful property with everything you need to feel right at home on vacation. I would happily stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Suzie Thompson

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