La Floraison

Grasse Cote d'Azur villa with heated pool and tennis court – originally a farm that produced flowers for the use of local perfume makers, beautifully refurbished La Floraison is a true delight. From its heated pool and full-size hard surface tennis court to the superb grounds and comfortable, partly air-conditioned interior, this large French Riviera villa is the ideal place for a week or more of pure relaxation, either as a holiday or to celebrate a special occasion.

The position of the house in a residential area, in its own 7 acres of beautifully tended grounds, means you can enjoy the setting - and your privacy - to the full. However, La Floraison enjoys all the advantages of proximity to the centre of an important and lively university town, with great restaurants and shops nearby. Having explored Grasse, do go further afield: La Floraison gives you easy access to appealing inland villages such as Cabris and Valbonne and to Riviera resorts such as Cannes.

Cannes is only about 10 miles’ drive and would make an excellent day out: head for the pretty, older districts of Le Suquet or Le Cannet and enjoy the restaurants and the views; or you might like to take a 20-minute ferry trip to the Iles des Lerins, or a stroll along the famous La Croisette promenade. There are beaches here but if you prefer somewhere quieter head west along the coast a little towards Theoule-sur-Mer. For children, this part of France offers a plethora of fun and memorable activities - you'll be spoilt for choice!

Nearest shops & restaurant 1.5 miles, Grasse centre under 3 miles, Mouans-Sartoux 2.5 miles, Cabris & Valbonne 6.5 miles, Cannes 10 miles & nearest beach 13 miles, Theoule-sur-Mer 17 miles, Nice airport 20 miles, Nice old town 24 miles.

Nearest golf at St Donat 2.5 miles, tennis at Mouans-Sartoux. Labyrinthe de Sortileges 13 miles, Marineland Antibes 17 miles, Canyon Forest 18 miles.

Accommodation:

GROUND FLOOR

Living room with French doors opening onto the garden
Dining room with French doors opening onto the garden and seating for 10 and 8. The living & dining rooms can be opened up into one large space if desired
Kitchen
Guest WC
Twin bedroom (2x 0.9m) with en-suite shower room, WC

FIRST FLOOR

Master double bedroom (1.8m) with dressing room, air conditioning & en-suite bathroom with WC
Double/twin bedroom (1.8m or 2x 0.9m), air conditioning, en-suite bathroom with WC
Double/twin bedroom (1.8m or 2x 0.9m), air conditioning, en-suite bathroom with WC
Study with PC/printer and sofa: steps lead up to a Mezzanine with a Single bed (0.9m), en-suite shower room with WC. A French window opens onto a private terrace and gives access to the swimming pool

SECOND FLOOR

Second Master double bedroom (1.8m) with a dressing room, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom with WC
Twin bedroom (2x 0.9m)
Twin bedroom (2x 0.9m)
Shower room, WC

GROUNDS

Approximately 7 acres of grounds comprising mature trees (olive, orange, lemon, fig, pine and cypress), shrubs, gardens and lawns. Sun and dining terraces. Gated & heated 8.5m x 6.5m salt water swimming pool (depth 1.8m throughout) with Roman steps entrance. Fenced hard surface tennis court. Table tennis. Two fountains. Portable charcoal barbecue. Parking for 5 cars plus garage space for one car.

Please note: the cottage at the entrance of the drive is occupied by the unobtrusive caretaker.