Situated at the heart of this wonderful Medieval village, Biot, this wonderful 18th Century villa is available for holiday rentals. The 400sqm 3 level property comprises a 9-4m pool, a 1200sqm private garden and countryside views.
The large welcoming street door leads up a pretty path to the entrance door. The accommodation comprises 4 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Three of the bedrooms have fire places together with wonderful comfortable lounging areas within the bedrooms. There are 3 separate very spacious sitting rooms, an independent office,separate dining hall and a cosy breakfast area. The kitchen is also very spacious and has recently been renovated. It is fully equipped with an american fridge, breakfast area, dishwasher and Gas cooker with 2 ovens. The dining room has vaulted ceilings and is very large.
The property benefits from satellite television with worldwide channels, all film and international sporting channels, Netflix and Apple TV. It has a recently designed and furnished cinema room, perfect for when you plan on staying in.
The beautifully maintained garden is full of orange, lemon, olive, apricot and palm trees aswell as roses and jasmin.There is a spectacular waterfall feature that illuminates at night. Outside there is also a barbecue and ample seating and dining space, perfect for al fresco dining. The swimming pool can be heated (at a surcharge of 120€ per week if requested)
The internal garage has space for 2 large cars plus 1 additional exterior parking space. The villa has air conditioning throughout and is just a 50 meter walk to the 500 year old village of Biot.
It is just a few minutes walk to the charming village square of Place General de Gaulle and the interesting pottery and craft stores. Biot is full of Restaurants Coffee Shops, Bars, paper shop,and a Boulangerie together with Museums and Artist and Glass and antique Galleries. The area is extremely quiet and the property is not overlooked.
Location-wise it is situated just 3km from the coast.
Nice Cote d'Azur airport - 15-20 minutes
Antibes Old Town - 15 minutes
Cannes - 25-30 minutes
Marineland and Aquasplash - a short 5 minute drive.
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Other Interior Facilities
Child's high chair, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Dish washer, Grill, Kitchen stove, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Toaster, Air conditioning, Central heating, Fireplace, DVD-Player, Broadband Internet, Stereo system, Telephone, TV (Satellite)Clothes dryer, Iron & Board, Washing machine, Buzzer, Fire Extinguisher, First aid kit, Security system, Smoke Detector, Vacuum cleaner, Ping-Pong-Table, Pool table,
Local Attractions
History of the Villa - Le Veille Poterrie
The Old Pottery was originally built in the 17h century constructed completely with local stone
The wall are between 2 an 1 meter thick in order or to insulate from the heat to be retained for curing the and storing the products It also insulates from the full heat of he day from the outside and from the cold in the winter
It manufactured the hand made Provencal Garden Jars and pottery that you can still see and also find in the Biot Museum today.
In the Fifties a very famous French film director call Claude Autant Laura saw the potential in converting The Old pottery into a very large Family Home
Claude Lara played host to many of the Artists that lived in the area including Picasso Fernidand Leger,,Marc Chaghal ,Raymond Peynet………….
The villa was further modernized 15 Years ago by an Italian Porche car racing test driver
Then 3 months ago brought up the Latest Standards by Jaleh and Lawrence Falk Who recently moved from their home Mas Fleuri in Antibes a favourite Villa for many years for their International guests
Jaleh was until recently a Costumier -in- Chief for English and French Film Industry and Lawrence ran a chain of well know hairdressing salons in Central London and latterly and Chief hair dresser in the Film Industry.
Jaleh and Lawrence have been very successful in running Villa Renting business for 25 Years in the South of France and have vast experience in guests needs
In The Old Pottery they have used their Style and Creative ability the make The Vielle Pottery of Biot stylish and artistic and completely sympathetic, to the Old yet super comfortable haven to bring it to life in for21st Century interior styling together with their own art Paintings and sculptures
Together with art treasures collected from their visits around the world
It has been awarded a full 5 star rating by the `French Minsrty of tourism and is a listed historic building
Views of the Cap d'Antibes and the Mediterranean 3 kms away
Many Golf Courses nearby, the Closest in Biot 500 Meters
This Villa is True Romance, unique, and a veritable Coup De Coura Magnificent Family home for Holidaying in the south of France
Special Rental Conditions
Remaining balance due 60 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
All paid prepayments are non-refundable.
Damage deposit:
A refundable damage deposit of 1500.00 € (EUR) is due.
All Rates to include Water, Gas, Electricity and WIFI
Gov Tax 1.50E per Person Per Night
Departure Clean 200E
Dogs at 75E Per dog Per Week
Refundable Security Deposit 1500E
Please make sure your dog has their up to date treatment for parasites prior to arrival.
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Property Exterior
Local Attractions
The Old Pottery was originally built in the 17h century constructed completely with local stone
The wall are between 2 an 1 meter thick in order or to insulate from the heat to be retained for curing the and storing the products It also insulates from the full heat of he day from the outside and from the cold in the winter
It manufactured the hand made Provencal Garden Jars and pottery that you can still see and also find in the Biot Museum today.
In the Fifties a very famous French film director call Claude Autant Laura saw the potential in converting The Old pottery into a very large Family Home
Claude Lara played host to many of the Artists that lived in the area including Picasso Fernidand Leger,,Marc Chaghal ,Raymond Peynet………….
The villa was further modernized 15 Years ago by an Italian Porche car racing test driver
Then 3 months ago brought up the Latest Standards by Jaleh and Lawrence Falk Who recently moved from their home Mas Fleuri in Antibes a favourite Villa for many years for their International guests
Jaleh was until recently a Costumier -in- Chief for English and French Film Industry and Lawrence ran a chain of well know hairdressing salons in Central London and latterly and Chief hair dresser in the Film Industry.
Jaleh and Lawrence have been very successful in running Villa Renting business for 25 Years in the South of France and have vast experience in guests needs
In The Old Pottery they have used their Style and Creative ability the make The Vielle Pottery of Biot stylish and artistic and completely sympathetic, to the Old yet super comfortable haven to bring it to life in for21st Century interior styling together with their own art Paintings and sculptures
Together with art treasures collected from their visits around the world
It has been awarded a full 5 star rating by the `French Minsrty of tourism and is a listed historic building
Views of the Cap d'Antibes and the Mediterranean 3 kms away
Many Golf Courses nearby, the Closest in Biot 500 Meters
This Villa is True Romance, unique, and a veritable Coup De Coura Magnificent Family home for Holidaying in the south of France
In the area
This Property is situated in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Cote-d`Azur
Nearest Airport: Nice 15-20 minutes
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Please note that the location on this map is an approximate guide, normally to the closest town or village.