Luxury Villa Rental with Private Pool in St-Paul-de-Vence on Cote-d`Azur Reviews

Absolutely Lovely
This is an absolutely gorgeous place. At first appearance it appears charmingly rustic but it comes with all "mod cons". We found no shortcomings in terms of kitchen, bathrooms, laundry etc. In particular, the kitchen is large with tons of fridge space. The bedrooms on the upper floor are high-ceilinged and airy which meant that we were comfortable even in the July heat.

The swimming pool got a lot of use. It is salt water which means no chlorine irritation. There is plenty of lawn space for relaxing and games.

There is a stone patio just off the kitchen which is shaded for much of the day by a large old tree which means that dining outside is comfortable and convenient.

In short, the house and grounds met and exceeded all expectations.

The location is very convenient. It is only 20-25 minutes outside of Nice by car but feels very removed from any urban setting. Before we went we were told that St. Paul-de-Vence was a must-visit and we were pleasantly surprised to find that this charming old town is, in fact, a short (20 minute?) walk from the house. Dinner in St. Paul-de-Vence is a great option as is a simple game of boules (with a beverage from the local bistro) in the square outside the town walls. Remember to bring a flashlight when you walk home.

This is a real gem and is a place that I would recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy a stay in the south of France that mixes local charm with the conveniences of home (if your home is in North America or the UK).

Old time character with modern conveniences

Old time character with modern conveniences

5 of 5

This beautiful villa with all the modern conveniences is the perfect place for a holiday!!We spent many hours either before or after our daily jaunt relaxing outside in the lovely garden or inside by the fire.

It is just minutes away from St. Paul de Vence with its many art galleries and fine restaurants.

In addition, it lends itself to the many other medieval villages and beautiful towns along the Cote d' Azur.

It is the perfect place for a special holiday!!

La Sonine is a gorgeous villa inside and out.
The villa was a perfect choice! The grounds and pool were so well kept, and the inside was decorated beautifully. The kitchen and the four bathrooms were all up to date with modern appliances and fixtures. The owner was so informative about the locale, and the manager of the home was always available. The location was perfect in order to visit many nearby sites or even for a beautiful walk to the nearby village of St. Paul de Vence. We hope to some day return and stay at La Sonine.

Beautiful rental property


Lovely very we'll maintained property with comfortable interiors and very good quality appliances and kitchen.

Extensive garden in attractive countryside yet very close to all amenities.

Friendly management and lovely cleaning lady, the information supplied on things to do in the area and useful telephone numbers etc was fantastic.

An ideal family or group rental.

A perfect house in idyllic surroundings.


The house within a magical setting was truly spectacular. The location was perfect the pool large and the interior was modernized to a high standard whilst being simple, elegant as well as homely.

The owners clearly know the area passionately and provide a 'bible' that proved accurate and very helpful.

Our stay could not have been better and we intend to return with our family again.

Amazing and gorgeous. The perfect getaway.
My wife and I chose La Sonine as vacation home and as a location for our wedding ceremony. Several of our friends stayed with us at the villa also, along with our 1-year-old son. It was absolutely perfect in all respects. On top of the spacious comfortable rooms, every single picture taken there was beautiful. Everything about it down to the fine details was exquisite.

beautiful accommodation and perfect position
Our family of two adults, two 13 year olds and an 8 year old stayed at La Sonine at a time of year where the weather wasn't particularly consistent but the villa was so well equipped and homely that we still enjoyed every minute of our stay. Everything in this sprawling villa is absolutely pristine. Having just benefitted from a refurb' we couldn't find fault with any aspect of the accommodation. The quality of the rooms, bathrooms and relaxation areas is first class and we didn't want to leave. The kids were thrilled with the 'fooseball table' in the basement and spent hours happily playing on it plus the new enourmous plasma TV (english channels available)proved a hit with them when the weather outside wasn't so great. Most of all we enjoyed sitting around the log fire in the evening together and just relaxing. We did use the garden once or twice when the sun came out and it is just a wonderful space that's surrounded by a forested area and so feels really peaceful and calm.

The position of La Sonine is second to none. There's just no where like the village St Paul de Vence which is just up the road from the villa. Wandering the ancient cobbled alleyways browsing through the art galleries and gift shops and then catching a glimpse of the stunning coastline from its position high on the hillside is just one of life's greatest pleasures.

I can only imagine how idyllic La Sonine is in more clement weather, with the french doors open and the kids swimming in the pool. Breakfast outside in the sun and an infinite choice of beautiful French villages all within a short distance.

I spent a long time searching for the right place to rent in this area and La Sonine was without doubt an exceptional find. Highly recommended.

La Sonine
Having made an enquiry through the website, I was contacted promptly by the owner. She provided comprehensive details about the property and excellent information about the area. Upon arrival, we found everything to be as described. Despite this not being part of the normal rental agreement, the owner and manager were happy to arrange additional ironing/cleaning/babysitting as we required. The lady provided was reasonably priced and did an excellent and efficient job. We were spoilt for choice of bedrooms on arrival as there were only four in our party. This enabled our two boys each to have a beautiful double bedroom with terrace or balcony while we took the room that led directly to the pool. Normally we also travel with grandparents, and the house could easily have accommodated them as well comfortably.The house has plentiful seating, both inside and out and adequate dining facilities. It has an interesting mix of Far Eastern and Provencal art, creating an individual and homely environment very far removed from buy-to-let properties. The grounds were impeccably maintained and the pool quite the cleanest and trouble free we have ever enjoyed. It enjoys a perfect position, being 25 mins walking distance to St Paul de Vence yet in a very peaceful position at the edge of woods. I understand that the kitchen is about to be completely renovated so the house should be in superb condition for future rentals. I would certainly recommend this property.

La Sonine - A Dream in the South of France


We had search several web sites looking for a villa in the south of France. When we found La Sonine we searched the web site and it was most helpful in reviewing the property and its amenities. We had a wonderful time and the villa was truly our home base as we explored the French Riviera. Locate in what became our favorite city, St. Paul, it is close to everything and has the peace and quite you so much appreciate when return for the evening. The property manager was most helpful and very willing to assist you with your questions on the local sites and the surrounding area. From the initial inquiry and through the booking process the villa owners were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The informational guides sent to us was very helpful in our travels through out France. The villa has an information booklet that was a real bonus in planning our sightseeing and tours of the Riviera.

We enjoyed evenings at the property and soon decided to have dinner there instead of the areas several restaurants. The property manager found us a superb cook and it was pure pleasure to enjoy a terrific French meal in the comfort of the villa. There were eight in our party and all thought we had found the perfect villa - a great place and we look forward to returning.

Great experience and hope to return someday
My extended family had a reunion at La Sonine for a week in July 2010. What an amazing place, location and experience! We had 4 sets of couples - 8 adults total. We even hired a local private chef for two evenings and that was a superb alternative to eating out a few times. La Sonine was the perfect spot to explore St Paul and Vence, although we found it difficult to leave the house. All around a great experience, fantastic location, rooms, grounds, pool, patio, etc. Would be quite pleased to return here again!