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Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning

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La Sonine view to pool
La Sonine - Entrance
Pool
Dining room to kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10350 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saint-Paul-De-Vence, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Fondation Maeght
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Allianz Riviera
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning

La Sonine is a beautiful stone-built villa, nestled in 5500 sq meters of garden and wood-lands just 1km walk from the walled hill-top village of St. Paul de Vence, one of the world's most beautiful medieval villages. We are in a unique position bordered by protected forest lands and therefore offer rare peace and privacy in the heart of Cote d'azur. The grounds are extensive with lawn for croquet and badminton, forest for shady naps and children's adventures and various sunny terraces for basking. The villa is typically French in style with ancient terra-cotta floors, arched windows and simple elegant furnishings. Inside, there are 4 double bedrooms, all en-suite. We completed a full remodelling of all bathrooms and kitchen in 2013 - all our guest comment on what a pleasure it is to be in a villa so well and beautifully equipped! With 12 years rental experience behind us, we can help make your gathering unique - we even know an opera singer to serenade you. Our garden and terraces make a gorgeous place to host a dinner or special event. Just email us to explore how we can help.

Underfloor heating provides comfort to our Christmas and mid-season guests. Two bedrooms have spacious private terraces, one opens onto the garden and tiled pool and the 4th enjoys its own access from outside. Check out a video of the grounds here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgMUQKM8UVA

The furniture and furnishings all originate in France, China, Japan and Indonesia and have been carefully chosen to create a simple but elegant Asian/French atmosphere.

The cupola-ceilinged dining room seats 8 and the spacious and light sitting-room has a fabulous fireplace, card table and gorgeous artwork. The kitchen has just been remodelled\fully equipped, including 2 fridges, Nespresso, Quooker, ice-maker, food processor, micro-wave and lots of cook-books, 2 ovens for our culinary guests and underfloor heating for Christmas and off-season guests.

In the basement is a large TV/Games room with flat-screen T.V.,
DVD player, DVDs, Ping Pong, Table Football, books, games and sofa-bed. The separate Laundry room is also in the basement and has Washer and Dryer and sink - very practical for large groups and busy families.

There are two bedrooms upstairs, both enjoying lovely private terraces and en-suite bathrooms. The spacious upstairs master bedroom, has a queen-size bed and walk-in wardrobe while the smaller 'blue and white' room has two single beds which can be pushed together to make a king if required. The master bedroom, with its king-size four-poster bed is located on the ground
floor and opens up onto the garden and pool area. This spacious room has a study area (with fax machine, scanner, printer) and sofa-bed should one wish to accommodate a child within the same room. The fourth bedroom is in the basement but is light and airy, due to a large glass door than offers independent access. This 'Japanese' room, enjoys a modern bathroom with double sinks in glass and multi-head shower.

Outside, the dining terrace off the kitchen seats 12 and makes an ideal place to eat during the day (when the cover of the oak tree provides welcome shade) and in the evening. The gas barbeque makes for easy al-fresco cooking and, if you prefer, there is also a charcoal version. The covered terrace off sitting room makes a lovely place for drinks and a quiet retreat from sun and pool. The stone and tile pool (4.5m x 11m) is heated, has an automatic, retractable security cover. The pool is salinated as opposed to chlorinated - salinsation is much gentler on the eyes and skin, having a PH level that is the same as one's eyes. It is surrounded by grass which is lovely under-foot and there are plenty of sun-loungers and chairs.

Bikes, heaters, fans, stroller, cot, highchair and some toys for children are all provided. Our storage 'chalet' is a wonderful place for children to play house, have camp-outs etc. La Sonine is a highly secure property. It can only be accessed by electronically controlled gates covered. All access points are under 24hr-digital CCTV surveillance, linked to a Response Centre. Fire and Emergency panic buttons are in place that link directly to a voice-response centre. There is also a sophisticated burglar/bandit alarm
system and 2 safes. Saying this we have never had any issues with security.

In terms of location, we are 15-20 minutes drive from Nice airport. St Paul de Vence is an ancient walled city, made famous as artists such as Picasso, Chagall and other impressionists settled here. Chagall's house is just down the road from us. Every year, over 2.500.000 people come and visit St Paul. Statistically, it is the third most visited historical site in France after the Mont St Michel and the Chateau de Versailles. St Paul 's landscape, natural site, architecture and buildings are all protected by law as part of the national heritage. Its uniquely mild climate, with over 300 days of sunshine a year means that it
is wonderful place to visit summer and winter alike. It also enjoys a unique geographical position with the Med, the river Loup, wonderful museums, ancient villages and fantastic dining all within 15 minutes drive and La Fondation Maeght in walking distance. I love this art gallery because it is small enough to visit with children and lots of it is outside so they can run around. It is very much an artists town - to find out more visit:
http://www.saint-pauldevence.com/tourism_uk.html.

We love the location because there is so much to do a stone's throw away. You can be swimming in the Mediterranean Sea in about 15 minutes drive or visiting some other stunning local villages such as Tourettes sur Loup, Vence (where there are some fantastic music festivals), Biot, Valbonne, Grasse . The river Loup runs through a pretty village called Villneuve Loubet which is about 10 minutes away and it is nice to take the kids there with fishing nets and a picnic. There is also a fantastic tree climbing place here which our kids adore. There are 2 Michelin starred restaurants in St Paul and others a short drive away. Nice itself is about a 20 minutes drive and I think a trip is never complete without a stroll down the promenade and lunch on the beach. Frankly, there is so much to do and mnone of it is difficult because we are so central. Saying this, we are away from the crowds and traffic on the coast in July and August and as we are tucked up against the National Park we could be in the middle of nowhere.

Many of our guests say that they don't do half as much exploring as they had intended as the villa is so comfortable that it is difficult to leave.

Here are some comments from the guestbook we keep at the house.

Guest Comments: Mr L Taylor (UK) 2007
The villa more than lived up to its description on the excellent web-site. Very comfortable, very spacious, very comprehensively and tastefully furnished, with everything we could have wished for in terms of extras. I have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone to anyone who, like us, prefers the comfort, convenience and congeniality of a villa, rather than several hotel rooms to meet the needs of a group.

July 2007
Idyllic, peaceful, beautiful and a wonderful place for a family holiday. What a contrast from Doha, Qatar, Manchester, Dubai, Southampton and Scotland. Thank you for all your help, advice and recommendations. This is a very special place and we would love to return. Excellent place to celebrate our 60th birthday. Thanks for the Champagne.

T. Roose (USA) 2007
We greatly enjoyed our stay at La Sonine. What a lovely place! You are indeed fortunate to have it -- I hope you and your family are able to get back and forth to France very frequently to enjoy it --

Aug 2 2008
A beautiful house with absolutely everything you could want to make you feel immediately at home. Perfect environment to just unwind and relax and lovely hot weather all week make this a lovely experience. St paul is a fantastic area with a beautiful town and the main areas of Nice, Monaco, Cannes and St Rafael are all within easy distance. The swimming pool was brilliant. Kent, England

Aug 2008
We have had a lovely time in the Villa and out. It is lovely and big and the forest is very exciting. St Paul is a lovely little walk and we have found a shortcut! We have been to some really nice beaches in Juan les Pins and Antibes. The swimming pool was excellent and all the floats for it were very good. All the bedrooms are very nice and the beds are very comfy. We have had a lovely time. Thank you very much! Liverpool, England

Aug 2008
Many thanks for sharing your absolutely amazing place with us. We have had a fantastic week in beautiful surroundings. Warm Regards - Kazakhstan

May 2009
We had a wonderful stay at La Sonine. The kids had a wonderful time running around the garden and swimming in the pool while the adults enjoyed the peace and quiet of the patio and terrace. We love St Paul de Vence. Thanks for all the helpful suggestions. Looking forward to a return visit in the future. Boston, MA

2010
The house was cool. The pool was warm. The beds were comfortable. We loved our stay here at La Sonine. The home is beautiful and we had a great time. Many memories have been cherished in this house. With thanks The Watenabes

April 2010
Dear Fallowfields
We had a fabulous stay. Your house and suggestions were the foundation for an amazing family getaway. Great Cultural experience for our kids and great relaxation for us. Thanks
Boston MA

June 2011

This past week met our expectations in every way. The Villa was just right...comfortable, relaxed and beautiful.


June 2011
Is the week over already. Darn feels like we've just arrived. Many thanks for sharing your home. It was fabulous. Thanks especially for such a well stocked kitchen and linens. We loved dining outside also laundry access was a great benefit. Thanks for everything. Colorado Springs, USA

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 06128000085XL

We should mention

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

About the area

Saint-Paul-de-Vence

Located in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, this villa is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of Nice and Cannes 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 Promenade de la Croisette. Travelling with kids? Consider Antibes Land and Aquasplash. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Saint-Paul-De-Vence, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Fondation Maeght - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Polygone Riviera - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • CAP 3000 Shopping Center - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Allianz Riviera - 17 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Cagnes-sur-Mer Cros-de-Cagnes Station - 15 min drive
  • Grand Arenas South Tram Stop - 17 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Terrasse Sur St Paul - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Le Tilleul - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café de la Place - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza De L'Ara - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Colombe d'Or - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, stone villa with pool, sleep 10, 4 en-suite bedrooms, air conditioning located?

This family-friendly Saint-Paul-de-Vence villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fondation Maeght and Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Vence Cathedral and The Rosary Chapel are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Juliet Fallowfield

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We live in London having just returned from 17 years living in Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. We have 3 children aged 13-16 and for them, La Sonine is home. Having owned the house from the time they were infants, we are experts on what do to in the area and are very happy to advise. I send detailed information to help you plan a relaxing stay...ere is a taste: I have created a wonderful kitchen with 2 ovens, a Kooker, Ice Cream maker, Pasta maker, 2 fridges (and a spare one in the chalet) etc., so if you want to cook – the kitchen is designed for this. And … you are on holiday so here are a few short cuts that I have learned over the years.

Picard: this is the Frozen food shop on the left on your way to Vence, after the beautiful roundabout but before LeClerk. Use it. They pick their vegetables at their best and flash freeze them retaining all the nutrients and flavour. They can take the time out of cooking as they do things like minced shallots, chopped fresh frozen herbs etc. They have wonderful soups – gazpacho and other European varieties that are delicious. If you are here with babies, they even have pureed veg and fruit. For families, they do family portions and if you are entertaining they have little ‘amuse bouche’ to whet the appetite. Fancy snails or duck – they do these pre-prepared so
If you aren’t a chef or interested in trying these from scratch – buy them ready made. I always buy a few things for the freezer from here so that I have a back up when I just don’t feel like producing something from scratch.

Make lunch easy: French pate and bread, Serrano ham, Quiche, some cheese and a fresh green salad or grilled asparagus with parmesan cheese, steamed artichokes a glass of gazpacho.

Plan a few menus before you come and draw up the shopping list. This will mean you don’t need to think when you are jetlagged and in a foreign supermarket which is vast and not organized as you would expect. I attach my list for the basic shop...

Why they chose this property

There are few places left untouched on this planet, and even fewer which are located 15 minutes from an international airport. To walk through the alley ways and around the walls of St Paul de Vence is to step back in time. In more modern times, the town was adopted by many well-known artists and this has only added to the richness of the area and village itself. Tourettes sur Loup, Biot, Valbonne, Grasse, Moujins and Vence all offer different flavours of the region and make wonderful 1/2 day trips for lunch or breakfast. A favourite for us is to nip up to Tourettes for breakfast and the market on a Wednesday morning or to walk to Vence for lunch. With the beaches and the high-life of the Cote d'Azur in view and just 15 minutes drive it is easy to duck in and out of this scene and then retreat to the quiet and tranquility of La Sonine. There are not many houses in the area that offer flat land, or houses that are well laid out for 2 or more families. This is what we love about our home and we hope you will too.

What makes this property unique

We have a wonderful property manager who speaks several languages including English, a lovely gardener and housekeeper who keep everything ship shape. When you rent our property you will know that it will be immaculate and if anything unexpected goes wrong, our support team will be there to fix it as soon as possible.

Do check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/la_sonine/


You will never believe that you are in the heart of the cote-d'azur, such is the quiet at La Sonine. Enjoying our unique position as the last house before the national park begins, we enjoy peace and calm. Our spacious grounds mean that whether you want sun or shade, exercise or rest - there is something for all. We are happy to help you plan a small gathering in our grounds if you so wish and know cooks and entertainers who can add to the celebration.

Languages:

English, French, German