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Apartment in ancient building with sea view

Apartment in ancient building with sea view

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Overview of Apartment in ancient building with sea view

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Menton, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Popular LocationBasilica of Saint Michael the Archangel1 min walk
  • Popular LocationJean Cocteau Museum4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMenton Tourism Office13 min walk
  • AirportNice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)52 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Apartment in ancient building with sea view

A charming apartment on several levels in a 16th century aristocratic building including: kitchen, bathroom and living room downstairs; bedroom and bathroom upstairs. The living room enjoys a view over Menton's old port and Sablettes beach.

Detailed description
The apartment is located in one of the oldest buildings of the city, next to the famous staircase leading from Quai Bonaparte to Saint Michel's Cathedral.

The building surface is 70 square meters and it has been recently renovated, keeping its original appearance.

The priest of the nearby cathedral may have dwelt in it in the past, as it is proved by the engraving with religious motifs, dated 1533, on the jamb of the front door.

Three levels:

Street level: entrance with a coat hook and some room for beach items.

Downstairs: kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, bathroom and living room with a sofa bed.

Upstairs: bedroom with one double bed and two single beds, all with futon mattress, and a small bathroom.

Note: The floors can be accessed throughout an old-fashioned, and therefore narrow, slate staircase.

The living room overlooks Sablettes beach and the old port, and beyond the French-Italian border, the view reaches up to Balzi Rossi rocks, with their prehistoric caves.

The kitchen, in masonry with a stone sink, is equipped with electric hotplates, refrigerator, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. It is furnished with old furniture and overlooks the staircase leading to the cathedral through a basement window. A small bathroom with shower (without window) and a closet is located next to the kitchen.

The upstairs level houses the bedroom, converted from what once was a local warehouse, and a small bathroom. The main feature of this area is a vaulted ceiling whose top height is 170 cm in the bedroom and 160 cm in the bathroom.
However, the highest spot is just over the double bed with an approximately 190 cm height.
The bedroom has two windows facing the inner street and the bathroom has got a basement window overlooking the staircase.

Interaction with guests
A person in charge of check-in and check-out will welcome you, and will be available in case of need during your whole stay.
You will directly get in contact with me for any agreements and correspondence prior to your arrival.

To know about summer
In summer time Menton is full of people, there are many things to do in the evening (shows, concerts...) whatever you like you can find, but sometimes the night could be noisy.

Property manager

Andrea

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Take care of the house, do not smoke, take off your shoes when going upstairs so to preserve the wood floor. Our four-legged friends are not allowed u

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 06083002131NQ

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Menton

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Menton City Center, a neighbourhood in Menton. Jean Cocteau Museum and Bastion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Monaco Harbour and Port of Nice. Hanbury Botanic Gardens and Saint-Martin Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling, waterskiing and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
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Menton, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel - 1 min walk
  • Jean Cocteau Museum - 4 min walk
  • Jardins Biovès - 12 min walk
  • Menton Tourism Office - 13 min walk
  • Circuit de Monaco - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Menton-Garavan Station - 16 min walk
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Les Incompris - 2 min walk
  • Bar du Cap - 2 min walk
  • L'Endroit - 2 min walk
  • Les Enfants Terribles - 1 min walk
  • Pecora Negra Menton - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apartment in ancient building with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Apartment in ancient building with sea view?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment in ancient building with sea view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Apartment in ancient building with sea view located?

Located in Menton City Center, this apartment building is steps away from Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel and Cemetery of the Old Château. Plage des Sablettes and Bastion Museum are also within 5 minutes. Menton-Garavan Station is 16 minutes by foot and Menton (XMT-Menton Train Station) is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Characterful apartment with stunning sea view in beautiful Menton Old Town
If you want to live as a tourist in a standardised environment, find yourself a big international hotel. If you want to spend a couple of weeks living a la Mentonaise in an ancient, quirky, seafront apartment a short walk from the beach and everything Menton has to offer, book this apartment. Steep steps and some low ceilings means that this apartment won't necessarily suit everyone, but if you're after character and authenticity you'll love it. The sea view from the large, stone-floored lounge is amazing and it's only a five minute walk to the town's many cafes, restaurants, bars and shops or down to the beach. The owners are helpful and easy to communicate with. We flew to Nice and caught the train to Menton; a really lovely way to arrive.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
super Ort
Die Wohnung war gut vorbereitet für uns und sehr sauber. Die Lage ist absolut empfehlenswert , zum Strand so wie in die Altstadt zu Fuss in 2 Minuten Leider gibt es Probleme mit dem Abwasser und der Eigentümer sollte sich um die Sache kümmert. ein Raumentfeuchter ist nicht ausreichen. Ansonsten top Adresse.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful and unique place, highly recommended
We had a lovely time in this fascinating and ancient apartment, whose picturesque position could not be improved. Andrea and Giulia were extremely helpful in their communication before the stay, and Zohra, her husband, and her daughter were on hand throughout the time that we were there. It is quite noisy, as some of the reviews mention, but this is to be expected and is a small sacrifice for an otherwise wonderful apartment in a perfect location. Certainly somewhere we would love to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

pascale-anne b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent sejour!!
Vue imprenable sur la Méditerranée et les cotes italiennes. Grand appartement, tout confort, sur 2 étages (les plafonds du 2e ou se trouve la chambre sont assez bas et nécessitent de baisser la tête pour atteindre la salle de bains). Il y a aussi la possibilité de coucher dans le salon au premier (avec une autre salle de bains). Situé dans la vieille ville historique, tout prêt d'un marché fantastique et de tous les commerces. Les propriétaires sont extrêmement chaleureux et accommodants. Nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir!
Stayed 80 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Umral M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish Menton maisonette
We stayed at this apartment for 12 nights in late October 2019. The flat is extremely well located, with exceptional views of the gravelly / sandy plage des Sablettes and the Mediterranean beyond. The most important point is that the description of the apartment by the owner is entirely honest and accurate. The building is old (perhaps not quite ancient) but the accommodation is warm, comfortable, clean, basically / tastefully furnished and decorated, and clearly cared for. Without exception the kitchen equipment, and other electrical equipment, worked well. The wi-fi was reliable, and adequate for our purposes. There was plentiful hot water and, because of the building’s thick walls, little if any noise from other apartments. With some adjustments, we slept well, even though some nights were very humid. Communication with the owner during the booking process and throughout our stay was satisfactory, and Jane helped us settle in and pointed out the locality’s amenities. Issues that prospective renters should be aware of are (1) the living / kitchen area and the bedroom are two floors apart, separated by the entrance hall (2) the bedroom and ensuite ceilings are very low, and will be awkward for tall people (3) it is difficult to understand why the mattress on the main double-bed is of a thin futon-type, which I suggest makes it unsuitable for long stayers (4) the spiral staircase connecting the floors is narrow, in parts poorly lit, and may be difficult to manage for the elderly and infirm (5) there is a road between the building and the beach which is busy and noisy throughout the day - despite the local administration’s best efforts - in common with most towns on this coast.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Andrea

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We are Italians, we live in Turin and we have a total of five children (three Maria Giulia, Andrea two). We come in Menton during summer usually for a few weeks holiday with our children.

Why they chose this property

The apartment belongs to the Maria Giulia family for generations, since Menton was still part of the Italian territory Maria Giulia has planned the restoration and chose the furniture recovering part of the old furniture remained. The result satisfies us very much!
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