Villa La Rêve d’Azur, an exquisite seaside estate nestled upon Villefranche sur Mer’s most expansive parcel of land. | Listed by Peter Illovsky, President of Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty, Buyers represented by Bernard Corcos, President of Finest International.
Presenting a rare gem in the real estate market, ideally situated between Nice and Monaco, stands La Rêve d’Azur, a magnificent Belle Époque villa, meticulously crafted in 1911 and painstakingly restored in 2016 under the masterful guidance of distinguished Italian architect, Alberto Mariotti.
Once graced by the esteemed Voisin brothers, pioneers of French aviation and creators of Europe’s inaugural manned aircraft, this historic estate, christened “La Rêve d’Azur,” boasts a rich legacy.
Spanning across three floors, this opulent residence sprawls over 545 square meters, featuring four lavish double bedrooms, each accompanied by its own opulent bathroom and multiple dressing rooms.
Graced by a delightful living room, a grand dining area, and an independent Miele kitchen adorned with a central island, this abode is designed for refined living.
Every living space within the villa unveils panoramic vistas of the azure sea, while expansive terraces offer spellbinding panoramas of Villefranche Bay and Cap Ferrat.
An adjoining gymnasium gracefully complements the master suite, ensuring a seamless blend of luxury and functionality.
Positioned to capture the first light over Cap Ferrat and the iconic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, the villa boasts an eastern orientation, bathing its interiors in natural light throughout the day.
An exquisite rooftop terrace, complete with a lounge area and summer kitchen, invites indulgence in the mesmerizing views of yachts and cruise ships gliding into Villefranche Bay.
Luxurious marble flooring, impeccably crafted walls, and heated parquet floors adorn the interiors, while a comprehensive reversible air conditioning system ensures year-round comfort.
Nestled in the semi-basement, a staff apartment with a separate entrance offers two bedrooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and a bathroom, alongside a capacious laundry room and storage area.
Elevated just 33 meters above sea level and a mere three-minute stroll from a sandy beach, the villa’s sprawling 16,500-square-meter estate, adorned with Mediterranean gardens and a majestic double staircase leading to the expansive swimming pool, epitomizes exclusivity.
Enhancing privacy, the property features two supplementary structures: a 29-square-meter staff studio equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and dressing room, and a 69-square-meter veranda-style house serving as a gymnasium, complete with a massage room, bathroom, and storage facilities.
Nestled in the picturesque bay, the charming village of Villefranche-sur-Mer, with its colorful facades and quaint fishing port, exudes an irresistible Italian allure, conveniently located just moments away from Nice and a short 30-minute drive from the nearest international airport. Monaco, with its regal palace and vibrant nightlife, lies a mere 15 kilometers distant.
With its historic allure, sprawling landscaped grounds, and impeccable modern renovations, this exceptional offering of La Rêve d’Azur epitomizes the epitome of luxury living, listed by Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty. Buyers will represented by Bernard Corcos, President of Finest International.
