Chateau Des Tourelles Rouges
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This historic château in Cannes has a truly remarkable heritage and has inspired so many visitors over the years. How wonderful to have the opportunity to stay...
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This historic château in Cannes has a truly remarkable heritage and has inspired so many visitors over the years. How wonderful to have the opportunity to stay at Château Des Tourelles Rouges and experience its character and beautiful grounds whilst being able to explore the French Riviera coastline and the Côte d'Azur’s enchanting villages.
Close to Cannes and hilltop Mougins, this impressive château is set on a hilltop boasting sea and mountain views alongside a gorgeous swimming pool, private tennis court and landscaped gardens. It is thought that the original château and its octagonal tower date back to the 1500s before being used as a hunting lodge in the 18th century. Several distinguished guests have been hosted over the years from Princess Diana when her step-mother owned the château to Queen Victoria who planted the century-old pine tree that stands proudly providing dappled shade for the garden terrace.
The most recent owners have restored the château and modernised some of its features whilst retaining as much historic charm as possible. The décor is traditional with a wealth of paintings, objets d’art and classic furnishings, some which remain having been brought over last century from the Spencer family’s Althorp estate.
There are 12 bedrooms in the château, nine of which are on the first and second floors (five en suite) and four (two en suite) in the annexe, once the servant quarters. Another three bedrooms can be found in a separate villa with its own living area and kitchen, located within the grounds a short stroll along the driveway.
The views towards the Estérel mountains and twinkling lights of the French Riviera coast are especially wonderful from the château’s upper terrace, reached via the air-conditioned loggia kitchen, the perfect spot for al-fresco meals – a cook can be arranged. Sip coffee overlooking the formal grounds surrounded by summer flowers, then stroll through the garden admiring the unique flora and fauna as well as the grand trees. Take a dip in the oval swimming pool, and play tennis on the private court.
The allure of Cannes awaits just 6km away with the iconic La Croisette boulevard, palm-fringed beach, high-end restaurants, marina and Le Palais des Festivals. Then there’s the charm of flower-filled Mougins where Picasso once lived, nowadays home to gastronomic restaurants, pretty cafes and art galleries. Golf-lovers have a great choice of courses to choose from including the prestigious Royal Mougins Golf Resort just 4km away.
Dine in idyllic beachside restaurants overlooking the sea in Théoule-sur-Mer, backed by the impressive Estérel Massif and its dramatic red cliffs. The chic seaside resort of Juan-les-Pins also awaits, as does Antibes’ old town with a warren of medieval lanes and historic ramparts overlooking the marina below.
Venture to the Côte d'Azur hinterland to discover perched villages, historic market towns, superb hiking routes and other outdoor adventures. Alternatively, hop on a train and travel towards Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Monaco or even Italy – Ventimiglia hosts one of the largest markets in Italy on a Friday morning!
What you should know…
- There are 12 bedrooms in the main château (split between the first/second floor and annexe) and 3 bedrooms in a separate villa a short walk down the drive from the château. Please note that the price for up to 24 guests includes the château and annexe only and the 25-30 guests price includes the château, annexe and villa.
- The château's gardiens live on site within the grounds.
- Car hire is strongly recommended - the château is just set back from La Provençale (A8) road meaning direct access towards Nice, Monaco, Aix-en-Provence and beyond.
- There is also a train station just over 1km away with departures to Grasse, Cannes, Nice and onwards to Italy. The train tracks pass through and beneath part of the grounds so you may be able to hear passing trains occasionally.
Property Features
1) Up to 24 guests = Château & Annexe only
2) 25-30 guests = Château, Annexe & Villa
Château Interiors (1120m2, three floors)
- Main hall with grand piano
- Sitting room with doors leading to garden terrace
- Formal dining room with doors leading to garden terrace
- Ground floor kitchen (mostly used by caterers)
- Laundry room
- First floor kitchen with doors leading to upper terrace (and steps down to lower terrace and gardens)
Château Bedrooms
There are eight bedrooms (five en suite) on the first and second floor and four bedrooms (two en suite) in the annexe (formally the servant quarters).
- 8 x bedrooms with double bed
- 3 x bedrooms with twin beds
- Quad bedroom with double bed and two single beds
- 2 x en suite bathrooms with bath and shower
- 5 x en suite bathrooms with shower
- 4 x bathrooms with shower
- Additional ground floor shower room with disabled access
Separate 3-Bedroom Villa Interiors (408m2)
The villa is a short walk down the drive from the main chateau
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living and dining area with doors leading to a small terrace
- Kitchen, well-equipped including kettle, toaster, oven, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso machine, cafetieres, fridge-freezer
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed and en suite bathroom with bath and shower
- Bedrooms with double bed and en suite bathroom with shower
- Bedroom with twin beds and en suite bathroom with shower
Outside Grounds (approximately 2750m2)
- Swimming pool (20x8m, depth: 3.5m) with safety alarm
- Poolside sun beds
- Gas barbecue and smaller charcoal barbecue
- Lower terrace and garden with tables and chairs
- Upper terrace with table and chairs
- Formal gardens and terraces (with steps and different levels)
- Tennis court
- Boules set
- Fenced grounds (inner gardens have electric fence)
- Electric gate (remote controlled)
- Parking (50 cars)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning (upstairs kitchen only)
- Decorative fireplaces (not in use)
- TV
- Hairdryer (x1)
- Safe (x1)
- Ironing facilities (in chateau)
- Washing machines and dryers (in chateau and villa)
Just set back from the French Riviera, this beautiful 16th century French château rental is just a ...
| Nearest Airport |
Nice Airport
(26km) |
| Nearest Train Station |
Small train station on Grasse to Cannes/Italy route
(1.2km) |
| Nearest Restaurant |
Mougins/Cannes (and local area)
(Short drive ) |
Location
About the surrounding area of Chateau Des Tourelles RougesJust set back from the French Riviera, this beautiful 16th century French château rental is just a 10-minute drive from Cannes. Surrounded by wonderful landscaped gardens and in a hilltop position, the views towards the Esterel mountains and Mediterranean are stunning.
Arrive by plane into Nice Airport (26km) or by private charter into Cannes Mandelieu Airport (2.5km). The nearest train station is only 1.2km away with departures towards Grasse or Ventimiglia in Italy (via Cannes, Antibes, Nice and Monaco) - the train passes through and beneath part of the château's grounds. The château is also just set back from La Provençale (A8) meaning direct access by car towards Nice (38km), Aix-en-Provence (147km) and beyond.
You could walk through the château grounds and down the hill to the surrounding neighbourhood for supermarkets and other suburban amenities (pharmacy, bakery, bar) and guests have been known to venture as far as Plage La Bocca on foot, around 2.5km away, for its local market, bars, cafes and beach.
There are some wonderful restaurants and pretty cafes in the old town of Mougins (6.5km), just over a 10-minute drive away, a picture-perfect hilltop village famed for its flower-filled medieval lanes where Picasso once lived. The prestigious golf course, Royal Mougins Golf Resort (4km), is also within easy reach, as is Golf Old Course Cannes Mandelieu (6km).
Cannes (6km) is of course a great highlight of the region with its iconic boulevard, La Croisette, alongside palm-fringed beaches, upmarket restaurants, bustling markets, its glamourous marina and Le Palais des Festivals. Find time to explore Cannes’ old quarter, Le Suquet, where fishermen once lived, and take a ferry from Cannes harbour to the tranquil Lérins Islands.
Wander around the narrow lanes of Antibes (19km), a French Riviera town full of historic charm, before dining in one of the chic beachside restaurants of Juan-les-Pins (18km). The Cap d’Antibes is a paradise for keen walkers who can follow coastal trails passing pretty bays that have inspired artists and writers over the years.
In the other direction are the quieter and idyllic bays around Théoule-sur-Mer (11km), backed by the dramatic red cliffs of the Esterel Massif - the owners recommend the beachside restaurant, Chez Philippe.
There are so many day trips from this setting whether driving west towards Saint-Raphaël and Fréjus (both just over half an hour away via the A8) or onwards to Saint-Tropez (81km) and the beach clubs of Plage de Pampelonne. Heading east, passing Nice and Monaco, cross the Italian border and experience one of the country’s largest markets at Ventimiglia, just over an hour away.
The Côte d'Azur hinterland also awaits with the handsome market town of Valbonne (13km), the perfume studios of Grasse (16km), the perched villages of the Pays de Fayence (Fayence, Montauroux and Seillans are all within a 45-minute drive) and the beauty of Lac de Saint-Cassien (24km) with its nature and water-based activities.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Nice Airport
(26km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Small train station on Grasse to Cannes/Italy route
(1.2km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Mougins/Cannes (and local area)
(Short drive ) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
E.Leclerc
(Within 1km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Plage de la Bocca
(2.5km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Cannes
(6km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Royal Mougins Golf Resort
(4km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesEmbrace the rich heritage of this historic chateau with your family. A cot can be provided on request and if there is anything else that is need, the owners will do their best to accommodate – please do enquire in advance. As well as the tennis court, there are small plastic rackets for short games of tennis in the garden and a set of boules. Inflatables can be provided for the swimming pool.
There are so many wonderful beaches to choose from along this part of the French Riviera coastline from the idyllic bays of Théoule-sur-Mer to the sandy shores and beachside restaurants of chic Juan-les-Pins, not forgetting the palm-fringed beaches of Cannes. Discover a range of seasonal watersports and boat trips along the coast or across to the Lérins Islands.
Experience a wealth of family attractions from accrobranche and paintballing near Grasse, more tree-top activities and family parks close to Villeneuve-Loubet as well as waterparks, adventure golf, animals and funfairs just north of Antibes.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Sailing
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Pool inflatables
- Child-Safe Pool
- Tennis Court
- Fenced Grounds
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
- Concierge Services Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Extras included at this property:
- 4 hours cleaning per day
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Chef service
- Concierge service
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a hig...
Read moreEvent information
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | €7000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | From 9.00 a.m. |
| Departure time | Before 12.00 p.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €7000 paid via bank transfer to the owner one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | From 9.00 a.m. |
| Departure time | Before 12.00 p.m. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and 4 hours cleaning per day. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax payable to Oliver's Travels at the time of balance payment (typically costs €1-€10 per adult per night - please enquire if exact amount is required). |
| Pool opening dates? | Please note that pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements and that cooler months may not be suitable for swimming. |
| Changeover day | Flexible, depending on calendar availability (as there needs to be a minimum amount of time between rentals). |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Small weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot can be provided. There is no highchair but the owner may be able to purchase one if needed - please enquire. |
| Other Ts and Cs | There are 12 bedrooms in the main château (split between the first/second floor and annexe) and 3 bedrooms in a separate villa a short walk down the drive from the château. Please note that the price for up to 24 guests includes the château and annexe only and the 25-30 guest price includes the château, annexe and villa. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 24 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £43,254 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Apr 1st 2025 | £38,928 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - Nov 4th 2025 | £43,254 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 30 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| May 3rd 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £46,961 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Apr 1st 2025 | £42,265 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - Nov 4th 2025 | £46,961 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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A fairytale
We organised our event at Chateau de Garibondy and it was truly a fairytale! The place is amazing, so unique, so much charm and history. It was outdoors event and absolutely stunning. The staff were also extremely professional and helpful, willing to help us and provide the best level of service any time! We had the house for the whole weekend and stayed in the chateau with our families and friends. That was a fantastic experience for all of us. These are memories we made for life, thanks.
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An unexpected gem
An unexpected gem, so close to Cannes, with a beautiful garden and a very interesting history. Highly recommended.
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Beautiful for a big family getaway.
Very nice place, well maintained and a beautiful view. Beautiful for a big family getaway.
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Magical
Magical and very unique place.
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