Palmes D'Or
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Overview
Palmes d'Or is a modern, welcoming gem nestled in the marvellous hills around Grasse, a short drive from the vibrant coastal cities of the French Riviera.
This lovely villa accommodates up to 6 people, perfectly blending traditional and contemporary design with the surrounding landscape.
A cute fishpond and an abundance of flowers, oaks, palm and olive trees feature in the well-kept terraced gardens which fully enclose the grounds offering privacy and a truly idyllic atmosphere.
Take a dip in the huge heated swimming pool, then dry off on one of the comfortable poolside sun loungers. Enjoy al fresco meals at the pool house, which has a barbecue area, and marvel at the breath-taking views.
Lovingly decorated with gorgeous touches everywhere the exposed beams, large windows and welcoming rooms will put you in a cheerful, holiday mood from the minute you step in.
What you should know…
- The property is not ideal for elderly people and small kids
- Access to the parking space is narrow and on an incline: long heavy cars are not recommended
- The villa sits over a little road leading to the picturesque village of Gourdon therefore you may hear a car from time to time
- The security deposit is paid on arrival in cash - please refer to the T&Cs tab for full details
Property Features
Villa Interior
Ground Floor
- Living room (access to terrace)
- Kitchen with breakfast room
- Dining room
- Sitting room
- Bedroom with twin beds and en-suite bathroom
- Master bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom (bathtub. shower stall, WC) and dressing room
First Floor
- Double bedroom with small en-suite bathroom
- Solarium
- Office room
Outside Grounds
- Heated Pool (size: 11x5 m / depth: 0.8 -1.80 m)
- Security cover (on request)
- Small pond with goldfishes
- Poolhouse with barbecue, fridge, sink and oven
- Large covered terrace
- Small covered terrace with shower cabin
- Terraced garden with trees and flowers
- Automatic gate
- Garage for 2 cars (on request only)
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Central cooling system
- Pool heating
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- 2 dishwashers
- 2 fridges
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Barbecue
- Oven
- Sunbeds
- Parasols
- Outdoor chairs and tables
Location
About the surrounding area of Palmes D'OrGrasse is the perfume centre of France surrounded by rose, violet and jasmine fields, and filled with historic buildings, including the beautiful Notredame du Puy cathedral which hosts three paintings by Rubens.
Le Palmes d'Or is set in the hills of Grasse in The City of Orange Trees, Le Bar-sur-loup. A gorgeous medieval village, Le Bar-sur-loup has stunning 13th-century architecture, narrow cobbled streets, and amazing views over the Loupe valley. The surrounding countryside is simply unbelievable: rugged mountains, with plenty of opportunities for hiking – taking the journey up to the Sarrée plateau offers even better views and is highly recommended.
Just 3km down the road you will stumble across the Gorges du Loup with its incredible cascades, deep pools and (for the thrill-seeker) some high jumps!
The hilltop medieval commune of Chateuneuf-Grasse is only 1.7km away where you can visit the commercial district of Pre du Lac as well as the more preserved area of Le Vignal.
Cannes, with its fancy shops, luxurious hotels and restaurants and amazing sandy beaches is just 19km away. From here, you can easily reach both Nice and Antibes, two unmissable destinations on the French Riviera.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Town/City |
Grass
(7 km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
(1.8 km ) |
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| Nearest Golf |
(5 km ) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Cannes/Antibes
(16 km ) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Cannes-Mandelieu
(26 km ) |
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Region
Fall in love with Grasse and its surrounding villages as you experience the Côte d’Azur hinterland staying in one of our handpicked villa rentals in and around Grasse. Pass lavender, jasmine, roses and flower farms as you drive into the hills of the Provence-Alpes-Maritime – no wonder Grasse is known as the ‘perfume capital of France’.
As well as the Museé International de la Parfumerie, visit the perfume houses of Galimard, Molinard and Fragonard for guided tours and even perfume-making workshops. Elsewhere, explore the historic winding lanes and come across artisan shops, café terraces and the impressive Rubens frescoes inside Cathédrale Notre-Dame du Puy de Grasse. There’s a lovely daily flower market at Place aux Aires whilst Place aux Herbes hosts the larger twice-weekly market on a Wednesday and Saturday morning.
A short drive from Grasse, encounter a wealth of picture-perfect villages and beautiful landscapes for walking, hiking, horse-riding and cycling. The perched village of Cabris is especially bucolic with incredible vistas over the Tanneron forest and Lac de Saint-Cassien. There are more glorious views from the small village of Spéracèdes with its pastel-coloured houses and olive trees.
Discover century-old hiking trails through the Siagne valley as well as pretty villages, ancient bridges and idyllic swimming spots. Visit the illuminated caves of stalagmites and stalactites just outside Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne before pottering around the authentic village admiring its fountains, café terraces and inviting food shops showcasing goats cheese, honey, olive oil and other products of the region.
South of Grasse, drive to the charming hilltop village of Opio, also famed for its olive oil, and don’t miss the Friday morning market in Valbonne, a very charming town dating back to the 16th century, home to a wonderful town square with pavement cafes and restaurants.
Golf lovers have a great choice of courses in the region including Golf du Claux Amic, once a 17th century hunting estate with stunning views and Golf Grande Bastide just south of Opio as well as prestigious courses close to Mougins and Cannes. As well as endless hiking trails across Grasse’s surroundings, other activities include a range of land and water-based activities in and around Lac de Saint-Cassien, only 15km from Grasse, as well as tree-top adventures and zip-lines with French Riviera views at Riviera Nature just north of the town.
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
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
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
| Security deposit | 2024: €1000 paid on arrival in cash in Euros (Pounds Sterling on request only) and refunded on departure subject to full inspection (no alternative payment will be accepted). Please note that access to the villa will not be possible without this payment. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and mid-stay cleaning for stays of 2 weeks or more also included. 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 garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Pool heating charge? | No. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | 2024: €1000 paid on arrival in cash in Euros (Pounds Sterling on request only) and refunded on departure subject to full inspection (no alternative payment will be accepted). Please note that access to the villa will not be possible without this payment. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes and mid-stay cleaning for stays of 2 weeks or more also included. 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 garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Pool heating charge? | No. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings, stag/hen parties and any special events are not allowed. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax is included. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note garage access is on request only. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 6 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Jul 27th 2024 - Aug 10th 2024 | £4,608 |
| Aug 10th 2024 - Aug 17th 2024 | £4,446 |
| Aug 17th 2024 - Aug 24th 2024 | £3,660 |
| Aug 24th 2024 - Aug 31st 2024 | £3,389 |
| Aug 31st 2024 - Sep 7th 2024 | £2,779 |
| Sep 7th 2024 - Sep 21st 2024 | £2,508 |
| Sep 21st 2024 - Dec 30th 2024 | £2,033 |
| Dec 30th 2024 - May 10th 2025 | £2,033 |
| May 10th 2025 - Jun 7th 2025 | £2,508 |
| Jun 7th 2025 - Jun 21st 2025 | £2,955 |
| Jun 21st 2025 - Jul 5th 2025 | £3,524 |
| Jul 5th 2025 - Jul 12th 2025 | £3,998 |
| Jul 12th 2025 - Jul 26th 2025 | £4,446 |
| Jul 26th 2025 - Aug 9th 2025 | £4,608 |
| Aug 9th 2025 - Aug 16th 2025 | £4,446 |
| Aug 16th 2025 - Aug 23rd 2025 | £3,660 |
| Aug 23rd 2025 - Aug 30th 2025 | £3,389 |
| Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 6th 2025 | £2,779 |
| Sep 6th 2025 - Sep 20th 2025 | £2,508 |
| Sep 20th 2025 - Jan 28th 2026 | £2,033 |
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.
How long have you owned the property?
My father built the house in 1979.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
My father built the house...
Owner Profile
How long have you owned the property?
My father built the house in 1979.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
My father built the house completely from scratch (he even carved the stones) so, the house is not a simply house for me.
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
A sad story: A nice couple from the Netherlands came 3 times but the last time had a purpose: their daughter was in the last phase of cancer and she wanted to come back in the villa once more.
Ex Djibouti president Ali Aref was our neighbour.
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Jasmin festival in Grasse (first Saturday of august)
Really eat?
Perfume factories in Grasse
Really see?
Cannes film festival in May
And close by: St Tropez (1 hour drve) – Monaco (1 hour drive) Gorges du Verdon (2 hours) Cannes 20 mn
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
*Air/conditioning
*Completely secluded garden (you can be naked and nobody will see you)
Reviews
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Absolutely wonderful location!
We stayed one week in Palmes D'Or and could not be more happy about our choice.
The house was really nice and clean when we arrived and everything was working as it should. Our youngest daughter got a nice cot with beautiful white linens and her own life jacket to use around the pool.
The location was also perfect for us; with everything we needed close by; including a great local bakery with fresh croissants. It took us 40 minutes to drive to the beach.
I want to add, that the house is facing the East, so the sun set early; around 3-3:30 now in late September. -
Lovely!
Nice house, good view.
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Nice relaxing holiday
The views from the villa and swimming pool are absolutely lovely - great pool overall and very relaxing. Great to have air conditioning too.
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