Villa Zen
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Overview
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Villas which evoke such a feeling of calm, aesthetic harmony, beauty and sheer perfection are rare – Villa Zen is one of those villas.
It sits on a hillside amidst pretty landscaped gardens overlooking woodland, with views up to the ancient village of Châteauneuf de Grasse, and just below its sister villa, Villa Jolie. Each villa has been designed to feel quite private and independent from the other, and larger parties benefit from the possibility of booking both villas together and sharing the whole estate (Villas Jolie and Zen).
The magic is everywhere you look, whether indoors or outdoors - high quality furnishings, meticulous attention to detail, soothing colour schemes, original artwork…everything has received complete care and attention. The spaces are vast and light and offer plenty of creature comforts like air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, high quality equipment, a TV den, a wood-fired pizza oven and a built-in barbecue. The gardens are filled with lavender, rosemary, olive trees and fruit trees and even a vegetable garden, providing a stunning frame for the sleek swimming pool with jet stream for serious swimmers.
If you can drag yourself away from all the comfort and beauty, everything here is at your doorstep. The village is a 10-minute walk away. Markets are held in Valbonne and Mouans Sartoux only minutes away, Antibes (with its Aquapark) and Cannes are only 18-22km away, the pretty artists village of Saint Paul de Vence is an easy 30-minute drive and Nice is just 35km away.
Villa Zen is the perfect blend of both natural and man-made beauty with all the best that the French Riviera has to offer.
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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Yey! Wait… what is that? What’s included? |
What you should know…
- The entrance driveway is shared with Villa Jolie
Property Features
Villa Interior
Ground Floor
- Open-plan fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, oven, hobs, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine and toaster. Sliding doors opening up onto a covered dining terrace.
- Open-plan living area with comfortable sofas and a large wall-mounted plasma screen TV.
- Open-plan dining area with large dining table for 8 guests
- Bedroom 1: king-sized double bed (1.8m) with air conditioning, double door leading onto the gardens and en-suite bathroom with shower, bath, basin and WC.
- Separate TV room with large sofa and plasma screen TV
- Guest WC and cloakroom
- Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board
First Floor
- Master Bedroom: double bed (1.6m) with air conditioning and en-suite bathroom with shower, basin and WC. The bedroom has access to a private balcony with steps leading down to the lawns and pool area
- Bedroom 2: king-sized double bed (or two twin beds) with air conditioning and shared bathroom
- Bedroom 3: double bed (1.6m) with air conditioning and shared bathroom
- Family bathroom with shower, basin and WC
Lower Ground Floor
- Cosy TV room with TV, DVD player and sofa bed
Outside Grounds
- Private rectangular-shaped salt-water swimming pool (size: 8x4m / depth: 15cm-1.4m) with jet stream, safety electric cover, roman steps for easy access and optional heating.
- Poolside reclining sun loungers and parasols
- Poolside terrace
- Boules pitch
- Built-in barbecue and built-in pizza oven
- Covered dining area
- Private parking for 6 cars
- Lawned gardens
- Children's play area
Facilities
- Super-Fast Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- SONOS Music System
- Sat TV with International/English channels
- Netflix
- Hairdryer in each bathroom
- Electronic gates
- Electronic pool cover
- Private parking (note: the driveway is shared with Villa Jolie house)
- IPTV and DVD player
- Board games
- Badminton
- Pool inflatables
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Iron and ironing board
The hilltop village of Châteauneuf de Grasse is a delightful setting surrounded by many quaint Fren...
| Nearest Village |
Châteauneuf de Grasse
(1km-10mins walk) |
| Nearest Airport |
Nice/Cannes/Marseilles
(25km-30mins / 27km-40mins / 190km-2hrs) |
| Nearest Ferry port |
Nice
(27km-35mins) |
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa ZenThe hilltop village of Châteauneuf de Grasse is a delightful setting surrounded by many quaint French towns and villages. Throughout the summer months there are many festivities and celebrations taking place including open air cinema screenings, the circus, antique fairs and vintage car rallys, which are all highly recommended and certainly worth exploring.
The neighbouring town of Valbonne boasts a charming market square with narrow streets and boutique shops, perfect for an evening stroll before enjoying the delicious Provençal gastronomy from one of the many restaurants on offer. Visit the local markets offering plenty of fresh and delicious produce, head to Valbonne early on a Friday morning for a coffee and croissant before purchasing lunch from the stallholders or visit Mouans Sartoux on Thursday, Friday or Saturday for more wonderful fruits, vegetables, meats and other delicacies. The famous perfume town of Grasse is also right on your doorstep, so a visit to the Fragonard perfume museum and factory is essential.
The Cote d’Azur possesses endless beaches with many water-sporting activities, water parks and attractions to be enjoyed. The chic town of Cannes with the port bustling with super yachts and the famous Promenade de la Croisette are certainly one of many towns to visit. Similarly, the old towns of Antibes and Nice both possess endless winding streets with market stalls, local delicacies and hand crafted artworks providing hours of exploration for all the family.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Village |
Châteauneuf de Grasse
(1km-10mins walk) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Nice/Cannes/Marseilles
(25km-30mins / 27km-40mins / 190km-2hrs) |
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| Nearest Ferry port |
Nice
(27km-35mins) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Grasse
(10km-15mins) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Pré du Lac
(2km-15-20min walk) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Pré du Lac
(2km-15-20min walk) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Cagnes-sur-Mer/Cannes
(15km/20km-30mins) |
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| Nearest Golf |
La Grande Bastide (Opio)
(3km-4mins) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Grasse/Nice TGV
(10km-10mins / 33km-35mins) |
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| Nearest Piste |
Gréolières les Neiges
(40km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Pré du Lac
(2km-15-20min walk) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Pré du Lac
(2km-15-20min walk) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Châteauneuf de Grasse
(1km-10mins walk) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBaby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Boules/Petanque
- Playground
- Board games
- Children's videos/DVDs
- Badminton
- Pool inflatables
- Heated Pool
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
- DVD
Services Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Complimentary Welcome Pack Provided
| Good news! This property is available as a Vill’otel |
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With a vill’otel holiday, you can enjoy all these services throughout your stay: Interested? |
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
- Ironing service
- Pre-stocked fridge/shopping service
- Cook/catering
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Chauffeur service
- Babysitting service
Extras available at this property:
- Complimentary welcome pack
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
This is a beautiful venue for any special occasion, whether it be a wedding, birthday or celebration...
Read moreEvent information
This is a beautiful venue for any special occasion, whether it be a wedding, birthday or celebration. Villa Zen can host an indoor reception for up to 20 guests, or up to 40 guests in the gardens. Villas Jolie and Zen is ideal for a larger gathering, as it can host up to 80 guests for an al fresco event.
The owner can recommend a number of quality caterers to produce a delicious feast for all your guests. Similarly, a wedding/party planner can be organised alongside photographers, musicians, or any other services you require.
There is a beautiful chapel within walking distance for those desiring a more traditional service and the local villages and towns have plenty of additional accommodation for your guests.
Please do not hesitate to contact our concierge team or our wedding consultant for more information about rates and availability.
| Security deposit | €1000 paid to the owner by bank transfer one month before arrival or in cash on arrival, refunded (less bank charges) 14 days after departure subject to inspection. |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1000 paid to the owner by bank transfer one month before arrival or in cash on arrival, refunded (less bank charges) 14 days after departure subject to inspection. |
| Arrival time | 16.00 |
| Departure time | 10.00 |
| Energy costs included? | Yes |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, pool & bath towels included |
| Pets welcome? | No |
| Changeover day | Saturday in July & August. Otherwise flexible |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights |
| Pool heating charge? | On request €100 per week |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. For stays longer than 1 week a 3hr clean on the Friday is offered. Extra cleaning or ironing 20€/hr paid directly to the cleaner. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Outside only |
| Heating costs included? | Yes |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Feb 22nd 2019 - Jun 1st 2019 | £3,209 |
| Jun 1st 2019 - Jun 29th 2019 | £4,401 |
| Jun 29th 2019 - Aug 31st 2019 | £5,411 |
| Aug 31st 2019 - Sep 28th 2019 | £4,401 |
| Sep 28th 2019 - Dec 14th 2019 | £3,209 |
| Dec 14th 2019 - Jan 4th 2020 | £3,575 |
| Jan 4th 2020 - May 30th 2020 | £3,209 |
| May 30th 2020 - Jun 27th 2020 | £4,401 |
| Jun 27th 2020 - Aug 25th 2020 | £5,411 |
Please note that prices may not be 100% accurate for dates outside of the current calendar year. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
How long have you owned the property?
We bought the plot in 2004 when it was used by the previous owner to keep sheep and grow grapes and olives. The first vill...
Owner Profile
How long have you owned the property?
We bought the plot in 2004 when it was used by the previous owner to keep sheep and grow grapes and olives. The first villa was completed in 2008 and the second in 2012.
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
It’s a beautiful, large plot of land in a quiet and protected area with lovely views of the village of Chateauneuf.
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
As well as previously being used to grow grapes (and still produces a modest olive harvest for oil) the land was previously used to grow flowers for the perfume industry in Grasse.
Have you ever had any famous guests staying?
Of course! Being discrete for the individuals, we have had Saudi royalty and famous musicians stay in the properties
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
Have a drink (or a meal) in the square in Valbonne.
Really eat?
La Place de Mougins in Mougins village.
Really see?
The view of the French Riviera from Gourdon village.
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
Bring a comfortable pair of shoes and walk, walk, walk – through the narrow streets of the local villages; around the local markets and brocantes; on the country walks in the hills; through the renowned artist villages of Vallauris, St Paul de Vence and Mougins…
Reviews
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Outstanding villa & wonderful host!
Wish our time at this magnificent villa had been longer. We were six adults who unanimously rated this place as a 10! The house includes everything you can think of to make your stay pleasant, it is well decorated and very clean. The surroundings are beautiful and the villa is located close to many nice small villages. Michelle, our host, has been attentive to all of our needs both before we arrive and while we were there. We felt most welcome and hope to come back again.
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Amazing villa in a beautiful area
Just came back from a wonderful stay at Villa Zen. Could not have been more perfect. Michelle was the most attentive hosts. This place is beautiful. Done with such nice details. The pool, the setting - all so lovely. Like being in a private hotel! We will cherish our memories and would absolutely stay there again.
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