Villa Amalie
Key Highlights
- Dreamy views of forests, mountains and glimpses of the sea from many of the elegant bedrooms
- The courtyard is an easy, elegant place for a al-fresco dining - the fountain and open terraces are simply stunning and can be set up for a special event
- There's a rooftop terrace with wonderful vistas of the sea and countryside
- The villa can offer any extra services you desire such as a private chef, butler, chauffeur or babysitter. Please see the 'Extras' tab ask us for further details and prices
- A dedicated team can help plan your wedding, event or celebration here to meet your exact requirements - see the 'Events' tab and contact us for further information and prices
- Villa Amalie was used as a set for a well known US television show
Villa Interiors
Ground Floor
- Three interlinked reception rooms with antique furnishings which can seat up to 80 guests for dinners and events
- Grand salon with antique furnishings and grand fireplace
- Petit salon
- Family kitchen, fully equipped, leading to al-fresco dining terrace and garden
- Professional kitchen for use during dinners and events
- Guest bathroom (with wheelchair access)
- Additional WC
First Floor
- Bedroom 1 with double bed (180cm), en-suite bathroom and separate WC. Cloister and mountain views
- Bedroom 2 with twin beds (90cm), en-suite bathroom and separate WC. - Forest and sea-views
- Bedroom 3 with double bed (180cm), en-suite bathroom and WC. Sea and pool views
- Bedroom 4 with double bed (160cm), en-suite bathroom and WC. Sea and pool views
- Bedroom 5 with twin beds (90cm), en-suite shower room and separate WC. Balcony with sea views. Adjoins to room 6.
- Bedroom 6 (junior suite) with double bed (160cm), seating, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate WC. Balcony with St Tropez views. Adjoins to room 5
- Bedroom 7 (suite) with double bed (180cm) and open-plan bathroom, separate living room, shower room, two separate WCs. Sea and mountain views
- Bedroom 8 with double bed (160cm), en-suite shower room and WC. Mountain views
- Bedroom 9 with double bed (180cm), en-suite bathroom and WC. Forest/mountain views
- Bedroom 10 with double bed (160cm), en-suite bathroom and separate WC. Cloister and mountain views
- Office with printer
- Laundry room
Second Floor
- Bedroom 11 with small double bed (140cm)
- Bedroom 12 with 2 x double beds (a family room: can sleep 2 adults and 2 children)
- Bedroom 13 with small double bed (140cm)
- The above three bedrooms share one bathroom and one shower room, each with WC
- Living area with sofa-bed
- Roof terrace with stunning views
Garden level
- Bedroom 14 with double bed (180cm), en-suite bathroom and separate WC, private terrace
- Bedroom 15 with double bed (180cm), en-suite bathroom and WC and garden
- Gym
- Home cinema and games room
Outside Grounds
- Heated infinity pool
- Pool gardens with seating for up to 30 guests
- Cloister courtyard and loggias for al-fresco dining
- Boules
- Woodland area
- Direct access to Esterel National Park
- Ample parking
- Electric gates
- Security fences/cameras
Facilities
- Air-conditioning
- Heating
- Wi-Fi
- Sound system
- Home-cinema
- Lift
- Washing machine and dryer
- Iron
- Pool table
- Table-tennis
- Boules
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 7
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 8
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 9
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 10
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 11
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 12
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 13
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 14
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 15
1 Double Bed
This graceful French château is in a stunning location in the Esterel National Park on the French Riviera just minutes from the beaches of the Mediterranean. With fifteen elegant bedrooms and five beautiful reception rooms, this is the perfect place for a relaxing family retreat, a special celebration or a romantic wedding.
Villa Amalie was dreamt up by Lord Amherst at the beginning of the 20th century, much of the charm and character still remains to this day such as the antique furnishings, the grand staircase and of course the lovely views from the bedrooms of mountains, forests and the sea. Recent renovations have brought the villa back to its former glory with added modern amenities such as a heated swimming pool, gym, home-cinema room and pool table plus air-conditioning and WiFi throughout. The atmosphere here is one of romance with a strong sense of history in this dreamy location.
Exclusive services are included with your stay: a security guard, on-site guardians and maid will ease your stay. A private chef or chauffeur can be arranged, a private yacht can be chartered and a whole host of activities can be organised such as art classes, wine-tasting or sporting events in or near the villa.
It is indeed the perfect place for a unique event, celebration or wedding and a special team can be made available to you to ensure every need is catered for. Up to 80 guests can be seated in the historical reception rooms or dine al-fresco in the delightful courtyard surrounded by loggias and the fountain in this magnificent setting.
You are surrounded by woodland walks with direct access to the Esterel National Park and a stunning golf course is just a five-minute drive away. Yet within only five kilometres you can be in the nearby towns of Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël by the sea, each with a distinct character. Fréjus is an ancient Roman city full of monuments, whilst there's plenty of fun to be had in Saint-Raphaël (try the Casino Barrière by the sea)! For fine dining, stop by at the Restaurant Stéphane Léger - a worthy adventure outside your heavenly villa.
- All the bedrooms are en-suite except the three rooms on the top floor which share two bathrooms, an ideal space for families
- The English speaking caretakers live in a separate apartment on site and are on hand if needed
- Discounts may be available at times for bookings of smaller groups requiring less bedrooms - please enquire for further details and prices
- Advertised rates are guide prices and the final price and/or any discounts will be confirmed at the time of booking
- The owner has informed us that this property has wheelchair access. However, please contact us before booking so we can discuss individual accessibility requirements with the owner to ensure that this property is suited to your specific needs.
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
- Chef/Cook Available
- Babysitting Available
- On-Site Concierge
- Butler Available
- Security guard
- Chauffeur Service Available
- Party Planner Available
- 4 Hours of Daily Maid Services Included
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting / childcare services
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Chaffeur service
- Additional housekeeping
- Babysitting
- Private chef for your stay or special events
- Cookery lessons
- Sports coaches
- Wine tasting
- Art lessons on site
- Cultural and sporting activities
- Private yacht hire with skipper and crew
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!
Weddings & Events Information
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This stunning venue is only minutes away from the beaches of the French Riviera, with forest and mountain views and glimpses of the sea from some of the bedrooms. This is an idyllic choice for your nuptials and your closest friends and family will love staying with you here in great comfort and style. The gardens by the sparkling pool are perfect for a romantic ceremony before the wining and dining begins by the fountain in the peaceful cloistered courtyard or in the elegant period reception rooms. Indeed, a happy bride described her wedding here as being “one of fairy tales”.
Wedding Reception
An outdoor reception for up to 80 people could take place in the historic cloisters or in the gardens surrounding the swimming pool.
An indoor reception for up to 80 guests could be held in the three interconnecting period reception rooms which overlook the pool gardens.
Dancing and music is able to continue in the reception rooms until 3am or outside in the cloisters until midnight.
Wedding Ceremony
A ceremony for up to 80 people can take place in the gardens or cloisters.
There is also a church with a large capacity 5 minutes’ drive from the villa.
There is a chapel on site for photographs only – it is too small for ceremony.
The owners can provide details of an English-speaking celebrant.
Where to Stay
32 people can sleep at the villa and there is a wide range of hotels nearby for an unlimited number of extra guests to stay.
The owners are able to supply details of local transport firms.
Wedding Planning
The on-site manager of the villa is the venue’s wedding planner or the clients may prefer to use their own planner.
Catering
The owners can recommend local caterers or clients may arrange their own – there is a professional kitchen on site.
Other information
Dancefloor hire is required for outdoor dancing in the cloisters.
During July & August, there is a minimum stay of 1 week. Other months, 2 nights.
Guests not staying at the villa are asked to leave by 2am.
The venue requests that no marquees should be used at the property – indoor options are available in the case of bad weather.
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.
