La Bastide Bellevie
A beautifully restored 17th-century bastide with panoramic views, heated pool, elegant interiors and superb outdoor spaces near Montauroux in the French Riviera hinterland.
Key Highlights
- A beautifully restored 17th-century bastide with original features and landscaped gardens, now an outstanding family home
- The views are incredible with vistas towards the hilltop villages of Montauroux and Callian
- Swim in the 15m heated swimming pool – there’s also a smaller pool for children
- Enjoy al-fresco lunches in the shade of the oak tree, gather for evening meals by the poolside summer kitchen then head to the sunset deck as night falls
- Fantastic entertainment from the bar to a Sonos music system and Smart TVs (including a full Sky package with movie library)
- Walk to Montauroux village for pretty lanes, restaurants and French Riviera hinterland charm, with Callian just 2km away
- Spend time beside Lac de Saint-Cassien with nature walks, lakeside beaches summer watersports, or venture further to the likes of Cannes and Fréjus for a day by the Mediterranean
House Interiors
Main Floor
- Entrance hall with seating area
- Living room (80m²) across two separate seating areas with a 2.5m high stone fireplace, plasma TV (with full Sky package and Apple access, multi-zone DVD, satellite and audio system) and a selection of books, CDs and DVDs. Views from every window and doors to front and rear terrace
- Split level open-plan dining area with views, dining table and wood burning stove. Doors open to terrace
- Split level open-plan kitchen and central island, fully-equipped including American-style fridge freezer, dishwasher, range cooker and microwave. Door opens to rear terrace
- Utility room with washing machine, dryer, fridge and ice machine.
- Separate WC and sink
- Bedroom 1 (The Garden Suite) with king-size double bed, air-conditioning and ensuite bath/shower, WC, separate shower and twin sinks
First Floor
- Bedroom 2 (The Master Suite) with king-size double bed and air-conditioning. Door to small, private terrace with table and chairs (overlooking the rear garden and terrace)
- Bedroom 3 (children’s room, adjoining Bedroom 2) with bunk-bed, TV, DVD player and air-conditioning
- Ensuite bath/shower, WC, separate shower and twin sinks (bathroom reached via children’s room)
Lower Ground Floor
- Bedroom 4 (East Suite) with king-size double bed, garden access, air-conditioning and ensuite bath/shower, WC, separate shower and twin sinks
- Bedroom 5 (South Suite) with king-size double bed, garden access, air-conditioning and ensuite bath/shower, WC, separate shower and twin sinks
- Bedroom 6 (West Suite) with king-size double bed, garden access, air-conditioning and ensuite bath/shower, WC, separate shower and twin sinks
- Bedroom 7 (children’s room, reached via Bedroom 6) with bunk bed, single bed and air-conditioning
Outside Grounds
- Heated swimming pool (15x6m) with steps and electric pool cover. Heated approximately end-May to end-September. Pool heating in May and October on request, subject to a weekly supplement
- Children's pool (6.5 x2.5m) with depth that can be altered according to personal requirements
- Poolside terrace with sun loungers (x10)
- Poolside covered terrace with dining area and summer kitchen equipped with barbecue, dishwasher, American-style fridge-freezer, oven and hob
- Pizza oven
- Bar (including fridge and sink), comfortable seating, pool table, table tennis, darts and rowing machine
- Separate shower room with WC, shower and sink
- South-facing terrace overlooking the pool and tower. Shaded by oak tree and sun parasols with dining table for 12 guests
- Rear terrace (with easy access to the kitchen), large outdoor dining table and café seating area with bistro lighting
- Built in 6-burner gas barbecue
- Sunset viewing platform and fire pit
- Floodlit boules court
- Croquet and badminton
- Extensive grounds includes large lawn, wooded areas and terraced levels (with steps)
- Pigeonnier Tower
- Olive grove with approximately 100 olive trees
- Electric gates, securely fenced grounds and private drive
- Parking for 10 cars
Other Facilities
- Air-conditioning (bedrooms only)
- Speakers (living room/front terrace and poolside)
La Bastide Bellevie is a remarkable 17th-century estate that combines rich heritage with contemporary elegance. From the moment you arrive, admire sweeping views across the landscape from its hillside setting within extensive grounds - you can see both Montauroux and Callian villages. Crafted in 1624 and carefully restored with exquisite attention to detail, this historic bastide is now a refined yet relaxed retreat designed for unforgettable gatherings.
Inside, beautifully appointed living and sleeping spaces unfold across three levels. Seven air-conditioned bedrooms accommodate up to 14 guests (a maximum of 12 adults), including five gorgeous bedrooms with king-size doubles and stunning bathrooms alongside two dedicated children's bedrooms. Original stonework, beamed ceilings and carefully selected furnishings sit alongside state-of-the-art entertainment (including Sonos music system and a full Sky package with movie library) and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Outside, the setting is equally generous. Discover manicured lawns, an olive grove and idyllic terraces as well as a 15-metre heated pool (and a smaller children's pool) enjoying uninterrupted views of the surrounding scenery. A fully equipped poolside summer kitchen with bar ensure relaxed, sociable days from morning espresso to pre-dinner apéritif. Whether enjoying a long lunch on the oak-shaded dining terrace or an evening game of boules under the lights, every corner invites leisure and connection. As night nears, head to the sunset viewing platform and firepit.
Set on the edge of Montauroux in the French Riviera hinterland, La Bastide Bellevie enjoys an enviable setting. The charming hilltop village of Montauroux is within walking distance with its pretty lanes, old houses and inviting restaurants, or venture a little further to picture-perfect Callian just 2km away.
The shimmering shores of Cannes, Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël are perfect for a wonderful day out, while Lac de Saint-Cassien offers seasonal water sports and lakeside beauty nearby. With the elegant Terre Blanche golf course also just minutes away and Nice airport under an hour’s drive, the location is as practical as it is picturesque.
For families, friends or multi-generational groups seeking a southern French escape with space, style and soul, La Bastide Bellevie offers a setting where memories unfold effortlessly.
- This stunning house sleeps up to 14 guests and this includes a maximum of 10 adults across five double bedrooms, with two additional bunk bed rooms. If travelling with children, please enquire about maximum number of children as this will depend on ages.
- Should it be required, there is additional accommodation for 2 adult guests in the self-contained Pigeonnier Tower apartment – please contact us for more information. Rest assured the tower is not rented out separately whilst guests are staying at La Bastide Bellevie.
- The two children’s bedrooms are strictly for children only.
- Air-conditioning is featured in bedrooms only.
- It's lovely to be able to walk to the hilltop village of Montauroux - it's around 1km following a country road/lane (no pavement as is typical in this part of France).
- There is an onsite estate-manager's office for help and advice if required.
