Set on Lake Annecy’s sought-after eastern shore, this elegant villa offers direct lake access, a private pontoon, Nordic bath and spectacular views
Key Highlights
- Such a privileged setting with direct access to Lake Annecy and a private pontoon for effortless days on the lake (ask about the paddle board, canoe and kayak)
- Soak up beautiful lake views from the terraces, raised dining deck and Nordic bath
- Other superb features include a fitness space, lounge bar with table football, and a wonderful outdoor kitchen for summer feasts facing the lake
- Located in Veyrier du Lac, just moments from Yoann Conte’s gastronomic lakeside restaurant
- Annecy’s enchanting canals and cobbled old town are less than 5km away, with Menthon Saint Bernard and Talloires also within easy reach
Villa Interiors (300m2)
Main Entrance Level (with steps)
- Large entrance hall
- Open-plan living area, kitchen and dining area with doors opening to raised decked terrace with al-fresco dining table and lake view. Kitchen well-equipped including fridge, freezer, oven, dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster and microwave
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm), doors opening to side terrace, and en suite shower and hand basin (open-plan to bedroom)
- Separate WC (off entrance hall)
Lower/Garden Level
- Bar with table football and garden access
- Laundry room
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and en suite shower room with shower and hand basin
- Separate WC (off landing)
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm)
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm)
- Shared bathroom with bath, hand basin and toilet
- Bedroom with double bed (160x200cm) and en suite shower room with shower and hand basin
Top Floor (sloping ceilings)
- Open plan fitness area (beneath wood beams) with three steps leading up to an open alcove-style dorm children’s bedroom with four single beds (beneath sloping ceilings)
Outside Grounds
- Raised terrace with al-fresco dining area and lake view
- Garden with Nordic bath and lake view terrace
- Outdoor kitchen
- Gas barbecue-grill and plancha
- Direct lake access and pontoon (via gate at the end of the garden)
- Canoe, kayak and paddle (available on request)
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Parking
With Lake Annecy stretching out before its terraces, Villa Des Rives places one of France’s most celebrated landscapes at the heart of every day. Set within beautiful grounds in sought after Veyrier du Lac, this contemporary lakeside villa combines generous spaces for gathering with direct access to the clear blue waters, creating an exceptional base for families and groups of friends.
Inside, the open-plan living, dining and elegant kitchen forms the sociable heart of the villa, with doors sliding open to a raised deck where long lunches come with lake views. Five double bedrooms (three with en suite showers) provide comfortable accommodation for up to 10 adults, while a top floor children’s room with four single beds gives younger guests their own characterful space beneath sloping ceilings, next to the wood-beamed fitness area.
Outside, the garden’s Nordic bath offers another place to linger over the lake and garden views, while the private pontoon and direct lake access make swimming and days on the water wonderfully easy. Come evening, the lounge bar and table football set the scene for relaxed time together and there’s a superb summer kitchen for delicious feasts prepared on the barbecue-grill and plancha. That said, you may just prefer to enjoy an apéritif on the lakeside terrace before wandering down the lane to the highly regarded hotel-restaurant La Maison Bleue for a truly gastronomic experience.
Meanwhile, Annecy is less than 5km away with its canals, cobbled old town, restaurants and café terraces – this beautiful old town is known as “Venice of the Alps”. In the other direction, follow the eastern shore to the pretty villages of Menthon Saint Bernard and Talloires, or discover walking trails through the wooded Réserve Naturelle du Roc de Chère. Golf, lakeside cycling, mountain hikes and summer watersports add further possibilities.
Whether setting off across Lake Annecy from your own pontoon or simply watching the light shift across the mountains from the terrace, Villa Des Rives offers a refined setting for sharing the very best of lakeside life.
- This stunning villa can sleep up to 10 adults and 4 children across five double bedrooms and a top-floor dorm-style children’s room (next to the fitness area) – please see the “Layout” tab for details.
- This is a wonderful house with a very privileged lakeside setting – of course, children will need to be supervised with direct lake access via a gate at the end of the garden.
- In the peak season (03 July to 28 August 2027), the services of a housekeeper is included for four hours each morning. They can help with tasks such as making beds, cleaning bathrooms, grocery shopping and breakfast preparation (the cost of the groceries and breakfast items would be at an additional cost).
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Transfers Available
- Breakfast Available
- Housekeeping Services Included (peak season only)
- 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 (peak season only)
- In peak season (03 July to 28 August 2027), the services of a housekeeper is included for four hours each morning. During this time the housekeeper can carry out tasks such as prepare breakfast (extra cost applies for breakfast items), clean the villa (make beds, clean bathrooms etc) or run errands for guests, depending on your requirements.
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Daily cleaning
- Housekeeping services (4 or 7 hours per day)
- Continental breakfast (hot drink, fresh orange juice, pastries, fresh bread, butter, spread and jam)
- Delivery of fresh flowers, pastries/fresh bread, groceries, newspapers etc
- Concierge services (reservation of transfers, restaurants, private chef or activities, pre-arrival grocery shopping etc)
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!
