luxury villas with panoramic view for sale France (page 58)

On the commune of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, this villa was built in 1931 for Louis Le Sidaner, a writer and critic, son of post-Impressionist painter Henri Le Sidaner, by an architect of Grasse, Jean Bouchet. Listed as an Historic Landmark by a decree dated December 10th, 2001, and awarded a 20th-C. Heritage Label by the Maîtres de Céans, it belongs to a line of leisure residences, a field for experimentation shared by leading architects, making the Côte d’Azur a laboratory, a real testimonial to modernist architecture.

In a commanding position, not far from the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, it offers views from Italy to Cap d’Antibes, a 360° panorama of magnificent Mediterranean scenery. The architect's key idea was to set the construction perpendicularly against a series of terraces that clad the steep drop of the land, comprised of old terraced embankments planted with olive-trees. La Ligne Droite is thus presented as an elongated rectangle over 30 metres long, ascending the slope on four floor levels; it is flanked to the north by three superimposed, rectilinear flights of steps, testifying to the hierarchy of their various functions and participating in justification of the villa's name: The Straight Line.

The property's modernity is also conveyed by the choice of materials comprised of concrete, glass and steel; open layout, load transfers, roof-terrace, white walls, here and there octagonal pillars and beams running along the pool rather like an arcade, columns framing the views towards the Bay of Villefranche. Close attention was paid to the distribution of light, as exemplified by an astonishing well of light, an inverted funnel starting on the roof with a belvedere skylight in the form of a rotunda, shedding light through the house at its very centre.

There is also a nod and a wink to naval architecture: as in the casino in Saint-Jean-de-Luz designed by Robert Mallet-Stevens in 1928, we find windows resembling portholes and terraces lined with safety rails made of steel tubes like railing along a ship's decks. While climbing the long outdoor flights of steps from the terrace overloooking the Bay of Villefranche, rather like a bulwark, to reach the rooftop solarium, we benefit from the scenery and the sea breeze as if on the promenade deck of an ocean liner. At the top of the house, the skylight resembles a semaphore crowned by a watch tower. To the west, a bedroom opens out to the horizon, like a captain's bridge: only the tiller is missing.

Set on the hillside, the Ligne Droite villa with its living space of 594 sqm seems to be waiting for a new summer. On four floors reached by a monumental staircase, it is surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation in a park of 3,745 sqm on the cadastral map.

The ground floor is comprised of a hall adorned with an octagonal basin, a large living-room opening out the pool, a lounge with a fireplace, a dining-room, kitchen, utility room, storage cellar and terraces; the first floor offers a large hall, four bedrooms with walk-in closets and bathrooms, including two suites with balconies. A large study basking in light thanks to its large skylight, the former studio of Mr Henri Le Sidaner on his stays, occupies the entresol. On the lower level, three guest-rooms with two bathrooms and a shower room: one of these bedrooms results from reunification of former staff bedrooms once connected to the other floors by a second so-called service staircase. On the last-but-one floor, the low entrance gives onto the main staircase and former service areas, with a caretaker's apartment. 

To the west, the park accommodates parking areas, garages, a car-port, the funicular railway to the various floors, and a cobbled path; a barbecue also listed as an Historic Monument has taken its place on the old site of a mill on the crest, topped by a watch tower whose views run from the Citadel of Villefranche to the Villa Kerylos and the Port des Fourmis in Beaulieu-sur-Mer. The landscaped and richly planted garden contains many endemic trees and plants: bougainvillier, parasol pines, cypesses, olive and palm trees, cedars and other species carefully chosen by the owner. The heated pool (13 x 6 m) lies next to the house on an old lawned embankment. Flowing layout and expertly chosen doors and windows are real assets in these areas designed for leisure and relaxation. Through its architectural codes of highly demanding modernity, the villa joins icons of architecture on the Riviera, such as modern holiday homes designed by Le Corbusier, Eileen Gray, Barry Dierks, Robert Mallet-Stevens, Pierre Chareau etc…

A real testimony to modernist architecture on the Côte d'Azur... a collector's piece...

Co-exclusivity: Situated in a distinguished location in one of the most exclusive area of Vence, this stunning property offers a wonderfully private retreat with breath-taking panoramic sea views. The incredible interiors are characterized by high ceilings with exposed beams and expansive open-plan living area. In total 8 bedrooms dispatch in the main building and care takers' house provide plenty of accommodation for family and guests. Outside a very well maintained garden, a tennis court and a delightful pool complete this outstanding offering.

Exceptional,water's edge, contemporary property designed by the famous architect Jean NOUVEL. Unique designer house of the highest quality. This sumptuous property blends perfectly into the surrounding countryside, nestling into the cliff side towering above the deep blue sea between Cap Ferrat and the Baie des Anges. It comes with 8600 m2 of flower gardens, terraces and an outdoor pool. The main entrance is via the plant-filled roof. A funicular and staircase run between the two floors of living space: the four suites and living room, which has sublime panoramic views over the immense blue sea. When you enter the grounds, the villa is discreetly hidden underneath plant growth. From the sea, the stainless steel and glass construction boasts clear geometric and horizontal lines on a stone promontory planted up with Mediterranean species. Exceptional villa designed by one of the greatest international architects: Jean NOUVEL, Pritzker Prize 2008, he has to his actif : the Quai Branly Museum and the Cartier Foundation in Paris, the Lyon Opera, the Louvre Abou Dabi, the National Museum of Qatar or the MoMA Expansion Tower (53W53) in New York. Agency fees payable by vendor

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Located near the village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, in a dominant position and with panoramoc views onto the sea and the surrounding hills, this charming Provencal-style property offers 4 bedrooms, one of which has independent access. Built on a plot of about 5,000 sqm fully planted, and erected on 2 levels, this charming villa also benefits from a garage for 2 cars and numerous parking spaces.

Very beautiful and bright modern provencal villa located in the countryside of the Cannes hinterland, while being only 15 minutes from Mandelieu, from the motorway and Mougins. On a plateau, on a dominant position and in absolute calm, it offers a magnificent panoramic view and superb sunsets. Extremely well maintained, the house offers beautiful receptions opening onto the terrace and garden, a large master suite, two bedrooms with bathrooms and an independent studio. The well-kept garden has a large swimming pool with a beautiful equipped pool-house, a vegetable garden and a small pond. Garages for 4 cars.

RV1262 - Pinarello Exceptional property located a few steps from the beaches of Pinarello, panoramic sea view. On 3 levels, the villa offers an innovative architecture and exceptional volumes. The main level of the villa is composed of a large living/dining room open on the terrace with access to the pool, 3 bedrooms, two shower rooms and a suite with shower room, dressing room. The kitchen on the ground floor is fully equipped with a laundry area. On the top floor, a bedroom with shower room and a master suite with shower room, balneotherapy bathtub, dressing room, terrace with panoramic view, spa access, solarium and mini golf course. The property is surrounded by large terraces (about 500 m²) and offers a heated infinity pool, a fully equipped pool house with summer kitchen, wine cellar, outdoor laundry room. Possibility to convert a space into a sauna/hammam. This property, located in the heart of a luxuriant vegetation, offers an exceptional panorama and high quality services. Virtual visit on request. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Located in Théoule-sur-Mer, this Mediterranean villa inspires serenity from the top of its hill. Ideally located 10 minutes from the historical center of La Napoule, it is surrounded by a preserved natural environment at the outskirts of the Cannes area. Built between 1998 and 2000, the property is set on a splendid 4,280 square meter plot of land facing east on the edge of the Pointe de l'Aiguille Natural Park and offers a stunning view of the sea, the Lérins Islands and the French Riviera with the French Alps in the background. The villa develops generous volumes on two levels with a total living area of 360 square meters including 5 bedrooms and their bathrooms, a spacious living room extended by a gallery and an authentic Provencal kitchen. The terrace and the swimming pool benefit from a full sun exposure and are part of a magnificent landscaped garden planted with Mediterranean species that enhance the property. The pool-house and the petanque court complete the villa with a touch of authenticity to enjoy the summer nights. The villa also includes a service studio with its own kitchenette and bathroom, a large wine cellar, a garage that can easily accommodate 4 vehicles and a carport for 2 additional vehicles. The property is fenced and secured with alarm and video surveillance. A prime location and one of the most beautiful views of the French Riviera to discover now.