Elegant private estate for sale Villefranche sur mer
Set within a sought-after, exclusive gated estate of Villefranche-sur-Mer, this remarkable home offers a rare combination of privacy, sweeping sea views, and effortless access to both Nice and Monaco.
From the property's elevated setting above the Bay of Villefranche, this charming villa commands a breathtaking panorama over the sea and peninsula of Cap Ferrat, a setting that is both cinematic and deeply serene.
A home rooted in tradition yet perfect for today
From the moment you step inside this elegant villa you understand that every detail has been considered, the atmosphere is calm, refined, and deeply private.
Originally designed by the celebrated architect Svetchine, the villa embodies the timeless Riviera aesthetic, featuring natural materials and an easy flow between house and garden. Reimagined by its current owner, the property has been refined with exceptional craftsmanship to align heritage and contemporary comfort.
Exceptional interiors
The dining room, kitchen and reception spaces flow effortlessly for long lunches, quiet mornings, and evenings with friends.
The home unfolds through a series of generous reception rooms including a sitting room, library, drawing room, study, dining room and kitchen with breakfast area. Each room opens onto terraces or gardens, framing the sea and inviting natural light throughout the day.
The accommodation includes a primary bedroom suite, five further bedroom suites, offering exceptional comfort for family and guests.
Space for rest and relaxation
The indoor swimming pool creates a sought‑after wellness zone, a private space to unwind and recharge.
At the heart of the lower level lies a dedicated leisure and wellness space, a discreet sanctuary complete with a retractable‑floor pool, counter‑current system, steam room, shower, and gym area. A home cinema with adjoining wine cellar adds an additional element.
The gardens are one of the estate’s most captivating features including pines trees, Mediterranean planting with citrus, bergamot, kumquat, and orange trees, interwoven with careful planting and a delicate rose garden. A twenty‑metre infinity pool balances the landscaped grounds and offers exceptional views.
Gardens that capture the spirit of the French Riviera
Here architecture, landscape and the stunning sea views combine to deliver a truly elegant and distinctive home.
The property is further enhanced by a caretaker’s property in addition to staff accommodation, parking for seven vehicles and additional parking facilities.
This is an extraordinary home, a private sanctuary where architecture, landscape, and sea views combine with the setting to create a home of timeless distinction.
For more information on this extraordinary property and to arrange a private viewing, please contact Savills today.