James Bond worthy luxury
Bond is back. With the famous franchise hitting the headlines, and the Côte d’Azur as captivating as ever, step inside the legendary former French Riviera home of Sir Sean Connery, where cinematic history meets timeless architecture and appeal.
Welcome to Roc Fleuri, with gardens stretching down to the shimmering coastline high above the shimmering coastline of Nice, this historic Belle Époque villa, blends timeless French elegance with the mystique of a Hollywood great.
Featuring sweeping views over the city and Mediterranean, extensive accommodation, a luxurious spa, pool and gym, in addition to stunning grounds and guest accommodation, this property is as unforgettable as 007 himself.
Belle Epoque charm
Built in the 1920s and retaining many original features, this Belle Epoque villa exudes the charm of the era.
A dramatic sweeping driveway creates a striking entrance and approach to the estate, in addition to enhancing the privacy of the property. Set on the sought-after hillside of Cap de Nice in the prime neighbourhood of Mont Boron, surrounded by historic properties, the elegant villa, featuring crisp clean lines, climbing bougainvillea and charming original features evokes a bygone era. Whilst renovation works completed in 2016 ensure the property offers every modern convenience without compromising on character.
Breathaking vistas
Perched on a picturesque hillside, the villa is not only iconic on the city skyline but ensures dramatic views from all levels.
Over 1100 sq m of accommodation is set across five levels, with clever design ensure dramatic picture windows and terraces on all levels capture the panoramic sea and city views. A feast for the senses year-round. A loggia, wrap around terraced and roof terrace of 140 sq m ensures residents can make the most of this dramatic setting and the Riviera lifestyle.
Spanning over 5,000 sq m, the landscaped grounds feature lawns, winding paths and a range of local traditional planting to create a tranquil oasis ideal for rest, relaxation and entertaining. Extending down the hillside, the boundary of the property reaches the sea, ideal for future owners’ keen to make the most of their seafront address with the port of Nice and a selection of charming restaurants a short distance.
A cinematic setting
Fans of the Bond films may recognise the scenery—parts of the French Riviera played host to several iconic scenes in the Bond films, including moments from ‘Never Say Never Again’.
During the 1980s and 1990s, Sir Sean Connery made this stunning villa his home with his wife, Micheline Roquebrune, who was born and raised in Nice. Their time here left a lasting mark—not least because the property appeared on screen in Never Say Never Again, adding a cinematic layer to its already rich history.
A balance of privacy and prestige
With a main villa, guest cottage, and possibility to include a separate villa with it's own pool addition to caretakers’ accommodation, the estate offers space and privacy in true Côte d’Azur style.
The main villa features a welcoming reception room overlooking the coastline, in addition to offices and a dining room served by professional kitchen, catering to the culinary enthusiast and entertainer alike.
An extensive principal bedroom suite is set across the entire first floor of the main property in addition to three en suite bedrooms in the main villa. Extensive guest accommodation provides a further two, one-bedroom apartments and the possibility to include a three bedroom villa with it's own pool and gardens in addition to caretaker accommodation, this truly is a home for those who love to gather friends and family.
A stand out feature of this stunning home are the inviting wellness facilities; a gym, spa and hammam create a true setting for rest and relaxation, bolstered by the dramatic indoor infinity pool which frames the Mediterranean.
Villa Le Roc Fleuri is more than a residence; it's a harmonious blend of history, luxury, and cinematic legacy, offering an unparalleled lifestyle on the sun-kissed shores of the Côte d'Azur.
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