Provence-Alps-Cote d`Azur, Alpes-Maritimes, Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Ref. NIC220076 - Commanding a bird’s-eye view over the bay of Villefranche and the sculpted peninsula of Cap Ferrat, this immaculate property unfolds as a rare retreat, where privacy meets a sense of timeless distinction. Lush, enveloping gardens set the tone, echoed by interiors of exquisite refinement.

Originally conceived by the renowned architect Svetchine, the residence has been recently reimagined by its current owner, drawing on the finest craftsmen and most exceptional materials to achieve a seamless balance of heritage and modern comfort.

The house reveals a series of generous living spaces designed for both elegance and ease: a sitting room, library, drawing room and dining room, alongside an expansive kitchen with breakfast area. A double primary suite is complemented by five further suites and a study, while a home cinema with adjoining wine cellar adds a more intimate dimension.

Indoors, a dedicated leisure space offers a discreet sanctuary, complete with a retractable-floor pool, counter-current system, jacuzzi, steam room and shower — a place to unwind away from view.

An adjoining caretaker’s house, substantial staff accommodation, covered parking for seven vehicles and additional parking facilities complete the estate.

The garden, conceived as a living work of art, reflects a deep understanding of place: bergamot, citrus, kumquat and orange trees flourish beneath majestic pines, woven into a carefully composed tapestry of Mediterranean planting and a delicate rose garden. At its heart, a twenty-metre pool of jade-green water captures the light, its horizon line dissolving into breathtaking views of Cap Ferrat and the bays beyond.