Ulysse

Villa Ulysse is neighbor to the world’s most expensive villa, La Leopolda, in Villefranche- sur-Mer. Less than ten villas around this palace of King Leopold II, founder of Cap-Ferrat, are privilege to this acclaimed south-facing location and view over Mediterranean’s most visited bay. Just up the road, crowds of tourists stop to take photos with this view as backdrop, a 100-year-old tradition and legendary souvenir of The French Riviera.

A tall, 1920’s original construction, Ulysse has been radically reconstructed for ultimate comfort and technology while maintaining its old charm using noble materials, which enhance the day-to-day living experience.

The family room is a large, casual space consisting of a fully equipped professional kitchen, a professional bar with all its accessories and a saloon-style dining arrangement to create a gourmet party atmosphere. Large sliding bay windows extend the space onto the vast terrace for al fresco dining, entertaining and resting.

In the living area, guests will find the professional bar, Poltrona Frau Italian furniture, Biancone di Trani marble floors with Berti parquet incrust, collector’s art, a steel CVO fireplace, mood lighting, a home cinema and a quality music system. Three large bay windows give to a 500 sq.ft. terrace and stunning views. Delight in the attention to detail: the art deco handrail’s height and curvature have been engineered to align with the 210-degree horizon.

Unlike most rental properties in France, this villa comes with its permanent staff, including a live-in housekeeper and external helpers, to ensure guests feel relaxed and at home.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Hydraulic elevator
• Sauna with music and chromo therapy
• Air conditioning
• Fully-equipped, professional kitchen
• Ice maker
• Central stereo system
• Satellite TV
• Projection home theater
• DVD players
• CD players
• Wired and wireless ADSL Internet
• Italian designed leather furniture
• Frette Egyptian cotton linen
• Washer and dryer
• Beach towels

• Sheltered, heated pool
• Al fresco dining
• BBQ
• Patio furniture
• Salt electrolytic disinfection (chlorine free)
• Webber drinks-chiller
• South-facing flat garden
• Privacy from neighbors
• Large, decorated garage

• Villa Manager
• On-site daily housekeeping service for 8 hours per day (except Sunday)
• Reasonable (6 house a week) complimentary in-house laundry and pressing service
• Linen washed twice weekly
• Normal use of hot/cold water, electricity and gas
• Fit-vibe vibrating platform in Penthouse suite
• Welcome package:
  • Flower arrangement
  • Welcome champagne
  • soft drinks
  • Welcome Evian stock
  • Gourmet coffee
  • Daily fresh fruits and croissants delivery
  • Pain-chocolat and baguettes
  • One gourmet dinner with selected chef

• Villa pre-stocking
• Airport transfers
• Additional services
• Planned/organized excursions

• Maximum 8 guests
• Villa is best suited for adults, however children are welcome with liability waiver
• Pets are not permitted
• Non-smoking villa
• Security deposit to be held on credit card authorization by Luxury Retreats
• All services not included in rates are to be paid locally
• Check-in: After 12pm
• Check-out: Before 10am

• Rental car recommended
• Transport available

• 1 minute drive to tennis
• 2 minute drive to grocery store
• 7 minute drive to golf course
• 15 minute walk to:
  • Beaulieu
  • Villefranche
  • Beaches
  • Marinas
• 15 minute drive to:
  • Nice
  • Monaco
  • Dozens of Michelin rated restaurants
  • 30 minute drive to Nice Airport (NCE)
  • 40 minute drive to Cannes
  • 120 kilometers to Saint Tropez