Became a member in: 2022
Renewal Date: 10/Jun/2023
Michael and Denise sold out their business interests in 2007 and retired. Their villa in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Villa Seburga, comprises three floors with a large heated infinity swimming pool (temperature 30° year round). The top two floors are home to them, whereas the ground floor accommodates a 107 sqm self-contained luxury pool apartment. See our website www.stpvilla.com.
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Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
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Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is preferred
Open to all dates | London, UK |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
The Luxury Pool Apartment at Villa Seburga comprises the ground floor of the villa, just metres away from a large infinity and heated swimming pool (open year round - temperature 30° - even in Winter!). The 107 sqm apartment comprises two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living area (with satellite TV) and fully equipped kitchen with Miele appliances. SuperKing Westin 'Heavenly Bed'. Airconditioning, Heating, Wi-Fi, 500 DVD Library, laundry room, secure entry gates into the estate, private off-road car parking.
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Apartment/ Second home
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Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Villa Seburga is set amongst villas, mainly with swimming pools, in the 'Hauts' region of Saint-Paul-de-Vence - the most exclusive area of the village. Enjoying beautiful views of the sea as well as superb sunsets over the heated infinity pool, Villa Seburga is a multi-million Euro property in a dominating hillside position close to the medieval pedestrian 'chic' village of Saint Paul de Vence, one of the most exclusive locations in France - just 3 minutes drive or 20 minutes scenic walk away.
Only 20 minutes from Nice Airport, yet far enough away from the crowds and traffic to enjoy a tranquil countryside setting at a pleasantly higher altitude in the Alpes Maritimes. Villa Seburga is set in 2'500 m2 of lush gardens on the prime location hillside at a higher altitude than the village itself - offering seclusion and stunning views for up to 50 kms.
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Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
The French Riviera (or Cote d’Azur) is a playground for the rich and famous throughout the year - boasting 300 days of sunshine.
St. Paul-de-Vence is and has been home to many of the world’s greatest artists, with museums displaying their fine works of art. The rear wall of Villa Seburga is shared with the Foundation Maeght museum, hidden behind trees. Stroll through the ‘arty’ world of pedestrian streets in the old town. Take in lunch at the renowned Colombe d’Or restaurant (they offer valet parking), and see how many famous people you can spot in their outside dining area - but book early!
During the ski season, you can drive to the ski slopes (eg Isola 2000) in 1 hour, 20 minutes. After morning skiing, and perhaps lunch en route, return to Villa Seburga for the afternoon to enjoy winter sunshine and our warm swimming pool, whilst looking out over the Mediterranean!
Vence (10 minutes away) has a delightful pedestrian street market every morning except Monday. Across the bridge towards St. Jeannet you will find the Matisse Chapel (Chapelle du Rosaire de Vence).
Walk along the banks of the River Loup (5 minutes away). Its banks are a true oasis of coolness; its peaceful murmuring waters are very popular during the hottest summer periods. Adventure out to the Millionaires' Quay in Antibes (about 30 minutes away), where the largest private yachts in the world are berthed. Play tennis at the Tennis du Cayrons (10 minutes away). There is both horse riding and golf at nearby Villeneuve-Loubet, and numerous golf courses within 30 minutes or so.
If you can bear to leave Villa Seburga for a longer trip, the coast from Cannes to Monaco offers numerous beaches, sailing and other water sports. Larvotto Beach at Monaco is a popular and clean place from which to dip into the Mediterranean, as well as offering underground parking. Consider taking the ‘English Walk’ - the Promenade des Anglais which starts about 15 minutes away, and runs for several kilometres alongside the Bay of Nice. At the end is the old town of Nice - with its flower market and perfume stalls.
You can hire a helicopter from Nice airport to take you to several restaurants further afield, or even to St. Tropez for the day.
There is so much to do, but you will enjoy the return to Seventh Heaven as you relax in the heated pool at Villa Seburga, gazing over the infinity edge at the sea, and watch the sunset over the hills to the west!
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Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
We like to visit London (where our daughter lives) from time to time. However, we prefer to offer our swap of the Luxury Pool Apartment on a non-simultaneous basis, that is at times when we are in residence in our part of the villa. For example, we intend to visit London during the first week of November in 2022. In return, we would offer the reciprocation to our place between January and March 2023. We will happily send our House Rules and Swimming Pool Safety Rules when a dialogue has started.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2022
Renewal Date: 10/Jun/2023
Michael and Denise sold out their business interests in 2007 and retired. Their villa in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Villa Seburga, comprises three floors with a large heated infinity swimming pool (temperature 30° year round). The top two floors are home to them, whereas the ground floor accommodates a 107 sqm self-contained luxury pool apartment. See our website www.stpvilla.com.
Affinities
Golf,
Plants & Gardens,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Yoga / Meditation,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees
Our personal links
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