Vacation Rental Description
Originally a village house and adjoining barn, Maison Rose has been lovingly transformed into a luxurious self-catering villa and two apartments with large private pool. Situated in the village of Cipieres, near Grasse, you’re only 45 mins from Nice and the delights of the French Riviera. Set in its own garden and occupying a privileged south facing position, the pool and sun terraces offer the perfect location for relaxing, enjoying the climate and taking in the spectacular mountain scenery.
The villa offers generous accomodation throughout with 5 bedrooms all with en-suite facilities plus two extra cloakrooms. The living room is spacious and has a well stocked library, WiFi, satellite TV, CD player etc. French doors lead on to the terrace and pool area, which is bedecked with Oleander, Geranium and Roses. We also have a games room (originally a cellar for grain), with a pool table and various games.
The living room is overlooked by a well equipped gallery kitchen and dining area perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is equipped to a high standard, enough to satisfy the most demanding of Chefs! We ensure enough large pots and ample cutlery. For alfresco dining there is an outdoor kitchen with BBQ and dining area. Sun loungers, parasols and the large heated pool enable you to make the most of the Mediterranean climate.
For winter vacations, the house is well centrally heated with an open fire in the living room. The ski resort of Gréolières les Neiges is only 25 minutes away. In the summer the house stays naturally cool due to the two foot thick stone walls which make air-conditioning unnecessary.
The swimming pool measures a generous 12m x 6m and occupies a sheltered, south facing position, getting sun all day. It is usually heated from May through to October. The pool is maintained every day, ensuring it is kept clean.
Our English speaking caretaker is on hand to welcome you and make sure you enjoy your stay. He can provide you with home grown organic vegetables and order local produce from the nearby farm. Cipieres is noted for its goats cheese and delicious honey!
We provide all linen, towels, swimming pool towels and robes. Baby sitting, cooking and extra cleaning can be arrnaged by requets.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Amenity Parking
Refrigerator
Shared Pool
Sterio
TV
Washer
Cipières is a stunning, listed medieval mountain village affording tremendous views of the Alpes Maritimes and the Gorges du Loup, reached by a picturesque mountain road.
The road to Cipières ends in the village square so there is no through traffic to disturb the tranquility. The peaceful atmosphere is enhanced by the beautiful aroma of lavender, thyme and rosemary.
The village bar/restaurant "Les Ormeaux" offers great food at a good price. Open lunch times and in the evenings on Friday and Saturday.
The village pizzeria makes wonderful woodfired pizzas. Open Monday to Friday evenings 18.30 - 22.00 and Saturday and Sunday all day between 10.00 - 22.00. Takeaway and delivery to Maison Rose available.
The epicerie/local shop sells most everyday items. A local farm sells organic chickens, ducks, rabbits and eggs. You can also buy local goats cheeses and honey.
Activities
Adventure Sports
Playground
Fishing
Horse Riding
Hunting/Rock Climbing
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Restaurant
Places to visit
Grasse, the perfume centre of France
Vence and the Matisse chapel
St Paul de Vence, with its many shops and galleries (including the wonderful Fondation Maeght).
The jewels of the Cote d'Azur, Nice, Cannes and Monte-Carlo.
Cipières itself provides numerous sporting opportunities:
Hiking:
The Cipières countryside is ideal for invigorating walks, hiking and mountain trekking.
Golf:
The surrounding area is home to numerous golf courses.
Skiing:
Cipières is only 25 minutes from the winter ski resort of Gréolières les Neiges.
Extreme Sports:
Cipières is becoming renowned as an extreme sport paradise and is especially popular with the hang-gliding community!
For more information visit ozone-gliders.com
Also close by:
Skate park
Spelunking (exploring of caves, grottos, pot-holes)
Rock climbing
Go-karting