Waterfront 8 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views in Cap d'Antibes, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
La Vigie is a historic property blending elegance, heritage, and exclusivity. It offers the ultimate privilege with direct access to the sea.
Built in 1912 by architect Lucien Stable, this neo-Gothic residence enjoys a prime location near the famous Hotel Belles Rives. Throughout the 20th century, La Vigie welcomed many renowned personalities, including Jean Cocteau, Charlie Chaplin, and Estee Lauder. An adjoining annex is also said to have served as a studio for Pablo Picasso during the summer of 1924.
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La Vigie is a historic property blending elegance, heritage, and exclusivity. It offers the ultimate privilege with direct access to the sea.
Built in 1912 by architect Lucien Stable, this neo-Gothic residence enjoys a prime location near the famous Hotel Belles Rives. Throughout the 20th century, La Vigie welcomed many renowned personalities, including Jean Cocteau, Charlie Chaplin, and Estee Lauder. An adjoining annex is also said to have served as a studio for Pablo Picasso during the summer of 1924.
Open spaces overlooking the sea offer a renewed way of living and rediscovering the Riviera lifestyle.
The property features expansive light-filled reception rooms with breathtaking Mediterranean views, including a living room with fireplace, dining room, study, fully equipped kitchen, and panoramic terraces.
Several luxurious suites and guest bedrooms complete the villa, including two principal sea-view suites. At the top of the tower, a private living room and two bedrooms enjoy exceptional panoramic views over the Riviera.
La Vigie also offers a leisure room with bar and billiards, a wellness area, a winter garden, and a double heated swimming pool. The landscaped gardens provide several elegant reception areas facing the sea.
The estate benefits from private sea access with its own jetty and boat house.
Parking facilities, independent apartments, and a wine cellar complete this truly remarkable property.
Exceptional for its history, location, and amenities, La Vigie stands among the finest villas of Cap d'Antibes.
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