Villa Claudia grand stone façade with ornate balconies and pool, Vence, France

Villa Claudia's grand Provençal façade presents classic stone detailing, ornate wrought-iron balconies dressed with red awnings, and a sparkling pool set within lush tropical gardens.

Villa Claudia outdoor pool terrace with olive grove views at golden hour, Vence, France

The sun-drenched pool terrace at Villa Claudia is lined with teak loungers and red umbrellas, looking out across an expansive olive grove landscape bathed in golden-hour light.

Villa Claudia mosaic pool with geometric tile design and travertine deck, Vence, France

Seen from directly above, Villa Claudia's showpiece swimming pool reveals an intricate 3D geometric mosaic tile design, framed by a generous travertine sun deck in Vence, France.

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Villa Claudia outdoor pergola dining terrace with vine-covered ironwork, Vence, France

Villa Claudia gourmet kitchen with marble countertops and garden terrace door, Vence, France

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Villa Claudia

VILLA • VENCE, FRENCH RIVIERA, FRANCE

6 Bedrooms • 7 Bathrooms • Sleeps 12

Private PoolPrivate ChefBBQBeach NearbyTerrace

Villa Claudia is a six-bedroom luxury villa set above the Malvan Valley near Vence, on the French Riviera, sleeping twelve guests across a main house and a self-contained annexe with its own sitting room, kitchen and two en suite bedrooms. The villa occupies a sloping hillside site among pine and oak trees, with tiered outdoor terraces, olive groves and a heated pool measuring 4 by 9 metres, all oriented towards the south. Inside, the main house spans four floors, offering six double bedrooms each with en suite facilities, a working fireplace in the principal lounge, a formal dining room for twelve, a well-equipped kitchen, and a library and study on the ground floor. The annexe arrangement makes Villa Claudia particularly well suited to multi-generational families or groups who want shared communal space but the option of independent living for part of the party. The village of Vence is under a kilometre away on foot, offering daily essentials including a supermarket, bakery, café and pharmacy. Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the most celebrated fortified villages in Provence, is five kilometres from the property. Nice is 22.7 kilometres by road, with its international airport at 15.8 kilometres, making transfers straightforward. The villa is listed through CV Villas, a specialist villa operator with an English-speaking representative available by phone throughout every stay. At starting prices from £14,228 per week, Villa Claudia positions itself in the mid-to-upper range of Riviera villa rentals, offering substantial space and outdoor living for the price.

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Best time to visit

summer

22-31°Cjun · jul · aug

peak crowdpremium value

The French Riviera's most reliable warmth and longest days fall in July and August, when Villa Claudia's terraces, pool and outdoor dining areas are at their best and the full range of regional activities from coastal beaches to hilltop village markets is in operation.

peak crowdpremium value

Summer is the primary season on the French Riviera, with July and August delivering reliably hot, dry weather and the full cultural calendar of the Côte d'Azur at its most active. June and September offer the same warmth with noticeably fewer crowds and better value. Spring from April onwards is excellent for exploring the inland villages and gardens. Winter is mild and quiet, with the villa available year-round.

winter

dec · jan · feb

Mild and mostly dry by northern European standards, with cool evenings and occasional rain. Daytime temperatures are comfortable for walking and sightseeing, though the pool season is over.

8-14°C

low crowdexcellent value

Winter is the quietest and most affordable period on the Riviera. The villa is available year-round and availability is typically good. The pool is heated but the season is better suited to indoor living and regional exploration than outdoor lounging.

spring

mar · apr · may

Warm and increasingly sunny from April, with wildflowers across the hillsides and reliable blue skies by May. One of the most pleasant times to explore the inland villages.

12-21°C

moderate crowdgood value

May brings the Cannes Film Festival, which increases demand and prices across the wider Riviera. Book a few months in advance if travelling in May. April is an excellent value window with good weather and fewer visitors.

summer

Recommended

jun · jul · aug

Hot, dry and reliably sunny, with long evenings ideal for outdoor dining. July and August bring the highest temperatures and the busiest period across the Riviera.

22-31°C

peak crowdpremium value

July and August are the peak booking period on the French Riviera and availability at quality villas fills quickly. Book six months or more ahead for the main summer school holiday weeks. June and September offer very similar weather with more availability and lower rates.

autumn

sep · oct · nov

September remains warm and largely dry, making it one of the most underrated months on the Riviera. October cools noticeably and November can bring rain, though the landscape is vivid with autumn colour.

14-25°C

moderate crowdgood value

September is excellent value compared to peak summer and the weather remains genuinely warm. October onward sees the villa market quieten significantly and rates fall further. A car is essential for autumn visits when some local restaurants reduce their hours.

Why we chose it

What sets Villa Claudia apart from comparable six-bedroom properties on the Riviera is the annexe: a genuinely independent wing with its own kitchen, sitting room and two en suite bedrooms, rather than the afterthought guest rooms that most villas of this size attach to the main structure. The hillside position in the Malvan Valley delivers a sense of rural seclusion that is rare this close to both Vence and Saint-Paul-de-Vence, two of the most characterful villages in the Alpes-Maritimes. Unlike many Riviera villas at this price point, which prioritise pool size over liveable indoor space, Villa Claudia provides a library, study and multiple distinct living areas that make a longer stay genuinely comfortable rather than merely scenic.

Reviewed by The Chosen Stay · 2026

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01The Architecture

Villa Claudia is built into a sloping hillside site above the Malvan Valley, with the main house arranged across four distinct levels connected by external steps and internal staircases. The architectural character is described by the listing as sleek and retro, a reference to the clean lines and restrained palette that place it in the mid-century modernist tradition prevalent in…

02The Interior

The interior of Villa Claudia pairs a retro aesthetic with practical comfort across a substantial floor plan. The principal living room opens onto the southern upper terrace through two sets of French doors, and is furnished with a working fireplace alongside ample seating. The open-plan dining area seats all twelve guests and connects through to a kitchen finished with a…

03The Outdoor

The outdoor spaces at Villa Claudia are arranged across several terraces at different levels of the hillside site, each framed by tropical gardens and olive groves. The heated pool measures 4 by 9 metres, is gated, and is served by an outdoor shower and pool towels. A portico terrace adjacent to the kitchen provides a shaded al fresco dining area,…

04The Location

Villa Claudia sits in the hills above Vence, a well-preserved medieval town in the Alpes-Maritimes that lies inland from the coast between Nice and Grasse. The immediate surroundings are rural, with the Malvan Valley dropping south towards the sea, but the centre of Vence is under a kilometre from the property, offering a supermarket, bakery, café and pharmacy for everyday…

05Ideal For

Villa Claudia works best for multi-generational families or two families travelling together who want communal space without constant proximity. The annexe arrangement suits a grandparent couple or an older teenager contingent wanting independence from the main group. The library, study and multiple terrace levels suit guests who want a proper base rather than a pool-only retreat. Young children are well…

Amenities

Private PoolAir ConditioningWiFiParkingFireplaceBBQTerraceBalconyCribHigh ChairTable TennisBeach NearbyPrivate ChefHousekeepingLaundryWasherDryerDishwasherCoffee MachineOutdoor Shower

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TheChosenStay's Guide

experience

Fondation Maeght, Saint-Paul-de-Vence

One of the finest private modern art foundations in Europe, set in landscaped grounds five kilometres from the villa. Giacometti sculptures in the garden courtyard alone justify the visit.

5 minutes by car

dining

La Colombe d'Or, Saint-Paul-de-Vence

The dining room walls are hung with original works by Picasso, Matisse and Léger, given in payment for meals when the artists were regulars. Book ahead and arrive for lunch to see the terrace at its best.

5 minutes by car

activities

Parfumeries of Grasse

Grasse, 22 kilometres from the villa, is the historic capital of the French perfume industry. Fragonard and Molinard both offer factory visits and private perfume-blending workshops that are a level above a standard tourist experience.

25 minutes by car

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Frequently Asked

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Villa Claudia is set in the hills above Vence in the Alpes-Maritimes, giving guests access to the French Riviera and the broader Côte d'Azur. Antibes is 20.7 kilometres away, Cannes 31 kilometres and Nice 22.7 kilometres, with the nearest beach at Plage de la Serre 11.5 kilometres from the property.

A cook service is available on request at an additional cost. The villa comes with a mid-week maid service included; a welcome pack is also provided on arrival. Additional services including pre-arrival grocery shopping, personal laundry and guided tours can be arranged through the operator.

Check-in is from 17:00 on the day of arrival. Check-out is by 10:00 on the day of departure.

The nearest commercial airport is Nice Côte d'Azur (approximately 20 minutes by road at 15.8 kilometres). For private aviation, Nice Côte d'Azur also serves as the primary FBO for the region, with private aircraft handling available on site.

Yes. The listing confirms a travel cot and highchair are provided, and the pool is gated. The annexe is well suited to older children or teenagers who want some independence from the main group. Note that the property is on a sloping site and all access between the villa, annexe, pool and car park is via external steps.

The surrounding area offers a wide range of activities. Saint-Paul-de-Vence and its Fondation Maeght modern art museum are five kilometres away. Grasse, the historic centre of the French perfume industry, is 22 kilometres. The nearest beach is 11.5 kilometres, and Nice, Antibes and Cannes are all within 31 kilometres for coastal dining, sailing and cultural visits. The villa itself has a boules court, table tennis, yoga mats and two barbecues on site.

July and August are the warmest and most consistently sunny months on the French Riviera, making them ideal for making full use of the pool and terraces. June and September offer very similar temperatures with fewer visitors and better availability. The villa is available year-round, and spring and autumn are excellent for exploring the inland villages, markets and natural landscapes without summer crowds.

The centre of Vence, with a supermarket, bakery, café, pharmacy and restaurants, is under one kilometre from the villa. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is five kilometres away by car.

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