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Beach nearby
Marina
Outdoor dining
Marina
Smart TV, video library, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4829 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach...

Villefranche Vista is a two bedroom two bathroom luxury apartment. Enjoying an elevated south-facing location, it provides stunning views of the bay of Villefranche from the full length balcony, lounge and main bedroom. The balcony is exposed to the sun for most of the day and is perfect for al fresco dining.

The apartment was recently refurbished to a very high standard with marble floors and air-conditioning. Amenities include broadband wifi, a large flat-screen TV and Sonos sound system. The open plan kitchen has an American fridge freezer with ice maker, washing machine, dishwasher and microwave. The bedrooms feature double beds with Egyptian cotton linen and big fluffy towels. The main bedroom with sea view has a separate modern bathroom. The second bedroom has an en-suite shower room. Both bathrooms are supplied with l’Occitane goodies.

Perfectly situated on the edge of the old town, the apartment is a five minute stroll to the restaurants and shops. The beach and train station are a two minute walk.

Villefranche-sur-Mer is a charming 13th century fishing village surrounding one of most beautiful bays in the world. This friendly and artistic town, in the heart of the Côte d’Azur, is one of the few spots on the French Riviera to have retained its old world authenticity and charm.

The old town of Villefranche cascades down the hillside to the water’s edge. Here, you are spoilt for choice with vibrant restaurants and traditional brasseries tucked away in the maze of narrow streets and alleyways.

Villefranche has a beautiful sandy kilometre-long beach and clear blue waters. Bathers take advantage of the average of 300 days of sunshine per year.

The train station provides easy access along the coastal route to Cannes, Antibes, Nice, the medieval village of Eze, Monaco and through to Italy.

Despite being a quiet enclave on the riviera coastline, Villefranche is surrounded by an exciting international scene. The amazing beauty of the village has long attracted the international jet set. Don’t be surprised to see a Hollywood A-lister drinking their morning coffee at the table next to you.

Property manager

Shelton Fray

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the apartment or on the balcony.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 829 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children should be supervised on the balcony.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wake Up Sound Waves Beach.. Apartment Villefranche-Sur-Mer
Wake Up Sound Waves Beach.. Villefranche-Sur-Mer
Wake Up Sound Waves Villefran
Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach
Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach..
Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach... Apartment

About the area

Map
Villefranche-Sur-Mer, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Villa Ephrussi - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Port of Nice - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Promenade des Anglais - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Place Massena - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Paloma Beach - 9 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Villefranche-sur-Mer Station - 1 min walk
  • Garibaldi Tram Station - 8 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espuma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Good Mood Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Praia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lou Bantry - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Cosmo - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach...?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Marinières Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Promenade des Anglais and Port of Nice. Villa Nellcote and Baie des Fourmis Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Villefranche-sur-Mer Station is only a 2-minute walk and Beaulieu sur Mer Station is 24 minutes.

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Wake Up To The Sound Of The Waves On The Beach... Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ultimate way to experience The French Riviera

Difficult to find the words to describe the experience of staying at this fantastic, luxurious apartmentThe location is second to none and the access to Nice and the rest of the incredible coast from the train station was greatDonna, The Apartment Manager is fantastic, helping us settle in and responding straight away to any questions that we hadJust go ahead and book it for a once in a lifetime experience Thank you very much
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAVONNE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous View!

Beautiful space just as pictured with great service from our host and Donna who greeted us on arrival. The location is extremely convenient to catch the train for exploring the Riviera. We really enjoyed the patio and the views are amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location in a great property

Well designed, well maintained. This is a great location on the coast for access to the TER. Easy to get on/off/up/down the coast. Ville Franche is small but packed with great restaurants. Easy walk to a LOT. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic appartement with a beautiful view in villefranche sur mer

wonderful appartement in villefranche sur mer and a super host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect location, great apartment, everything we needed, so handy to the train, VilleFranche Sur-Mer beautiful spot. Views were incredible. Great Hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

I love this apartment so much! This was my second time staying here - for a month each time. My favorite parts are the balcony, the view, and the location. But the apartment itself is great too. Please see my long review from September 2022 for more details.
Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Y.

This place is wonderful

The view in this apt is absolutely amazing. The apt's furniture is very stylish and very clean. We had a great stay. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone without reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply great

It was our second stay in this lovely appartment and hopefully not the last one!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris V., Boca Raton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most amazing stay

The place was like a dream you can hear the water no rental car needed and the train is right there! Check in was easy and we traveled with my wife and teenager. If you are considering French Riviera don’t stay in a nice stay right outside in the village! Perfect location only 1 hour from Italy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Riviera location - quaint, quiet and beautiful!

We stayed three nights and enjoyed everything about this place. The beds are comfortable, the patio roomy with plenty of seating and the most magnificent view of the sea. The biggest bonus for us was the train station literally in front of us for easy travel to Monte Carlo and Nice. The train noise is minimal. The birds were louder than the trains. 😂 I even slept on the patio couch one night to listen to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow!

We were blown away at the amazing views of the sea from the family room and master bedroom. There is a spacious porch as well where you can sit and watch the water. The apartment is very spacious and clean. Very functional and comfortable. We want to go back! Loved our stay here !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth M., Washington D.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Time to This Oasis

This is the second time we've stayed at this property. We returned with our 10 month old son and really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the place. Checking in and out was great and easy. The location cannot be beat. We popped over to Ventimiglia which was recommended in the apt info book which was very helpful. We had a great time. We highly recommend this apartment so long as you don't try and book it when I want to stay there!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious Well Located Apartment with Amazing View

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this apartment and hope to return someday. Apartment was well laid out for 2 couples or a family. Location was excellent to get to train, beach and restaurants. Villefranche is an excellent homebase to explore the neighbouring cities of the Cote d'Azur. My most memorable feature of the apartment is the Amazing view of the water and town from the spacious balcony. We loved sitting on the balcony where we spent most of our time when we weren't exploring Villefranche and the Cote d'Azur. Would highly recommend this apartment.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

This was our third stay at Villefranche Villa and we loved it as before. Presentation is perfect, the pantry is very well stocked which is a real bonus. All neat, tidy and clean and with such a stunning view, all was terrific. We do hope to return next year. Donna is so helpful, she's a delight. Thank you Shelton and Donna. Kind regards, Christine
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking View and Beautiful apartment

This was the perfect weekend get-away after a busy week in Barcelona with our daughter. The apartment is perfectly appointed! The beds were big and comfortable, bathrooms were nice and clean. We spent a lot of time on the balcony overlooking the beautiful view of the sea. We arrived early and were promptly met by the property manager, we were allowed to drop our bags off while the unit was cleaned. The unit is just above the train station but the trains didn't bother us at all, and it was really convenient when we wanted to travel into Nice or Monaco. The town is so quaint and we really enjoyed the restaurants and shops. 10/10 trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda "Emma" P., San Jose, CA

The PERFECT Getaway

Villefranche-sur-Mer was the last stop on our European vacation, and after being at this apartment for less than 5 minutes, we wished it had been the only stop on our European vacation! The owner and the property manager were both very friendly and responsive, and the property itself was perfect for our family. It is literally in walking distance of the town and even closer to the train station. I've already recommended the property to two friends looking to visit France. As soon as we save up enough to be able to visit France again, I have no doubt we will be renting this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne J.

This has it all

The apartment is beautifully furnished and fully equipped, and with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, it's very comfortable for 2 - 4 people. If you wouldn't think of staying on the Riviera without a sea view - and we wouldn't - this is the place to be. There are sweeping views of the Bay of Villefranche and even though it was too cold in Feb. to sit out on the balcony, the view makes this a special place. It's convenient to the local train and buses, and there's street parking if you have a car. The owner and the local contact were a pleasure to deal with. Hope to visit again sometime.

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really excellent apartment!

This is a very nicely modernised apartment with two good sized bedrooms (with very comfortable beds) and two bathrooms. it is very well equipped and reasonably priced. In fact, the property is better than it looks in the pictures as pictures/mirrors and new outdoor furniture on the balcony have been added.It is a short stroll into town where we bought all we needed from the Casino mini-mart. Plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from too, Le Mayssa was the best place to eat for us. You are next to the train station which is handy although the train do start quite early in the morning. It didn't bother us though. Excellent feedback from the owner and property manager. Overall 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb Apartment with a great view of Villefranche-Sur-Mer Bay

The Apartment is spacious, with a good standard of fixtures and fittings, high end appliances such that the Apartment easily surpassed all of my expectations. Whilst I was a little worried about the Apartment’s proximity to the Railway line, you hardly notice the extremely quite trains coming and going and the benefit of the station being immediately below the Apartment, far outweighs any undue concerns. Parking can be difficult at weekends but manageable nonetheless and free which is a bonus. Definitely a wonderful place to stay all in all and I will hopefully return sometime soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

An oasis in our Europe trip

This property is exactly as pictured. No surprises except the fully equipped, well supplied kitchen. Thank you to other guests who left pantry items. It made it feel like home. Excellent communication with the property managers and a lovely thank you from the owner at the end of our stay. Even in November we sat out on the balcony everyday. And the view !!!!! The train station is right below the apartment. Very convenient for trips to Monaco and Nice. As other reviewers have said, the noise is not a problem if you close the roller shutters at night. The towels were thick and large, the bedding and the beds luxurious.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

Francine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful View

This was our fifth time in Ville Franche and Sheldon’s place definitely had the best view out of all of our stays. We were initially concerned about the train but it was quite quiet. The location was great, close to the beach and restaurants. The only challenge was parking but we really just walked everywhere so not a big deal. The kitchen is well stocked and the clothing washer and dishwashers were very nice to have. The balcony was our favourite spot as the view is spectacular and keeps us coming back. We recommend this apartment as it is very quiet and away from the town noise. There is beautiful greenery with purple irises and a small stream right next door so at night and early morning the sounds of waves and the small stream are very relaxing. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine & Harvey N.

Second time even better

This was an amazing second experience. Having thoroughly enjoyed VillefrancheVista for one week last year we enjoyed the experience of Villefranche and it's surrounds even more for two weeks this month. VillefrancheVista is a most spectacular apartment, to wake up to the vista of the bay, to have breakfast on the balcony overlooking the bay and it's never ending movements, is amazing. The apartment is fitted out superbly, totally comfortably and fully equipped, from soundsystems to kitchen utensils! Everything you need. We are four mature travellers, active, love the restaurants of Villefranche and find VillefrancheVista so perfectly situated to everything. The trains being close are a bonus, with easy travel to Monaco and Antibes. We would recommend this apartment to anyone wanting a perfect stay in a perfect place.

10/10 Excellent

kelly k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You won’t find a better view!

The apartment has a view that is perfection. There was plenty of space inside for the 3 of us that stayed, but most of our time was spent outside on the balcony. Restaurants, shopping, and train are all in walking distance, and there was no trouble getting an Uber to pick us up as well. Donna the property manager was patiently waiting for us at the property after our plane arrival was an hour late. She walked us through the property and gave us some information on the area. We were disappointed that there was not a dryer as advertised. There is a washer and a drying rack on the porch. This wasn’t a big deal overall, but did not allow us the opportunity to wash towels if needed as minimal were provided. Also the coffee machine is an espresso machine and I had no idea how to use it or the type of coffee that should be used. Instructions may help. Overall we felt safe and comfortable! Thank you for letting us enjoy the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth M., Washington D.C.

Seaside Perfection

Waking up in this apartment was the best part of our trip. Villefranche serves as a perfect 'home base' for a trip to the South of France. My husband and I explored Monaco, Nice, and even did a day trip to Barolo. We rented a car and parking it near the apartment overnight was easy. The apartment was appointed perfectly - plenty of utensils, cups, plates, and other amenities. The bathrooms were lovely and modern - I especially loved the window adjacent to the shower. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was great - even large towels were provided, something we've not seen in other VRBO rentals. The owner and the onsite coordinator (Donna) were great to work with and checking in and out was easy and very clear. Our security deposit was refunded promptly and without any reminder from me. I can't say enough about the view - every morning waking up to that view melts the stress away. The train's close proximity is very convenient for getting around and the noise is no bother - it doesn't run especially often, or at night, and its really very quiet anyway. Given the success of our trip and the comfort of the apartment, we are already planning to go back with my parents in the summer when we can enjoy the beautiful beach just steps away. I should also mention that the restaurants nearby were also great - there is even one that's a little famous having been featured in a Rick Steves episode (La Mer Germain). This apartment is a MUST - just don't book it up too much because we want to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016