"Villa la Joie de la Mer is a very luxuriously modern Provençal villa (3 750sf) in over half an acre of very private seafront grounds at the end of a cul-de-sac within a gated security-controlled private estate near Cap dAil: panoramic views of the sea from Cap Ferrat over to Cap dAil.

High, remote-controlled gates open onto a small parking area with enclosed garaging for two cars: very romantic stairway--bordered by masses of bougainvillea and enhanced by intriguing glimpses of the sea--leading down past ancient statues to the porch and the main entrance of the villa.

Double doors flanked by ancient stone statuettes open into a spacious upper hallway with access to the main bedrooms and a marble staircase with elegant wrought-iron art-deco style balustrade down to the main floor.

Main floor: very beautiful quite unique half bathroom in small brightly-lit grotto; stunningly beautiful fully-equipped modern kitchen with central cobalt-blue pierre de lave work surface and breakfast bar, Gagenau appliances, two ovens, three stainless-steel fridges, triple sink, and blue work surfaces--French windows to a breakfast terrace with barbecue and the main covered terrace.

Living room (450sf) with white piano, generous seating area around a unique, glass-topped coffee table in front of a pale coloured-stone decorative fireplace, and three sets of French windows to the main covered terrace (750sf); terrace with stone dining table for 6-10 and an extensive seating area with fine rattan furniture.

The upper floor comprises: beautiful hallway with angel sculpture on the wall; double bedroom (yellow motif) with en-suite bathroom; double bedroom (blue motif) with en-suite shower bathroom and access to the main terrace; master bedroom suite comprising master bedroom (320sf) with French windows to a large private terrace, office with WIFI connectivity, and en-suite marble bathroom with double Jacuzzi bath, twin vanities, power-jet shower, and separate WC and bidet.

At the lower (swimming pool) level: covered terrace with table tennis table; small apartment with double bedroom, mini kitchen and en-suite shower bathroom; en-suite double bedroom (under construction)

The décor in this world-class home is remarkably beautiful: white and pastel-coloured walls, finely-tiled floors, spot lighting and subtle designer lighting; the furniture is an inspired blend of the finest modern pieces and exquisite, hand-painted Provençal pieces; the soft furnishings are simply gorgeous and include hand-painted silk curtains.

Sculptures, large dramatic modern art paintings, objets trouvés, and original prints all combine with the lovely furnishings to create a wonderful summer atmosphere with light, colour, and sea views everywhere.

The villa is very well equipped with beautiful dinnerware, cutlery, and glasses as well as the finest quality household linen; central stereo, fax line, WIFI connectivity points, alarm system, and air conditioning throughout are among the many refinements of this world-class home.

A short walk from the main terrace: steps down to the swimming pool level with decking walkway to the 60-foot irregular-shaped heated overflow swimming pool with panoramic sea and coastal views; small terrace overlooking the beach; large grotto with curtained-in double bed for sleeping ""under the stars""; external shower for the pool and the ""sixth bedroom""; second grotto with small Jacuzzi; flower beds, oleander, potted plants, and bougainvillea creating a lovely atmosphere; gated access to a pebble beach for swimming in the azure Caribbean-like sea.

Villa la Joie de la Mer is an absolutely gorgeous home--a lush oasis of privacy and beauty: ideal for a family or group seeking total peace and absolute privacy in exquisite surroundings just minutes from Monaco and under 45 minutes from Nice international airport.
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