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LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS

VILLA OLEANDER is a luxury, air conditioned villa with 3 bedrooms (all with en suite bathrooms) in Mougins, sleeping 6. Two of the bedrooms are upstairs and one downstairs.
The open plan kitchen, living room and dining room make for a wonderfully convivial vacation space for a family or group of friends.

Set within a mature, south-facing, Mediterranean garden with breath-taking views over the Old Village (15-20 mins walk), the Bay of Cannes and the Esterel Mountains.

Just 20 minutes from Nice Airport and 6km from Cannes.

The terraced gardens are beautifully landscaped and secluded with high hedges and include a private, heated swimming pool, pool house, table tennis and full sized boules court.
We also have a well equipped games room.

The villa has private parking for 3 cars and is secured by remote controlled electric gates.

We pride ourselves on excellent communication and service, and exceeding expectations.

The wonderful view has defined the standard for which we have tried to follow in all that we have done at the villa.

Children are very welcome at Villa Oleander and we have plastic boules for the boules court and plenty of inflatables for the heated pool.
We accept well behaved pets with prior approval.

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FACILITIES AND SERVICES

We have had the pleasure of receiving guests at Villa Oleander since 2008, and if ever a guest has made a suggestion of something they have been short of, then we now provide it.
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For your comfort

We would like to think that we have provided everything for an extremely comfortable stay. Such as;
- air conditioning (with heating)
- wood burning stove
- high quality mattresses and bedding
- dressing gowns
- slippers
- pool towels
- room fragrances and pillow mist
- soaps and hand wash of the region

so you only need pack your personal items!

The villa is cleaned mid week and end of week, and the laundry is changed once a week.

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For your enjoyment

When not relaxing in the sun or exploring our stunning region, Villa Oleander's facilities include;
- outdoor, private and secluded swimming pool (heating optional)
- outdoor table tennis
- full size boules court
- yoga mats
- games room equipped with
* slate bedded pool table
* 42" flatscreen TV
* DVD library
* Xbox One S games console and games library
* board games
- fIbre broadband WiFi
- Sky sports
- BT Sports
- Amazon prime
- Netflix
- Bluetooth (including outdoor (and floating!)) music players

never a dull moment!

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For your convenience

Everything that we use when we are at the villa, is also at our guests disposal.

The house is well stocked with all the usual small items. From kitchen roll to kitchen foil and beach bags to umbrellas.
We have
- a very well equipped kitchen for real food lovers
- laundry room with washer/drier and iron/ironing board
- Weber barbecues - charcoal and gas
- outdoor heater
- high chair and cot available
- extra bed for small children
- international electrical adapters
- multi charger cables

so the supermarket trip is simplified to just great food and wine!

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For your information

We will send you a comprehensive information pack including user guides, restaurants and shopping guides, suggestions for days out, opening hours and even the rules of boules! This is duplicated in a folder in the villa.

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For your peace of mind

When booking, you will receive a personal service dealing only with the owners.
When at Villa Oleander you will be looked after by our trusted team.
Our housekeeper is just a phone call away throughout your stay. She is an absolute star!
There are no extra costs (other than optional extra of €100 per week for pool heating), and there are no agent fees.
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Recognition: AS FEATURED in `SHE` MAGAZINE! (July 2008), `BELLA` (Feb 2009), `LIVING ABROAD` (Aug 2010), 'Members Top 10 Homes In France' by the exclusive Stay One Degree (Jan 2020), and also listed in HOLIDAY RENTALS very own `Top 10 Villas with Pools in Europe.`

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More on our location

Villa Oleander has the perfect view of the medieval village of Mougins, famous in the French Riviera for its superb restaurants, art galleries and surrounding golf courses.
Thanks to excellent road links, Mougins is only 20 minutes from Nice Airport, yet retains its peaceful village charm.
Only 6km from Cannes and the Mediterranean Sea, Mougins is also home to the 427 hectare National Parc de La Valmasque and Lake Fontmerle, giving it a semi rural feel.
At a height of 260 metres, Mougins is beautifully maintained, its winding pedestrian streets filled with art galleries and over a dozen fabulous restaurants. Pablo Picasso chose Mougins as the place to spend his last 12 years, and his studio was in the Old Village. Other famous people who have chosen to live in Mougins include Fernand Léger, Jean Cocteau, Yves Saint Laurent, Winston Churchill and Édith Piaf.
Alain Ducasse and Roger Vergé have managed restaurants in the village and now, famous chef Denis Fetisson, owns two of our many wonderful restaurants.
Mougins is fortunate to have the excellent Musée de la Photographie, the Femmes Artistes du Musée and each year hosts the International Gastronomy Festival of Mougins.

Property manager

Alastair Walmsley

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathrobes

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2260 sq ft (210 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Subject to approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Heated pool, games room, boules court, table tenni

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Subject to approval
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number MGS223HTG

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Mougins, Provence-Alpes-Côte-DAzur

What's nearby

  • Sophia Antipolis - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannes-Mougins Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Royal Mougins Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Palace of Festivals and Conferences - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Cannes Harbour - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Mouans-Sartoux Station - 7 min drive
  • Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Amandier de Mougins - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Le Moulin de Mougins - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Menthe Douce - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Les Rosees - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪L'Asia - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS located?

This family-friendly Mougins villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sophia Antipolis and Cannes-Mougins Golf Club. Royal Mougins Golf Club is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

LUXURY VILLA with AMAZING VIEWS and PRIVATE HEATED POOL in GORGEOUS GARDENS Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful in every way
The villa is absolutely gorgeous inside and out. Best view of Mougins. The fenced in property has everything you need. Alastair was a perfect host —reachable at all times and the book of local suggestions and restaurants was a great help!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa
Lovely villa
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan j.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect spot to explore Côte d'Azur
This villa is a great little gem tucked into the hills with a beautiful view of Mougins and the sea. The house was perfect for 2 couples, there is a 3rd bedroom, but it's quite small. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, so it is definitely possible to fit 3 couples, it just may be a little tighter. The view from the master and 1st floor bedrooms were stunning, and overlooked the pool and garden. The neighborhood where this villa is situated is very high-end, with large, gated villas surrounding the property. We enjoyed sitting by the pool almost every night with our wine and cheese after long days of exploring the beautiful French countryside and coast. The owners of this villa are exceptionally responsive, which is hard to find with VRBO sometimes, and answered every question we had prior to booking. Emma, the villa manager, was outstanding both before and during our trip. She helped arrange day trips and gave us a ton of restaurant ideas, all of which turned out to be amazing. I cannot say anything negative about this villa, except that the WiFi is really not good, so if you hope to do any work during your vacation you may have a really difficult time. We traveled from the US and did need to connect for business purposes which was nearly impossible. However, if you are truly looking to get away and not be worried about work during your holiday, you may consider this to be a blessing! For us, a stronger connection would have been helpful. Overall, fabulous!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhian G., Abondance, France

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect Gem
We had the most amazing couple of days at the Villa, we didn't really feel the need to leave because it had everything there ..the pool, games room, table tennis even yoga mats. We did explore a little bit during our short stay there , we had a lovely walk in a beautiful park and we did dine out at the georgous little town Mougins well worth a visit , we will definitely be staying again for longer next time !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
most beautiful villa
Villa Oleander is simply spectacular! The property is beautiful and perfectly situated within Mougins - our new favorite village in the French Riviera. The surroundings are peaceful and the views are breathtaking. Our time was nothing short of exceptional and we hope to be back soon. Thank you to the amazing hosts and staff for making the trip so memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mirje T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Blissful Two-Week Retreat at Villa Oleander
Our time at the villa was truly unforgettable. The picturesque surroundings and the overall comfort of the villa made our stay exceptional. The villa's interior was cozy and tastefully decorated, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. The outdoor area was equally impressive, and we spent countless hours by the pool and enjoying the stunning garden. Our teenagers, enjoyed their time immensely, and they wanted to make sure to highlight the playroom:) During our stay we found ourselves spending a significant amount of time in the kitchen. Whether it was preparing breakfests or dinners with fresh, local ingredients, or simply enjoying a glass of wine while chatting and cooking together, the kitchen played a central role in our daily activities. It truly enhanced our overall experience and added an extra layer of warmth to our stay. We were also pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful welcome gifts that awaited us upon our arrival. It was a lovely touch that made us feel instantly at home.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

CAL P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
We made amazing new cherished family memories. Loved the house, the views are breathtaking, pool was amazing and Emma was always available to help make sure we had everything needed to make our stay spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michal F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely awesome!
I have been visited so many places but this is absolutely awesome. We enjoyed every minute of our stay, there are so many details which makes you feel like you stay in your homme or even better :) there is all you need for unforgettable holidays, relaxing areas, well maintened house and garden, pool and even gaming room! With so many attractions around you won't want to leave. Alastair as the owner was quickly responsive even last minute decision, Emma as the manager was very helpful and always smiley. Well, this is masterpiece!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

John D., Elgin, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
Good for three couples as abase to explore the riviera.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Villa very close to Mougins old town
Villa Oleander is a lovely villa close to Mougins in a nice neighbourhood. For us, it was not walking distance to the old town in the August heat with the hills, but it is an easy two minute drive by car (and there is a large, free car park as you enter the old town so never any parking issues) and if you don't wish to drive then Uber taxis are readily available. The villa, pool and garden are all immaculately maintained and fully equipped with everything you could need including the small touches you would find in a hotel, like robes and slippers. There is a welcome pack on arrival of all essentials like milk, butter, juice etc. The villa is also well stocked with items such as washing up liquid, dishwasher tabs, kitchen roll and so on. There are several supermarkets in the area and a nice bakery a very short distance away. Emma, the property manager is lovely to deal with and will respond to any query or request extremely efficiently and quickly. She will happily give recommendations and advice on shopping, restaurants, etc. All in all, the villa is exactly the same as the photos and description and has an amazing view of the old town from the terrace, living area and two of the bedrooms. A great find which we would recommend and stay in again!

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

beautiful property
This house is in a great position, very close to the old town of Mougins - a 2 minute drive (We thought we might try walking, but the lack of pavements and driving style of the locals, put us off that idea after the first attempt!). The house is immaculate and so are the beautiful grounds, Emma is excellent support and very responsive, and we also want to call out the hard work of Christal (apologies, not sure of spelling) who came to clean twice a week. The view of Mougins old town is amazing, and you also have a view of the sea. There are many wonderful restaurants in Mougins, we particularly liked sitting on the terrace at L'Amandier. We have previously stayed in Cannes and Chateauneuf, and would describe this place as somewhere between the busy of Cannes and the peace and quiet of Chateauneuf. Thank you for the opportunity of staying in this beautiful house.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

gina c., Portland, OR

What a villa!
We had the good fortune to stay at the villa for 6 nights in early July 2017. Our stay was very last minute, but Alastair responded to my request very quickly and was terrific about making sure everything was ready for us the same day! The house manager Emma was very responsive, and checked in with us en route to the villa to ensure that the begs were configured for our family. It was such a great surprise to have "the essentials" there for us upon arrival- milk, cheese, bread, fruit, juice, etc. Emma provided us with restaurant and beach suggestions, and the villa guide also contained a lot of great info on the area. I can't say enough about Emma's care throughout our stay- she's a gem! The villa is really amazing, and the photos don't do it justice. They've really thought of everything. The beds were comfy, air conditioning in every room, robes and pool towels were provided. The pool house has a mini fridge and sink, and there are Bluetooth speakers in the house and pool house. The pool was fantastic! We used it everyday, and there are zero gravity loungers as well as more traditional ones to choose from. Our boys enjoyed playing table tennis and using the pool table. The kitchen is well equipped and we ended up cooking more than planned. It was just so relaxing to sit on the terrace and look at Mougins and the med in the distance. We were quite happy with the location as it was close enough to go see sights in the area, but allowed us to stay in a calm and peaceful setting. We've been fortunate to stay in many vacation rentals around the world, and this really has to be about the best one we've found! I would highly recommend this villa to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alastair W.

Wonderful again!
We last stayed at Villa Oleander 2 years ago and we were very excited to be coming back. As before, the garden and pool area beautifully maintained - but I must congratulate the owners on the interior “makeover” which is gorgeous. Lots of little extra touches that make the difference and Emma, the new manager, is a real find as well. Villa Oleander has all the comforts of “home” but set up very much with guests in mind. Dinner at Paloma was a highlight.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Guy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Belle villa
Belle villa avec vue surprenable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christoph G., Dresden, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness
Great option for a high-quality family stay in southern France
Great location in the upper hills north of Cannes. Splendid views towards the old town of Mougins and the Mediterranean sea, especially from the balcony, which served as main breakfast and dinner location for us. A very well maintained holiday home for up to six people, fully equipped and featuring a nice swimming pool (our kids' and grandparents' most favorite place), a terrain de petanque (everybody's second favorite place), an open air lounge terrace under a palm tree and a billard table inside the house. A car/motorbike should be rented to get the most out of this place, from which many really cool places of interest are within easy reach for those who like to drive through a lovely hilly countryside. Special mentioning is deserved with regard to the managing agency (Emma) and the cleaning lady, who are first class.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anton R.

What's in a name ?
It is just top of the bill & hill !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017