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An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines

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Interior
Pool from roof terrace
Piscine arboré
Bedroom 3
Kitchen: Siemens/ Neff appliances

Reviews

5.6 out of 10
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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623 Chemin des Argelas, Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes, 06250
  • Promenade de la Croisette
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cannes Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Palace of Festivals and Conferences
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Valbonne (SXD-Sophia Antipolis)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Ensuite shower

Shower only

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Verandah

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines

3 bedroomed Mas Provencal, oozing old world charm & character, in a secluded setting, surrounded by dense forest, with no visible neighbours. Lose yourself in 3,000 square metres of private landscaped gardens, steeped in biodiversity, and boasting a 15x5 metre private swimming pool which is overlooked only by our roof terrace, patio and BBQ, so that you can keep an eye on your kids splashing around. There is off-street parking for 2-3 cars for your exclusive use.

Our villa is just a 12-15 minute drive from the sandy beaches of Juan les Pins, chic bustling Cannes and sumptuous Antibes. There is an hourly bus service from our front gate, but a car is recommended.

DISCLAIMER: As you can see from the pictures and video clip, our ‘maison secondaire’ is a rustic, characterful mas provençal, not a modern, minimalist ‘villa californienne’, nor is it in immaculate condition. It is nevertheless comfortable, equipped with all the comforts of home: eg modern Siemens/ Bosch appliances including circutherm oven, ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso coffee maker, etc

Our villa is a haven of peace and tranquility - a hideaway from the hurly-burly of modern urban life - somewhere to relax, detox, unwind and commune with nature. It is surrounded by dense forest so please expect to encounter the occasional ant, beetle, frog, lizard, earthworm, etc, So if you are seeking spotless modernity and functional convenience then please book a room at Ibis or Novotel! There is no wifi available at present.

There are no children allowed on our roof terrace because it has no balustrade (the access ladder is designed to make it difficult for them to climb on to the terrace).

Our guardian lives next door (for security reasons) in a separate section of the house, with its own entrance, garden, parking, etc. He will assist if you have any questions/ concerns, otherwise you will probably never see him.

Strict no-smoking.

Well behaved, house trained pets are welcome, subject to host’s prior approval.

Property manager

Shravan Sood

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No toddlers please - swimming pool!
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Events

No events allowed
No pool parties please!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
House trained pets only (expensive furniture!)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking please, indoors or out!
Arrival: please drive straight down private road and and park under pine trees. Do not turn right - our guardian lives in next door house.
Please leave villa in similar condition (used linen in basket/ bathtub in veranda, keys on dining table, shutters closed).Report damaged / lost items.
Eco sensitivity: Please protect/ respect environment - switch off aircon, radiators, lights, etc on when you are out. No sanitary napkins In toilet!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No pool parties please!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

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

About the area

Mougins

Located in Mougins, this villa is in a rural area. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Promenade de la Croisette and CAP 3000 Shopping Center, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Cannes Harbour. Museum of the Sea and Nautipolis Aquatic Complex are also worth visiting.
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Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes

What's nearby

  • Sophia Antipolis - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannes-Mougins Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Palace of Festivals and Conferences - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Promenade de la Croisette - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cannes Harbour - 10 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Vallauris Station - 10 min drive
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palm Beach Cannes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steak N Shake - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quick - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lou Miedjou - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An emerald nestling amidst soaring pines located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is steps from Sophia Antipolis and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cannes-Mougins Golf Club and Carnot Boulevard. Cannes Hospital is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

5.6
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 7 reviews

4.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

5.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jelle j.

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

Thanks, we had a nice holiday!

We enjoyed our stay in Mougins, it is a wonderful area and people are very friendly. Beautiful beaches and very nice weather. The house may need some update but it is in a quiet area and the pool is absolute amazing. The owner was quick in reaction and was helpfull with good tips and advice about the area. We had a lovely holiday!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mougin August 2023 Wonderfull Stay!

We stayed in this house with our family at the beginning of August. We had a super good time. The house is a bit outdated, but very charming and fully equipped. Good air conditioning in the living room, kitchen with all the trimmings. 2 excellent bathrooms and 3 bedrooms, one of which may be a bit warm, but if you open all doors in the evening on time, it can be done. With this beautiful weather you live outside and at this house with a mega large and lovely swimming pool and garden it is wonderful to stay. The house has a perfect location near Cannes and Mougin, in the middle of the forest. We were welcomed very warmly by Richard and the owner has also shown himself to be the perfect host. We enjoyed it and would love to come back.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander K.

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

fantastic place for summer holiday

We are a family with three kids and had a fantastic summer holiday in the house. Particularly the pool was very nice, partly in the sun and partly in shade, just perfect. The pool service came once per week keeping the pool water nice and clean. The large garden was a wonderful place for the kids to explore. The house is an old style provençal home with character and a large living room and a lot of space. The kitchen is a bit old and there a small things that come with an old house, e.g. a broken door handle, old kitchen equipment, etc. Nothing that bothered us. Communication with the owner was easy, uncomplicated and always very fast. Very friendly contact and supportive whenever help was needed. As said we had a wonderful summer holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Patrick D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Villa à n pas louer à Mougins.

Depuis plusieurs années nous louons notre lieu de séjour via ABRITEL. Pour la première fois nous avons à déplorer la qualité de notre gîtes. La villa n'est pas d'une propreté exemplaire. L'annonce ne correspondait pas à la réalité du terrain. Villa prévue pour loger 6 personnes alors que la piscine n'est équipée que d'une chaise longue. Les petits meubles de jardin sont dans un état déplorable d'usure. Une des trois chambres se situe dans une véranda de mauvaise qualité dans laquelle la chaleur est insupportable. L'une des autres chambre est dépourvue de fenêtre ! De plus la moitié de la villa est occupé par une personne présentée comme étant le "gardien" de la propriété. Ceci n'étant pas mentionné dans l'offre de location. Le logement est dépourvu de réseau wifi. L'entretien du jardin, qui pourtant offre de belles perspectives, manque grandement de rigueur.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

gagik s.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Propriétaire malhonnête avec sa maison pourrit

Scandaleux, propriétaire malhonnête et radin. Même après la location essai de gratter max possible sur les problématiques inventés... On y a passé 3 nuit et a dû fuir! Maison pourrit et très mal entretenue. Jamais rénové avec une étanchéité nulle... il y avait des lézards dans la maison et on a retrouvé des traces des souris ou des rats. Nous lui avons réclamé le remboursement en décomptant 3 nuit et plus de nouvelles... Shame on you...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Christian M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Arnaque…..

Plus jamais…….l’horreur, nous y avons passé une nuit car il était très tard et la voiture embourbée ce qui ne nous a empêché de fuir! Honteux, scandaleux et propriétaire malhonnête car nous lui avons réclamé le remboursement en décomptant une nuit et plus de nouvelles. Une saleté et une poubelle pas vidée.. bref inimaginable.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Mike W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Sehr ungepflegte Unterkunft!!

Die Eingangstüren sind nicht verschließbar. Keine saubere Handtücher, keine saubere Bettwäsche vorhanden. Ein Bett ist defekt, bei dem anderen liegt der Lattenrost auf dem Boden. Der Kühlschrank und auch der Backofen sind sehr verschmutzt. WiFi geht nur manchmal und dann auch nur in zwei Räumen. In den Matratzen sind Bettwanzen, wir wurden alle sehr intensiv gebissen. Der Vermieter weißt jede Schuld von sich, und meinte wir würden uns nicht nachvollziehbar beschweren.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shravan Sood

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Former managing director of US investment bank.

Why they chose this property

Maison secondaire

What makes this property unique

4000 sq m Garden
15 m private pool
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Open plan living/ dining room
Steeped in Biodiversity