Historic Grand Duchess's Villa · Cap d'Antibes

A rare opportunity to stay in one of the historic private residences of Cap d'Antibes.

Maison de la Grande Duchesse was commissioned in 1930 for Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia, Princess of Montenegro and widow of Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich of Russia.

Designed by architect Léon Rubert, the original plans for the house survive in the Antibes municipal archives, where it is recorded as the Projet de maison pour Madame la grande duchesse Nicolas de Russie.

Nearly a century later, Maison de la Grande Duchesse remains a private family house, hidden within Mediterranean gardens on the Cap d'Antibes.

With seven ensuite bedrooms and generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, the villa is particularly suited to families and groups of friends wishing to experience the Côte d'Azur from somewhere with genuine character and history.

This is not a purpose-built holiday villa. It is a historic Riviera home.

Original architectural details and the atmosphere of the 1930s coexist with the comforts required for contemporary family life, creating a house that feels elegant but relaxed rather than hotel-like.

Days begin slowly in the garden, followed by swimming in the beautiful pool and lunch beneath the Mediterranean sun. The beaches and restaurants of Antibes are close at hand, while Nice, Juan-les-Pins and Cannes are within easy reach.

In the evening, the villa becomes a house for gathering: aperitifs in the garden, long dinners with family and friends and warm summer nights beneath the cypress trees.

Other entertainments available in the villa are outdoor table tennis table, badminton and boules. Short walk to bakery and grocer. Close to the Hotel du Cap. Great location for daytrips to Grasse, St Paul de Vence, Eze and Monaco. Rent ebikes nearby, book a cruise on the Med or take the kids tubing, kayaking or paddle boarding, the villa is perfectly located for both relaxation and fun.

The villa retains beautiful high ceilings, marble terrazzo floors and art deco balconies. Stylish light filled living room and large dining area. All the bedrooms are spacious with king size beds, luxury bed linen and soft towels. Fully equipped kitchen. Separate utility room with washing machine and dryer.

Fabulous, huge garden with multiple entertaining areas. Beautiful pool area with sun loungers, outdoor L-shaped sofa, dining area with bar, outdoor fridge and barbecue.

Renovating in 2026 to give every kingsize bedroom its own private ensuite bathroom.