RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA
Charming, totally renovated apartment in an old fisherman's house typical of old Nice, with a rare, unobstructed view of a small private garden beneath the famous castle hill. A secret, quiet, flower-filled alley leads to the terraces of the many cafés and restaurants of the flower market square. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, WiFi internet connection, cable TV, telephone and iPod docking station. You'll enjoy the birdsong in the lemon trees from the two windows overlooking a private garden, or the soft backlight of the old shutters in the cool of the old town, while less than three minutes' walk away, you'll be facing the sea and its famous Baie des Anges, on Nice's beach where the water is turquoise and limpid. The apartment has been completely renovated, preserving the architectural features of old Nice: old floor tiles, beams, shuttered blinds and clotheslines. The use of materials such as faded or ceruse-treated wood, pebbles for the bathroom floor, plant carpets and driftwood create a charming vacation atmosphere, in the spirit of a chic seaside cabin. The kitchen's functionality has been carefully considered, with a full range of electrical appliances in a contemporary kitchen space (central island, high stools, eating counter), in perfect contrast to the apartment's relaxed atmosphere. The bathroom features a number of charming details, including a walk-in shower and resolutely contemporary glass pavers that let the light and colors of the garden into the shower area. The high-quality, modular bedding consists of two separate 90x200 cm single beds, which together form a king-size bed. Pillows are ergonomic and anti-allergenic. Bed linen and towels are provided. Access to the apartment is available to travelers 24/7 via a key box. The code will be emailed to travelers a few days before their arrival, along with instructions on how to find the apartment easily. The use of materials such as washed or whitewashed wood, pebbles for the bathroom floor, plant carpets and driftwood create a charming holiday atmosphere, in the spirit of a chic seaside cabin. Great care has been taken to ensure that the kitchen is functional, with a full range of electrical appliances in a contemporary kitchen area (central island, high stools, dining counter), in perfect contrast to the relaxed atmosphere of the flat. The shower room has some charming details, such as the walk-in shower and the resolutely contemporary glass panels that let the light and colours of the garden into the shower area. The high quality modular bedding consists of two separate 90x200 cm single beds, which together form a king-size bed. The pillows are ergonomic and anti-allergenic. Sheets and towels are provided. Access to the flat is available to travellers 24/7 via a key box. The code will be emailed to travellers a few days before their arrival, along with all the instructions for finding the flat easily.
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Property Registration Number 06006018394SB
Property # 688612a
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Nice
Located by the sea, this apartment is in Nice City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nice. Port of Nice and Monaco Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Promenade des Anglais and CAP 3000 Shopping Center. Palais Nikaia and Antibes Land are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station - 5 min walk
Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Blast - 3 min walk
Les Distilleries Idéales - 2 min walk
movida - 3 min walk
La Civette du Cours - 3 min walk
The Snug and Cellar - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA on 16 July 2026 start from NZ$247, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is RARE CHARMING APARTMENT IN OLD NICE, WITH A GARDEN VIEW, CLOSE TO THE SEA located?
Located in Nice City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Place Rossetti and Promenade des Anglais. Place Massena and Port of Nice are also within 10 minutes. Cathedral - Vieille Ville Tram Station is only a 5-minute walk and Opera - Vieille Ville Tram Station is 7 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Space is clean and had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. It was an easy walk to all the restaurants, sights and beach, yet off the main streets so not a lot of noise. I wish I had had warning of the steep flight of stairs to get into apartment, it was tricky, but luckily we travel light.
Comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen, great location
Barbara S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2025
Dear Barbara, thank you for your short review... and so sorry you didn't quite perfectly appreciate the appartment. If anything can be improved, please help us to do it to obtain 10/10 next time ! Best regards
Comfortable accommodations in a great location near Castle Hill and the daily market. Nice to have a laundry washing machine in the unit. The wi-fi was not working, but the host was responsive and found a solution within a couple of hours.
great apartment in a quiet central location of old nice
the property has everything you need - very tidy with old charm. near local amenities and bars and resturants - great for a weekend or even a couple of weeks - ideal for two people
garry s.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
So nice to read such a positive feedback from your stay in Malonat, thank you so much for your kind words, Gary! I am really happy you enjoyed the comfort and the facilities of this location in Nice ! See you another time !
So nice to read such a positive feedback from your stay in Malonat, thank you so much for your kind words, Barbara ! I am really happy you enjoyed the comfort and the facilities of this location in Nice ! See you another time !
Loved the apartment, exactly as described. Full of charm and in a perfect quiet location just a minute from the hustle and bustle of old town and a short walk to all the wonderful restaurants and markets in Cours Saleya. Only 5 mins walk to tram stop to explore more of the wonderful city and region. Great communication and information from Joel. Can't wait to visit again!
Amanda S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you Amanda for your positive and enthusiastic comment! Yes, you've clearly seen the appeal of choosing Le Malonat for a stay in Nice, the authenticity of life in buzzing old Nice and the silence of the house, away from the hustle and bustle. Come back soon, you'll always be welcome! See you soon!
Couldn’t be happier with our stay in Nice! Exceeded our expectations with location, size and functionality. Only comments I have - when finding the room the numbers “1, 2, 3, 4” don’t match up perfectly - keep walking down the street to find the right door!And the bed is very firm. We struggled with it a little, but others may enjoy!
Mitch D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you Mitch for your positive and enthusiastic comment! Yes, you've clearly seen the appeal of choosing Le Malonat for a stay in Nice, the authenticity of life in buzzing old Nice and the silence of the house, away from the hustle and bustle. A little paradise even if you didn't quite enjoy the firm beds ! Come back soon, you'll always be welcome! See you soon!
Verified
8/10 Good
Niclas S.
23 April 2019
Very nice apartment!
Well equipped with great location. Very good instructions.
Niclas S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Thank you for your kind words ! See you one day in Nice then !
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Oksana
19 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice cozy place close to restaurants, beach, Flea market. It has everything you need to stay, sleep, and if you prefer to cook a meal. The furniture a little bit outdated and very basic (mostly the Ikea items). Be aware of narrow steep stairs to this second floor appartement.
Overall, we had a very nice stay in this place and would stay again.
Oksana
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
DAVID R.
19 September 2016
Fantastic time
The property was without fault and we had all the provision for a satisfactory holiday that we could wish for ,but as the weather was so hot the provision of an air condition unit would be a distinct advantage rather than just a fan . The décor was delightful and would love to return next year .Nice is a fantastic City with beautiful people and this apartment was the perfect base for us
DAVID R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you dear David for your positive and enthusiastic comment! Yes, you've clearly seen the appeal of choosing Le Malonat for a stay in Nice, the authenticity of life in buzzing old Nice and the silence of the house, away from the hustle and bustle. Come back soon, you'll always be welcome! See you soon!
The apartment has an authentic French feel. Quite roomy and private. But most of all close to everything. The promenade is just a few minutes away as are restaurants and other services if you want to cook with the great facilities in the apartment. The best flee market in southern France is around the corner too, on Mondays. Stay as long as you can.
Altogether a wonderful stay. Thanks Joel
Daniel P.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
So nice to read such a positive feedback from your stay in Malonat, thank you so much for your kind words, Daniel ! I am really happy you enjoyed the comfort and the facilities of this location in Nice ! See you another time !
The apartment is situated on a narrow 'ruelle', elevated from the main part of the old town. And this is why it is perfect; the street is so narrow and so steep that there are no vehicles of any kind passing by, nor any commerce. It is a little oasis, perfectly quiet. A hundred metres away though and you have an outstanding range of shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, and of course the Promenade des Anglais, probably less than five minutes away, along with the Marche aux Fleurs. The flat is perfect for a solo traveller or a couple, the bed is huge. Everything you would need is there in terms of cooking facilities, although you need a little experience perhaps in using an induction hob! [It's fine, it was just new to me!] There's a lovely view of a little garden opposite and it's great to sit and have a drink by the open window. I genuinely managed to chill out here, and all of the many attractions are close at hand. Perfect.
Robert B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2023
Merci beaucoup Robert pour cette magnifique appréciation.
Revenez vite!!!
Joël
Myself and my husband spent 9 days in Nice. Joel's apartment in the Old Town was relatively easy to find once we'd got our bearings in the myriad of little streets. Self check in was easy! The apartment had everything we could have needed if we'd wanted to cook and eat in - but we didn't! No air conditioning meant it got pretty hot inside during the day but the portable fans ensured we slept comfortably. The shower space is tiny and it's impossible to avoid hitting off the shower curtain! Plenty of lovely white towels! A bottle of water and a cold beer in the fridge to welcome us! A major downside is the number of steps in the street leading up to the apartment and also the very steep steps inside the building. Exhausting but we now have calves of steel! Nice is wonderful and we'd have loved to stay on longer.
Donna O.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you Donna for your positive and enthusiastic comment! Yes, you've clearly seen the appeal of choosing Le Malonat for a stay in Nice, the authenticity of life in buzzing old Nice and the silence of the house, away from the hustle and bustle. Come back soon, you'll always be welcome! See you soon!
Appartement plein de charme, décoré avec goût et en même temps très fonctionnel Nous l’avons adopté immédiatement L’appartement est idéalement situé dans le vieux Nice, quartier pittoresque aux senteurs du midiNous avons adoré et nous reviendrons !Merci à Joël
Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt in Nizza. Die Wohnung liegt perfekt, in der Altstadt aber trotzdem ruhig. Sehr nah zum Strand und allem was man braucht. Schnelle und komplikationslose Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber und genaue Beschreibungen vorab wie man in die Wohnung kommt und wie man sie am besten findet. Die Küche ist super ausgestattet, Öl ist keines vor Ort. Das Bett sehr bequem und der Wohnraum auch sehr einladend.Wir würden es weiterempfehlen und wiederkommen.
Merveilleux séjour à Nice pour la 3ème fois !!! Nous adorons cet appartement, il est très bien situé dans le vieux Nice et l'environnement est calme. L'expérience sera très certainement renouvelée une 4ème fois.Merci à Joël et Laurent.
L'appartement est extrêmement bien décoré et bien conçu. Il est au coeur de la magnifique ville de Nice, riche d'un patrimoine culturel,nombreux musées et églises et bien sûr de paysages enchanteurs. Notre hôte ,Joel , est très réactif à nos demandes .Si nous revenons à Nice , c'est ici que nous nous arrêterons sans hésitation.
elisabeth l.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Merci infiniment Elisabeth de votre commentaire élogieux. Je me réjouis que vous ayez apprécié le confort proposé au Malonat et vous serez toujours la bienvenue à Nice. A bientôt !
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marie-France
24 June 2024
Liked: Amenities
L’appartement est situé en plein cœur du secteur touristique de la vieille ville de Nice. L’escalier pour y monter est escarpé et la lumière était en panne pendant notre séjour ce qui a rendu l’accès difficile. L’appartement est somme toute bien décoré mais la salle de bain mérite d’être retapée de même que le plancher qui compte de nombreuses tuiles brisées. On a tout de même fait un séjour agréable.
Au coeur de la vielle ville, quartier très touristique. Les hôtes sont à l'écoute et répondent rapidement.
L'appartement est un peu sombre, le lit bien grand et confortable.
Nous avons fait quelques suggestions pour mieux équiper la cuisine et faire sécher le linge.
Suite à un incident de propreté à notre entrée, l'hôte nous a offert une compensation bien appréciée.
Ariane A.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Reconnaître son erreur et la compenser par un geste commercial pour rendre nos hôtes satisfaits du service et du confort proposés est la moindre des choses. Merci Ariane de votre commentaire positif et de vos suggestions d'améliorations qui ont toutes été prises en compte, pour rendre les prochains séjours encore plus agréables. A bientôt !
Tolle Wohnung in der Altstadt, aber ruhig. Wir habe nichts vom Trubel in der Stadt mitbekommen waren aber durch die Super Lage mit ein paar Schritten mittendrin.
Faisal O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Vielen Dank, Faisal, für Ihren begeisterten Kommentar zu Ihrem Aufenthalt im Malonat. Ich freue mich, dass Sie die Lage und den gebotenen Komfort in der unerwarteten Ruhe der Altstadt zu schätzen wussten. Malonat erwartet Sie wieder, wann immer Sie wollen ! Bis bald !
2ème séjour dans ce magnifique appartement, très bien situé. Que du positif, l'environnement est calme et tout est proche : plage, supérette, transport, etc ... Merci beaucoup à Joël et Laurent pour leur accueil. A l'année prochaine !!!
Sophie L.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Merci Sophie de votre commentaire enthousiaste sur votre séjour au Malonat. Je suis heureux que vous ayez apprécié la localisation et le confort proposé, dans le calme inattendu de la vieille ville. Le Malonat vous attend à nouveau quand vous le voudrez ! A bientôt !
Sehr schöne Wohnung! Tolle, ruhige Lage. Bäcker, Restaurants, Lebensmittel sehr gut zu Fuß zu erreichen. Große Fenster fast wie eine Terrasse im Grünen. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Marion B.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Vielen Dank, Marion, für Ihren begeisterten Kommentar zu Ihrem Aufenthalt im Malonat. Ich freue mich, dass Sie die Lage und den gebotenen Komfort in der unerwarteten Ruhe der Altstadt zu schätzen wussten. Malonat erwartet Sie wieder, wann immer Sie wollen! Bis bald !
About the host
Hosted by Joel
What makes this property unique
Welcome home ! Leaving the birdsong in the lemon trees of the garden on the opposite side or the back light of the old shutters in the freshness of the old town in three minutes you will be nevertheless in front of the Bay of Angels on the beach of Nice where the water is the most crystal clear.The apartment was completely renovated by protecting the architectural peculiarities of Old Nice, with its old floor-tiles, beams, venetian wooden blinds. Favored materials as washed-out or white-leaded wood, pebbles for the ground of the shower-room, the dry-fiber carpets, the floated wood participate in a climate of charmful holidays, in the spirit of a smart, modern and comfortable seaside hut. Two large windows open up on a private florished garden with charming lemon-trees… The living-room The apartment offers a wide lounge with a comfortable sofa and a sleeping-room separated by an original wooden handled sliding partition. The lounge is equipped of one HD television with French and international channels, a DVD player, an IPod station, and a telephone line. The kitchen The open-plan kitchen on the living area is equipped with a dishwasher, a washing machine, a cooktop vitreous ceramic, a mixed micro-wave oven, a refrigerator with freezer, an extractor fan. At your disposal, coffee-maker, kettle and all the necessity to cook and dare to experiment the art of cooking a la Nicoise. You will be able to take the meals on the stools of the galley bar or sat at table near the window overlooking the private garden below. The feature of the kitchen has been looked after with an equipment of complete household electrical appliances in a space cook who aims to be very modern and in contrast with the relaxed atmosphere of the apartment. The bathroom and toilets The shower-room reserves some nice details as the shower in the Italian style or glass-tiles resolutely contemporary allowing the natural light to pass through and the colors of the garden to enlighten the space.
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