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Villefranche-sur-Mer is a delightful coastal town about half-way between Nice and Monte Carlo. The highlight of Villefranche is its beautiful natural harbor, enlivened by Italian-style palazzi and colorful bars, cafés and restaurants. Steep lanes lead up from the harbor through the vieille ville, or old city, where visitors can explore a sixteenth century citadel-presently home to galleries displaying works by Miró, Picasso, and other artists. Alternately, one might follow the footpath out onto the peninsula Cap Ferrat, where celebrities such as Edith Piaf and Charlie Chaplin made their homes. Of the many lavish private villas found here, one of the most impressive is open to the public as a museum-the Musée Ephrussi de Rothschild, which also boasts one of the most beautiful gardens in Provence. Another of Cap Ferrat's estates has been turned into a unique zoo, where chimps take part in tea parties. An ideal way to explore the coastline is to take a drive along one of three corniches, or coastal roads. The lowest of the three stops in each town along the way, while the middle road is famous for stunning views and the highest is perfect for picnics. La Maison Rose is cozy 100 year-old renovated cottage set at the end of a quiet private road on a lush green hillside. A stairway five minutes from the house leads directly into Villefranche, and a 15-minute walk finds one at the beach. The cottage's interiors are colorfully decorated in a modern Provençal style. One enters into a living room with a corner dining area. The living room is equipped with satellite TV and VCR and has two beds in the corner that can accomodate two people. Two more sleep in an attractive twin bedroom, with a generous-sized closet. Also, guests will enjoy a compact kitchen, fully equipped including dishwasher and microwave. The elegant bathroom is equipped with two sinks and a shower, and a separate laundry room includes washer and dryer. A phone is available. The cottage is air-conditioned and has a private parking space- luxuries for any residence in a coastal town on the French Riviera! |
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