Location: Valbonne in France
Nearest Airport:
Nice at 20
Kilometres
Nearest Train:
Villeneuve Loubet at 10
Kilometres
Car: not necessary
Located in the rolling hills of provence between Cannes and Nice, Opio is a charming provençal village. Approximately 20 minutes from Cannes and Nice, it is 5 minutes from Valbonne. About 1 hour from Monaco and Italy on the spectacular coast road, the Moyenne Corniche, made famous in the James Bond movies will lead you to the casinos. The area offers limitless sightseeing and interest, and was home to many artists from Chagal to Renoir and Picasso whose homes are now museums. On the coast, choose from miles of beaches, relax in one of the elegant open-air cafes or restaurants, or have fun shopping in Cannes or Nice. For walkers and lovers of nature, the mountain scenery, and medieval villages will delight you. Fabulous restaurants can be found in all the small villages nearby. A 5 minute drive from the house will take you to Le Clos St.Pierre one of the best restaurants in the area which has a Michelin star. Also 5 minutes away is the Golf de la Begude, one of the nicest in the area.