Location and transport:
General location: The village of Villefranche Sur Mer is situated between Monaco and Nice within the bay of Villefranche/ Cape Ferrat, which is considered as one of the most beautiful landscape in the world. The villa is located in the hills, at low elevation (only 120 m above sea-level.)
Public Transport: there is a bus to Nice bus terminal from the village almost twice an hour all day long (n°81 and 100). From there you can connect to the network of regional buses, ie Cannes, St Paul de Vence, the mountains behind Nice where there are many trails and activities to be done. You can also easily visit Monaco/ Monte Carlo and reach the Italy border by bus or train. In winter time skiing is available in the ski stations of Auron and Isola 2000 by car or by bus (1 and a half hour). Within Villefranche there is a small shuttle (n°80) bus from the sea side to the Villefranche pass, with a stop near by the villa.
Local activities:
The old town, sea side and harbour at are walking distance (1/1,5km by car). Skiing in Winter is 1 and half hours away by car or public transport (Auron, Isola2000, Valberg). Monaco and Italy are at short train or drive away distance. There is plenty to enjoy whatever your taste. The area comprises a lot of museums to be visited (Matisse, Chagall, chapelle Cocteau), the villa and gardens of Ephrussi de Rothschild in St Jean cap ferrat and many seasonal Festivals and art exhibitions are organised (Menton music Festival ect..).
Ski:
Ski is quite possible in the Southern Alps ( Mercantour or Argentera) Massif at rather short distance: only 90 minutes by car.
Golf:
Many Golf sites exist in the area.
Other Activities:
kayaking