Svetchine-designed villa near the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, with panoramic sea views · ref. TL4

This villa was designed by André Svetchine, the Russian-born architect known for his work along the Riviera, including commissions for Christian Dior and Marc Chagall and the redesign of La Mauresque, Somerset Maugham's former residence on Cap Ferrat.

Set within a private domain of only three properties, within walking distance of the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, the villa is south-facing and enjoys panoramic sea views from Cap Ferrat to Cap d'Antibes and the Esterel. It is 15 minutes from Saint-Paul-de-Vence and 30 minutes from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.

The property sits on 7,800m² of level, landscaped grounds planted with mature olive trees and Mediterranean species. Large terraces surround the villa and its 16m overflow swimming pool, which has a safety alarm.

The 400m² interior has been recently renovated in keeping with Svetchine's original design, and is furnished in a mix of Provençal and contemporary styles. The property is not directly accessible from any public road, ensuring privacy. The entrance hall features a signature Svetchine balustrade staircase leading to a galleried hallway and the upper floor. The large lounge has a fireplace and double-height vaulted ceilings, opening onto the main terrace through three French windows; an adjacent television room has satellite TV and a Hi-Fi system. The dining room has views on three sides, with sliding doors onto a south-facing covered seating area overlooking the pool, the coast and the hills of the National Park. The fully equipped, professional kitchen opens onto a vine-covered dining and seating area with a barbecue, herb garden and olive grove. A laundry/utility room sits between the kitchen and garage.

There are four bedroom suites, each en suite with a private terrace, full-height fitted wardrobes, bath, shower, double sinks and separate WC; one suite is on the ground floor. The master suite also has a study/library overlooking the lounge and a walk-through dressing room. There is ample parking for several cars.

A converted barn and chapel provide further accommodation — an open-plan lounge/dining room with American kitchen, a large double bedroom and a bathroom — currently used as a guesthouse but also suitable for live-in staff, set at a discreet distance from the main villa.

The property has wireless broadband internet, an electrically operated entrance gate and an alarm system.