• From an elevated position and surrounded by beautiful landscaped grounds, Chateau La Cima grandly overlooks the peninsula of Cap Ferrat and the bay of Villefranche sur Mer.

  • From 1949, Chateau La Cima was inhabited by then-Ambassador of the United States of America to France, David K.E.Bruce.

  • Facing south east, the Chateau La Cima offers splendid panoramic views over the Bay of Villefranche, the peninsula of Cap Ferrat, Eze, and of Monte Carlo and the Italian Riviera in the distance.

An Outstanding Property
in the French Riviera

From an elevated position and surrounded by beautiful landscaped grounds, Chateau La Cima grandly overlooks the peninsula of Cap Ferrat and the bay of Villefranche sur Mer.

Built in the 1920s and set in one of the most exquisite locations in France, this unique French Riviera property is now available to highly discerning clients in search of an exceptional home in the South of France.

 

A Distinguished Former Owner
for this unique villa in Nice

From 1949, Chateau La Cima was inhabited by then-Ambassador of the United States of America to France, David K.E.Bruce.

A charismatic character and a bon viveur who liked to mingle with the “upper crust” of the French society, David K.E.Bruce was a good friend of writer F. Scott Fitzgerald, from their days at the University of Princeton.

This former resident knew how to enjoy an exceptional property on the French Riviera and his crest still remains on the wall above where he used to sleep.

Location

Surrounded by Beauty

Facing South East, this French Riviera property for sale offers splendid panoramic views over the Bay of Villefranche, the peninsula of Cap Ferrat, Eze, and of Monte Carlo and the Italian Riviera in the distance.

The almost 4000 square meters of surrounding grounds include the main garden sprinkled with decorative stone sculptures, the orchard, the vegetable garden, the ornamental pond with water fountain, and the parterre.

The new 14 metre heated swimming pool with infinity overflow effect is tiled with mosaic and equipped with a jet stream and electrically controlled cover. A wet bar adjoins the sun-bathing area, but there is probably nothing more heavenly relaxing than enjoying the shade of the mature umbrella pines.

Sited in a natural landscape, this historical villa in Nice is surrounded by luxuriant vegetation. As an example of rich Mediterranean flora the garden is shaded by pines, walnuts, avocado and olive trees, bougainvillea, grape vines, while the orchard offers fresh oranges, mandarins, grapefruits, cherries, kiwi etc.

Grounds

In An Exceptional Neighbourhood

To reach this exceptional property for sale in Nice, head toward Mont Boron hill. Chateau La Cima is situated in the Park of the Forêt Nationale de France, on Route Forestière, and can easily be reached by a carriage driveway which, in addition to secure garaging, offers the space to park ten or more cars. The forest is crossed by over 11 km of paths and is studded with beautiful umbrella pines, cypress and carob trees.

At the other end of the road the traveller will find the iconic Fort du Mont Alban built in the 16th Century by the Duke of Savoy, Emmanuel Philibert, and overlooking Villefranche-sur-Mer to the East and Nice to the West.

The Chateau La Cima is located at about 7 minutes drive to the beach, to the Old Town of Villefranche-sur-Mer, and to Nice city center. Nice International Airport and Monaco are at approximately 20 minutes drive.

The Chateau

Fine Interiors

Chateau La Cima's vast living spaces provide the perfect setting for entertaining on a grand scale.

Generous living and dining areas on the ground floor are served by a bespoke kitchen with luxurious fittings.

On the first floor the master suite consist of a large sitting room, a dressing room and a bathroom with magnificent views over the gardens and out to sea. Adjacent is another elegant suite and the wall above the bed still bears the crest of the former US Ambassador.

The second floor of the villa is solely occupied by an ample multi-functional room – bedroom and study – with a circular Moustier style bathroom, situated in the tower. The garden floor includes two more en-suite bedrooms, a fitness room, a wine cellar and provision for sauna or hammam.

 

A Character Home
With Contemporary Fittings

Chateau La Cima deserves its place among the most distinguished French Riviera properties. The interiors display beautiful combinations of vintage details and contemporary living solutions. The kitchen showcases the finest fixtures, while the en-suite bathrooms have all been equipped to meet today's highest standards.

By consistently integrating original features like carved stucco into the overall design concept, interior decorators have managed to achieve the ideal balance of strong character and modern convenience.

Recently added facilities include a fitness room with provision for sauna, a utility room, a wine cave, a guest house with garage.

 

Charming Guest Cottage

Set in the close proximity of the main entrance, the guest house includes two beautifully finished en-suite bedrooms with a lounge area and kitchen.

Just like the rest of the living spaces in Chateau La Cima, the guest rooms offer unobstructed views over Cap Ferrat, to Pointe Hospice and out to sea.

 

Approximate Areas of Chateau La Cima, historical villa of Nice

  • Chateau: 406 m²
  • Land: 3,800 m²
  • Guest Cottage: 87 m²

Contact &
Brochure

Peter Illovsky
pi@azur-sir.com
+33 6 14 26 86 93
www.chateau-cima.com

Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty

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