The splendid Florentine-style mansion, nestled on the hills of Cannes, boasts a 360-degree panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea, the Esterel mountains, and the imposing Alps. In a serene and secure setting, this 11-hectare estate is a real paradise corner with granted privacy for its prominent guests. Flawlessly maintained gardens invite pleasant strolls while the 36-metre saltwater infinity pool and numerous terraces offer the ideal opportunity to soak up the sun and enjoy panoramic vistas.
Hidden at the top of La Croix des Gardes district, a carefully guarded secret: the biggest estate on the French Riviera with its 3868 sq. m spread across 7 buildings. Whether it’s a romantic escape, a family retreat, or an exclusive experience, the property's devoted team will ensure that your every moment remains unforgettable. Enjoy an infinity pool with a panoramic view, walk across Italian gardens, and unwind in a blissful setting.
The property has been remodeled with the greatest care for the privacy of its guests. The estate oozes a feeling of peacefulness, security, and exclusive privacy. The house is reached via a long private driveway that winds through the private groves and gardens that crown the top of the Croix-des-Gardes Hill. Step into the divine interiors, where every room is a design jewel, harmoniously combining classic elegance with modern comforts. The estate boasts 16 en-suite bedrooms, divided over the main château, cottages, and pool penthouse, each a sanctuary of peace. Among other exceptional facilities, you will find an ultramodern security system, 7 staff bedrooms, several reception rooms, an infinity pool, a tennis court, a home cinema, a bowling alley, karaoke, a ballroom, and billiard.
Here are the most important events in the villa's history:
- 1919 (La Belle Epoque): the château was built in 1919 for the Swiss industrialist Paul Girod
- 1946: the 1st annual Cannes Film Festival was held from 20 September to 5 October 1946 where 21 countries presented their films
- 1955: the château offered its luxurious sets and became a movie legend by being the location of the filming of Hitchcock’s To Catch a Thief, featuring famous megastars Cary Grant and Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco
- 1960: Gustave Leven founder of the Perrier empire became the château owner and redesigned it in the Palladian style architecture
- 2018: Chopard held an outstanding night at the château to close the annual Cannes Film Festival.
- 2022 (a new beginning): the estate opens its doors again to private hire for the first time in 56 years. In the utmost secrecy, an exciting scenario is being prepared in which only a happy few will be able to enjoy the newly refurbished domain.
World-famous as the embodiment of glamour with its fabulous parties, chic settings, exclusive characters, and post-card landscapes, la Côte d’Azur is a real paradise on earth. During the 19th century, this place appeared on the map with the arrival of affluent visitors who came to “spend winter” on the Riviera. These visits became a habit and gradually the towns and fishing villages in the area got used to the new inhabitants. Soon, towns such as Cannes, Nice, Menton, and Monaco were home to gorgeous villas, exciting casinos, and spectacular botanical gardens – and the famous French Riviera “lifestyle”.
Only 10 minutes drive from the Boulevard de la Croisette, where the early morning sounds of the Port are followed by the click of cameras, and Spring’s gentle light turns quickly into the evening glow of the silver screen. The château is situated above the historic ‘Quartier Anglais’, to the east of the city, established in the early 19th century by such people as Lord Henry Brougham, General John Taylor, and the Rothschilds. On the top of the Croix-des-Gardes Hill, where old look-outs once guarded the port below, is a private estate with a stunning castle at its heart, which recently claimed back its former position and prestige as one of the most desirable addresses in the area.
