7 bedroom House for sale with sea view with Income Potential in Menton Garavan, Menton, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur
Built in 1888 this elegant property stands above the Port of Garavan, on the French Italian border. A rare property with old-world charm, situated in an idyllic setting with breathtaking sea views.
The area of Garavan is extremely residential and still retains much of its Belle Epoque architecture, it is a protected area and very much sought after.
The property requires total renovation to realise its potential as a wonderful family home or secondary residence.
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Built in 1888 this elegant property stands above the Port of Garavan, on the French Italian border. A rare property with old-world charm, situated in an idyllic setting with breathtaking sea views.
The area of Garavan is extremely residential and still retains much of its Belle Epoque architecture, it is a protected area and very much sought after.
The property requires total renovation to realise its potential as a wonderful family home or secondary residence.
Gates from the boulevard open onto the sweeping drive which leads gently down to the villa and parking area. Alternatively, a garage is situated at the boulevard level and steps lead down to the villa.
The main house of 550m2 arranged over 3 levels offers generous volumes with high ceilings which reinforce its majestic appearance.
There are large outdoor terraces for entertaining, surrounded by its own gardens, private drive and pool. The gardens are planted with a variety of Mediterranean plants and exotic fruit trees.
On the main level, an original arched entrance door dated above as 1888 opens onto a reception hall. A double living room with fireplace opens onto large dining terraces, gardens and benefits from the sea views. There is an adjoining library or TV room, the dining room adjoins the living room through partition arches and columns, and then in turn leads across to the large family kitchen with central workstation with adjoining breakfast room with arched features looking over the pool.
On the upper level, a central staircase with iron balustrade leads up to the first floor, with four bedrooms, of which two suites, with walk in wardrobe and bathrooms.
On the garden level, there are 3 guest apartments with separate external access, laundry, and spa area.
In the garden is an independent house of 60m2 living space for personnel/security.
There is a guardian's lodge of 182m2 living space over three levels in an unfinished state on the boulevard, and a garage for 2 vehicles. Ample parking for many vehicles inside the grounds.
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