Old Nice Chateau Hill 1-Bed Apartment

This spacious, contemporary romantic haven is located in the famous Old Town of Nice and just a few minutes' walk away from wonderful restaurants, cafés, markets and shops found throughout the old quarter and just a short stroll away from the stunning Mediterranean Sea and Promenade des Anglais. This third floor apartment is situated on one of the quieter residential streets of the Old Town and is nestled in the hillside of the ancient Château site which separates the Old Town from Nice's charming Port.

The elevated position means that from the private balcony, guests can admire absolutely stunning views over the terracotta rooftops, colourful buildings, and the church steeples of the Old Town that stretch all the way towards the bright sea in the distance. A pretty balcony outside of the bedroom that stretches along to the living room provides a small table and chairs for guests to enjoy the views whilst dining al fresco or enjoying a glass of wine.

The L-shaped open-plan living area is bright and contemporary with a lovely combination of modern and traditional furnishings. The lounge has a comfortable sofa for two and an armchair set in front of a large flat screen TV with English news and French channels and a DVD player for cosy evenings in.

A floor-to-ceiling French door on the far wall opens onto the balcony from the living area and another large French window also lets in plenty of sunshine throughout the day.

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A small round dining table next to the kitchen provides an informal setting for a meal when not dining out on the balcony or at one of the many wonderful restaurants in the Old Town.

The beautiful, contemporary kitchen located just next to the living area is spacious and fitted with sleek white gloss units and modern appliances to ensure a comfortable stay. The kitchen includes a washing machine, fridge-freezer, four-ring hob and an oven along with other necessary smaller appliances such as a toaster, kettle and a cafetière.

The spacious bedroom is bright and airy and features elegant, cosy décor and furnishings. Situated between two charming bedside tables and lamps is a comfortable king size bed which can be pulled apart to create two single beds if desired. Tall French windows open out onto the balcony where guests can sit and enjoy stunning, uninterrupted views of the city and the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea beyond.

The contemporary bathroom is well designed and fully tiled with a spacious walk-in shower and a sizeable sink and vanity unit set below a large mirror. The WC is separate from the main bathroom.

This beautiful hideaway would suit either a couple or friends who want to stay right in the heart of the city. Guests with reduced mobility are not recommended to stay in the apartment due to the absence of a lift in the building and steep stairs that lead up to the apartment.

This stunning one-bedroom apartment is located in the famous 'Vieux Nice', or Old Town of Nice, and is situated on the beautiful Château Hill that overlooks the entire city. Located just moments from every amenity such as bakeries, cafés, shops and restaurants, the apartment also benefits from being just a few minute's walk from the scenic seafront.

This property is situated on the walk up towards the top of the Château Hill. Here, on sunny days, locals gravitate to the summit for everything from picnics to yoga, while the park's playground is also popular with younger visitors. The apartment itself benefits from being situated just steps away from some of the most spectacular, postcard views of the city of Nice, the Bay of Angels and the far-reaching Riviera coastline.

The Old Town of Nice is a colourful labyrinth of narrow winding streets and cobbled alleyways that can be explored for hours. The charming streets are lined with beautiful privately owned shops, some of them having been handed down through the generations. In these shops guests can find a wide variety of local produce such as artisan cheeses and charcuterie as well as fantastic luxury chocolate shops with enticing window displays.

Dotted along the narrow streets, guests can also explore interesting art galleries selling a wide range of local art and enjoy an evening aperitif at one of the many typical French brasseries where both locals and tourists spend hours relaxing on the bustling terraces.

Near the apartment is Place Garibaldi, a recently restored and mainly pedestrianised city square which has been mostly given over to excellent cafés and restaurants and is a great place to sit with the locals and watch the sun set over the beautiful city.

Place Garibaldi is also home to the famous restaurant, 'Café de Turin', which is renowned for its delicious, fresh fish and seafood dishes. Guests can enjoy a memorable meal of ‘Moules Frites’, or for more adventurous dishes, the different varieties of oysters or the very popular delicacy of the sea urchin.

Only a short walk from the apartment in the direction of the sea is the morning flower and food market found on the vibrant 'Cours Saleya'. This wide street runs parallel to the seafront and is also a major hub of activity. The best times to visit the Cours Saleya are in the morning to catch the local market stalls and in the evening at sunset to enjoy sitting on one of the many terraces with a glass of rosé wine whilst watching the world go by.

This apartment boasts a fantastic location and is perfect for guests looking for a peaceful retreat in an enchanting part of the city. It is recommended that guests do not bring a car as private parking is very expensive in the centre of Nice, and the transport links, both within the city and in the surrounding areas, are very well priced and travel frequently to both mainland and coastal destinations.