Description
Architecture and Nature in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Nestled in the heart of the Vence region, this apartment, designed by Philippe Caron, offers a unique experience where modernity and tradition harmonize in a fertile dialogue between light, stone, and vegetation.
This property is located within a residence offering panoramic views from the hinterland to the Mediterranean. It consists of three buildings with sleek lines that blend discreetly into the vegetation, like a casket open to nature.
Overlooking the park, the apartment is accessible via a grand main entrance with built-in closets. It leads to a vast living space featuring a lounge with a fireplace, a dining room, an open kitchen, and a pantry. This bright space opens onto a 50 m² terrace with views of the 2.3-hectare garden and the sea on the horizon.
From the entrance, you also access the night areas, which are true suites with dressing rooms. On one side, there are two fitted bedrooms: the first is a master suite with a spacious bathroom and toilet, and the second serves as an office with a shower room and toilet. Both have access to a generous terrace. On the other side, there is a third bedroom with its own shower room, complemented by separate toilets.
The apartment offers numerous storage spaces and is equipped with a home automation system. The residence also includes a heated swimming pool with a solarium, a gym with a sauna, and concierge services.
The residence is located in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a remarkable historical site and a medieval jewel suspended between the Alps and the Mediterranean. Its cobblestone streets, shaded squares, art galleries, and proximity to the Fondation Maeght and Fondation CAB make it a sought-after destination, just 30 minutes from Nice, 45 minutes from Cannes, and 1 hour from Monaco. Accessibility is optimal, with an international airport, highways, and public transport, ensuring Saint-Paul-de-Vence remains easily accessible while preserving its tranquility.
Constructive Rationality and Landscape Integration
Philippe Caron’s work here merges the spirit of Californian villas with the elegance of Mediterranean gardens, deeply rooted in local heritage. The architecture follows the natural curves of the terrain, minimizing its footprint: 80% of the plot remains intact, and parking is hidden underground.
This evokes the concept of ‘disappearing architecture’ championed by the Var-based architect André Lefèvre-Devaux. The building harmonizes bold modernity (with its rational concrete volumes) and Mediterranean tradition: topographical integration, a vegetated roof terrace, and the use of local stone in terraces, all of which define the identity of this exceptional site.
Architecture Between Art and Nature
The involvement of renowned landscape architect Jean Mus ensures quality. His project for the site captures the essence of Mediterranean gardens, showcasing preserved vegetation—century-old cypresses, olive trees, lavender, jasmine, and rosemary—as major elements of its composition. The Garden Walk leads to a rose garden and is punctuated by Jean-Marie Fondacaro’s sculpture L’Envol, an aerial tribute to this mythical village that has inspired so many artists.
Building with the Landscape: Philippe Caron’s Architecture
Philippe Caron is a French architect specializing in high-end villas. His approach—both rational and poetic—combines structural simplicity, flexible spaces, and seamless landscape integration. This project follows in the tradition of 20th- and 21st-century achievements that successfully blend technical innovation with respect for the site, providing a contemporary response to the challenges of building in protected environments.
Informations techniques
Asking price : 1 995 000 €
Fees are the responsibility of the seller.
Co-ownership charges : approximately 2 850 € per quarter
2024 property tax : 2 075 €
Reversible heat pump
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr
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ENERGY CLASS : A / CLIMATE CLASS : A
Estimated annual energy costs : between 506 € et 684 € per year
Average energy prices as of January 1, 2021 (including subscriptions)
