Look no further than the Bed & Breakfast Le Mas des Amandiers when visiting St Paul de Vence and other gems of the Côte d'Azur. Facing St Paul (famous for its artists, unique hill-top location and architecture), Le Mas des Amandiers is an exquisite contrast to St Paul. A blissful haven of greenery and calm, our cherished oasis can be yours too, any time of year. Enjoy stunning viewsof the ramparts of the medieval village from our typical provencale villa.

Our four guest rooms accommodate 10 to 12 people in total. Each has air conditioning, a private toilet and bathroom, outdoor terrace, and breathtaking views; two have kitchenettes. The magnificent overflow swimming pool (available 9:00-21:00), amidst 3500 m² of developing gardens are here for all guests to enjoy.

St Paul de Vence and the famous Fondation Maeght modern art museum are both about 1 kilometre away. Nearby too are Nice (16km), Grasse (8 km), Antibes (12 km), Cannes (21 km), Monaco, Ezes, Cap Ferrat and, for that matter Italy, including the famous San Remo market. The closest beaches are 5 kilometres away, and for children (of all ages!), Marineland is 9 km away.

Your hostess Wendy will warmly welcome you and will help ensure a memorable holiday.

Start each day by soaking in the tantalising views of St Paul de Vence at breakfast (between 8:30 and 10:00am). The views will whet your appetite for the abundance of activities nearby or help you relive the previous day's experiences.

What makes Le Mas de Amandiers magical ?

While we are still exploring the history of our home, one of our charming older neighbours, who has longed lived here, tells us that in times past Rose de Mai and Fleur d'Oranger were grown here for nearby perfume distilleries, as were artichoke, olives, tomatoes, almonds etc – quite simply the full array of fruit and vegetables that are synonymous with our Mediterranean climate and lifestyle. As we develop the grounds, Wendy wants to reconnect with that history, for our enjoyment and that of our guests.

Already some of the most instantly recognisable produce of our area is reflected in the naming of the four bedrooms available to you – L’Olivier, Le Noisetier, L’Amandier and L’Abricotier. And it is not just the names that are distinctive. Each room has its own character. We know from our travel experiences over many years, individually and as a family, that it is the special touches that can make all the difference to the holiday experience. We want you to experience that something extra when you stay with us.

Three of our bedrooms, L’Olivier, Le Noisetier, L’Amandier are in front of the swimming pool. Each room has a small terrace, adjoining the pool, from which you can enjoy a superb view of the village and the facing hills.

L’Abricotier is a completely independent studio with its own terrace onlooking a shady garden.

Each room has air conditioning, a television and a refrigerator. L’Amandier and L’Abricotier both have kitchenettes.

In addition to the space and individuality of the rooms, what are features we find people most enjoy?

Generally, the fact that Le Mas de Amandiers is so close to St Paul de Vence but also set back from it, with the tranquility that that brings. Specifically, the facilities we have and the attention to detail Wendy offers. This includes the high standard of the presentation of the rooms and breakfast and also her willingness to help you choose from the wide range of things to do, places to visit, and art galleries, restaurants, cafes, to enjoy locally.
At Le Mas de Amandiers we find our guests often enjoy a leisurely relax on their individual terraces. Many, equally, can’t resist the joys of dipping into the pool, especially after an energetic day exploring St Paul de Vence or further afield or as a refreshing way to start the day. The pool’s opening hours are 9:00 to 21:00. These hours reflect our desire to share with each of our guests some of the specific joys of Le Mas de Amandiers at the beginning and the end of each day. These ‘specific joys’ include:

• In the morning, the opportunity to take in freshness and wonder that comes with each new day, especially in a climate such as our’s which sees sunshine for more than 300 days a year.
• In the evening, the ‘magic’ of being on the Côte d’Azur and specifically at the edge of St Paul de Vence. There is a never ending source of pleasure from unwinding on one’s terrace, drinking in the charm of the changing light on ramparts of St Paul de Vence – whether the light is natural or manmade, the beauty that unfolds as it changes never ceases to take one’s breath away.

We never cease to feel that we have found our piece of heaven on earth here at St Paul de Vence; that this truly is a place to get in touch with all of ones senses - sight, sound, smell, touch and taste. Each is heightened here. We feel incredibly privileged and welcome the opportunity to share our good fortune with you, even if only for a night or two.

The bedrooms

Read on for a further information and photographs of each room, to help you decide which would be you preferred accommodation at Le Mas des Amandiers.

L’Olivier is a 15m² room (plus bathroom) equipped with two beds (140x200) and (90x200), ideal for three people. The furnishings reflect the muted tones of the olive tree after which it is named.

Le Noisetier is a 15m² room (plus bathroom). Here the furnishings highlight the warm hue of the hazelnut tree after which it is named. It has a spacious bed (160x200) and a sofa-bed (120x190).

L’Amandier is a 23m² studio equipped with a kitchenette, a large bed (160x200) and two collapsible beds (80x190). From the calm and elegant shades of almond-coloured décor of this bedroom, take just a few steps onto the small terrace and beyond that slip into our swimming pool. Or sit back and enjoy the tranquil views from your pool side seating, under the shade of umbrellas, if you so desire.

L’Abricotier is a completely independent 33m² studio, equipped with a kitchenette, a large bed (160x200) and a bed-settee (140x190). L’Abricotier is ideal for a 4 or 5 member family - a cot is available for babies and toddlers. This room has both inside and outside dining tables. In addition to being in a separate building, this bedroom is also set back from the pool, with a grassed area ideal for children to play on.

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All our bedrooms are non-smoking