La Maison du Frene B&B, Vence double bedroom

La Maison du Frene B&B, Vence

Astonishing 18th-century art guesthouse in the heart of Vence

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This charming home is full of Baroque and Pop art, housed in a guesthouse from the 18th century.

There are four suites at La Maison du Frêne. It's a quirky but very cool spot and if you're looking for somewhere artsy to stay, this bright and colourful place is perfect.

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Worth knowing

The Chapel Suite is lovely, light and airy, and the balcony of the Pop Art Suite has a view of the Matisse-designed Chapel of the Rosary.

Who should go

The hotel is perfect for art-lovers, filled with the owner’s personal art collection and an extensive library of original art books.

The neighbourhood

This charming B&B is located in the heart of Vence a 10-minute walk away from the Matisse Chapel.

Visitor comments

"Probably one of the best places I've been in a long time, wonderful inviting hosts, they gave us great tips and it was a pleasure to have them around, very large rooms with a living area, great french breakfast." - Trip Advisor
"Such lovely hospitality and the B&B is full of the most wonderful pieces of art and furniture. We had a wonderful time and would certainly return." Trip Advisor

Things to do nearby

Motor boat trip to Cannes for up to twelve people

Cannes Islands Boat Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people

Luxury A4A Yacht Trip
Antibes
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people

Luxury To Escape Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people

Luxury Jack III Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to twelve people

Luxury Good Times Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to twelve people

Luxury Rehab Yacht Trip
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Restaurants nearby

Oldest restaurant in Vence offering creative traditional French cuisine

Auberge des Seigneurs Restaurant
<1 km
Vence's finest dining accomplished by a chef full of creativeness

Les Bacchanales Restaurant
<1 km
Michelin starred restaurant north of Vence

Le Saint-Martin Restaurant
<1 km
Bistro restaurant and terrace in Saint-Paul-de-Vence

La Vague de Saint Paul Restaurant
1.6 km
Located in a 17th century mill in St Paul de Vence

Le Vieux Moulin Restaurant
2.7 km
Dine amidst some of the world's best art & savour fine Provencal cuisine

La Colombe d'Or Restaurant
2.8 km
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Beaches nearby

Pebble beach at the centre of Cagnes sur Mer with lifeguards

Plage du Cros de Cagnes Beach
9.0 km
Sandy beach with disabled access and lifeguard in peak season

Plage des Bouches du Loup Beach
9.4 km
A pebble beach with watersports, ideal for families

Plage de la Batterie Beach
9.9 km
Pebble beach great for watersports fans with equipment to rent

Plage de la Pierre au Tambour Beach
12.5 km
Lovely pebble beaches along the coast towards Biot

Plage du Fort Carre & Plage de la Fontonne Beaches
14.0 km
Horseshoe-shaped beach below Antibes' medieval ramparts

Plage de la Gravette Beach
15.6 km
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Sights nearby

Matisse's final masterpiece

Rosaire Chapel
Vence
Rugged landscape of red rock stretching from Provence to the coastline

L'Esterel National Park
Museum dedicated to the life and work of Fernand Léger

Musee Nationale de Fernand Leger
Biot
Discover nature just an hour north of Nice

Mercantour National Park
Bringing together collections devoted to the history & art of eastern Provence

Provence Art & History Museum
Grasse
Natural rock formations in a subterranean landscape

Caves of Saint Cezaire

€8
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Golf-clubs nearby

Luxurious golf course that forms part of the Royal Mougins Resort & Estate

Royal Mougins Golf Course
Mougins
A joint golf & tennis club situated to the north of Saint Raphael

Valescure Golf Course
Beautiful golf course close to the coast near Antibes

Biot Golf Course
Biot
A 9 hole course close to the town of Grasse in the heart of the Riviera

Golf Course de Villeneuve-Loubet
Roman ruins & 17th century bastide at lovely 18-hole course

Opio Valbonne Golf Course
9 hole golf course close to Biot in the Sophia Antipolis area

Le Provencal Golf Course

€38
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Towns nearby

A village with a rich history of art and literature

Vence
<1 km
Perfectly intact medieval village renowned for its art

Saint-Paul de Vence
3.0 km
A pretty village famous for its antiques stores

La-Colle-sur-Loup
4.1 km
Coastal resort with a lovely medieval village

Villeneuve Loubet
7.3 km
Seaside resort and port with lots of popular attractions, close to Nice Airport.

Cagnes Sur Mer
7.3 km
An ancient riverside settlement with waterfront beaches

Saint Laurent du Var
8.4 km
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