Beautiful 1 bedroom apartment in the heart of Nice and only 200 metres from the beach. The apartment building is in a quiet courtyard set back 50 metres from the bustling Rue de France pedestrian area, famous for its restaurants and cafι bars. The apartment overlooks the neighbouring English Church with its tranquil gardens and magnificent palm trees and therefore provides a peaceful retreat from all the action. It is located close to many attractions, and is walking distance from the beach, the port, the Cours Selaya with it's flower market, the Promenade des Anglais and Old Nice. The view from the lounge window, of the church lit up at night, is breathtaking.
Unlike its nearby (glitzy) neighbours of Cannes and Monaco, Nice feels like a real town. It is the 5th largest city in France and this is evident to anyone who spends any time there. Certainly there is a lot more than just the (rather wonderful) Promenade des Anglais to investigate.
Built on a series of hills and valleys overlooking the stunning Baie des Anges the city comprises of many interesting "quartiers" the most fascinating being the Old Town (Vieux Nice), Cimiez and the vicinity directly behind the famous Negresco Hotel.
Information about: NICE
Apart from the obvious attractions of the sunshine, the beaches and more restaurants than you can shake a french stick at, Nice has many interesting places to visit. The many museums, art galleries and cathedrals are great places to see. Also Le Chateau Park, Mt Boron (overlooking the Old Port) and the fabulous Promenade des Anglais (on the bay), all offer a choice of breathtaking views and great places to stroll. Vieux Nice (Old Nice) should not be missed, a walk around the old cobbled (and very narrow) streets is a must!
Don't forget that Nice is an ideal base to visit the Cote D'Azur's local Ski Resorts:
ISOLA 2000 (2000 2900 m) www.isola-2000.com tel:04 93 23 15 15
At 60 km from Nice GREOLIERES (1400 to 1800 m) Tel (Town hall): 04 93 59 95 16
At 65 km from Nice LA COLMIANE (1500 1800 m) Tel: 04 93 02 88 59
At 80 km from Nice VALBERG (1616 2100 m) www.valberg.com tel: 04 93 23 24 25
At 90 km from Nice AURON (1600 2450 m) www.auron.com tel:04 93 23 02 66
Events, Exhibitions & Conferences (Nice,Cannes, Monaco)Midem 23rd - 27th January 06 / MIPIM 13th - 17th March 06 / MIP-TV 3rd - 7th April 06 / Cannes Film Festival 17th - 28th May 06 / Advertising Festival18th - 24th June 06, Monaco Grand Prix 25th - 28th May
Directions
- Fly to Nice - Solariviera is just 5 km from the airport
- Cheap flights available from bmibaby.com from Birmingham/Nottingham to Nice or on easyjet.co.uk from Luton/Stansted/Gatwick/Bristol/Liverpool, also Jet2 from Manchester. For all availability check skyscanner.net
- Car hire available from www.europcar.co.uk or www.e-sixt.co.uk/
- Local buses run regularly between the airport and the town. Use number 98.
- There are always local taxis available.
