CANNES VILLA: 15 mins walk to beach & centre

Hotel Description

Okay, so I’ll be honest – when I first saw the address on Impasse du Vallon Provençal, tucked away in this quiet residential pocket of Cannes, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But you know what? Sometimes the best finds are the ones that aren’t screaming for attention from the Croisette.

This villa actually feels like you’re staying at a friend’s place – if your friend happens to have impeccable taste and lives in one of those neighborhoods where you hear birds instead of traffic horns. The 15-minute walk to the beach is legit, though I’d say it’s more like 12 if you’re eager to get to the sand, maybe 18 if you’re the type who stops to peek into those gorgeous Provençal gardens along the way. What I really appreciated was how the walk takes you through actual Cannes residential streets – not the touristy bits, but where you see locals walking their dogs and kids heading to school. There’s this little boulangerie about halfway to the center that honestly makes the best pain au chocolat I had during my entire stay (and trust me, I tested quite a few).

The villa itself has that perfect balance of feeling fancy without being stuffy. I mean, it’s clearly been thoughtfully designed, but you’re not afraid to put your feet up or leave your beach bag by the door. The location is clever too – you’re close enough to walk to all the action on Boulevard de la Croisette when you want that full Cannes experience, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the cruise ship crowds or the late-night party noise that can make the city center feel a bit much sometimes. I stayed during the shoulder season in May, and mornings were beautifully quiet – just the sound of someone’s coffee machine starting up next door and maybe a motorcycle heading down toward the port. Even during the day, this little impasse stays pretty peaceful because it’s not a through street, so you’re not getting random foot traffic.

What really sold me on this place was how it felt authentically Cannes without the tourist markup mentality. You’re genuinely in a neighborhood where people live year-round, which gives you a completely different perspective on the city. Plus – and this is something I didn’t expect – the villa’s position means you get these glimpses of the Mediterranean between the buildings when you’re walking back in the evenings, especially if you take the route back via Rue d’Antibes. It’s like the city keeps giving you little previews of why you came here in the first place.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $1,412. Villa with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 8

Reviews

• Great and highly recommend! – Branch from United States – 8 June 2025 (10/10)

  Guy was a wonderful host!! I went for my birthday and he made great recommendations and was very helpful throughout stay! House is nice and comfortable and in a great location!
  
  What could be improved: There was a little ant problem in the kitchen area problem.

• Exceptional – Aik from Austria – 22 October 2024 (10/10)

  From the very first day, we fell in love with this place. Everything, from the furniture to the tableware, exceeded our expectations. While being in the city, we felt completely secluded in a peaceful place where everything is done with love. This is undoubtedly the best property I have ever rented through Booking.com!
  
  The professional staff was ready to assist with any request. There were lists of personally selected essential services and shops, from butchers and bakers to pharmacies and wine shops. Thank you so much!
  
  What could be improved: Have got some troubles with cheapest uber drivers. They can’t find the place. Order at least Uber comfort 🤣

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