Gay Open House: The French Riviera sizzles

April 8, 2022 Queer Forty Staff 6 min read

There’s nothing quite like booking a vacation to get the mind, body and spirit into full gear for summer vacation. Book the villa and the abs will fall into place. It’s magic.

The classic summer vacation choice is always going to be the French Riviera — from Saint Tropez to Monte Carlo. Playground of the rich, famous, and the infamous, it’s also one of the best parts of the world to people watch. For the price of an overpriced coffee you can play the big boys at their own game…but finding the right accommodation is never easy.

This month we bring you a selection of vacation villas to make your south of France vacation one to remember. From a penthouse in glitzy Monaco to two wonderful detached villas in some of the most desirable post codes on the planet.

Our monthly real estate feature sees us team up again with Welshman Rhodri Ellis Owen and Canadian Jameson Farn at LGBTQ Real Estate to bring you some of the finest vacation rentals and real estate on the planet. Based in the south of France, but covering properties all over Europe, the guys at LGBTQ Real Estate pride themselves on their VIP level of personal service which is always delivered without prejudice. The business is dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ sellers, buyers and their friends find their perfect property match.

Eze

Take it Eazy in Eze!

This 5-bed, 5-bath private rental, with stunning sea views, sleeps 10 and is tucked into the hillside overlooking the bay of Eze on the French Riviera.

Well thought out design allows interior spaces to be as close to the sea as possible.

Floor-to-ceiling sliding doors on nearly every south facing wall open to allow the fresh sea air to flow freely. Clean, straight sight lines and lots of glass accentuate the open-concept layout.

Outside on the terrace, gaze out towards the majestic cliffs and sea views from the relaxing comfort of the infinity pool or surrounding lounge chairs.

If you’re feeling more social, there’s formal dining for eight, a wet bar, wine fridge, and a grand piano to make Elton John proud for the entertainer in your entourage.

FEATURES & AMENITIES

Fully equipped kitchen

Wine fridge

Dishwasher

Nespresso Machine Ice maker

Formal dining area with seating for 8

Satellite Television

DVD Player

Apple TV

Netflix

Bar

Grand Piano

Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Floor Heating

Washer/Dryer

Iron/Ironing Board

OUTDOOR FEATURES

Infinity swimming pool – Heated at extra cost

Barbeque

Parking

View of the Mediterranean

Sun loungers

Included:

Housekeeping (1 day/week)

Please contact the LGBTQ Real Estate team for rates and availability.

Monte Carlo

A piece of holiday heaven in the heart of Monte-Carlo.

Offering a private elevator to its own expansive private rooftop terrace, this property is perfect for both entertaining and relaxing whilst taking in the vistas only Monaco can provide.

Inside you’ll find a large, open-plan living and dining room, kitchen, two bathrooms, master bedroom, and two more bedrooms. The apartment can sleep up to 6 sharing.

Minimum two-week stay in July and August. Minimum one week rental during the Monaco Grand Prix.

Please contact the LGBTQ Real Estate team for rates and availability

Saint Jean Cap Ferrat

If you want the luxe of the luxe then there is only spot on the French Riviera to head for: Saint Jean Cap Ferrat.

Beloved of billionaires and celebrities this tree covered paradise of a peninsula boasts some of the most expensive homes in the world.

This luxury vacation villa is located on a private lane behind tall perimeter walls. Hidden from prying eyes it however offers expansive glass windows and sliding glazed doors with uninterrupted views of the sea from every single room.

This extraordinary villa boasts four floors of interior space with an elevator.

Entertain family and friends over the villa’s four floors – all connected by an elevator – work out in the gym, take in a movie in the cinema room, have a late breakfast in the open plan kitchen area, or simply hideaway for a while with a good book in the library.

The main house and the guest house in the gardens sleep up to twelve guests in sheer luxury. All six bedrooms have lounge areas and elegant en-suite bathrooms. There is also an
additional staff suite. Perfect for a most memorable stay.

Please contact the LGBTQ Real Estate team for rates and availability .