House Cannes - 13 bedrooms - 826m²

Set in a stunning location between Cannes and La Croix-des-Gardes, just a stone’s throw from the beaches, Villa Belle Rive embodies the elegance and refinement of the Belle Époque.

Built in 1863 for Henri Courmont, Director of Fine Arts under Napoleon III, by the renowned architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc, this iconic residence was subsequently acquired by François-Henri Lavanchy-Clarke, a cinema pioneer and the Lumière brothers’ first representative in Switzerland.

In 1910, he commissioned the Cannes-based architect James Warnery to extend the property, giving it the majestic proportions we admire today.

Perfectly preserved, the property has retained all the authenticity and charm of its era: high ceilings, expansive windows, abundant natural light and a unique atmosphere where history blends with the Mediterranean art of living.

The main villa features spacious reception areas.

The ground floor opens onto an elegant entrance hall leading to a 47 m² reception lounge bathed in light.

To the east, a study, a bathroom, a toilet and a bedroom complete this area.

To the west, a dining room, a kitchen and a utility room provide the ideal layout for entertaining.

The first floor comprises five large bedrooms, four of which are en-suite.

Four of these have direct access to the terraces, offering magnificent sea views.

The second floor comprises five further bedrooms, as well as a shower room and a toilet.

Currently operated as a guesthouse, this level offers numerous possibilities for conversion.

The garden level offers nearly 166 m² of additional space suitable for a gym, a wellness area with a sauna, a cellar, an archive or any other activity.

It is currently used as a training centre.

The property also includes a separate caretaker’s house comprising three bedrooms, a living room with an open-plan kitchen and a private patio featuring a pizza oven.

The former stables retain three horse stalls, a carriage house and a utility room.

Upstairs, a pleasant two-room flat completes the property.

A decorative water tower, a spacious greenhouse and a large garden shed bring the total built-up area to approximately 826 m².

Outside, the carefully maintained landscaped grounds of around 4,000 m² are adorned with majestic palm trees and fruit trees.

A 15 x 8-metre swimming pool, recently renovated with Bavarian stone surrounds, blends harmoniously into this lush green setting.

Direct access from the garden allows you to reach the beach in a matter of moments – a rare privilege on the Cannes property market.

An exceptional heritage property, bearing witness to the history of the Côte d’Azur, ideal for lovers of characterful homes and unique locations.

• Historical Property preserving original and renovated architectural elements.
• Spacious Bedrooms including 4 suites with terraces and sea views.
• Lush Park of 4,000 m² featuring a pool and direct beach access.

Cannes Villa Belle Rive, an exceptional historic property on the seafront

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : https://www.georisques.gouv.fr

Ref : 1095_880 - Date : 19/06/2026