Cannes, France

Résidence Santa Barbara I & Santa Barbara II are contemporary and economically priced efficiency apartments located in a modern and secure community on La Croix des Gardes, a quiet residential area of Cannes. Available year-round, weekly, monthly, or short-term, each apartment can sleep up to four or six, respectively, and are furnished, equipped, set-up and ready-for-use, including linens, utilities, parking, a swimming pool, and secure access. There are beautifully landscaped gardens on the grounds that are professionally maintained with a wonderful variety of native flowering plants. Each apartment has a large balcony and a magnificent view overlooking the Golfe de la Napoule in Cannes and the Esterel Mountains on the far side of the Bay. It's an inspiring setting and perfect for quiet relaxation, casual dining, and a peaceful break from the routine. You're close to beaches (a 10-minute walk), and the Croisette and Palais des Festivals (7-minute drive) in the center of Cannes. A convenient bus stop at the bottom of the hill makes it easy to get around. The A8 Autoroute is also nearby, so you can quickly and easily travel up or down the coast; from Italy, 45 minutes to the east, to St. Tropez in the west. Or you can always head north into the Provençal back country...the "arriere pays"!

"When I realized that I would see that same light again every morning, I couldn't believe my good fortune"
                                                                  Henri Matisse

Résidence Santa Barbara is ideally located for daytrips to explore the Côte d'Azur, Provençal backcountry and nearby Maritime Alps, as well as Northern Italy. Ski in the morning, and return in the afternoon!  Local charters provide opportunities to boat, sail and deep sea fish, or you can take an excursion to the Lérin Islands, across the Bay of Cannes, to visit the ancient monastery and beautiful forest preserve.

Cannes offers world-class shopping on the rue d'Antibes, as well as countless galleries and gift shops at the nearby medieval hill top villages of Eze, Gourdon, and Saint Paul de Vence, all of which are an easy drive. Antibes is close too, as is Grasse - famous for its perfume factories and shopping outlets. Monaco is 30 minutes away, and offers classic old world casinos, shopping and the annual Grand Prix Formula One race.

Ventimiglia, 45 minutes east in Italy, provides bargains in gold, leather and other items each Friday at a day-long open-air market. And if you miss the Friday market, as we sometimes do, you can always go a few miles further east on Saturday to visit the same market in San Remo! Keep in mind that travel time is longer in the high season.

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*We presently have availability for 2005 Film Festival (May 11-22, 2005). A reservation must be made in advance and the rate is fixed for the entire period (approximately 2 weeks).

• Rates subject to change without notice

• Rates are weekly in $ (USD)

• Discounts: 2 weeks - 10%, 3 weeks - 15%, 4 weeks - 20%. Inquire if longer.

• Minimum stay - one (1) week

• Rates based on seven (7) nights; Sat to Sat or Sun to Sun with arrival after 3:00 pm; departure before 12:00 noon

• SB I - Maximum four (4) guests

• SB II - Maximum six (6) guests

• SB Rental Agreement

• Security Deposit USD$200 (Refundable)

• Setup/Prep USD$65 (Non-refundable)

"...can't express what a great time we had staying in your place in Cannes. ...we loved the view from the flat, it was so pleasant to wake up and have a cup of coffee on the patio and enjoy the fresh air from the ocean. ...having Cannes as a home base in order to sightsee all of the coastal cities was definitely the best place..." (SBI / SBII)  Las Vegas, Nevada

Furnished studio apartments. Both SB I and SB II can each sleep four. SB II can also sleep an additional 2 children or young adults using the pull-out bunks (photo below) for a max of 6. Both apartments are in adjacent blocks, within view of each other, and are an ideal option for two families. Amenities include:

• Separate full-size bed that sleeps two

• Combination living/dining room with a pull-out couch that will sleep two

• Spacious balcony with sea view offers opportunity for gracious outdoor dining

• Bathroom with full-size tub or shower

• Separate WC ensuite

• Kitchenette w/combination microwave/convection oven, hob, coffee-maker,  refrigerator - freezer, dishes, spices, utensils, etc.

• Approximate 320 s.f. (30m2) floor plan

• Utilities, linens, TV (French only), radio/CD player, books, games, and other furnishings and equipment

• Parking, gated entry, swimming pool (open first week of May through Sep)

• Beautiful year-round weather!

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We offer a proven track record of success providing private residential accommodations for visitors to the Côte d'Azur. Let us know early-on if you're planning to visit, as we often receive requests in advance from around the world. However, we do keep a standby list in the event of scheduling changes.

Telephonic/e-mail reservations are held 2 days and reservations are considered confirmed after receipt of a signed rental agreement, plus one-half (50%) of the total rent. Final Payment is due 45-days prior to arrival with a refundable $200 security deposit and a $65 setup/prep fee. Following this, we immediately forward keys, detailed directions, maps, etc.

Credit cards are accepted via Paypal.Com* in most major international currencies, personal checks in USD ($) drawn from US accounts (converter), and bank drafts or international money orders in equivalent EUR (€) from accounts outside the US. We also accept wire payments and can provide transmittal details upon request. (*UK website)

We accommodate short-notice requirements, if a vacancy, but require Complete Payment before providing keys, maps, etc., which we mail by Overnight or International Express Mail and deduct this from the Security Deposit.

Separate terms may be negotiated for Guests who plan more extended visits

• Auto: Sortie (Exit) 42 from the A8 Autoroute and follow posted signs for Cannes. We provide maps and driving directions with keys following Final Payment. Maps provided here courtesy of Mappy (France) or MapQuest

• Train: Use main Cannes rail station (Gare), then Taxi to Apartment. Visit French rail site [SNCF] for schedules

• Air: Orbitz offers economical fares to Nice International Airport (Alternate Website) is 20 minutes from Cannes. Taxi service is available from airport (@ 500 FF) or contact the taxi service below
         Helitaxi - 04 92 29 09 05
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• Bus: - Cannes Bus Schedule
          - Cannes Bus Lines
  You can walk to either of two bus stops near apartment at the bottom of the hill "Le Méridien" or "Château de l'Étoile". Bus #'s 02 or 09 go to the Hôtel de Ville (city hall) across from the Palais and the Old Port. The # 09 bus also goes to the train station

• Taxi: Allo Taxi Cannes
  Tel:  +33 (0)4 22 99 27 27
  Fax: +33 (0)4 93 99 90 77
  Email: taxicannes@taxicannes.com
  Register here to schedule a taxi 

• Car Rental: We pick up a small rental sedan when we arrive at Nice and use either Auto Europe, Avis or Hertz.