In the heart of a preserved natural environment, sheltered from view and free from disturbance, this rare estate extends over nearly 16 hectares in one single, private expanse, offering an exceptional level of discretion and tranquillity.
The property comprises three separate buildings. The main residence, offering approximately 600 sqm of living space over two levels, forms the heart of
In the heart of a preserved natural environment, sheltered from view and free from disturbance, this rare estate extends over nearly 16 hectares in one single, private expanse, offering an exceptional level of discretion and tranquillity.
The property comprises three separate buildings. The main residence, offering approximately 600 sqm of living space over two levels, forms the heart of the estate.
Built in two phases, it was later extended under the direction of Félix Biasini, son and collaborator of Sébastien Marcel Biasini, the emblematic Nice architect of the Belle Époque era. This architectural contribution gives the property a distinctive signature and authentic historic character.
The residence features more than thirteen generously proportioned rooms filled with natural light, combining timeless elegance with period charm. Stone balustrades and staircases further enhance the refinement and character of the ensemble.
A second independent building complements the estate, along with a former farmhouse requiring complete renovation, offering remarkable development potential, whether as a guest house, an ambitious family project, or for a specific professional or agricultural purpose.
The beautifully landscaped parkland is structured by elegant tree-lined avenues and extensive wooded areas ideal for walking. The grounds include century-old olive trees and vineyards, opening up numerous possibilities: an equestrian project, agricultural or olive-growing activity, or simply an exceptional family residence immersed in nature and serenity.
The scale of the estate, its privacy and its potential for further development make it a truly rare opportunity, combining heritage, charm and the art of living in the Nice hinterland. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/
Contes is a medieval hilltop village in the Paillon valley, roughly 25 kilometres north of Nice, sitting at around 370 metres above sea level. The village retains its original Romanesque and Gothic fabric, with narrow stone lanes, a 16th-century church dedicated to Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, and views across terraced olive groves and the surrounding Alpes-Maritimes. It belongs to the protected natural corridor that separates the Côte d’Azur coastline from the pre-Alpine interior, giving the area a markedly different character from the coastal resorts below.
Daily life centres on the village itself and the nearby market town of L’Escarène, about 8 kilometres away. Contes has a small local commerce and a weekly market. For broader shopping, dining, and cultural life, Nice is the reference point, with the Cours Saleya market, the old town, and the full range of restaurants and institutions the city offers.
The village is connected to Nice via the D2204 and D815, with a drive of approximately 35 to 40 minutes under normal conditions. The A8 motorway is accessible via Nice, linking to Monaco in around 30 minutes and to Cannes in under an hour. Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport, the second busiest in France with direct routes to most European capitals and several intercontinental destinations, is approximately 45 minutes by car from Contes.