Exclusive villa located in Cap d’Ail with sea views

Poised gracefully on the waterfront of Cap d’Ail, just a breath from the glamour of Monaco, this extraordinary Belle Époque villa offers a rare and refined opportunity to acquire one of the French Riviera’s most iconic historic residences. With uninterrupted views over the glittering Mediterranean and enveloped by the elegance of a bygone era, this villa stands as a timeless masterpiece—Villa Paloma.

Exuding the classical grandeur of the Belle Époque period, the villa is adorned with exquisite original details, including ornate cornices, intricate mouldings, and soaring proportions throughout. The architecture speaks to a refined past, yet offers the perfect canvas for thoughtful modernisation, all within a truly privileged and prestigious coastal setting.

The grand entrance sets an exceptional tone, revealing a breathtaking double-height reception hall crowned with a stunning stained-glass ceiling. This magnificent feature bathes the space in soft, natural light, creating an atmosphere of serenity and grandeur. A galleried landing above adds architectural drama and leads the way to the principal reception rooms—expansive, light-filled spaces with towering ceilings, tall windows, and direct access to expansive sea-facing terraces, where the endless blue horizon forms a mesmerising backdrop.

On the first floor, the villa presents a generous master suite complete with an elegant en suite bathroom and a private balcony overlooking the sea. A second principal bedroom, also en suite and sea-facing, offers the same privileged vantage point. Two further en suite bedrooms, each with their own balcony, complete this level alongside a dedicated laundry room, creating an arrangement that is both luxurious and practical.

The lower ground floor is designed for entertaining and leisure, featuring a vast central hall, an expansive reception and games room with its own shower room, a wine cellar with dual storage spaces, and direct access to a charming loggia.

At garden level, a beautifully appointed winter garden reception room opens directly onto the grounds and is joined by a well-equipped gym and sauna, all accessible via the villa’s internal lift which discreetly connects every floor. This level integrates seamlessly with the landscaped gardens that embrace the villa and flow naturally down to the water’s edge.

The estate also benefits from a separate one-bedroom guardian’s house and a private two-car garage. Surrounded by manicured grounds and facing the Mediterranean, the setting is as peaceful as it is picturesque. A swimming pool, air-conditioning, and an integrated alarm system complete the list of modern comforts expected of a property of this calibre.

With its irreplaceable waterfront position, historical significance, and enduring architectural beauty, this villa is a sanctuary of timeless elegance on the Côte d’Azur—where classical refinement meets Mediterranean splendour.