Getting ready for Cannes Film Festival? Consider Carlton International Luxury Villas for your trip.
This private 5 star estate of villas (above), totaling at 16 rooms and suites, is nestled in 75 acres of land with helipads, heated swimming pools, tennis courts, saunas, jacuzzis, gym room and conference room. The property also has an in-house concierge service, chauffeur, 2 star Michelin chef, butler, security.
LuxuriousPROTOTYPE Editors had a chance to catch up with Rental Manager, Alexandra Venard, to learn more.
LuxuriousPROTOTYPE (LP): Tell us about Carlton International, what sets you apart from other luxury villa rental companies?
Alexandra Venard (AV): We have a large rental portfolio offering exceptional properties from St Jean Cap Ferrat to Saint Tropez. The portfolio has been developed over many years by building a relationship of trust with each of our owners (allowing us, for example, to negotiate the best deals and rental conditions for our customers).
Furthermore, Carlton International is reactive to the market, we recognize that our clients require a certain level of service as well as outstanding properties so every booking involves a custom approach and benefits from the outstanding concierge services our clients can access. There are also our Five Star French Riviera Villa Hotels, these are a selection of our most impressive estates with the added luxury of onsite chef, butler, chauffeur, daily maid service and just about anything else the client could require.
(LP): How has the landscape of the luxury travel industry changed in the last few years?
(AV): The luxury market is rapidly developing with the emergence of new economies in India, China and Brazil providing a growing number of potential customers for luxury tourism. The needs of our clientele become ever more demanding and pose new challenges for the key players in luxury tourism. Luxury is the art of living on pleasure and well-being; high quality services have become more important to our customers than the products we offer.
The ability to create an original universe, to continually surprise our customers, this is our idea of luxury. Newly equipped with a professional concierge service we can offer our customers a new vision of holidays on the Côte d’Azur. It is now possible to deliver excellence and provide an exceptional stay with the exclusivity our clientele desire.
(LP): Who are your clients? (What do they do? What do they want from a holiday?)
(AV): Our clients are many and varied but still have some thing in common: the pursuit of excellence. These are European and global high net worth individuals from very different backgrounds. We cater to industrialists, financial experts, sports stars, actors, singers…
For some customers, the purpose of a property is quiet, family get togethers or discovering the charm and relaxation of the Riviera. For others, the French Riviera is synonymous with festivity; they come to enjoy the nightlife of Cannes or Saint Tropez.
(LP): What makes the South of France such a popular destination?
(AV): This is one of the most beautiful tourist regions; the French Riviera is a mythical place that combines all pleasures. Beyond the Mediterranean climate, which is consistently mild and sunny, this area boasts a wide variety of attractions customers from different backgrounds enjoy. Some come to experience the coast, others in search of authenticity, prefer the hinterland. Indeed, the French Riviera is home to extraordinary landscapes and beautiful beaches as well as famous cities such as St. Tropez, Cap d’ Antibes, Cannes, Saint Jean Cap Ferrat and charming small Provencal villages. Many water sports and theme parks provide activities to entertain families. Some take a luxury yacht off the Gulf of Saint Tropez, while foodies and wine lovers will be delighted by the Provencal specialties.
The Riviera is also rich in nightlife with high society events throughout the summer in Cannes, St. Tropez and Monaco.
(LP): Tell us about your most spectacular property.
(AV): By far the most spectacular estate we manage is The Carlton Estate set in the heart of a park of 30 hectares, planted with olive trees and lavender.
It is in an amazing area enjoying panoramic sea views over the bay of Cannes.The property is just 20 minutes from the Croisette, 10 minutes to the Cannes Mandelieu Airport and 30 minutes from Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport and accessible by helicopter to the two helipads on the grounds. In fact there are four villas with a total floor space of 2000 m2, accommodating up to 32 people, in 16 rooms and suites.
The amenities are extensive, including a tennis court, a walking or jogging trail of four km, sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, fitness room, three heated swimming pools, conference rooms, offices and multiple lounge areas along with a nightclub.
As part of our villa hotel collection the property enjoys the benefits of a guardian and resident manager, two star Michelin chef, housekeeping, chauffeur services and our custom concierge services including everything from dinner reservations to visits from beauticians, masseurs or fitness instructors.
Clients can discover the combined services of a five star hotel coupled with the pleasures of a grand private estate exclusively with Carlton International villa hotels in the South of France.
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