What’s your idea of the perfect vacation destination?
If it happens to be a combo of French Riviera, medieval architecture, and vintage interiors, Airbnb has just the place for you.
1. 12th Century Apartment in a Restored Medieval Village
Saint-Paul de Vence is a fully restored medieval village in French Riviera. This authentic place has long been considered an artistic mecca – all the way back to the 1920s.
2. A Hub for Iconic Artists and Stars
It attracted some of the greatest artists and movie stars, including Picasso, Greta Garbo, Sophia Loren, and many others.
The famous French poet, Jacques Prévert, even lived in the apartment in the 1940s.
3. Medieval Exterior and Architecture
The recognizable medieval stone, window frames, and rugged appearance are the epitome of genuine medieval architecture.
3.1 Medieval Exterior and Architecture
Even indoors, you may notice the uneven angles and surface of the walls.
4. Vintage Interior Design
The apartment’s interior combines vintage with the Mediterranean style, as it was furnished in the 1940s.
4.1 Vintage Interior Design
From the stylish furniture, wooden beams, and local potted plants to the monumental fireplace, the whole place feels like a movie set from the golden times of Hollywood.
The beautifully stained door that leads from the living room into the kitchen is another product of the 1940 renovation.
4.2 Vintage Interior Design
The apartment contains a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and one and a half bathrooms.
5. The Living Room
The living room is where the wonderful fireplace is located.
There’s a rugged wooden bench functioning as a window seat, which seems to be the original, medieval element of the apartment.
5.1 The Living Room
There’s also a comfy armchair if hard, ancient seats aren’t your cup of tea.
6. The Bedrooms
There are two bedrooms, both with king-sized beds which can be separated to accommodate four singles.
The decor is breezy, Mediterranean, and minimal, which makes the sleeping area open and relaxing.
6.1 The Bedrooms
The second bedroom contains its own connected bathroom, which is most likely a part of the original arrangement.
6.2 The Bedrooms
There is something inherently medieval about getting out of bed to wash your face right in the bedroom, isn’t there?
7. The Main Bathroom
The main bathroom is where the original architecture thrives. The oval, uneven, and rugged ceiling provides the room with a medieval charm.
7.1 The Main Bathroom
At the same time, it’s completely functional, containing all the features a bathroom needs – including both a shower and a bathtub.
8. The Kitchen
When you’re not playing a medieval noble, you can play a 40s housewife in the cute, vintage kitchen.
The tiles, decor, and even the cooking pots are matching the overall aesthetic.
9. The Dining Room
The dining room offers a lovely view of the stone-fenced garden, as well as the surrounding hills.
The centerpiece of the dining room is a sturdy, old-fashioned wooden table, joined with carved chairs.
10. Beautiful Surroundings
The location offers the view of the entire Saint-Paul de Vence, the view of the sea to the south, and the mountains to the north.
This wonderful destination offers endless possibilities and attractions, from experiencing art and history to enjoying nature.
The guests have access to the whole property, which is child-friendly and furnished to ensure a comfortable stay for as long as you like.
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Visit the Airbnb page to learn more and book your own vacation at the 12th-century French apartment.