Sean Connery fans with deep pockets have a chance to own a slice of cinematic history – for the right price.
The former James Bond star’s old estate in the south of France is back on the market, and it’s every bit as suave as the man himself.
The legendary Villa Roc Fleuri, dubbed the “Bond Villa” by locals, has been listed by global brokerage Savills with an asking price of €23.5m ($44.5m NZD / $40.8m AUD ).
Set on a terraced hillside in Nice and boasting panoramic views of the port and the Cap d’Antibes, the breathtaking Art Deco gem is as dramatic as a 007 chase scene.
“It arguably has the most spectacular view in Nice,” says the listing. And they’re not wrong. Perched at the foot of Mont Boron and nestled beside the iconic Château de l’Anglais, the estate’s location is as prime as they come.
Built in 1930, the opulent stone mansion oozes old-world glamour with more than 10,000 square feet of living space. It retains many of its original period features: mosaic inlays, intricate ceiling mouldings, elegant wood panelling, wrought-iron bannisters, and even its original elevator cabin – perfect for those shaken, not stirred.
Behind private gates draped in colourful wisteria, the five-bedroom, five-bathroom residence spans five levels, connected by both staircases and that nostalgic lift. The entrance opens to a grand hall with floor-to-ceiling windows framing unforgettable vistas of the sea and mountains.
The main floor offers a cosy family room, an additional sitting room and kitchenette, while the dining room and full kitchen below open to a garden terrace made for alfresco entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite comes complete with his-and-hers bathrooms, a dressing room and a private balcony for early morning martinis or late-night stargazing.
Outdoor amenities include manicured lawns, a rooftop entertaining deck with a built-in barbecue, and winding garden pathways that lead down to the rugged shoreline.
The real showstopper, however, is a spa complex featuring a gym and a stunning heated infinity pool that seamlessly blends indoors and outdoors – all with that jaw-dropping Mediterranean backdrop.
