Villa Les Cèdres represents the splendour of Belle Époque combined with botanical wonder on the Côte d’Azur, standing as one of the most magnificent estates in Europe.
Nestled between Nice and Monaco, Villa Les Cèdres is the crown jewel of the French Riviera: A Belle Époque mansion that once belonged to Belgian royalty and still ranks among the world’s most expensive homes.
This 14-bedroom estate was built in 1830 and is set in 35 acres of gardens-an unrivalled botanical paradise that has played host to over 14,000 species of plants. Its neoclassical architecture glistens beneath the Mediterranean light, framed by centuries-old cedar trees, reflecting pools, and sweeping sea views that appear to meld sky and earth.
Inside, the villa exudes old-world sophistication: lavish salons, frescoed ceilings, gilded mouldings, and a library of 3,000 rare books-including a 17th-century botanical encyclopaedia-anchor the estate in cultural prestige.
Beyond the interiors, the grounds constitute a paradise of Mediterranean landscaping: palm-lined promenades, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat-view terraces, and an Olympic-sized pool carved directly into the cliff face.
It was once valued at €350 million, Villa Les Cèdres is not just a property but is in itself a living museum-a reminder that architectural grandeur and natural beauty can coexist in perfect harmony. It is an enduring emblem of Europe’s golden age of indulgence.
