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How to rent a luxury villa on the French Riviera

The concrete steps to book an exceptional villa on the French Riviera, from selection to arrival, and what the concierge team handles.

By Arthur Merlino, Founder of Liberty House
6 min read
Villa rental

Renting a luxury villa on the French Riviera follows a simple path. You set your dates and needs, receive a shortlist of villas with a detailed quote, confirm with a deposit, then settle the balance and a security deposit before arrival. A concierge team coordinates check-in, housekeeping and services on site.

Define your stay

It starts with the shape of the stay, starting with the destination (Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Nice, Antibes on the French Riviera, or, beyond the Riviera, Saint-Barth), the dates, the number of guests and your essentials (sea view, heated pool, beach access, staff). The more precise these are, the sharper the shortlist.

Receive a shortlist and a quote

An advisor then proposes a short selection of villas matching the brief, each with a clear quote covering rent for the period, included services and options. In high season, a minimum one-week stay is common on the most sought-after homes.

Confirm, pay, then arrive

A booking is confirmed by signing a contract and paying a deposit. The balance and a security deposit are settled before arrival; the security deposit is returned after the check-out inventory. On the day, a team member welcomes guests and walks them through the house.

What the concierge handles

Beyond the villa, a high-end concierge shapes the stay around you. The most common requests:

  • Private chef, grocery shopping and wine on request
  • Daily housekeeping and pool maintenance
  • Transfers (chauffeur, airport, helicopter) and yacht charter
  • Restaurant bookings, experiences and private activities

The matching collection

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum rental length for a villa?

It depends on the villa and the season. In peak summer, a full week is often required on the most in-demand homes; off-season, shorter stays are possible.

Are housekeeping and linen included?

Most often you arrive in a prepared villa (linen and initial cleaning). The included services and options are listed on each quote.

Is a security deposit required?

Yes, a security deposit is generally taken before arrival and returned after the check-out inventory, less any damages.

Can we bring a pet?

It depends on each property. Mention it with your enquiry so the advisor filters the shortlist to pet-friendly villas.

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