This is a perfect home to for a first-time visitor to Nice. As you'll be staying mere minutes from the beach, pack lightly when you head off to dip your toes into the sand and forget about packing snacks — the beachfront is full of great restaurants for you to try. The Ellipse might be central, but you won't feel like you're in the centre of the city. The villa is quiet, bright, and the central atrium is a great escape from the noise when you simply need to put your feet up and relax. Start your day with a coffee on the terrace overlooking the busy streets below. If you're not planning a lazy day on the beach, walk around the cobbled streets and visit the Cathedral, Musée Marc Chagall, then walk along the Promenade Anglaise. Once you're done with your daily adventures, return to your not-so-humble abode and enjoy a spectacular sunset over the rooftops. Organise a movie night or go back into town for a few cocktails and mingle with the locals.

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