For sale – Cannes, Palm Beach: A rare early 20th-century Fisherman's house

CANNES, APRIL 2025 – In the highly sought-after Pointe Croisette neighborhood, just steps from the beaches and the Mouré Rouge Port, Côte d'Azur Sotheby’s International Realty presents a unique opportunity: an authentic, fully renovated fisherman's house blending architectural heritage, contemporary elegance, and the art of living on the Côte d'Azur.

A living testament to Cannes' heritage

While Cannes is globally renowned for its glamour, luxury hotels, and Festival, its roots lie in a modest fishing village, oriented towards the sea and enlivened by port life. Around 1912-1915, following the development of the Mouré Rouge port, several fisherman's houses were built – simple and functional, just a stone's throw from the water. Most were destroyed over the decades to make way for larger buildings, making the property presented here all the more exceptional and rare: a true witness to Cannes' history, carefully preserved.

With an area of approximately 186 m², this house, with its discreet and refined charm, is nestled in a green haven. Upon entering, the atmosphere is warm and inviting: a spacious, elegantly equipped open kitchen adjoins a living room with a fireplace, opening onto a large 100 m² landscaped inner courtyard with a fountain – a peaceful retreat just steps from the Mediterranean.

Upstairs, the master suite boasts a south-facing terrace with sea views and an en suite bathroom. Three additional bedrooms, one with a sea-view terrace, as well as a shower room, complete the sleeping quarters. Under the eaves, a fifth bedroom with exposed beams and an office add to this ideal family home or stylish pied-à-terre.

The revival of Palm Beach: a neighborhood in full renaissance

Located in one of Cannes' most desirable neighborhoods, the house is also in immediate proximity to the legendary Palm Beach, which has recently been restored to its full splendor. This iconic Côte d'Azur landmark has undergone an ambitious redevelopment project, reviving the chic and festive spirit that made it famous in the 1930s. A historic meeting place for both Cannois and visitors from around the world, it now houses restaurants, event spaces, and a vibrant arts and culture scene, while preserving its famous pool, made iconic by the film La Piscine. This renaissance contributes to the revitalization of the entire Palm Beach area, offering a prestigious and dynamic living environment, blending sea, history, and modernity.

A garage complements this rare property, ideal as a primary or secondary residence for those who appreciate soulful, peaceful, and character-filled locations.

A discreet property with unique character

A confidential and precious property, to be discovered with Côte d'Azur Sotheby’s International Realty, the reference in luxury real estate in Cannes.

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