Chantevent 1: opening of the auction

The Private Desk of Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce the official opening of bidding for an exceptional first-line waterfront estate in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, on the French Riviera. With the reserve met, bidding has officially opened at € 15 000 000, giving buyers worldwide the opportunity to acquire this Mediterranean gem. The auction will close on December 5 as part of Sotheby’s inaugural Abu Dhabi Collectors’ Week, in close partnership with Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions, highlighting the international collaboration between teams to present this extraordinary property.

Located just 30 minutes from Nice, this exceptional home embodies the Riviera lifestyle. Featuring six en-suite bedrooms, including a master suite with unobstructed Mediterranean views, and a separate 75 m² guest apartment, the property combines luxury, comfort, and privacy. Multiple terraces and direct waterfront access make it perfect for entertaining, while outdoor amenities include an infinity pool, a 60 m² pool house, a wellness area with hammam and sauna, and 2,950 m² of landscaped gardens.

“This residence is the perfect expression of the Côte d’Azur lifestyle,” says Peter Illovsky, director of the Private Desk at Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty. “Working hand-in-hand with Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions allows us to showcase this unique property to international buyers while highlighting the quality, design, and privacy that discerning clients expect.”

Situated on the exclusive Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the property offers total privacy, crystalline waters, and breathtaking panoramas. Nearby Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer provide access to fine dining, cultural experiences, golf, yachts, helicopter excursions, as well as Monaco’s casinos and Grand Prix circuit.

“This property is not only defined by its exceptional sea views, but also by its unmatched level of privacy,” notes the seller, Tereza Kandelaki. “Life on Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat combines serenity and sophistication, and we felt the auction process was the best way to allow serious buyers from around the world to compete for a truly exceptional home.”

Abu Dhabi Collectors’ Week, a prestigious event presented in partnership with Sotheby’s, RM Sotheby’s, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, will showcase exceptional real estate, jewelry, watches, and collector cars, positioning Abu Dhabi as a global hub for luxury and culture. The sale of this waterfront property underscores the Private Desk of Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty’s expertise in promoting exceptional homes and assisting international buyers seeking prestige, design, and authenticity on the French Riviera, in perfect synergy with Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions.

For more information on this unique property or to participate in the auction, contact the Private Desk of Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty today.