Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton
Apartment in Menton
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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About this apartment rental
Welcome home!
You are welcomed to check-in & check-out any day of the week so that you avoid the usual Saturday traffic jams in France (and/or enjoy better airfares). Although we are pretty flexible, we simply ask that you check-in before 8pm.
Imagine yourself on a balcony, on the beautiful Cote d’Azur, in an elegant apartment building facing the Mediterranean Sea. Awake to the gentle lapping of the waves on the immaculate beach. Take your croissant and café on our west balcony facing a delightful garden. Drink your evening cognac on our south balcony directly facing the turquoise sea.
Laurie’s Dream Apartment is a haven in a little corner of paradise. Beside the sea, it is conveniently located minutes from the charming pedestrian street, the famous fresh fruit and vegetable market of Menton, various shops, and notable restaurants, all walking distance. At Laurie’s Dream, you do not need a car, but if you so choose, there is city parking available, on metered streets and in garages.
This charming turn-of-the-century building, the 1900s, has a pleasant garden available for you to sit in and cool off in the shade of banana and palm trees. It also has an adorable and functional birdcage ascenseur (elevator).
We are very pleased to announce that our remodeling is finished. Our new separate bedroom, with a new double bed and large closet, overlooks the garden with its beautiful trees, plants and flowers, including the elegant and colorful Bird of Paradise. You also wake up to a glorious view of the sea.
One of our two balconies is located off of this bedroom, and is a perfect spot for your morning coffee or even lunch, not to mention evening drinks while enjoying the sunset.
Our new modern kitchen is equipped with everything that you need, should you decide to cook and not take advantage of all the wonderful restaurants in Menton. Please be informed that there is no dishwasher.
The very modern bathroom is well equipped as well, as you can see from the photos (shower towels provided all year long; Beach towels provided during the Season).
The large salon has French doors facing the sea, offering a gentle breeze.
Our second balcony is located off of the salon, for you to enjoy sunrises and sunsets overlooking the sea and views of Cap Martin to the west and Italy to the east.
We are also very pleased to mention our new air conditioning unit to help you stay cool after hot summer days at the beach.
The apartment has wi-fi for those who need to stay in touch.
Bien sûr, Menton itself offers train and bus service to all the charming villages in the area. Perched villages include Roquebrune Village, St. Agnes and Gorbio. If you are museum aficionados, you can visit museums dedicated to Jean Cocteau in Menton, as well as others in Nice and other towns dedicated to Matisse, Picasso, and Renoir, and all of the changing exhibits in Monaco, which is also a quick train ride away.
And don’t forget to look east. Our Italian neighbors offer a wide range of charming towns to see, including Ventimiglia for its Friday market, San Remo, Genova, and Cinque Terre, all close by.
Or just stay and love the view.
Menton is famous for its micro-climate of 320 sunny days a year. So come love it like we do.
Laurie’s Dream is the perfect place to spend quality time with family or friends. This wonderful apartment will ensure that everyone will be comfortable following their dream, whether it is resting, reading, sunbathing, cooking, eating, or drinking.
In order to help our guests to travel light, we provide beach towels (during the Summer season) , shower towels, bed linens and kitchen towels. The linen professional care has a cost of €130 which are payable cash on arrival (2025 fares).
Should you travel with a baby or a toddler, please ask for our optional baby cot & our stroller. We are proud to announce families with young children that were were awarded the selective award 'Famille Plus'' from Menton City Council.
We welcome you any day of the week so that you avoid the usual Saturday traffic jams in France and/or enjoy better airfares. Although we are pretty flexible, we ask that you check-in before 8pm.
Parking upon availability and reservation. Fees apply
Avec Plaisir. A bientôt, Bon Séjour!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Menton
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Reviews
4.0
Great location to all facilities, beach, restaurants, train and buses. The property was excellent, however needed maintenance on the entry door (difficult to open) and the pillows needed updating.
We would stay at this property again.
5.0
Monton is one of the most beautiful places I have experienced. The month here was exquisite!! Four areas to enjoy- the harbor is gorgeous. The beach and promenade are gorgeous! Old town is fun with stores and restaurants. And outside of Old Town is also fun with wonderful shops and restaurants! The town has a train staton and the train rides along the Cote D’Jour and into Italy. The train is a wonderful way to experience other areas along the Mediterranean! No need to have a car! Our apartment, Laurie’s Dream is great! It overlooks the beach and the promenade which is filled with wonderful restaurants (as are the harbor and the town.)Two balconies overlook the sea, one which gets the morning sun, the second the afternoon sun. The apartment is very well located, right down the street from the market and right around the corner from old Town. And the best thing about the apartment is Catherine and her husband Phillipe. They are available to answer questions, make recommendations, and to take care that everything in the apartment is fine. And they are super friendly!! Thank you, Catherine and Philip! We loved our month in Menton!
Cece and Fred USA
5.0
Laurie's Dream was the perfect place for us to stay on our recent week in Menton. The apartment is beautiful with great sunlight, cute balconies, and an incredible view of the sea. It is SO convenient to cafes, the market, and the beach. It is decorated nicely, is very clean, and had everything we needed to live comfortably for the week-- even beach chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella in case it rained. The bedroom was quiet and dark. The kitchen had everything we needed. We would gladly return here any time-- many thanks!
5.0
We arrived at our destination and were warmly greeted by Catherine. She was so pleasant and personable. She took us to the apartment and showed us where things were and went over all kinds of helpful info- trains, bus schedules , walks, hikes.
There were beach chairs and beach towels too, which was great. Lots of amenities in the apartment
The two balconies are perfect for watching the world go by - lots to do in Menton and area or just relax at the beach
We have stayed at a number of VRBO’s and Catherine was top notch - her husband Philip popped by at check out and he was also very personable and easy to chat with too
Aces for sure
Jan and Jim - Ontario Canada
5.0
Location and communication excellent!
5.0
A well-located, well-appointed apartment in the heart of beautiful Menton. Property managers were available and most helpful. A wonderful experience!
4.0
Very good situation by the sea. Not too noicy, windows keeps the most voices outside. 2 lovely balconies with beautiful views. Services near.
5.0
We spent 2 weeks in Menton, enjoying the perfect location of the apartment.
The view from the 2 balconies is absolutely amazing and the apartment is furnished with all we needed.
We enjoyed the fact that we could walk to the narket, bakery und supermarket without using the car.
We will come back again.
5.0
We had an amazing experience during our stay at "Laurie’s Dream" in Menton, France. The view overlooking the beach was breath-taking! One of the highlights of the trip was having breakfast and afternoon snacks out on the balcony just to look out at the waves and lively boardwalk. The apartment was very bright, comfortable, and clean. The kitchen was very functional, with all the appliances needed. There was also a closet with beach equipment. It was clear to us that a lot of thought and care was put into this apartment.
If that wasn’t enough for a great experience, the location of the apartment was also perfect! Besides merely having to cross the street to go for a swim at the beach, the apartment is close to countless local shops and many good restaurant options. As a personal touch, the local manager Catherine provided us with a list of her favorite restaurants in the area, and the ones we tried were all doubly approved! Whenever we got in touch with her, Catherine was responsive, friendly, and extremely helpful. She gave us all the information we needed regarding activities, transportation, etc.
For those days that we felt like exploring the area, the public transportation was very effective. Laurie’s apartment is a mere 15 min walk from the train station, and we were able to hop on a train and be in Nice in about 30 minutes, and a lovely market in Italy in 15 minutes.
We had a terrific time here, and we can't wait to come back!
5.0
Light and airey property with air conditioning. Lovely large lounge with a wonderful view onto the beach and great little balcony for people watching. Comfortable bed and plenty of wardrobe space and hangers plus another larger balcony. Kitchen very small but well equipped and perfectly adequate for a holiday. Enjoyed popping to the market most days for fresh produce . Catherine met us for a smooth check in and gave us lots of information , recommendations and helpful advice on the local area. Literally opposite the beach so great to have towels, beach mat, chairs and parasol for guests use.( Just remember to pack your beach shoes as enterering the sea from the rocky beach can be difficult). A wonderful apartment and would definitely use again.
5.0
We love Menton, so every time we are very happy
5.0
Loved staying at the property. The water view was phenomenal, as advertised. The location had proximity to everything I required on my ten day stay. The host Catherine could not have been more helpful. The cookies and wine on check in was a nice touch and she was able to accommodate my earlier check in, which was brilliant given the long flight from Australia. Would thoroughly recommend this property and Menton unreservedly.
5.0
All clean & tidy & very comfortable. Bedroom pleasantly quiet. Sitting room is light & airy with wonderful view of palm trees & the sea which was just warm enough for swimming. Beach clean, dog free & not crowded.
The check-in time advised by Abritel differed from the time we were allowed in.
5.0
A really great apartment in a fantastic location. Ideally suited for the beach, market, lots of restaurants etc but also close enough to bus stops and train station if you have to travel
5.0
Wonderful !
What a wonderful time I had! The apartment was exactly as described and as in the photos. The view onto the beach and the sea is just awesome!
Drinking a lovely chilled rosé wine on the balcony across from the sea was certainly one of my favorite moments. There were even special post-covid celebrations and concerts on the Promenade du Soleil below.
The bed is really comfortable, the bedroom quiet and the air conditioning was really great as I was there during a heat wave.
Last but not least, I appreciated the bed sheets, towels and even beach towels from a famous deluxe store, “Carré Blanc” that we know from previous trips. Restaurant tips from the host were great as I didn’t feel like cooking on a brief holiday.
I’ll surely come back next year. Thank you Catherine for your hospitality.
4.0
A recommander
Excellente situation. Appartement avec toutes les commodités mais manque un peu de charme. Déco et ameublement désuet.
5.0
Logement idéalement situé
Accueil sympathique et de très bons conseils sur les visites environnantes de la part de Catherine.Logement très bien situé entre la plage et les rues piétonnes du centre ville.
Catherine et Philippe très à l'écoute et réactifs si besoin
4.0
Mooie locatie!
Mooi appartement op centrale lokatie met schitterend uitzicht.
Langs het appartement loopt helaas wel een drukke verkeersweg.
5.0
Short-Version: Great
Easy to book, Catherine and her husband are very friendly and courteous. We travelled with a car - so they booked us a parking lot 200m away. If we had a question or a problem we could get a friendly answer instantly. The appartment is in a great position for visiting the old town, or make some trips with the train. The balkonys are small, but for 2 people sitting outside in front of the sea, it's sufficient. The living room is wide, bright and offers also an great view to the sea. The street directly in front is (of course) a bit noisy - But if you want to have a short (walking) distance to the old town, there is no other choice ;-D
But no fear, the house and appartment is very calm and air conditioned - so you can close the windows, if you need more privacy.
We enjoyed our stay here very much and we will come back to Menton!
Catherine and Philippe, many thanks for your great job :-D
1.0
A seven week stay in supposed dream apartment in Menton, dreadful, dirty and not as described
Truly a very disappointing experience and not what is advertised as a bit of paradise and totally refurbished, with my wife very upset when we saw what we had rented and its condition. Really appalling! It is an old building with dirty entrance, outside walls and general condition, that also needs total refurbishment with dirty and stained carpet runners along bare austere corridors. Doors on most apartments all stained, scratched and filthy including ours and especially brass work on door of our apartment. Architrave around the door is old, chipped all over, worn and needing painting.
Most cupboard doors are sticking and do not fit properly and apartment needs total refurbishment, painting outside with damp, mouldy areas showing on the awful condition of the balconies. Really dirty with no washing machine.
Upstairs bedroom is very dangerous and health risk. If over 5ft tall absolutely not safe to come down stairs and frankly health and safety risk
Problem with birds defacating on the balconies and indeed we had clothes ruined outside before we realised. Aircon unit fine but dripping water, causing stained walls from aircon, with cracks forming underneath.
Towels are worn and old ( My wife bought new ones for her). Floor tiles cracked and loose. Cleaning dreadful. Light switches awful.
Patio doors are very hard to close in front room and also the shutters.
Utensils and chopping boards were disgusting along with cleaning buckets mops oven gloves and T towels and cloths. Bought our own shower towels, teacloths, new utensils and cleaning cloths also.
A smell is coming from the bathroom in the evening if door is closed! No extraction in it, just a hole which I doubt conforms to any building regulations, as should have vented extraction as a minimum. Yellow grouting and really dirty.
I was told most people only come for week but frankly this is not a reason for these problems and does not help us or reduce the need for upgrading.
I can supply photos if necessary, of most of the points mentioned.
Altogether a dreadful experience and would advise anyone not to book if they wish any kind of decent accommodation, it is not as advertised as a dream, and very uncomfortable.
We did ask for a reduction in rent but were refused. Although we were offered a refund for unused days. It was hard to book anywhere else at this time so we made do, but was a complete disgrace.
5.0
wunderschönes Appartement in bester Lage
Sehr geschmackvolles Appartement in bester Lage direkt am Strand und um die Ecke von Altstadt und Markthalle. Auch im Winter sehr empfehlenswert (gut heizbar).
Vielen Dank an Catherine und Philippe für freundliches und aufmerksames Check-In und überhaupt für eine schöne Zeit in Menton. Tilo + Rainer
4.0
Très bon sejour
Parfait sauf lavabo un peu bouché et douche avec peu de débit
5.0
Très bien
Excellent emplacement, pas besoin de voiture. Parfait accueil de la part de Catherine
4.0
Toller Aufenthalt
Alles in allem eine schöne Unterkunft, die Lage ist klasse. Den Kaffee auf dem vorderen Balkon zu genießen und dem Treiben auf der Prommenade zuzusehen ist herrlich.
Ein paar Dinge sollten gerichtet werden: die Wohnungstüre, die Schrankschubladen lassen sich nicht herausziehen, da die Schranktüre dagegen stößt. Kleinigkeiten, die bei voller Funktion den Aufenthalt noch besser machen würden.
5.0
Sehr schöne Unterkunft direkt am Meer und Zentrum von Menton
gut. Das Türschloss müsste dringend ersetzt werden. Wir konnten nach dem Schliessvorgang zweimal den Türschlüssel nicht herausziehen und mussten rel. lange auf die Vermieterin warten. Sonst alles i.O.
Wir kommen wieder.
4.0
Kurzurlaub im wunderschönen Menton im Herbst
Um es vorweg zu nehmen, wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit in Menton.
Die Ferienwohnung liegt sehr zentral und mit dem Meer zu Füßen - perfekt.
Die Räume sind sehr schön, freundlich, hell und mit allem ausgestattet was man braucht.
Es gibt von jedem Zimmer einen wunderbaren Blick auf das Meer.
Der Lärmpegel durch die unmittelbar angrenzende Strasse ist aber tatsächlich, auch für eine Stadtwohnung, ungewöhnlich hoch.
Dies wird weniger durch die Autos als vor allem durch die hier üblicherweise vielen Moped- und Motorradfahrer verursacht.
Natürlich ist bei einer Stadtwohnung, zumindest in gewissem Umfang, damit zu rechnen.
Daher ist dieser Hinweis auch weniger als Kritik zu verstehen. Wenn man etwas lärmempfindlich ist, sollte man diese Tatsache aber unbedingt berücksichtigen.
Leider lief beim Checkin nicht alles zu unserer Zufriedenheit und auch bzgl. der Ferienwohnung selbst gibt es Kritikpunkte.
Wir hatten einen PKW-Stellplatz reserviert und erhielten hierzu vor Ort ein Parkhausticket. Nach dem Checkin wurden wir allerdings zunächst in ein falsches Parkhaus geschickt.
Nach mehreren abgelehnten Einfahrversuchen und einem telefonischen Hilferuf sollten wir wieder zurück zum Apartment kommen. Jetzt wurde uns ein anderes Parkhaus genannt.
Nach einigen Irrwegen konnten wir diesmal das genannte Parkhaus erst gar nicht finden. Nach einem erneuten telefonischen Hilferuf, erneut zurück zum Apartment.
Wir bestanden dann darauf zum Parkhaus begleitet zu werden. 20 Minuten später fuhr ich dann mir dem Verwalter zum Parkhaus.
Vor diesem Parkhaus standen wir bei unserer Suche zwar auch schon, aber es wurde uns zuvor ein komplett anderer Name für dieses Parkhauses genannt.
Unglaublich, eine so schlechte Vorbereitung und Sorglosigkeit beim Empfang der Gäste !
Auch funktionierte das Schloss des Apartments nicht. Wieder den Verwalter angerufen und das Schloss wurde repariert.
Durch all diese Widrigkeiten hatten wir bei unserer Ankunft rund 2 Stunden und eine Menge Nerven verloren ! So etwas darf nicht sein !
Für 2 Personen ist die Wohnung mit ca. 49 qm, (inkl. Zwischendecke) gut geeignet.
Für 4 Personen oder mehr (enge Küche, winziges Bad) wäre es dann aber schon eine echte Herausforderung.
Wir hätten uns bei dem Preis eine bessere Materialqualität so mancher Einrichtungsgegenstände erhofft.
Es würde der Wohnung auch gut tun, wenn mal ein Handwerker so manche Schrank- und Wandtüre die klemmt oder sich gar nicht schließen lässt, reparieren würde.
5.0
Super
Sehr gute Vermittlung
5.0
Appartement idéal.tout est parfait
Appartement magnifique idéalement placé il a tout le confort qu’il faut et surtout la Clim .accueil au top
4.0
TRES AGREABLE SEJOUR
Un emplacement idéal, un appartement agréable et un accueil
de Catherine chaleureux et professionnel .
Très bon séjour
5.0
A recommander
Très bel appartement, impeccable, face à la mer, idéalement situé entre le musée Cocteau et le marché. Catherine et Philippe très accueillants. A refaire sans hésiter
5.0
Alles super. Wel wennen aan lawaai verkeer.
Prima in samenwerking met verhuurders
5.0
Location bien située
Une vue superbe avec un excellent confort
Nous avons eu juste un pbme de wifi pour faire 1 journee de tele travail
Le reseau en general sur menton peut avoir des pbmes du a sa situation
Attention pour les personnes cherchant une tranquilité totale il y a une rue en bas de la location qui nous a pas personnellement derangée
5.0
Traumappartement in super Lage
Eine wunderbare Wohnung in top Lage mit traumhafter Aussicht direkt aufs Meer. Die Unterkunft ist neu renoviert, modern und wirklich sehr sauber. Bemerkenswert. Das Auto wird den ganzen Urlaub über nicht benötigt, da alles zu Fuß leicht zu erreichen ist. Catherine und Philippe organisieren die Vermietung und sind überaus freundlich und in allen Belangen sehr bemüht. Es war ein wunderbarer Urlaub, wir kommen gerne wieder!
5.0
100
Superbe emplacement batisse debut de siecle trés bien entretenue la déco de l appartement est bien pensée, moderne mais intégrée à cet ensemble art deco , à 2 pas de la plage, du marché central , du centre historique Catherine nous a trés bien acceuilli , sympatique , elle nous a donné toutes les infos pour un super séjour je recommande vivement
5.0
Accueil parfait appartement très confortable
Très belle ville, de très bons moments passés
5.0
A nice long stay in Menton
I have been visiting Menton for the last 15 years so know it very well and have just spent 6 weeks at this apartment.
The apartment: Perfect location for the beach and town, fantastic views, lovely morning shaded side balcony overlooking the sea for breakfast and front balcony for dinner overlooking the lively street. Very comfy bed, nice bedding, small kitchen but well equipped.
The hosts: Catherine & Philippe were excellent and very accommodating hosts who really work hard to make your stay prefect.
I would definitely book the apartment again.
5.0
très bon logement
Très belle vue; appartement très agréable, très bien placé.
Manque des tables de nuit dans la chambre
4.0
Séjour confortable et vue superbe
Un bel appartement très bien situé, face à la mer et en même temps dans la ville, une route à traverser pour aller se baigner, cinq minutes à pied pour se restaurer ou faire des courses, les jardins botaniques presque sous la main. Seul bémol de taille, le volume sonore du trafic sous les fenêtres: le séjour sur le balcon en est altéré. Les fenêtres sont heureusement bien insonorisées.
5.0
formidable appartement
Wir haben wundervolle Tage in Menton verbracht.
5.0
Aussicht mit Palmen
Die Aussicht ist real: Palmen, Strand und Meer! Näher am Strand kann man fast nicht wohnen. Es ist toll, nach dem Aufstehen zuerst im Meer zu schwimmen und dann mit Meeressicht zu frühstücken.. Die Strasse an der Promenade ist tagsüber recht befahren, aber man sieht sie nicht, weil sich die Wohnung im ersten Stock befindet. Die Wohnung ist sauber und modern renoviert. Die Klimaanlage funktioniert und ist leise. Menton und die ganze Gegend ist sehenswert! Innert kurzer Zeit kann man in die Berge wandern gehen, wenn es am Meer zu heiss ist. Die vielen und günstigen ÖV haben wir oft benutzt. Catherine hat uns super betreut und schon im Voraus einen Tiefgaragenplatz ganz in der Nähe organisiert. Sie war per Whatsapp unkompliziert erreichbar. Auch die spontane Verlängerung unseres Aufenthalts war in kurzer Zeit möglich. Wie werden diesen Urlaub in bester Erinnerung behalten!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Menton?
The average price for a rental in Menton is R 1,862 per night. This rental is R 829 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.
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