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Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton
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 €100 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!
Property manager
Catherine & Philippe
Languages
English, French, Italian
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 538 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 0608300076306
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Menton Tourism Office - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Plage des Sablettes - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Circuit de Monaco - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
Casino Monte Carlo - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
Getting around
Menton Station - 14 min walk
Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Marché de Menton - 3 min walk
Le Brazza - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Le Retro - 2 min walk
Le Cyrnos - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Laurie's Dream - Fabulous All-Season Beachfront Getaway in Beautiful Menton located?
Located in Menton City Center, this beachfront apartment building is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Jardin de la Villa Maria Serena, Jardin de la Serre de la Madone, and Bastion Museum. Plage des Sablettes and Jardins Biovès are also within 10 minutes. Menton Station is 14 minutes by foot and Menton (XMT-Menton Train Station) is 14 minutes.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 74 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
A great base for a short holiday in Menton. Location is fantastic and we had a warm welcome by Catherine. We enjoyed overlooking the sea and beaches, and it was fun to watch the Lemon Festival floats pass by from the balcony.
Mary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Laurie's Dream had everything we could possibly have wished for. Location, proximity to shops, car parking, and ,for the adventurous cyclist, fabulous routes into the Alpes Maritimes.
David P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Location and communication excellent!
Shannon S.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2023
8/10
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.
Brian L.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
A well-located, well-appointed apartment in the heart of beautiful Menton. Property managers were available and most helpful. A wonderful experience!
Mary Louise S.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
10/10
We love Menton, so every time we are very happy
Fagundes M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
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.
Nathalie S.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
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!
Julie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
8/10
Very good situation by the sea. Not too noicy, windows keeps the most voices outside. 2 lovely balconies with beautiful views. Services near.
Vesa A.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
10/10
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.
Nicholas
8/10
This apartment is just as pictured. Fabulous view, and very centrally located, steps from the great fresh market as well as shopping and restaurants. It is cosy (code for not big!) but perfect for 2 and the large windows and 2 decks expand the feel of the place and provide extra lounging space. Quick train ride to Monaco, Nice, Ventimiglia and a lovely walk to Italy! Plus a free Navigator bus at your doorstep to take you to the train station. Only missing a washer. Would have liked more towels to have been provided. But a great spot. Catherine met us and gave us a great introduction to the apartment and Menton and Philipe met us at ‘check out’. They are lovely and helpful.
Dale M.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
The apartment is beautifully renovated and convenient. The location is perfect - it is very close to the beach as well as to shops and restaurants. The views are fantastic, the house is peaceful and quiet. It truly feels like a home away from home - and this is also due to the kind, efficient and professional contact with Catherine. I loved it so much during my first visit this summer that I had to return a month later - and I am already looking forward to another visit. I can highly recommend Laurie's dream apartment!
Cecilia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
10/10
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.
Helen F.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
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
janet n.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
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.
Sandra S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
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!
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
A great apartment in a very advantageous location in Menton, a wonderful small city along the French Riviera. The apartment is on the first floor of a heritage building up one flight of stairs. There is a vintage elevator but we preferred to take the stairs not being used to an older manual elevator. Their are two balconies each with gorgeous views out to the promenade and beach. Everything is on one level however a staircase leads to an upper bedroom which is used only by the owner. The space is characterful with high ceilings and windows consistent with the elegant style of this earlier period. The kitchen is very compact but complete and functional. The hosts provided a personable service and Catherine was gracious regarding our misunderstanding of the cleaning as it was our first exeperience with Vrbo.
Christopher V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Appartement magnifique et très bien situé au centre de Menton avec vue mer, proche de tout, propre. Un accueil de Catherine etait chaleureux, un grand merci à elle! je reviendrai avec plaisir!
Tatiana T.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Un accueil de qualité qui change tout. Catherine a pris le temps de nous recevoir, de faire le tour de l’appartement, nous donner les lieux à visiter et les endroits où sortir (sans oublier un petit présent ). L’appartement est très bien situé, la vue mer est un vrai régal et les équipements correspondent à l’annonce. Idéal pour découvrir cette très belle ville.
Stéphane Q.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
8/10
Appartement très bien situé avec une vue mer imprenable
Juste un bemol ... le manque de pression au niveau de la douche
valerie s.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2024
8/10
Simon T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Appartement magnifique au centre de Menton avec vue mer .le top !
Angélique Thierry Flore Solene L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Ein tolles Apartement mit wunderschöner Aussicht. Alles was man braucht ist zu Fuß erreichbar oder mit Bus/Unsere Gastgeber Catherine und Philippe haben sich sehr große Mühe gegeben uns unseren Aufenthalt perfekt zu gestalten. Vielen lieben Dank dafür.
Susann P.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Perfekte Lage, 50m zum Strand, 100m zum wunderschönen Zentrum. Ein großartig renoviertes denkmalgeschütztes Haus, direkter Meerblick. Mit viel Intelligenz eingerichtet, es ist wirklich alles vorhsnden, was man braucht. Sehr nette Übergabe, Kontakt jederzeit möglich. Absolute Weiterempfehlung!
Monika N.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
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