The French Riviera has lengthy been a favourite vacation vacation spot for celebrities corresponding to Pablo Picasso, Brad Pitt and Elton John. One other group that liked seaside getaways: the Kennedy household. JFK and his siblings spent many summers on the Côte d’Azur whereas their father, Joseph Patrick Kennedy, was the US ambassador to London. And through their go to, the household — typically thought of American royalty — stayed in an idyllic villa worthy of regal status, lately listed for $33 million.
The property, often known as the Domaine de Beaumont, is positioned simply exterior Cannes and was designed by an illustrious French architect, Jacques Couëlle. “I need to thanks on your nice kindness in making your own home obtainable to be used this summer season,” Joseph wrote to the house owners of the home in 1938. “We had a beautiful time there and loved it greater than I can inform you.” The property spans 12,486 sq. toes and consists of fifteen rooms, together with 9 bedrooms, all with refined interiors. Woodwork, tapestries and tiles present an immersion within the historic decor, which mixes Provencal and belle époque aesthetics. The outside is outlined by a pure stone facade and a wrought iron bell tower.
