You can live in the opulent palace used as a set in the classic film “To Catch A Thief,” the 1955 Alfred Hitchcock production. The home has only grown in splendor since Cary Grant and Grace Kelly wandered its rooms and grounds in Cannes, France. Known as the Castle of la Croix des Gardes, the owners listed the property with Côte d’Azur of Sotheby’s International Realty.

Owned for 56 years by the owner of the bottled water firm Perrier, the palace, built-in 1919, lies within the Quartier des Anglais. For an investment of $53.5 million, the 13,000 square feet of space and its vast 24 acres of manicured lawns and forest can become yours. You can luxuriate in its infinity-edged swimming pool nestled into its emerald lawns. Enjoy its orangery, winter garden, classical gardens, and its mountain and sea views.

This is an aerial view of the front of the house that stands outa gainst the surrounding green landscape with its beige walls. You can also see here the wide driveway lined with tall trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. — This is an aerial view of the front of the house that stands out against the surrounding green landscape with its beige walls. You can also see here the wide driveway lined with tall trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

Upon entry, you are welcomed by this bright and airy foyer adorned with potted plants and medium-sized trees that are illuminated by the glass doors and transom windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is the spacious living room with a white floor to match the white ceiling. These are complemented by the beige walls that have arched French glass doors and a fireplace on the far wall. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is the dining room that has a patterned black and white floor to match the beige walls adorned by peach moldings. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is a look at the primary bedroom that has a herringbone hardwood flooring complemented by the fireplace and the surrounding beige walls. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is the large bathroom with white flooring tiles. This has a large bathtub in the middle with a mirrored base to make it seem like it is floating. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This other look at the bathroom showcases a large mirrored wall on the side of the bathtub that makes the bathroom appear large than it actually is. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

This is the view of the backyard landscape from the perspective of the balcony. This has beige concrete railings to pair with the tall beige pillars. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.

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Approach the Greek-revival mansion from its wide walkway to enjoy its balconies and airy architecture marked by a multitude of dormer windows. Ideal for a large family that entertains frequently, the thirteen-bedroom, the nine-bathroom home provides added living quarters in its guest house and staff quarters. The property also houses a Turkish lodge as well as maintenance structures.

Its formal grand foyer features potted plants and trees amidst the transom windowed room with arched French glass doors. The foyer leads to its massive white ceilinged and floored living room. This friendly room stays toasty in winter due to its far wall’s fireplace.

Both it and the dining room featured muted beige walls with the dining room’s stately presentation that receives a boost from peach moldings. During spring and summer, enjoy the outdoor kitchen and entertainment area which features a grilling station.

Among its bedrooms, you will find the primary bedroom home to herringbone hardwood floors and muted beige walls. A fireplace helps keep the room balmy in winter.

Each well-appointed bathroom has its own special features. One features a large bathtub that seems to float due to its mirrored base. Mirrored accent walls make the roomy restrooms seem even larger.

While you may think you would never want to leave the house, it does rest quite close to the entertainment centers of Cannes, annually the site of the world’s most famous film festival. The palace provides quick access to shopping, dining, nightlife, and cultural events.

The home also provides easy access by car or bicycle to the nearby lake or the ocean. You can quickly drive to the mountains from the castle.
You can set up a tour of the home and its grounds by contacting Côte d’Azur of Sotheby’s International Realty. Set aside a morning or an afternoon to view the entire property and don’t forget to wear your walking shoes.

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