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Biot · France

NomadUnion Coliving

9–10 people · 6 private rooms · 3 dorm beds

Typical guests

Wellness-Focused Adventurers

Wellness-minded professionals seeking French Riviera tranquility with pool, sauna, and alpine exploration

Unique features

Wellness Spa

On-site sauna, hot tub, and jacuzzi create a spa-like environment where guests regularly enjoy relaxing wellness evenings together after productive workdays.

Adventure Activities

Regular organized outdoor adventures including canyoning, via ferrata, and Alpine hiking that define the community culture and create memorable shared experiences.

Garden Sanctuary

Expansive landscaped garden with multiple seating areas, hammocks, and peaceful natural surroundings that guests describe as their favorite relaxation and work space.

8.8/10 Good
Based on 40 reviews

Ratings are AI-generated only from recent and detailed reviews.

About NomadUnion Coliving

The BIOTiful Villa offers a retreat-style coliving experience on the French Riviera, featuring a spacious villa surrounded by nature and upscale homes near a charming medieval village and Antibes. The property provides a lush garden with pool, terrace, BBQ, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness corner, and massage chair, combining private and shared accommodations for both comfort and community.

Origin story

Manuel and Giedre created NomadUnion out of their shared love for meaningful connections, inspiring surroundings and the lifestyle of digital nomadism and remote work. After years of bouncing between coliving spaces across the world and spending extended time working remotely on the French Riviera, they realized this region is an incredible place for digital nomads. They wanted to take all the things they loved most and create something of their own.

This is a passion project, not a faceless business. They spend part of the year living on-site and hosting guests themselves, and the rest of the time they're still traveling, sometimes nomading themselves. But no matter where they are, they stay closely connected to the community and the space.

Community philosophy

NomadUnion focuses on creating community-first coliving where meaningful connections are intentionally designed experiences. The space emphasizes building a real home where work, nature, and community come together, rather than just offering a place to stay.

Key elements include:

  • In-house community with minimum one-month stays to foster deeper connections
  • Regular community-driven activities including trips, events, and shared experiences
  • Cozy common spaces designed for casual connection and spontaneous conversation
  • Shared meals and community dinners as powerful ways to connect
  • English-speaking community that actively chooses to engage, respect each other, and co-create the experience
  • Weekly community grocery shopping and collaborative living

The philosophy centers on creating spaces that feel like home even when far from it, where residents share responsibility for building the community experience together.

Hosts

Work

Amenities

Spaces

Coworking area

Quiet

Open-plan coworking space in the common area with a big conference table seating 7+ guests, ergonomic office chairs, USB-C ready standing desks, whiteboard, and 4K projector. Guests use in-room desks for calls to keep the coworking area quiet.

Kitchen

Spacious, fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances including an air fryer, bean-to-cup coffee machine, 2 large fridges with private shelves, and an American fridge with filtered water and ice dispenser.

Dining area

Separate dedicated dining area for shared meals.

Living room

Comfortable living room with a large sofa, big-screen TV, PS4, and board games.

Terrace

Outdoor

Covered terrace with a lounge sofa, large dining table, and BBQ. Overlooks the pool and garden — a popular spot for meals and socialising.

Garden & pool

Outdoor

Large natural garden with a huge pool, outdoor shower, sunbeds, hammocks, and BBQ area. Cleaned by a robotic pool cleaner and lawn mower.

Sauna

Sauna located in the basement of the villa.

Jacuzzi

Outdoor

Jacuzzi available during the winter season.

Fitness corner

Small fitness corner with a massage chair and yoga mats.

Rooms

Cannes

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Private bathroom

18m² Room with a Mezzanine, semi-private Bathroom (private sink) and great views. Individual AC & queen-size bed (160x200cm).

Nice

Double bed
Up to 2 guests
Shared bathroom

16m² Twin Room with a shared Bathroom and great views. Individual AC & 2 single beds (90x200cm). Can be rented as a shared room too.

Antibes

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

21m² Room with a shared Bathroom (max. shared between 3 rooms) and private terrace. Shared AC with St. Tropez room & Double bed long (140x200cm).

Paris

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Private bathroom

55m² Attic with a private Bathroom, king size bed, sofa, TV, private roof terrace, 2 individual ACs dedicated living and working areas. Our biggest room.

Monaco

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

31m² Room with a shared bathroom (max. shared between 3 rooms), separate entrance, lounge area and kitchenette. Individual (mobile) AC & queen-size bed (160x200cm).

St. Tropez

Single bed
Up to 1 guest
Shared bathroom

15m² Room with a shared Bathroom (max. shared between 3 rooms). Shared AC with Antibes room & queen-size bed (160x200cm).

Marseille (3-bed Dorm)

Dorm bed
3-person dorm
Private bathroom

3-bed mixed budget-friendly apartment at the side of the Villa (half-basement). Separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom and living room.

Food

Communal meals

Groceries

The villa is located in Biot near Antibes. A bus stop is a 2-minute walk away, and the train station is a 25-minute walk or 5-minute bike ride, providing access to larger shopping areas along the French Riviera. E-bikes are available on-site.

Nearby vendors

  • Small shop (10min walk)
    Small shop a short walk from the villa, useful for everyday essentials
  • Bakery (10min walk)
    Bakery a short walk from the villa, offering daily fresh baguettes
  • Farmers market (20min walk)
    Weekly farmers market in the pedestrian old town of Biot village, with local produce and artisanal goods
  • Larger supermarket (10min by bike)
    Larger shops in the Antibes/Biot area for a wider grocery selection

Organized trips & deliveries

  • Shopping trips
    Weekly community grocery shopping trip organized by the coliving for all residents

Activities

Location

148 Chemin des Cabots, 06410 Biot, France

The villa is set in a peaceful, nature-filled environment surrounded by upscale homes, nestled in the hills between Nice and Cannes on the French Riviera (Côte d'Azur). The property sits approximately 2 km from the Mediterranean coast, offering a quiet retreat-style atmosphere that guests consistently describe as tranquil and tucked away, yet still within easy reach of the coast and nearby towns.

The immediate surroundings are residential and green, with a charming medieval village of Biot about a 20-minute walk away (uphill). A bakery is just minutes from the villa, and a few small shops are within a 10-minute walk. Antibes, with its old town, beaches, and lively atmosphere, is easily accessible by bus.

Guests appreciate the very quiet setting and the sense of being immersed in nature, while still having access to the vibrant French Riviera — Nice, Cannes, and Monaco are all reachable by train from nearby Biot station.

Getting around

  • Not walkable
    Medieval village of Biot uphill 20-25 minutes, small shops and bakery 10 minutes
    Reviews: Guests note uphill walk to Biot village (20-25 min), small shops/bakery closer (10 min), but most prefer bikes or buses for convenience
  • Local bus
    Bus stop 2-3 minutes walk from villa, connects directly to train station and Antibes
    Destinations: Antibes, train connections to Nice and Cannes, coastal towns along French Riviera
    Reviews: Buses run every 40-60 minutes, last bus around 7:40-8pm limits nightlife options, timing with trains can be challenging but connects well to major destinations
  • Electric bike
    E-bikes and regular bikes available from the coliving for guest use
    Destinations: Beach (20-25 min), train station (5 min), Biot village, Antibes (20 min coastal ride), local area exploration
    Reviews: Guests love the provided bikes, especially the scenic 20-minute coastal ride to Antibes; bikes are the preferred transport method for many activities
  • Train station
    20-minute walk or 5-minute bike ride to Biot train station
    Destinations: Nice, Cannes, Monaco, other French Riviera destinations along the coast
    Reviews: Easy access to French Riviera destinations, though trains can be very crowded during summer months; guests appreciate the connectivity despite packed conditions
  • Uber/Bolt
    Ride-sharing apps available but expensive from this location
    Destinations: Antibes (€16 each way), Nice/Cannes (€50+ late night), local restaurants and nightlife
    Reviews: Guests find ride-sharing very expensive, especially for nightlife (€50+ from Nice/Cannes), making it impractical for regular use
  • Car rental
    Car rental recommended for maximum convenience and exploration
    Destinations: Full French Riviera access, mountain activities, shopping centers, unrestricted exploration
    Reviews: Multiple guests strongly recommend having a car for the best experience, citing convenience for exploration, shopping, and avoiding public transport limitations
  • Free parking
    Free private parking available on-site for guests traveling by car.

Getting there

How to get to NomadUnion Coliving from the nearest transportation hubs:

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport

Antibes Train Station

Biot Train Station

Policies

Stay restrictions

  • 30 nights minimum

Guest restrictions

  • Pets welcome

    Pets are allowed with an additional charge of 5€ per night.

Payment & cancellation policy

Booking

Prepayment (500 EUR)

500€ deposit due at time of booking to secure your room (this is part of your total booking payment, not a separate security deposit)

60+ days
before check-in

Full refund (minus fees)

Cancel 60+ days before arrival → full refund (minus Stripe/payment processing fees), including deposit.

30+ days
before check-in

Full credit (valid for 12 months)

Cancel 30–59 days before arrival → 50% cash refund (minus Stripe fees) or 100% credit valid for 12 months, including deposit.

30 days
before check-in

Prepayment (full)

Remaining balance due 30 days before arrival. For bookings made less than 30 days before arrival, the full amount is due at the time of booking.

14+ days
before check-in

Partial credit (valid for 12 months)

Cancel 14–29 days before arrival → 25% cash refund (minus Stripe fees) or 50% credit valid for 12 months. Deposit is non-refundable.

Less than 14 days
before check-in

No refund

Cancel less than 14 days before arrival → no refund. However, if NomadUnion manages to refill your spot, they will refund what they can (minus fees).

Check-in
After check-in

No refund

No right to a refund if you choose to shorten your stay and move out earlier, except in accordance with the cancellation policy.

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