Plage des Ondes by Private Boat:
A Little Tower. A Different Horizon.
A small sandy shoreline, views toward the Lérins Islands and the changing light of the western Riviera. Discover Les Ondes on a private charter from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
A quieter-looking shoreline with a wider western view
By the time you reach the western side of Cap d’Antibes, the outlook has changed. The coastline around Nice and Monaco gives way to views toward the Lérins Islands and the Estérel.
Plage des Ondes is a small, narrow sandy beach with a distinctive little stone tower standing at the edge of the water. It gives the shoreline a recognizable silhouette.
The setting feels more modest than the famous name of Billionaires’ Bay might suggest, and more residential than a major beach-club scene. Its appeal is in the outlook, the scale and the chance to enjoy a simpler coastal pause.
Plage des Ondes and its stone tower
The tower is the detail that catches the eye first. Seen from an appropriate position offshore, it provides a focal point against the beach and surrounding coastline.
Look beyond it and the wider setting takes over: the sandy shore, the nearby greenery and the sea opening toward the islands.
For guests who enjoy photography, this is a place where a small architectural detail can make the whole view memorable. The exact outlook depends on the boat’s position, light and visibility.
A tower beside the water
The little stone structure gives Les Ondes a distinctive visual character without overwhelming the natural setting.
The Lérins Islands and Estérel
Enjoy the western outlook toward the islands and the hills beyond. Distant views depend on visibility on the day.
A more understated pause
Consider the area when you want a simple stop within a wider itinerary: scenery, a possible swim and time together aboard.
The little tower catches your attention. The western horizon makes you linger.
Swimming around Plage des Ondes
Les Ondes is an area to discuss if your group would enjoy a swimming pause on the western side of Cap d’Antibes.
Where conditions and local rules allow, your skipper selects a suitable permitted stopping position. Enjoy the water or stay aboard and take in the shoreline.
A sandy beach does not mean the boat can enter the shallows or stop beside the tower. The public swimming area and the boat’s position must be considered separately.
Tell us how important swimming is to the day, so the journey and other arrangements leave enough time for it.
The stopping place depends on the day
Wind, swell, boat traffic, local navigation and anchoring rules, and the seabed all influence where a stop is appropriate.
Anchoring must respect protected Posidonia seagrass and the restrictions applying at the exact location. No fixed anchorage is promised.
The area can feel understated, but quiet water and an uncrowded setting cannot be guaranteed.
Discuss lunch at Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc
If Eden-Roc is on your wish list, tell us when planning your western charter. A lunch reservation can become a central part of the day’s arrangements.
Eden-Roc Restaurant accepts lunch reservations from non-residents, subject to availability and seasonal opening. You do not need to be staying at the hotel to enquire about a table.
The surrounding Cap d’Antibes coastline, including the Les Ondes area, can be considered when planning the boat day. Your skipper and the venue must confirm the practical arrangements for arriving and returning aboard.
Explore Eden-Roc RestaurantThe table, the transfer and the boat are separate arrangements
A restaurant reservation does not automatically provide permission to use a private jetty, a shore transfer or a particular anchorage.
- Confirm restaurant availability for your date.
- Agree the arrival and shore-transfer arrangements.
- Check the restaurant’s dress requirements.
- Confirm any transfer charges and additional costs.
- Leave enough time for lunch and the return cruise.
Restaurant meals and any separately charged transfers are additional to the charter price.
The light is part of the appeal
The west-facing outlook gives Les Ondes a different feeling from the bays around Beaulieu and Èze. As the day progresses, the light across the water can become particularly attractive.
The islands and distant hills provide a broad backdrop to a much smaller shoreline. It is a setting to enjoy without filling every moment.
If photography or evening light is a priority, discuss the timing with us before booking. Any later return or special charter hours must be arranged in advance.
A western view does not require a sunset finish
You can appreciate the outlook during a normal daytime visit. A charter departing from Beaulieu still needs time for the journey home.
We will help balance the setting you want to enjoy with the agreed charter duration and conditions.
How Les Ondes fits into a charter from Beaulieu
Reaching the western side of Cap d’Antibes is a longer journey than staying around Cap Ferrat. Decide whether your priority is exploring the Cap, enjoying a special lunch or continuing toward the islands.
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Agree the main experience
Tell us whether Les Ondes, Eden-Roc lunch or a wider western itinerary is the focus. We can discuss what fits comfortably within the day.
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Depart Beaulieu for Cap d’Antibes
Meet your skipper and confirm the conditions and agreed route. The longer coastal cruise forms part of the experience.
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Enjoy the western side of the Cap
Take in the Les Ondes shoreline and its little tower. A swimming stop depends on a suitable permitted position and conditions on the day.
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Follow the rest of your agreed plans
Continue with lunch, another destination or the return journey. Any extension toward the Lérins Islands needs to be considered within the full route, fuel estimate and available time.
You do not need to include everything
A long lunch, several swimming stops and the islands can compete for the same hours. Choose the experiences that matter most, then leave room to enjoy them.
Explore aboard L’Esquinade
Our Sunseeker Portofino 35 is reserved for your group of up to six charter guests, with an English-speaking skipper.
Plan around the people joining you, with a balance of cruising, swimming and dining that suits your group.
- Departure from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice.
- Personal itinerary planning.
- Complimentary water, French rosé and towels.
- Snorkeling equipment and floats aboard.
- Dining space, refrigeration and kitchenette facilities.
Confirm the route, hours and fuel estimate
A western itinerary involves more cruising than a day staying close to Beaulieu. Discuss the full journey before reserving.
Confirm the charter hours, estimated fuel, restaurant arrangements and requested extras.
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Where is Plage des Ondes?
Plage des Ondes lies on the western side of Cap d’Antibes, with an outlook toward the Lérins Islands and the Estérel.
What is the little tower beside the beach?
The small stone tower is a distinctive landmark at the edge of the water. It gives the shoreline its recognizable silhouette.
Does this charter depart from Les Ondes?
No. The charter described here departs from Beaulieu-sur-Mer near Nice. Les Ondes is a destination to discuss within a western itinerary.
Can we stop for a swim?
A swimming stop may be possible at a suitable permitted location. Your skipper assesses conditions, traffic, local restrictions and the seabed before choosing where to stop.
Can we have lunch at Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc?
Eden-Roc Restaurant accepts lunch reservations from non-residents, subject to availability and seasonal opening. Tell us in advance so the meal and practical access can be considered within your charter plans.
Does an Eden-Roc reservation include a boat transfer?
Do not assume so. The table reservation, transfer arrangements and any private jetty access must be confirmed separately with the venue.
Can we continue toward the Lérins Islands?
Ask us when planning. Continuing farther west affects the cruising time, fuel and balance of the day. It is not automatically included in a Les Ondes itinerary.
Can we stay for sunset?
Special timing and a later return require advance arrangement. A standard daytime charter does not automatically include a sunset finish.
Is the area always quiet?
No. Boat traffic, the season and conditions affect the atmosphere. Tell us if a quieter-feeling stop is important to your group.
What if the western route is not suitable?
Your skipper will discuss appropriate options under your charter arrangements. Safety and sea conditions take priority over a specific destination.
Make the most of your time on the Riviera
Make Les Ondes part of your Cap d’Antibes plans
A swim beside a distinctive shoreline, views toward the islands or a special lunch at Eden-Roc. Tell us your priorities, and we will help discuss your private charter from Beaulieu-sur-Mer.