Located just a few minutes from the Malmousque cove, this 19th-century fisherman’s cabin that could be mistaken for one in Ibiza has been completely renovated, making it a perfect getaway for a family or four friends seeking fresh sea air and relaxation.
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Marseille
Villa Medjé
An ideal grandmother’s house on the Corniche Kennedy
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If a candy necklace were a house, it would undoubtedly be Villa Medjé! Guaranteed childhood nostalgia amidst pastel walls and perfectly vintage decor, all while enjoying a garden and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Marseille
Villa Medjé
An ideal grandmother’s house on the Corniche Kennedy
Make a booking request
If a candy necklace were a house, it would be Villa Medjé! Guaranteed childhood nostalgia amidst pastel walls and delightfully vintage decor, all while enjoying a garden and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea.
An ideal grandmother’s house on the Corniche Kennedy
Make a booking request
"When you enter the house, it feels like it has always been this way... Each time, visitors are pleasantly surprised."
After a few years as a lawyer in Paris, Pénélope bid farewell to the rain and gray skies and returned to her hometown of Marseille, welcoming the blazing sun and mistral wind. Alongside this return to her roots, a new project emerged: the renovation of Villa Medjé, a charming 20th-century house along the Corniche Kennedy.
Without hesitation, Pénélope and her partner Yohann became the proud owners of this abandoned building and transformed it into a ‘dream grandmother’s house.’ Nestled among plane trees and umbrella pines, Villa Medjé can accommodate four travelers who will spend the summer mesmerized by the sweeping view of the Mediterranean. It’s impossible not to fall under the spell of this house perched above the sea and its hidden garden!
Renovation among friends
The mint green shutters echo the sea and the surrounding greenery.
Guided by friends who are architects and interior decorators—Apogée Architecture and Lola Garcia—Pénélope and Yohann breathed new life into Villa Medjé. The name, a feminine Arabic first name possibly inspired by a love song, and the original building were kept intact, including the stone staircase leading to the entrance and the charming courtyard wall. Since returning to Marseille, Pénélope has witnessed changes in her city and was adamant about preserving this typical structure of the 7th arrondissement.
The renovation proceeded gently, revitalizing the villa while maintaining its charm. The old decor and flashy colors, considered somewhat kitschy, were replaced, but the renovated house is far from dull. Bedrooms in mint green and blue nod to their respective views of the sea and valley gardens. The living room features a playful “Malabar” candy-inspired theme, and ochre terracotta tiles add warmth. Life at Villa Medjé is truly seen through rose-colored glasses!
A house
that takes you back in time
To decorate the freshly renovated villa, Pénélope scoured Le Bon Coin and flea markets in Marseille. Each piece of furniture was carefully selected, resulting in a decor that “feels timeless.” Indeed, one gets the impression of reliving childhood at Villa Medjé! Pastel-colored gingham curtains and tablecloths, a yellow soap nestled in its soap dish, a floral tablecloth in the kitchen, vintage crockery… All these nods make you feel at home while enjoying modern comforts: hotel-worthy bedding, Aesop cosmetics… With a touch of nostalgia, one dreams of spending every summer there, baking clafoutis and reading in the garden.
View of the Vallons gardens from the mint green bedroom.
Exploring
Marseille
On one side the sea, on the other the lush gardens and rooftops of Marseille.
Ideally located just two minutes from the Corniche Kennedy, Villa Medjé is the perfect starting point to explore Marseille. If the call of the sea becomes too enticing, it’s only a 100-meter walk away. The Calanques National Park is just a 20-minute drive from the villa. Excursions to the Frioul Islands, a pastis in Cours Julien, a stroll in Les Goudes… It will take more than one summer at Villa Medjé to discover all the great spots in Marseille.
After watching the local youth dive from the famous Anse de la Fausse Monnaie, return to the villa for a peaceful end to the day. Lounging in the small courtyard garden is a delightful way to unwind! Under the blooming Judas tree, you can listen to the parakeets sing while being sheltered from the sun by the foliage. Take a dip in the small outdoor pool or cool off under the garden shower. In the early evening, enjoy a festive atmosphere under the string lights and prepare a local specialty in the summer kitchen. And in the background? A playlist curated by Pénélope!
Dedicated to all
grandmothers
Inspired by her grandmother, with whom she is very close, Pénélope wants the villa to come alive and organizes events for this purpose. The first ones? An exhibition by Yegan Mazandarani titled “The Scent of Fried Onions,” featuring photographs in homage to her grandmother and her house. There are also dinners prepared by chef Minou Sabahi, drawing inspiration from her grandmother’s Persian cuisine, of course!
Summer lunch in the garden.
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Destination Marseille
Villa Medjé
15 Traverse de la Baudille, 13007, Marseille, France
Transports
Marseille Station
19 min
Marseille Airport
33 min
Restaurants
AM
11 min
Ripaille
14 min
Regain (local and seasonly cuisine)
15 min
La Mercerie (local and seasonly cuisine)
15 min
Shops and Craft workshops
Moutchou
4 min
Pétrin Couchette (bakery)
15 min
L’orangeraie (fresh produce market)
15 min
Maison Empereur
17 min
Nature, Culture and Heritage
Maldormé beach
3 min
Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde
9 min
MUCEM
14 min
MAC Marseille
14 min
Les Goudes
22 min
Villa Medjé
15 Traverse de la Baudille, 13007, Marseille, France
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