It is one of the first questions owners ask: how much does a concierge cost on the French Riviera ? The answer depends on many factors, but we can clarify the pricing models and what makes them vary. The aim: to see things clearly before entrusting your property.
Two main pricing models
1. The caretaking package (monitoring, upkeep)
For monitoring a second home and routine caretaking, pricing is generally in the form of a monthly or annual package, or visits billed individually. The amount depends on the size of the property, the frequency of visits and the scope of services.
2. The commission on seasonal letting
For short-term rental management, the concierge is most often paid via a commission on rental income, in return for complete handling: enhancement, welcome, cleaning, listing and guest management. This model aligns interests: the concierge is incentivised to maximise your income.
What makes the price vary
- The size and type of property (studio, apartment, villa with garden and pool).
- The location and accessibility (a hilltop property in Èze does not have the same constraints as an apartment in Nice).
- The frequency of visits and services.
- The scope of services : simple monitoring, or complete caretaking with coordination of service providers.
- Seasonality and the intensity of letting (a high changeover rate requires more resources).
What is (often) included
Depending on the plan, a concierge takes on all or part of:
- Inspection visits and monitoring of the property.
- Guest welcome and key handover.
- Cleaning and laundry to hotel standards.
- Coordination of tradespeople and minor repairs.
- Listing and guest-relations management.
- Regular reports to the owner.
A bespoke quote rather than a standard rate
Because every property and every owner is different, a “catalogue” rate makes little sense. The right approach: a visit to the property and a personalised quote, which takes your real needs into account. Find our approach on the Pricing page.
The right mindset: think in value, not just cost
A concierge represents a cost, but it protects the value of your asset (preventive upkeep, responsiveness), optimises your rental income and frees up your time and mental load. It is an investment in peace of mind — and often in profitability.
In Summary
The cost of a concierge on the French Riviera depends on the model (package or commission), the property and the services. The most reliable approach: ask for a bespoke quote after a visit. Based in Nice, we assess every request across the whole coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a concierge paid by package or by commission?
Both models exist: a package (or individual visits) for monitoring and caretaking, and a commission on income for seasonal rental management.
What makes a concierge’s price vary?
The size and type of property, its location and accessibility, the frequency of visits, the scope of services and the intensity of letting.
How do you get a precise rate?
Through a visit to the property and a bespoke quote, the only way to assess your real needs accurately.
Contact Clé d’Azur for a confidential, no-obligation assessment of your property. We reply personally within 24 working hours.