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NomadUnion - Dual-Location Coliving on the French Riviera

NomadUnion offers a unique dual-location coliving experience on the French Riviera, featuring a peaceful villa retreat in Biot and a vibrant city apartment in central Nice, both fostering a strong, welcoming community for digital nomads.

About This Space

Experience the best of both worlds with NomadUnion's innovative two-location setup. Choose between the 'BIOTiful Villa'—a spacious, wellness-focused retreat with a pool, sauna, and large garden in the charming village of Biot—or the 'NICE Apartment'—a vibrant urban hub in the heart of Nice, steps from cafes and a short walk to the beach. Both spaces are meticulously designed for productivity and connection, featuring ergonomic workspaces, ultra-fast WiFi, and cozy common areas. The community, curated by experienced nomad founders, thrives on shared dinners, skill shares, game nights, and organized excursions, creating a warm, family-like atmosphere where deep connections form naturally.

Biggest Pros

  • Strong, welcoming, and family-like community atmosphere
  • Unique dual-location setup (villa in Biot & apartment in Nice)
  • Excellent, well-organized facilities and amenities (pool, sauna, coworking)
  • Thoughtful and engaged community managers/hosts
  • Dog-friendly policy

Biggest Cons

Unique Selling Point

The only coliving on the French Riviera offering a flexible dual-location experience, allowing residents to choose between a tranquil villa retreat and a vibrant city apartment, with shared community events connecting both spaces.

Neighborhood

The villa is located in Biot, a peaceful, picturesque village near Antibes, surrounded by nature and luxury villas, with a charming pedestrian old town. The apartment is in a sought-after central neighborhood in Nice, buzzing with cafes, shops, and just minutes from the beach.

Community Vibe

A warm, family-like atmosphere focused on quality time and deep connections.

Social Events

The community calendar is consistently full with nightly and weekly activities. Residents enjoy shared dinners, skill-sharing sessions, sunset hangs, game nights (like Codenames), and organized weekend excursions to nearby towns and festivals. The founders facilitate events that mix guests from both the Biot villa and Nice apartment locations.

Typical Resident

Remote working professionals, digital nomads, and slowmads seeking a balance of productivity and meaningful social connection in a stunning location.

Amenities

Both locations are exceptionally well-equipped for work and relaxation. The Biot villa boasts a stunning pool, sauna, hot tub/jacuzzi, large fenced garden with hammocks and BBQ, a fitness corner, massage chair, and multiple lounge areas. The Nice apartment offers a fully-equipped kitchen, dedicated coworking spaces, a private meeting room, and comfortable common areas. Both feature ultra-high-speed WiFi mesh networks, ergonomic workspaces in every room, and regular cleaning services.

  • Ultra-fast 8 Gbit/s WiFi Mesh with backup
  • Ergonomic workspaces in every room
  • Spacious, fully-equipped kitchens
  • Swimming pool (Biot)
  • Sauna (Biot)
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi (Biot)
  • Large fenced garden with terrace, lounge, and hammocks (Biot)
  • Fitness corner & massage chair (Biot)
  • BBQ area (Biot)
  • Coworking spaces & private meeting room (Nice)
  • Community lounge areas with large sofas
  • Board games & entertainment (PlayStation)
  • Regular room and common area cleaning
  • Towels, linens, and all utilities included
  • Private parking available (Biot)
  • Bike/e-bike availability
  • Dog-friendly

Location & Accessibility

The Biot villa offers a peaceful retreat with excellent public transport links, while the Nice apartment provides ultimate urban walkability. Both locations serve as perfect bases for exploring the French Riviera.

Public Transport

BIOT: A 3-4 minute walk to a local bus stop with direct connections to the train station, Antibes, and along the coast. The Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is accessible via train to Biot and then a bus/taxi. NICE: Extremely well-connected; the main train station (Gare de Nice-Ville) is a 13-minute walk, providing easy rail access to Cannes, Monaco, and Italy.

Car Considerations

A car is not necessary for daily life at either location but can be convenient for exploring the wider region. The Biot villa offers private parking. The Nice apartment is in a central area where parking can be challenging.

Walkability

BIOT: The villa is a pleasant walk (approx. 25 mins) to the Biot train station and beach. The pedestrian-only old town with shops and a weekly market is within walking distance. NICE: Exceptionally walkable. Everything is at your doorstep: cafes, bakeries, restaurants, grocery stores, the beach (10 min walk), and the Old Town. Trams and ride-sharing services (Uber/Bolt) are readily available.

Key Distances

BIOT: 25 min walk to beach/train station; 3 min walk to bus stop; short bus ride to Antibes. NICE: 10 min walk to the beach (pebble); 1 min to best cafes and bars; 13 min walk to Nice main train station.

Challenges & Tips

For airport arrival to Biot, use the SNCF Connect app for accurate train+bus schedules as they may not appear on Google Maps. A taxi/ride-share from Nice airport to Biot costs €25-30. The Biot location is peaceful and residential, offering a retreat from city bustle.

Lifestyle Activities

Social & Cultural

A rich calendar of in-house and local cultural events fosters constant connection.

  • Shared community dinners
  • Skill-sharing workshops
  • Game nights (board games, Codenames)
  • Sunset socials
  • Group outings to local festivals
  • City exploration trips to Cannes, Nice, Antibes

Wellness & Fitness

On-site wellness facilities and organized active pursuits.

  • Sauna sessions (Biot)
  • Hot tub relaxation (Biot)
  • Use of on-site fitness corner (Biot)
  • Group hikes in the surrounding hills
  • Beach volleyball (Nice)
  • Salsa classes (Nice)

Outdoor & Adventure

Easy access to the iconic landscapes and coastline of the French Riviera.

  • Beach days along the Mediterranean
  • Hiking in the surrounding natural areas
  • Biking excursions using house bikes
  • Weekend trips to explore coastal towns and villages

Ratings

Community Vibe: 4.9/5
Amenities: 4.8/5
Social & Cultural: 4.7/5
Wellness & Fitness: 4.5/5
Location & Accessibility: 4.8/5
Outdoor & Adventure: 4.6/5