Airbnb Concierge · Isola 2000
Ninety minutes from Nice, Isola 2000 is the highest ski resort in the Alpes-Maritimes: a ski area between 1,800 and 2,600 metres, on the Italian border, at the gateway to the Mercantour National Park. A resort of the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis, it draws Nice residents at weekends and international guests who ski in the morning and reach the sea in the afternoon. Our concierge service, based in Nice, supports owners of flats and chalets here, in winter and summer alike.
Mountain rental management run from Nice, timed to Isola 2000's two seasons: a single 20% commission (excl. VAT, 24% incl. VAT), all included, no commitment.
Market context
Isola 2000 was built in 1971 in the municipality of Isola, in the Tinée valley, about 90 kilometres from Nice. The ski area, one of the largest in the southern Alps with around 120 kilometres of runs, peaks at 2,610 metres and enjoys snow cover with a solid reputation for the region, thanks to the altitude. The resort is built ski-in ski-out: slope-side residences, chalets and recent buildings linked to the lifts, plus the village of Isola, at 870 metres, fifteen kilometres below. Isola belongs to the Nice Côte d'Azur Metropolis.
Rental demand comes in two seasons. In winter, from December to early April, families from Nice, the Riviera and Monaco book by the week or weekend, with peaks over the Christmas and February holidays; Italian guests (Cuneo, Turin) and international visitors add to that, attracted by the idea of skiing 90 minutes from an international airport and the sea. In summer, in July and August, the resort welcomes hikers, mountain bikers and families seeking cool air, with gentler rates but real occupancy during the school holidays.
For an owner, Isola 2000 is a seasonal market: most of the income is concentrated in about fifteen winter weeks, supplemented by summer. Ski-in ski-out flats for six to eight people are the most in demand, ahead of chalets and studios. As a guide, a well-kept family flat earns annual income below the Nice median (around €20,000 a year per listing), but with school-holiday weeks let at high rates and management simplified by the concentration of stays.
Guest profile
Families from Nice, the Riviera and Monaco, on weekend or week-long stays during the Christmas and February holidays.
Italian skiers from Piedmont (Cuneo, Turin), for whom Isola 2000 is the nearest resort on the French side.
International travellers combining skiing and the Riviera: a few days in Isola 2000 then Nice, in winter and spring alike.
Groups of friends and ski clubs in six-to-ten-person flats, over the school holidays and January–March weekends.
Hikers, mountain bikers and families seeking cool air in July and August, at the gateway to the Mercantour.
Why this market works on Airbnb
The highest resort in the Alpes-Maritimes, 90 minutes from Nice
Isola 2000 combines a high-altitude ski area, reliable snow for the region and the most direct access from Nice and its airport. For Riviera and international guests, it is the first choice.
Ski-in ski-out, no car needed during the stay
The resort is designed so that the slopes can be reached on foot from most residences. It is a major argument for families and a logistical advantage for managing arrivals and departures.
Two seasons, a loyal clientele
On top of the winter weeks come July and August, when the Mercantour and the altitude attract hikers and families. A significant share of guests return year after year.
Italy next door
A few kilometres from the border, Isola 2000 draws a regular Piedmontese clientele that comes at weekends outside the French school holidays, which smooths winter occupancy.
Key neighbourhoods
Slope-side residences
The residences at the foot of the slopes, with direct lift access. Ski-in ski-out family flats, the most in demand in winter, especially over the school holidays.
Estimated revenue
around €1,500–€4,000 / month in winter, €600–€1,500 in summer
Chalets and upper residences
Individual chalets and the newer residences above the resort centre. More spacious properties, popular with groups and large families.
Estimated revenue
around €2,000–€5,000 / month in winter, €800–€2,000 in summer (chalet)
Resort centre and shopping gallery
The buildings around the gallery, the shops and the ski school. Practical studios and one-bedroom flats, suited to couples and short weekend stays.
Estimated revenue
around €1,000–€2,500 / month in winter, €400–€1,000 in summer
Village of Isola (870 m)
The village at the bottom of the valley, fifteen kilometres from the resort. Affordable houses and flats, for summer hiking guests and skiers with a car looking to save.
Estimated revenue
around €700–€1,600 / month depending on the season
Income potential
Average nightly rate
around €90–€220 depending on the season (winter holiday weeks: €1,200–€2,500 per week for a family flat)
Average occupancy rate
around 45–55% annual average (strong seasonality)
Typical monthly revenue
around €1,000–€5,000 in winter, €400–€2,000 in summer
Best-performing property profile
Ski-in ski-out flat for six to eight people on the slope side
Indicative ranges, not a guarantee. Actual income depends on the quality of the property, its configuration, the season and the pricing strategy.
Owner tips
Open and price the Christmas, New Year and February holiday weeks (all three French school zones) very early: they book from autumn onwards and account for a large share of annual income.
State the real distance to the slopes and lifts, and whether there is a ski locker and covered parking: these are families' first criteria.
Do not close in summer: July and August rent at gentler rates but to families and hikers who value the calm and the cool air, and who leave excellent reviews.
Comply with the regulations in force: a mandatory registration number, a prior declaration to the Isola town hall and, for a primary residence, letting limited to 120 days per year (national cap), unless the town has lowered it by council resolution: check with the town hall.
Equip the property for the mountains: boot dryer, storage, plenty of bed and bath linen, well-adjusted heating, dishwasher. In the mountains, après-ski comfort makes the rating.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Our team is based in Nice, about 90 minutes from Isola 2000 via the Tinée valley, and we rely on vetted local partners in the resort (cleaning, laundry, repairs, guest welcome). You get the same quality of execution as in Nice, with a weekly report every Friday.
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