Region: Aquitaine

Aquitaine - One of the largest regions in France. Aquitaine is in the very south-west stretching from the Spanish border up the Atlantic coast until it meets Poitou-Charentes, while to the east it borders the Midi Pyrénées region. It is made up of five departments: Pyrénées_Atlantiques (64 - Pau), Landes (40 – Mont-de-Marsan), Gironde (33 - Bordeaux), Lot-et-Garonne (47 - Agen) and Dordogne (24 - Périgueux) The main cities and towns are: Bordeaux, Pergueux, Bergerac, Bayonne, Pau, Biarritz, Arcachon, Mimizan and Lourdes.

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Les Granges, Oloron Ste Marie, Holiday cottages in the Pyrénées near Pau/Biarritz •Sleeps up to 14 •6 bedrooms •4 bathrooms •Dishwasher •Washing machine •Room fans •Shared pool •Shops nearby •Bars nearby •TV •Close to River •Restaurants nearby •Internet access •Microwave •Skiing •Lake nearby •Park nearby •Close to airport •Golf A selection of holiday cottages at the foothills of the Pyrénées with stunning views of the mountains. Ideal base for exploring with plenty of activities - walking, cycling, mountain biking, skiing, rafting, climbing, fishing, water park close by, Biarritz beach 90 mins, Spain 60 mins, Pau 45 mins - loads to see and do for all the family. Relax in our well presented holiday cottages which are completely self-contained with shared use of pool and gardens. See our website for more details and photos. Prices start from £50 per gite per night, minimum nights. Each property has their own private terrace or balcony and parking. The large, south facing gardens are enclosed with various games and there is a secure pool and sun deck area which is available to all our guests CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Le Coudrat, Blaye, Aquitaine , France - Sleeps up to 16 - Perfect location for a quiet, relaxing holiday. Well situated for visiting famous chateaus, beaches and places of historical interest, not to mention the gastronomic delights of the region. Le coudrat,standing in 2 hectares of land, in a secluded and tranquil location is surrounded by vineyards and unobstructed views of the beautiful countryside. 8 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Dishwasher Washing machine TV - Local Information : Nearest village shops including a boulangerie, epicerice and post office are a 5 minute drive away or 10 minutes by bike! Nearest town centre (Blaye) is a 20 minute drive, here you will find a hypermarket, bars and restaurants, the historically famous Citadel, Outdoor market on Weds and Sat and a charming car ferry to take you across the estuary to the famous wine region of Medoc, St Emilion being the main town and centre of the Bordeaux wine trade. Along the coast, Arcachon and the famous unspoiled coastline of Cap Ferret and the 'Dune de Pilat', Europes largest sand dune. Public tennis courts in the local village Public football pitch and outdoor basketball courts in the local village. Municipal swimming pool in Blaye Nearest beaches are Royan and Arcachon Internet cafe in Blaye . CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Gite Paco, St Martin Petit ,Aquitaine , France . Facing S/W & bathed in sun all day, in a garden planted with mature trees and flowering shrubs, the gite offers lovely views & tranquility. Sleeps up to 7 Outdoor eating on the 100m terrace or beside the pool with it's covered BBQ area & fridge. Inside a large fully equipped kitchen contains a large table for up to 12. 3 double bedrooms for up to 7 people, shower room, separate WC, fireplace, large living room with sofas, exercise bench, & billiard table, A stone's throw away, villages offer grocery stores, cafés, restaurants, chemist & bakers. Bastide towns such as Duras, Eymet & Ste Foy with their rural markets, chateaux & medieval architecture are all nearby. The grand vineyards of St Emilion & Bordeaux a short drive away. Also nearby: golf, tennis, horse riding, ballooning, canoe/rafting, bicycle hire, pleasure lakes and fishing. Child cots & high chairs on demand.

Other Information: The area is very rural with traffic free roads, and beautiful scenery dotted with vineyards, orchards, sunflowers and wheat fields. Local cuisine is a gastronomic delight and very cheap. A tour of the bastide towns along the Dropt river include Monségur, La Réole, Isségeac and Eymet, where cafés and market centres abound. Chateaux and medieval churches, as well as antique shops and rural markets delight the visitor.Day and night rural markets, Chateaux and bastide towns, frescoes & cave paintings, vineyards & wine tasting, golf, tennis, horse riding, bicycle hire, canoe/kayak, fishing, ballooning, pleasure lakes, micro lite. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Résidence les Palombes, Lacanau Océan, Aquitaine, France Our 3 bedroom house (Sleeps up to 6) offers a comfortable base to enjoy and explore this exceptional region of France. Next to the ocean and surrounded by Pine forests, there is something for everyone. From the endless sandy surfing beaches to the cycle paths that weave there way to the lakes and beyond. The closeness of Bordeaux steeped in history and architecture and the vineyards of the Médoc and Bordeaux wine regions. Prices start from £320 per week. Les Palombes offers you an excellent base to enjoy & explore this exceptional region. Set amongst the forests of maritime pines which reach down to the seashore Lacanau Océan boasts a range of activities. The endless golden sandy beaches where you can always find a spot to yourself. Excellent cycle paths weave there way through the forests. International Golf Course. A choice of water sports on Lac de Lacanau. Walking or Horse Riding. Surfing, The Sooruz Lacanau Pro in August. The Medoc wine region is just a short drive. The historic City of Bordeaux bursting with history and culture is only 40 minutes away. Lacanau’s restaurants offer both traditional and regional cooking. Thanks to the closeness of the ocean and lake, many dishes are based on seafood. Highly recommended is a sunset dinner at Le Kayoc Restaurant offering uninterrupted sea views.

Other Information: With a beachfront that allows you to check the surf from the car, an ASP contest since 1979 and it’s proximity to Bordeaux. Lacanau is the Gironde Surfing Centre. On the 2000 hectare Lacanau lake you can windsurf or sail. You can learn to water ski or kite surf. There are pedal boat, rowing boat, canoe or motor boat rentals. Plenty of fishing on the lake or sea. There is an International Golf Course, riding centres, several tennis courts, a bowling alley, a cinema and nightclubs. A casino open everyday all year round. A weekly market on Wednesdays where you can buy fresh local produce.

Not too far away is the Bassin d’Arcachon, a tidal lake which is a haven for birds, which you can observe in Le Teich Bird Nature Reserve or if you prefer, boat trips are offered, some around bird island. The Bassin is Europe’s No.1 Oyster-producing region, so no need to say that you’ll find many restaurants offering delicious menu’s with a beautiful view. At Cap-ferret right on the tip of the peninsular, you can climb the steps of the lighthouse to take in breathtaking Views. Climb to the top of Pilat Dune. A National Heritage Site. At 105 metres high, it is Europe's highest dune. From the top you get a sweeping view of the lake, the Atlantic and the vast pine forests 3 bedrooms -1 bathroom - Shared pool - Beach nearby - Shops nearby - Bars nearby CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Normalement, Razac de Saussignac, Dordogne France Stone barn with private heated swimming pool •Sleeps up to 10. Normalement is a stone barn converted with 5 double bedrooms,which sleeps 10 (+infant). Situated in a rural location within a hamlet in the beautiful area of the Dordogne. Peace, privacy and space are key with a ground floor area of 210m2. Set within 2 acres of secluded, fenced garden. 10x5m heated pool. 2kms away is the stunning "Chateau des Vigiers" golf and country club (Monestier). Picturesque Bergerac town and airport are 20 kms away. Bordeaux 80 kms. surrounded by vineyards/sunflowers but conveniently close to amenities (golf,canoeing,horseriding,aqua-park,paintballing,go-karting) and attractions. (St Emilion,Sarlat,Bordeaux,Eymet). Nearest town St Foy la Grande 6 kms. The barn is built with local stone,which ensures cool temperatures. wooden shutters also help to maintain cool temperatures for all windows. Including an electric shutter for large barn window. Large Jotel stove for cooler months and firewood (extra charge). 1st floor veranda,views to south/west. CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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Bernege Gites, Clairac, Lot-et-Garonne, South West France: 2 Gites with pool surrounded by rolling countryside Sleeps up to 12 - 6 bedrooms - 4 bathrooms - Dishwasher - Washing machine - Shared fenced swimming pool- Beach nearby - Shops nearby - Bars nearby -TV - Close to River. set in beautiful surroundings just 2km from the typically French village of Clairac in the department of Lot-et-Garonne. "Debonnaire" and "Monplaisir" are situated in an idylic setting surrounded by breath taking views across rolling countryside. Each gite has a private patio furnished with wooden table and chairs, parasol, barbeque and deckchairs. This is an ideal spot to dine, relax and enjoy a glass of wine after a lazy day by the pool or a visit to one of the many nearby attractions. The gites have been built by professional artisans they have a wealth of character with exposed stonework and large oak beams and have been awarded 3 epis by Gites de France. They both offer ground floor and first floor bedroom and bathroom facilities and are very well equiped to make your stay comfortable.

Each sleep 6 and are ideal for individual families or parties of up to 12 to rent both together. Extremely safe for children; rural location with no passing traffic. Distances Clairac (small town) — 2km. Tonneins (larger town) — 10km. Marmande (large town) — 25km. Bordeaux — 120km. Bergerac — approx 80km. Agen — City with theme park — 40km. Leisure Facilities Perfect location for canoeing, cycling, walking. River Lot with beach for swimming is just 2km away. Theme park at Agen just 30 minutes.CLICK ON PICTURE FOR MORE DETAILS & TO CONTACT THE OWNER

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