Local area guide;

Between sea and mountains.  

Entre Mer et Montagne

We are located in a most unique setting which is just 15 minutes away from many superb sandy beaches and within walking distance into the mountains. The Spanish border is only 5 minutes away which opens up another dimension to this already attractive and diverse area.

One of our nearest beaches at Hendaye.

Our garden has an elevated and an undisturbed view over the local pastures. The rolling country side builds up to a picture perfect view of the Pyrenees who seem to change every day. This view is only added to by the pretty white washed farmhouses dotted on the hillsides. Daily we hear the  jingle of the sheeps bells as they run up the hill sides, We see the large birds of prey like the Buzzard, Kites, Vultures and Eagles as they soar on the overhead thermals looking for prey.

The view from the garden towards the Pyrenees

Our local town is St Pee Sur Nivelle, which is a traditional Basque village. It has all the amenities of a village, a large supermarket, three boulangeries, local restaurants as well as chemists and a doctor.

We have a local lake just 2 k from the village also known as an inland sea. It is set in the middle of a natural forest and ideal for relaxing, swimming and enjoying a lazy picnic. The lake has a sandy beach and it is surrounded by 12 hectares of natural habitat with pathways for walking.

It takes a short drive and you can be on one of the many beaches along the Cote Basque. St Jean de Luz is the most picturesque and affluent fishing village on the

Atlantic coast.

Ciboure coast line within the harbour walls looking towards St Jean de Luz,

St Jean de Luz has a large harbour wall which makes her beach  ideal for swimmers as the water is always calm.

The beach at St Jean de Luz

The local towns of Biarritz and Bayonne add a busy and dynamic ambience. They have plenty of stylish shopping streets as well as history and culture to explore and are under just a 20-30 minute drive away.

San Sebastian is an elegant Spanish city and within easy reach. You can wonder along the narrow streets and try the local and prize winning delicacy of Tapas in the many Spanish bars.

We are just 10 minutes from the Spanish border. Here you will find a duty free trading post where you can purchase local Spanish produce at excellent prices and a wide variety of wines and spirits.