Aquitaine destinations & travel guides
From stylish sea-side towns, to ancient countryside and dramatic mountains, and with tranquil lakes and forest in between, Aquitaine is quintessential France in all its guises. Aquitaine’s popular resorts are well known, especially chic Cap Ferret and glamorous Biarritz. To appreciate the richness and variety of this special corner of France take time to discover the regions.
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Arcachon
An attractive French town by the sea, with distinctive architecture, golden beaches, plus good shopping and restaurants!
Arcachon travel guide | Our properties in Arcachon
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Biarritz
Style, glamour and a laid-back ambience, all in a breath-taking sea-side setting - Biarritz is back!
Biarritz travel guide | Our properties in Biarritz
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Biscarrosse
Lively summer resort with a stunning ocean beach, and picturesque freshwater lakes.
Biscarrosse travel guide | Our properties in Biscarrosse
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Cap Ferret
Barbados meets Bordeaux! A relaxing natural environment reminiscent of the Caribbean, with the subtle refinements of the French way of life
Cap Ferret travel guide | Our properties in Cap Ferret
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Hossegor
A smart sea-side town, Europe's surfing capital, and especially popular with families with teenagers
Hossegor travel guide | Our properties in Hossegor
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Lacanau-Ocean
Popular summer sea-side town with lots to offer active families - beaches, cycling, watersports, golf & tennis - in an attractive natural setting
Lacanau-Ocean travel guide | Our properties in Lacanau-Ocean
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Moliets-Plage
Lively summer resort popular with active families, offering vast beaches, surfing, cycle trails, kayaking, tennis & great golf.
Moliets-Plage travel guide | Our properties in Moliets-Plage
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Soulac
Attractive, up-and-coming Medoc sea-side town with fantastic beach and much to explore nearby
Soulac travel guide | Our properties in Soulac
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St Jean de Luz
A real gem - a charming fishing port with distinctive Basque architecture, great restaurants and delightful town centre beach
St Jean de Luz travel guide | Our properties in St Jean de Luz
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Landes Coast
Magnificent beaches, freshwater lakes and lots for active families to do and see
Landes Coast travel guide | Our properties in Landes Coast
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French Basque Coast
Where France meets Spain, creating a distinctive country - and memorable holiday destination
French Basque Coast travel guide | Our properties in French Basque Coast
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Pyrenees
Stunning scenery and wildlife for outdoor enjoyment - without the crowds of the Alps
Pyrenees travel guide | Our properties in Pyrenees
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Gascony
Rolling countryside, walled villages, markets & famous cuisine - a place to slow down and recharge
Gascony travel guide | Our properties in Gascony
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Landes Forest
Wildlife, horse-riding, canoeing, walks and cycling - a peaceful and natural retreat
Landes Forest travel guide | Our properties in Landes Forest
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Arcachon Bay
French holiday 'chic' on the Atlantic Coast, blending fine beaches, restaurants & good living
Arcachon Bay travel guide | Our properties in Arcachon Bay
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Bordeaux
France at its most authentic: historic vineyards, chateaux and market towns - enjoy the tranquility, and exceptional cuisine
Bordeaux travel guide | Our properties in Bordeaux
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Medoc Coast
A natural playground of ocean, lakes, dunes, forest - and famous vineyards too!
Medoc Coast travel guide | Our properties in Medoc Coast
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Ile de Ré & Vendée coast
Ile de Ré & Vendée coast travel guide | Our properties in Ile de Ré & Vendée coast