154 - Babord  Arcachon (2kms)

In our opinion

What makes Villa Babord a great holiday rental

Babord is a villa that invites superlatives. A spacious, luxurious, yet somehow still homely 6 bedroom villa its 'pieds dans l'eau', right on the water's edge, in the chic Arcachon district of Le Moulleau, less than 5 minutes' walk to shops, cafés and restaurants. It's difficult to find good places here because Parisians snap them up, but our hard work has paid off with Babord. The highlight amongst many here is a conservatory that runs the width of the house, opening onto the 70ft or so long garden that leads to the beach and with views over to the Cap Ferret lighthouse.

Best for:
An extended family.

Suitability for:

• Toddlers - excellent - sited off quiet road, secure garden.
• Teenagers - short walk to cafés, bars and shops. Sailing club and local cycle hire.
• Reduced mobility - bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs at this property.

Anything to watch out for?
No.

Why Le Moulleau?
It is well known for its family-friendly atmosphere, long stretch of beach and just the right mix of shops, cafes, restaurants and boutiques.

The nearest shops to Villa Babord are in central Le Moulleau, 150m from the house, including a boulangerie and grocer's. There are several restaurants and cafés in the centre as well.

Accommodation

Stylishly renovated 19th century villa,  combining original Belle Epoque features with a high quality updated interior.

Inside:

The main entrance opens into a short, wide, light corridor that leads on into the large, stylish living/dining room (50m² plus) and conservatory area which overlook the veranda, gardens and offer an uninterrupted view of the ocean, and Cap Ferret 2-3km in the distance.

The kitchen runs off the corridor and has been recently re-fitted with high quality equipment including stainless steel range cooker, microwave, large fridge, washing machine and dishwasher.

Opposite the kitchen on the other side of the corridor is the library/office which can also offer an additional sleeping space if needed. There is a WC by the staircase on the ground floor.

The staircase (19th century!) leads to four bedrooms on the first floor, all doubles, all furnished to a very high standard and have a luxurious Belle Epoque feel. The two west-facing bedrooms each have balconies with views out to sea; one has an en-suite bathroom, the other a wash room. The other two bedrooms on this level share a further bathroom and have views over the garden.

Further stairs lead to the 2nd floor with two large attic bedrooms, both with two twin beds.

Outside:

The villa stands in an entirely enclosed plot of approximately one hectare. There is space for three cars in the front driveway. A garden path leads from the parking area through the garden to the main front entrance. The gardens are extremely well-kept and have a relaxing, tropical feel.

The rear gardens (west-facing, looking out to sea) consist of a large veranda then a lawned area about 40 feet long and the width of the villa. A hedge and fence provide a private screen from the beach; a lockable gate in the fence provides direct access onto the beach.

Prices & Availability

Location

GPS: (44.64342965, -1.201672554)

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Things to Do & See

Nearby Activities
Surfing · Kitesurfing · Windsurfing · Sailing · Water-skiing · Jet-skiing · Kayaking · Golf · Cycling · Horse-riding · Birdwatching · Fishing · Wine-tasting · Degustation · Aqua Parc ·

Day-trip Ideas

• Birdwatching at Parc Ornithologique du Teich or a boat trip to Ile aux Oiseaux (Bird Island).
• Lake bathing in Sanguinet and Biscarrosse lakes - especially popular with families with young children.
• Exploring some of the region’s vineyards, such as Margaux, Lafite or Mouton Rothschild.
• Golfing at Arcachon International or Gujan Mestras courses.
• Visiting Zooland and Aqualand.
• Boutique shopping and sight-seeing in the city of Bordeaux.

Our Personal Highlights

• Evening stroll around the Parc Mauresque, Ville d'Hiver and Belvedere
• Take the water shuttle to Cap Ferret for dinner at l’Escale or Chez Hortense
• Watch the sunset from the top of the Dune de Pyla
• Any day on Periere beach – one of the nicest this side of the Bay
• Boat tour around the Ile aux Oiseaux, oyster beds and Maison Tchanquées

The Local Area: Arcachon (2kms)

Arcachon is a popular French resort and provides plenty of options for visitors. Ferries run from Arcachon and Le Moulleau to a host of destinations including Cap Ferret, a stylish resort on the other side of the Basin at the point of the peninsula of the Presqu'Ile de Cap Ferret. The 'petit train' runs from close to the jetty on Cap Ferret over to the magnificent rollers of the Atlantic beach on the other side of the peninsula, a wonderful trip, especially for children. Or, without kids, why not have dinner and return on the late evening ferry?

The Banc d’Arguin sits at the foot of the famous Dune du Pyla, the largest sand dune in Europe, standing at over 100 metres. A journey to the summit (try it without the staircase provided!) is a must; sunrise and sunset are the best times.

Back into Arcachon, stroll along the seafront or through the delightful Ville d’Hiver (Winter Town) and explore its fabulous collection of eclectic villas. There is also a lovely park to cool off in the shade and watch the locals play petanques. The Arcachon Basin is packed full of oyster farms and you will have no difficulty finding these delicacies to dine on in one of the town’s many seafood restaurants, or head to Gujan-Mestras (France's oyster-farming capital) or one of the villages on the Presqu'Ile (l'Herbe is recommended) and 'déguster' a few at the water's edge direct from ostréiculteur (oyster farmer).

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