Self catering holiday apartments Mimizan Plage

Mimizan Plage Holiday Apartments

FHS019 Les Jardins de l'Oyat, Mimizan-Plage

Les Jardins de l'Oyat, Mimizan-Plage

Three Reasons to Les Jardins de l'Oyat...
•	50 metre stroll to the sandy Atlantic beaches!
•	Surfing, horse-riding, cycling, sailing & more to enjoy
•	Inexpensive accommodation for families on a budget

Light, modern apartments - this apartment enjoys a sea view

In Our Opinion...

A new holiday venue in Mimizan Plage just a short stroll to the sandy Atlantic beaches. The local area is a fantastic combination of freshwater lakes, maritime pine forest and Atlantic ocean. This is summer-holiday territory at its best!

Les Jardins de l'Oyat - and Mimizan Plage - will appeal to families wanting a 'bucket & spade' beach holiday that won't break the budget. It's ideal for those wishing to be in a busy seaside location with all amenities within a short walk.

It's not for those seeking rustic or traditional accommodation, or a tranquil location - we can recommend suitable alternatives if that's the case.

Next Steps
1	Check prices and availability
2	Check for special offers
3	Call 01395 576655 or email us to book or hold an option for 48 hours

Key Facts :

Nearest town :

Mimizan Plage

Type of location :

In the heart of this seaside resort, very close to the beach and amenities

No. of bedrooms :

1 & 2 bedroom apartments for 4 or 6 persons

Sleeping capacity :

Party sizes from 1 to 6

No. of bathrooms :

1 per apartment

Style of property :

Recently constructed (2008) holiday apartment complex currently comprising 66 units across 4 'blocks' - the venue is being extended for the 2010 season. The building is a former hotel: the tallest block is 6-storeys high whilst the others are 3-storeys. The apartments are built over a parade of shops; the complex forms a u-shape with a swimming pool and terrace situated in the centre.

Quality guide :

SIMPLE » see definition

Prices :

Price Band for this venue:

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What the price includes:
Bed linen and bathroom towels - collect from reception & can be refreshed each Saturday. TV, outdoor parking space, Water & electricity also included.

What's extra - compulsory:
1. Refundable secuirty deposit EUR 200 collected at reception via credit card
2. Tourist Tax approx EUR 1/pp per day

What's extra - optional:
1. Pets EUR 34/wk/pet (max 2) pre-book & pay locally.
2. Beds made for arrival EUR 35 pre-book & pay on reservation.
3. Cot / high chair EUR 25 pre-book & pay locally
4. End-of-stay cleaning (ex kitchenette) EUR from 55 pre-book & pay on reservation. NB Cleaning charge from EUR 55 applies if apartment not left clean
5. Wi-fi EUR 7/day or 20/wk

Nearest beach :

Mimizan Plage is just 50 metres away! Long sandy beach backed by dunes. Excellent for body-boarding. Supervised July & August

Nearest boulangerie :

In the resort - plus numerous shops, bars and restaurants (many of which are seasonal)

Nearest airport :

Bordeaux airport 115km; Biarritz airport 123km

Nearest ferry port :

Bilbao 265km; Santander 362km - otherwise, St Malo 643 km

Swimming pool :

Yes - heated shared outdoor pool. Unsupervised
Open in high season, i.e. July & August (and at other times depending on the weather and is the decision of the site manager)
Please bring proper swimming trunks to use in the pool!

Facilities :

• Staffed reception office with local tourist information
• Shared pool open May through September from 9am to 8pm approx
• Fitness room, sauna & steam room (all payable)
• Games room with pool table & table football (payable), table tennis too
• Bike storage room
• Launderette (payable)
• Free underground parking
• Lift
• Wi-fi internet access (payable)

Suitability for children :

Good for all ages - swimming pool on site and ocean beaches on your doorstep plus lots of outdoor activities to enjoy

Things to see & do :

Activities: cycling, watersports, surfing, body-boarding, kayaking, horse-riding, 9-hole golf-course, forest rambling paths; adventure park; Kids Station on the beach
Sights: Bordeaux, Arcachon, Dune de Pilat, Biarritz, Basque Country, Spain, Pyrenees

Location

Map reference: B4

Situation: in the heart of Mimizan Plage, just 50m from the beach and walking distance to shops, bars, restaurants & market. The Office de Tourisme is also a short walk away.

By train : Bordeaux railway station (approx 1 hr) - served by Paris/Atlantique TGV. Labouheyre station is the nearest (20 minutes).

By air : Bordeaux airport 115km; Biarritz airport 123km.

By ferry : it's best to land in Spain - Bilbao 265km; Santander 362km - otherwise, St Malo 643 km

Accommodation

Apartments are comfortable, light and relatively spacious compared to many French holiday residences.

The apartments are best suited to families on a budget who are happy to use sofa-beds. Also, this accommodation is best-suited to guests who won't mind the limited catering facilities - apartments have a microwave oven/grill rather than a conventional oven.

The decor throughout all apartments is modern and plain, but practical.

Most apartments have a balcony but not all. Apartments with a balcony have outdoor chairs but no outdoor dining table. Some apartments overlook the inner courtyard whilst others face the road. Specific requests can be added to the reservation details but cannot be guaranteed by the supplier.

The table below shows the apartments we offer at Les Jardins de l'Oyat.

FHS019-2R4 - 1 bedroom apartment • Sleeps 4 max • 36m2 » CHECK PRICES + AVAILABILITY
Kitchenette with microwave-grill, fridge, electric 4-ring hob, dishwasher, coffee-maker
Bathroom & separate WC
Living area with double sofa-bed, dining table & chairs (or benches), coffee table, flat-screen TV
1x double bedroom

FHS019-2R6 - 1 bedroom alcove apt • Sleeps 6 max • 40m2 » CHECK PRICES + AVAILABILITY
Kitchenette with microwave-grill, fridge, electric 4-ring hob, dishwasher, coffee-maker
Bathroom & separate WC
Living area with double sofa-bed, dining table & chairs (or benches), coffee table, flat-screen TV
1x double bedroom
Alcove with bunk-beds

FHS019-3R6 - 2 bedroom apartment • Sleeps 6 max • 50/56m2 » CHECK PRICES + AVAILABILITY
Kitchenette with microwave-grill, fridge, electric 4-ring hob, dishwasher, coffee-maker
Bathroom & separate WC
Living area with double sofa-bed, dining table & chairs (or benches), coffee table, flat-screen TV
2x double bedrooms
Small sleeping area for 2 (sometimes bunk-beds)

About Mimizan & Aureilhan

Mimizan-Plage enjoys an enviable setting where the pine forests give way to sand dunes and the rolling surf of the Atlantic Ocean. There's 10km of sandy beaches to enjoy here but the reality is that the sand continues, unbroken, north and south for a long, long way.

Leisure activities on the lake and nearby (NB some activities are seasonal - July & August only):
• Sailing, canoe & pedal boat
• Sea-kayak
• Horse-riding
• Tennis courts
• Altantic beach surfing & body-boarding (beach is supervised in July & August only). Surf School at Mimizan Plage
• Fishing
• Petanque
• Cycle paths

In Mimizan-Plage, there is a covered market every day in summer and in the main town Mimizan-Bourg there is a market every Friday all year round - this is a great way to enjoy French life.

Aureilhan is a charming village close to Mimizan in the heart of Les Landes forest. Aureilhan lake is classified as a reserve and here you will discover plenty of bird life from a variety of species. The lake area is very attractive and at the far side there is a sandy beach with watersports and children's play area.

A great way to enjoy the Aureilhan area is to hire bikes and take the many cycle paths near the lake and ocean. Take a picnic and enjoy lunch in the lakeside forest.

Further research:
Mimizan Tourist Office
Kids Station Children's Beach Acitvity Club
Mimizan Bike Hire
Mimizan Windsurfing

The Region

Suggestions for day-trips include:

• Arcachon. This popular and stylish French favourite provides plenty of options for visitors. Ferries run from Arcachon to a host of destinations including Cap Ferret, a smart resort on the other side of the Bassin d’Arcachon and to the beautiful Banc d’Arguin, a sand-bank nature reserve. The Banc d’Arguin sits at the foot of the famous Dune du Pilat which at over 100 metres is the largest sand dune in Europe. 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 Bassin d’Arcachon is packed full of oyster farms and you will have no difficulty finding a supply of these slimy crustaceans to dine on in one of the town’s many seafood restaurants.

• Biarritz and St Jean de Luz. An hour’s drive south are the sophisticated resorts of Biarritz and St Jean de Luz, the south Atlantic’s riposte to the Côte d’Azur. Both provide excellent beaches, cuisine and up-market shopping as well as a good introduction to the Spanish-influenced Pays Basque. If you have time, drop into the regional capital, Bayonne. Famed for its ham and its chocolates, Bayonne was under English rule for 300 years. It is much under-rated and worth a trip to see its cathedral and walk its ancient streets.

• Spa or Thalassotherapy. In France, the south west is known for its rejuvenating waters, both salt and fresh varieties. Dax is the official spa capital of France and is a 40 minute drive from Escource Cottage Landaise. The Côte Basque – Hendaye, St Jean de Luz and Biarritz - is home to numerous thalassotherapy centres.

• Vineyards. If you’re feeling ‘beached out’ why not take the opportunity to explore some of the region’s vineyards? The famous Graves and Sauternes vineyards are an hour’s drive north east in the direction of Bordeaux and Langon.

For further research, take a look at the websites below. Please note we are notresponsible for the content of third party sites.

Alternative Aquitaine's Guide to Les Landes
Les Landes Tourisme Guide
Arcachon Tourism Guide
UK Tourist Office for France

Call 01395 576655 or email info@alternative-aquitaine.co.uk for information & booking

updated 16.04.10 ja

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