MGGM-V - Gujan-Mestras 3/4 bedroom villa  Arcachon (12 kms)

In our opinion

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What makes Gujan Mestras Villas a great holiday rental
We love the tranquil pine forest setting adjacent to the golf course. The location is excellent because you can retreat to somewhere peaceful and yet there are many attractions in close proximity: the beaches and shopping in Arcachon; the watersports playground that is Cazaux-Sanguinet lake; authentic oyster-fishing communities on the Bay shoreline; and there's a leisure parc nearby for kids including a water park.

If you like the idea of staying in a villa resort, but one that is a bit smaller in size and where the villas are good value, Gujan Mestras is a great option.

Best for:
Families who want to be near the lakes and Arcachon and have lots of activities to try nearby. We think the natural surroundings, proximity of the lake and local attractions for kids makes the venue work especially well for younger families. There's also a large, shared pool on the site which is heated - a great place for kids to meet and play.

Outside the main summer season, the villas are perfect for a golf-breaks - combined with a bit of oyster-tasting! Guests enjoy 20% discount on green fees.

Suitability for:

• Toddlers - safe and peaceful surroundings plus the benefit of the heated shared pool. Cot & high chair can be hired locally. Local attractions nearby for kids including a water park.
• Teenagers - works better for those who don't need easy access to lots of shops and discos, but who want day-time access to lots of activities
• Reduced mobility - site is level surface; please let us know if you have any particular requirements 

Anything to watch out for?
The swimming pools at each villa are 6x3m - ok for a splash about and for the kids to have some fun, but less so for adults who want to do 25 lengths each morning! Don't forget there is also a large communal pool (heated) too.

Why Arcachon?
Arcachon is an all year round sea-side town that's hugely popular with French families and it's easy to see why: exceptional sandy beaches, long, picturesque sea-front promenade, a manageable size - shops, bars, restaurants, small casino, even the train station - all within easy walking distance. All topped off by Arcachon's signature architecture, exemplified by the Winter Town's magnificent villas which feature stained glass, ornate balconies and intricate brickwork, built over 100 years ago for the town's first holiday-makers. Arcachon is one of our favourite Aquitaine destinations.

Gujan Mestras is a typical oyster-farming district of the Arcachon Bay and has some fantastic, authentic cabanes where you can taste oyster. There are some excellent restaurants too. 

Accommodation

Informal, modern villas each with their own individual pool

The villas offer 115m2 accommodation over two floors, the upper floor consisting of the mezzanine bedroom. Bordering the Gujan Mestras golf course, the villas enjoy a peaceful setting and relaxing views.

The accommodation comprises:

• double living room with bay windows opening to the terrace (there is also a sofa-bed in the living room, if needed)
• 3 bedrooms on the ground floor, each with either 1x double bed or 2x single beds
• fully-equipped kitchen
• two bathrooms with WC
• additional separate WC
• mezzanine bedroom with 2x single beds

Outside, each villa enjoys a private terrace with 6x3m pool, garden furniture and views of the golf course and pine forests. A covered parking space is also provided at each villa.

Site Amenities
The venue includes a handful of maisons and apartments and all guests of the site shared the heated communal pool - a great place for kids to meet and play. The reception desk includes information on local tourist activities and the possibility of hiring bikes. For information about the golf course, please check 'Things to Do & See'.

Prices & Availability

Location

GPS: (44.602553138470604, -1.0926461219787597)

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Things to Do & See

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

Day-trip Ideas

• Hop on the train to Arcachon for a lazy day at the beach
• Scale the Dune du Pilat - Europe's largest sand dune
• Take the ferry to the Cap Ferret peninsula
• A day with the kids at nearby Aqualand
• A day at the lake Cazaux-Sanguinet
• City culture in Bordeaux - especially the old town
• Birdwatching at Le Teich wetland centre

Our Personal Highlights

• Meandering around the Bassin d'Arcachon on a sea kayak
• Launching off the top of Dune du Pilat - in tandem with a qualified paraglider!
• Strolling the chic streets of Le Moulleau
• Finding an oyster shack on the Bay shoreline - and so some tasting!
• Cycle from Gujan to Pilat-Plage and choose your spot on the beach
• Sailing trip to the sandbanks of the Banc d'Arguin

The Local Area: Arcachon (12 kms)

Gujan Mestras
The 'town with 7 ports', Gujan is best-known for its oyster-fishing, the Bay are of Gujan features several 'cabanes', restaurants, an oyster-farming museum and a little port too. The coastal area can be explored on foot, bike (there are excellent cycle paths) or by boat. The little beach at La Hume lies next to the marina and is ideal for young families with it's shallow waters and play area.

Between La Hume and Gujan Mestras is the Parc des Loisirs, a leisure playground for children featuring:

• La Teste zoo
• La Coccinelle children's farm
• Kid Parc adventure play area
• Aqua Land water park

Discover more by visiting the tourist office website for Gujan Mestras 

Gujan Mestra Golf Course 
Pines forest, lakes and white sand bunkers feature in this attractive and testing par 72 course. Guests of Gujan Mestras villas benefit from a 20% reduction on green fees and a 10% reduction on tuition. The excellent clubhouse restaurant is open for lunches. The golf course includes ample practise facilities. Find out more by visiting Gujan Mestras Golf Club


Arcachon Bay
The immediate coastline does have the odd stretch of sand, but the shore is mostly a mix of oyster fishing zones and wetlands. The local beach at La Hume is ok for a bit of sun-bathing and there's a children's play area and seasonal snack bar. However, the best beaches are in Arcachon and around the Bay south, through the stylish districts of Abatilles, Perreire, Le Moulleau and Pyla.

And, for an alternative, take the short drive south - or cycle - to the magical lake of Cazaux et Sanguinet. Here you'll find sandy beaches, lovely safe waters for the kids, cycle paths, picnic areas and watersports - it's a great day out.

Arcachon is an all year round sea-side town that's hugely popular with French families and it's easy to see why: exceptional sandy beaches, long, picturesque sea-front promenade, a manageable size - shops, bars, restaurants, small casino, even the train station - all within easy walking distance.

Less well-known (to the UK market) are Arcachon's 'upmarket' southern districts: Perreire, Le Moulleau and Pyla sur Mer. These offer quieter beaches than those found in central Arcachon and, for those with smaller children and a lot of equipment, easier car-parking. They are also a favourite for sailing enthusiasts.

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