Manoir Landais France

In an exceptional setting surrounded by gardens and vast woodland, this beautiful home is ideal for those looking for a peaceful getaway yet only a stone’s throw from the beaches and villages just south of Biarritz.
With glimpses of the ocean from one side of the house and terraces otherwise looking over the gardens and wonderful woodland, this home offers ample space outside to relax in the shade, play with the kids or dip into the inviting swimming pool with its pretty terrace and pool house. Dine al-fresco looking out towards the ocean or find a sheltered spot for a quiet coffee in the tranquillity of the gardens.
Inside, this stylish home offers a spacious living room with vibrant artwork, a cosy fireplace and doors leading to the gardens plus a welcoming kitchen-diner, superbly equipped and leading straight out onto one of the lovely garden terraces. Sleeping up to 14 guests, the seven bedrooms are scattered across various wings of the manoir and with the choice of double or twin beds, including a quad room, there are plenty of options to suit your guests whether family or friends.
Despite this tranquil location, it’s only a few minutes in the car to the brilliant beaches just south of Biarritz such as Plage Milady with its lovely promenade, little playground and nearby museum Cité de l’Océan or even closer La Plage d’Ilbarritz where you can dine in one of the excellent beachside restaurants and keen golfers can catch a round of golf on the nearby golf course.
Just to the south you are also only a 5-minute drive from the traditional Basque village of Bidart, a favourite hangout for surfers alongside nearby Guéthary and a great place for bakeries, shops and well-regarded restaurants. Not to mention more wonderful beaches, some with remote access backed by cliffs such as the stunning Plage des 100 Marches.
The delights of trendy Biarritz are also so near, only ten minutes away, where you can soak up the ambience on La Grande Plage, shop to your hearts delight in the wonderful food market at Les Halles, full of Basque specialities, or dine in one of the fabulous restaurants across this famous town. Set in vast grounds where you can catch glimpses of the ocean from your garden, this is a peaceful and secluded setting. Yet you are just a few of minutes’ drive to the traditional Basque village of Bidart and its beaches and less than 7km from the hustle and bustle of Biarritz.
The traditional Basque village of Bidart (3km) has excellent supermarkets, great bakeries and a number of shops and well-regarded restaurants in the town and down the hill near the beach. Bidart itself has six lovely beaches from the friendly-family Central beach to the stunning Plage des 100 Marches where remote access (down 100 steps!) means that this is sometimes less busy than others and very popular with surfers as well as beach lovers.
Further north, Plage Milady (with a promenade, playground and nearby museum Cité de l’Océan) and Plage d’Ilbarritz (with its beachside restaurants and famous golf course) are also popular options within a few minutes and heading further towards Biarritz is Plage de la Cote des Basques, a favourite for surfers from all over the world.
Famous Biarritz, only 7km away, is an elegant seaside resort dating back to the 19th century when aristocracy built their summer residences along this part of the coast, including the well-known Hotel du Palais, built by the wife of Napoleon III on the famous La Grande Plage. Enjoy fresh sea-food in the town’s excellent restaurants, soak up the trendy vibe in cafes and bars and shop to your hearts delight in the Halles de Biarritz, a food marker offering many wonderful Basque specialities.
Other fabulous coastal areas to visit include the picturesque town of Ciboure (15km) to the south where Matisse once lived and the lovely resort of Saint-Jean-de-Luz (14km) with a great sandy beach and plenty of family-friendly activities as well as an abundance of golf courses and lovely walks along the surrounding coastline and hills. At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request from below or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning – Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting / childcare services- Bike hire
Extras included at this property:
– 10 hours of maid service per week
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
– Private chef- Babysitting service- Shuttle service for transfers- Massage- Private Surf/Golf/Tennis instructor – Rentals: bicycles, electric bikes, vespa- Sightseeing with local guide: Biarritz market, tapas tour, etc.- Sea fishing excursions- Boat excursions – Extra linen changes: optional 35 Euros per room.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!