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le Goëland
12, Plateau de l'Atalaye Languages: English, Spanish Credit cards not accepted. Département:
Pyrénées-Atlantiques (64) |
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on a plateau overlooking Biarritz, with a 180° panoramic
view of the Gulf de Gascogne stretching from Spain up the Landes Coast,
is a delightful chambres d'hôtes, Villa le Goëland.
Built in the 18th century, Villa le Goëland was first known
as Villa Montebello and later Villa Ravize. It was transformed into
a manor house, including the addition of two towers, in 1903 and renamed
Villa
le Goëland. The Duc de Montebello's family inhabited
the villa until the current owner's grandfather purchased it in 1940. This
grand guest house, located on the Plateau de l'Atalaye between the
Pays Basque and the Atlantic, holds a prominent oceanfront location with
commanding views much appreciated by guests. Only 50 meters from
the best and most beautiful beach in Biarritz, Villa le Goëland
is a much admired classic residence.
The Basque Coast of southwestern France is renowned for its friendly people, intriguing cuisine, beautiful seaside towns and unique charm. Situated in the département of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques -- an area from the Spanish border north to Biarritz and Bayonne and inland as far east as Pau -- Biarritz shares this region with quaint villages, the dramatic Pyrénées mountains, hilly green landscapes and misty lush valleys and, of course, the warm and wonderful Atlantic beaches. Today a famed resort, Biarritz was but a small fishing village during the Middle Ages, and boats would set off into the rough seas to go whale hunting. In the mid-1800s Napoléon III and the Empress Eugenie discovered Biarritz and made their home in the city. Those who wanted to be part of their social circle came here from all over Europe in droves, and the city became known as ' the king of beaches and the beaches of kings'. The region around Biarritz offers vacationers everything from golf and scuba diving to horseback riding and paragliding. Spas abound, and night life includes concerts, the casino and the cinema. Nearby there are many sites and museums devoted to prehistory. In addition to the convenience of these wonderful area attractions, guests of Villa le Goëland will enjoy the villa's salons, one of which will soon become a billiard room, and the terraces with breathtaking views from its perfect location right on the Atlantic shore. Three beautifully decorated guest rooms with large en suite bathrooms await visitors -- all the rooms, including the bathrooms, have views of the sea! Each has a king-size bed, but individual single beds can be substituted if requested. Chambre Goëland has a large private terrace and Chambre Ravize a small terrace. Delightful breakfasts of fresh fruit, yogurt, breads and pastries, juice and coffee can be taken on the terrace or in the dining room. The Villa's in-town location makes it ideal for shopping, trying your luck at the casino, enjoying fine restaurants or local bistros, and participating in cultural activities. Your friendly host and hostess, Paul and Elisabeth Daraignez, will make you feel most welcome at their extraordinary and captivating retreat by the sea in the southwestern corner of France. |
| Rooms:
4 doubles or twin, all with en suite bathrooms and ocean views. All
priced per night depending on season.
Prices: Ravize with shower and view of French coast € 130-€ 170; Montebello with 1900 tub and view of Grand Plage, French, Spanish coasts € 160 to € 230; Antxeta with 1900 tub view of old port and Spanish coast € 160 to € 200 (double only); Goëland with view of old port, Spanish coast and large private terrace € 160 to € 280. Extra bed € 30; baby cot/crib free. Dinner is not offered at the villa but excellent restaurants in Biarritz No animals, please. No smoking in the Villa - smoking is permitted on the terraces. Open
all year except for one or two weeks in the winter.
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Directions:
Arriving
by Car: Autoroute A 63, exit 4
Arriving
by Air:
Railway
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Biarritz - 3km from the town center
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