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Summary
Appartement
du Bassin
is situated in an attractive Arcachon-style villa, converted into
3 apartments, including this two bedroom one on the first floor.
(See also 107 Les
Embruns.) It is comfortably furnished and a good size, with
views of the Arcachon Bay under 100m away from the terrace. With
the town and beach within walking distance, the local cycle trail
passing just 50m away (bikes can be hired nearby), the foot-ferry
to Cap Ferret a short walk away, and the train station less than
5 minutes' taxi ride, you don't even need a car! A great base
for discovering a lovely, distinctive corner of south West France.
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Key
Facts :
| Nearest
town : |
Arcachon
(centre 200m away) |
| Type
of location : |
Street
just off town centre |
| No.
of bedrooms : |
Two:
two double bedrooms |
| Sleeping
capacity : |
4 |
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No.
of bathrooms : |
2:
1 bathroom, 1 shower room |
| Style
of property : |
Apartment
in converted Arcachon-style villa |
| Quality
guide : |
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| Prices
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Heating
is extra out of season. (Please ask for details if required.)
Security deposit - 750 Euros (or sterling equivalent) paid
prior to arrival and returned within 21 days of departure,
unless there are damage, breakage or extra cleaning costs
to settle.
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deposits and insurance |
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Linen
Arrangements : |
Bed
linen & bathroom towels provided, weekly change included. |
| Cleaning
Arrangements : |
You
are expected to leave the apartment clean and tidy on departure.
» Read important information about cleaning |
| Arrival
& Departure : |
Arrive
between 4-6 pm and depart by 10am. Changeover day is Saturday
in the high season.
» Read important information about
arrivals
& departures
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Nearest
beach : |
Arcachon
beach 100m |
| Nearest
boulangerie : |
Arcachon
centre (200m) |
| Nearest
airport : |
Bordeaux
50-60 mins; Biarritz and Bergerac - 2hrs
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| Nearest
ferry port : |
St
Malo (8 hours) |
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Swimming
pool : |
No |
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Facilities
& Equipment : |
Oven,
hob, microwave, TV, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine |
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Suitability
for children : |
Limited
because available beds are both doubles, but proximity of
beach and town centre (and all its activities) make the location
very attractive. |
| Suitability
for infants : |
Fine
- no internal stairs in the apartment; bath available; buggy
can be stored in shared hall. For cot & high chair please
enquire. |
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Things
to see & do : |
Beach
days, strolling, shopping, swimming, cycling , surfing, sailing,
fishing, forest walks, nature. Visit bassin d'Arcachon
& Cap Ferret, oyster-farming villages, Médoc
vineyards. Shopping, dining & culture in Bordeaux. |
| House
'rules' : |
No
smoking in the house. (Pets are permitted.) |
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Location: Map
Ref B3
Les Embruns is located on Arcachon's boulevard de la Plage in
the Ville d'Eté, about 200m west of the Jetée Thiers.
This is just off Arcachon centre, and less than 50m from the cycle
trail which runs parallel to the sea-front.
The nearest airport is Bordeaux (50-60 minutes drive); St Malo
ferry port is approx. 8 hours drive. TGV trains run to Bordeaux's
St Jean station, from where a local connection serves Arcachon
station, about 20 minutes walk from the apartments.
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Accommodation
The apartment building is set back approx. 20m from the pavement,
and is screened by trees. There is reserved, off-road parking
for one car at the rear of the building.
The apartment entrance is at first-floor level from a shared
hallway. The entrance door leads into a short hallway which
opens out into a living/dining area with open-plan kitchen comprising:
dining table (seating 4), sitting area with TV, plus well-equipped
open-plan kitchen - oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher &
washing machine.
French doors from the living room open on to a small terrace
(approx. 10m2) with garden table & chairs for 4; there are
background views to the bay approx. 100m away. (A neighbouring
property is partially in the foreground.)
Two double bedrooms, plus a smart bathroom and separate shower
room, are located off the living area.
Total interior surface area of the apartment is 63m2.
In
all, Appartement du Bassin offers convenient, well-equipped
self-catering accommodation for couples or families looking
to discover a special corner of south west France.
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Availability
& Prices :
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Prices are for up to 4, including linen
and towels.
> There is also a refundable security deposit of 750 EUR.
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How
To Book :
STEP 1.
Check availability. NB Website availability is refreshed
daily but not "live" so please contact us to confirm availability.
Call 0870 6092845 or email us
Once we have confirmed availability we can normally hold a property
for up to 48 hours if you need to confer with friends or family).
STEP 2.
Call or email us
if you want to go ahead and make a provisional booking.
STEP 3.
To confirm a provisional booking we need, within 5 working days,
your completed Booking Form and your deposit payment of 35%.
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Local
Guide:
Arcachon and its districts
See our Arcachon
Visitor Guide
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!
Less well-known are Arcachon's southern districts such as Pereire
and Le Moulleau, both a short bike-ride
or free bus-journey from les Embruns. Both offer quieter beaches
than those found in central Arcachon and, for those with smaller
children and a lot of equipment, easier car-parking. Pereire beach
(2kms from the apartment) is regarded by locals as the most picturesque
around.
Back into Arcachon, stroll along the seafront - at night you'll
see Cap Ferret's Phare (lighthouse) shining across the bay, a
beautiful, romantic sight. A short walk through the Parc
Mauresque is the delightful Ville d’Hiver
(Winter Town), well worht exploring for its fabulous collection
of eclectic villas. The Parc Mauresque offers plenty of shade
to cool off in the shade, and a chance to watch the locals play
petanques and enjoy the view over to the Ville d'Eté (the
summer town, the main resort district of Arcachon) below and to
the sea beyond. A fascintaing walk leads from the Parc to the
'Belvedere', a viewing platform with magnificent
360 degree views of the town.
Beyond Arcachon
See our Guide to the
Bassin d'Arcachon
Ferries run from Arcachon and Le Moulleau to 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 5 kms south of Arcachon, 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.
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).
The Basin is also home to wide variety of birdlife and consequently
is a popular birdwatching destination. In fact, there are birdwatching
reserves at nearby Parc Ornotholiqique du Teich
and Ile aux Oiseaux (Bird Island) in the basin
which can be visited by boats that depart from the Arcachon
jetties.
As a change from the sea-side, a little further down the coast
there is bathing in Sanguinet and Biscarrosse
lakes - with no ocean currents to worry about and the forest
setting providing plenty of shelter, these are especially popular
with families with young children.
If you’re feeling completely ‘beached out’
why not take the opportunity to explore some of the region’s
vineyards, such as Margaux, Lafite
or Mouton Rothschild.
Golfers
are spoilt for choice; there are two great courses nearby, at
Arcachon International and Gujan Mestras
(the latter has been used on the European PGA Tour). There are
numerous cycle tracks, and opportunities for horse-riding. For
children, Zooland and Aqualand
are nearby.
The
city of Bordeaux is an hour away and is a good
option for a day-trip, whether it’s boutique shopping,
sight-seeing or culture. Walking around the 18th century old
town centre (Quartier St. Pierre), you can begin to imagine
the city’s commercial and maritime past.
For further information try the links below. Please note that
we cannot be held responsible for the content of third party
sites.
Alternative Aquitaine's
Guide to the Bassin d'Arcachon
Arcachon Tourist
Office
Bordeaux
Tourist Office
Gironde
Tourist Office
Wines of Bordeaux
French National
Tourist Board
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