18th C House, Own Pool, Mountain, River Views, peaceful and private.

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Pyrenees Atlantiques, Pays Basque, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Le Château des Enigmes10 min drive
Chateau de Sauveterre12 min drive
Thermes de Salies-de-Bearn19 min drive
Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The house is situated on the edge of the Basque Country, in the foot hills of the Pyrenees. The country side is green and rolling with the mountains as a back drop. Climate is very mild all year around, sunny and hot in the summer. Gestas is a tiny hamlet very quiet and private near the wonderful Gave des saisons, a mountain river well known for salmon and trout fishing; you can swim in the river during the summer. The house seats in a Mature garden and hedges insure maximum privacy. Original features have been kept, they include a large stone fireplace, beautiful 17th century staircase and lovely original wooden floors. Bathrooms and kitchen have been build in the extension to the house therefore not upsetting the original character of the property. A wisteria covered pergola at the back of the house Leeds towards the swimming pool and the garden. It has garden and pool furniture, a dining table and chairs and a BBQ. The Medieval towns of Sauveterre and Salies de Bearn are on the door step. Enjoy lovely walks in the Basque country with its fantastic scenery, or try a section of the Camino de Santiago. Trips to the seaside (Saint jean de Luz, Biarritz 55mn) and mountain (Pau, Lourdes 1Hr) as well as a visit to the Guggenheim museum in Bilbao are highly recommended. Rafting in the summer, skiing in the winter 65mn) .
The house awaits you. You will have a lovely and serene time.

Property manager

Vincent Dane

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Gestas

Located in Gestas, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Navarrenx Golf Club and Thermes de Salies-de-Bearn are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lindt Chocolate Factory and Boutique Lindt Oloron. Aventure Parc Aramits and La Pecherie d'Aurit are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Pyrenees Atlantiques, Pays Basque, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

What's nearby

Le Château des Enigmes - 10 min drive
Chateau de Sauveterre - 12 min drive
Thermes de Salies-de-Bearn - 19 min drive
Lindt Chocolate Factory - 33 min drive
St-Jean-Pied-de-Port Citadel - 47 min drive

Getting around

Puyoô Station - 28 min drive
Pau (PUF-Pau - Pyrenees) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

La Terrasse du Gave - 10 min drive
Jean Haget - 8 min drive
Auberge du Cheval Blanc - 9 min drive
Auberge Claverie - 13 min drive
Gastronomie Gasconne - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 18th C House, Own Pool, Mountain, River Views, peaceful and private. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 18th C House, Own Pool, Mountain, River Views, peaceful and private. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chloe B.

30 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely country house

This was a great house for us, we had a lovely time, really relaxing, Vincent was great, when we knew we were not going to arrive until late on Saturday evening he made sure there were essential provisions for us, milk, bread, eggs,butter,etc and beer, which was a big help, Vincent if you are driving through and need some where to stop we would be more than happy to put you up, thanks for a great holiday

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna P., Brooklyn, NY, USA

26 Jul 2017

Stunning House Outside Quaint French Country Village in Southwest France

Sure there's Nice, Cannes, Provence and all the name brand places in the south of France. And then there's the Pays Basques in the southwest near Spain. If you want to get away in beautiful country with rolling fields of sunflowers in the foothills of the Pyrenees, come here. And stay at this house. The property is exactly as advertised. Our kids played for hours in the yard, jumping in and out of the pool while we lounged close by. When we wanted an outing, there was plenty to do, from evening dinners at fabulous restaurants in nearby Salies de Bearn and Sauveterre to day trips into Biarritz and San Sebastian. We could have done more (the Pyrenees are only about an hour away), but everyone was so happy we'd stayed close to home, exploring nearby villages and even the river behind the house with pools that even little swimmers can enjoy. My husband and I traveled with our 8-year old son and rented the house together with friends who have a 5 and and 8-year old. There was really something for everyone, from the runners among us, to the loungers, readers, and swimmers. Property owners can make all the difference with places like this. Vincent, the owner, is perfectly attentive without being intrusive. The place is beautifully maintained. And Vincent's a wonderful resource - willing to share restaurant ideas, to where to spa or find local markets to stock up on croissants. This place is a real gem. Don't miss it.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Simone d.

24 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely week

What a wonderful week we had. The house is very quiet in a small village, first stores about 15 minutes away. The house is fully equipped and was very much to our liking in terms of style and appearance. Because of the beautiful weather we actually only sat outside in the lovely garden with ditto pool. Vincent had sent us all information in advance including great tips for restaurants. In addition, he shared nice suggestions during our visit. Vincent is a very nice host, many thanks for that! It is a wonderful place to rest and to make nice trips to both nature and cities. In short: we enjoyed it very much!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gilles P.

12 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très agréable

Deux semaines dépaysantes et très reposantes. Calme absolu ! Maison coquette, beaucoup d’espaces et piscine très agréable. Et sans oublier l’accueil et la gentillesse de Vincent. Nous recommandons !

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coen C.

22 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking near St. Jean Pied en Port

We have had a great time at the beautiful cottage of Vincent. He was really nice and helpful. The house, pool and garden are really nice. You have to see it for yourself! From Gestas we organized several trips to medieval towns and nice and serious walks in the mountains.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vincent Dane

I am an interior designer and product design consultant. I have lived in London for a great many years. I purchase the house in 1990 and used it for a long while as my summer place.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property because I needed a place to go on holidays, away from the crowds and in the middle of the most gorgeous country side.
The sea ant the mountains, beautiful scenery what else?