La Maison de la Prade Hotel, South-West Bordeaux
A 1930's art deco beach building has been transformed into a charming hotel
900m from the hotel is the beach, which boasts 5km of fine sands. Sylvie & Franck Ducousso will welcome you to their tranquil hotel, with its natural forest surroundings.
Original La Maison de la Prade was a purpose built 'summer-camp' and ran as such until 1987. It lay dormant for 20 years, until Sylvie & Franck brought it to transform it into their vision (the only potential buyers that didn't want to knock it down). The hotel now keeps many of it's art deco features, whilst having a modern design to it making it a charming place to stay.
All the rooms are light and ambient with a contemporary style. They either open onto the swimming pool or the pine forest. Every room has an ensuite with walk-in shower.
There is lots to do in the surrounding areas. The Moliets gold course is nearby, and Franck Ducousso (your host) is a professional golf player and can be at your diposal for lessons. South of Landes is a sandy beach which has got good surf and hosts different surf schools. For the horse lovers there is riding at all levels, along the beach or through the forests. Biking and hiking are popular too with lots of paths linking villages and the sea.
The pool
The outdoor pool is heated and bordered with a wood decking with plenty of space for sun loungers.
Things to do nearby
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Zoo de Bordeaux-Pessac
With a varied and interesting mix of wildlife, you can learn about the animals, conservation and about the zoo's research projects, whilst walking amidst the enclosures.
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Magic Surf School, Lacanau
Each session is tailored to the requirements of the participants.
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Arcachon International Golf Course, Arcachon
The course, whose tree lined fairways are set in natural forests of maritime pines, mimosas, oaks and evergreen strawberry bushes, is hilly on the front nine and flatter over the back nine with several water hazards.
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Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion
After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.
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Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion
100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.
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Golf du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian Medoc
Created in 1989, the Golf du Médoc offers 2 remarkable 18-hole courses: Les Châteaux and Les Vignes.
Restaurants nearby
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La Grand'Vigne Restaurant, Martillac
Chef Nicolas Masse offers in this restaurant a combination of traditional French cuisine, made with fresh seasonal ingredients from the southwest sourced from local producers, with unusual influences from all around the world. His creations can be paired with a large selection of wines, by the counsel of head sommelier Aurélien Farouil.
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Pierre Gagnaire Restaurant
Situated in a gorgeous white stone townhouse built in the classical style of the late 19th century, this restaurant is part of the joint project of Bernard Magrez, owner of various wineries in the Bordeaux area, and Pierre Gagnaire.
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Hostellerie de Plaisance Restaurant, Saint Emilion
This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.
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Le Pressoir d'Argent Restaurant
Situated in the luxurious surroundings of Le Grand Hotel de Bordeaux, this restaurant offers diners an elegant yet intimate restaurant styled in a palette of mauve and orange with a handcrafted marquetry floor.
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Au Pique Assiette Restaurant, Arcachon
Situated just 100 metres from the beach, this restaurant offers a menu full of traditional French dishes made with fresh seasonal ingredients. There is also a small wooden terrace.
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Le Bo Site Restaurant, Arcachon
This restaurant enjoys a wonderful location by the beautiful Lac de Cazaux. There is a very pleasant terrace on the beach where they serve local delicacies, as well as tapas and snacks.
Nightlife nearby
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Bar a vin
One of the best places to taste wines from the Bordeaux region. Located on the ground floor of the headquarters of the Conseil Interprofessionel du Vin de Bordeaux, the bar's team is very knowledgeable and passionate. They give tasting advice, extensive information on the grapes and suggestions for matching food and wine.
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Aux Quatre Coins du Vin Bar
Centrally located, this bar offers a large selection of wines, especially French but also from other parts of the world. Customers can taste them through a self-service method, and they can be accompanied by regional delicatessen.
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La Ligne Rouge Bar
Situated at the foot of the historical Porte Cailhau, this bar has a list of more than 100 wines. They are focused on international products as well as some lesser-known wines from Bordeaux.
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La Conserverie-Converserie Bar
This bar has an old-fashioned decoration that creates a very warm atmosphere. Their wine list includes many French references, as well as from other parts of the world. They can be enjoyed in their cosy interior or the patio, accompanied by selections of local delicatessen.
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Casino d'Arcachon, Arcachon
The beautiful building of Chateau Deganne was converted in 1904 into a casino. In the early twentieth century Paris and Bordeaux bourgeoisie came to spend the summer in Arcachon. Thus the town had to create distractions - a casino.
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Le Caillou
A diverse music programming that showcases some of the best local and national talent in jazz, music of the World, blues and many other expressions.
Beaches nearby
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Dune du Pilat Beach
Belonging to the coastal dunes of Aquitaine, it's a single dune that is always moving and is in fact the tallest sand dune in Europe.
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Plage du Moulleau Beach, Arcachon
This area offers great views further down the west coast to the nature reserve of banc d'Arguin and the Great Dune of Pyla.
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Plage Oceane de l'Horizon Beach
This beach is actually supervised during the busy summer months, although you will find that most of the Atlantic beaches are not.
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Plage des Abatilles Beach, Arcachon
A wide walkway and promenade borders this beautiful beach. There are numerous things to do including games for children, surfing, beach volleyball and of course it's a great setting near the doors to the Atlantic ocean.
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Plage Pereire Beach, Arcachon
This is by far the largest and better known of the Arcachon beaches, stretching some 3km in length with wonderful views over to the chic town of Cap-Ferret and the peninsula beaches.
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Plage d'Eyrac Beach, Arcachon
A small, peaceful and tranquil beach that is situated at the entrance to the marina and is the most sheltered of all the beaches around Arcachon due to its location within the basin.
Sights nearby
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Dune du Pilat Beach
Belonging to the coastal dunes of Aquitaine, it's a single dune that is always moving and is in fact the tallest sand dune in Europe.
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Zoo Bassin d'Arcachon
With more than 800 animals, spread across an area of 22 hectares, the zoo offers you the chance to discover extraordinary and rare animals.
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Notre-Dame des Passes, Arcachon
Founded in 1864 this stunning church was built in a Byzantine and Tuscan style and it houses one of the rarest statues of the Virgin of the Advent (the pregnant Virgin) in France.
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Le Phare du Cap-Ferret Museum
Situated a little inland on the peninsula to protect the building from erosion, it was placed there to monitor and protect the numerous vessels entering the basin from the strong ocean currents.
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Maison de L'Huitre Museum (Oyster House), Arcachon
Located in Gujan-Mestras, capital of oyster of Arcachon Bay, Oyster House invites you to discover the art of oyster farming, production techniques and the history of the oyster over centuries.
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Notre Dame Basilica - La Chapelle des Marins, Arcachon
The Shrine of Our Lady of Arcachon was founded by a Franciscan, Father Thomas Illyricus. On January 16, 1624, the chapel Thomas Illyricus was overthrown by a storm.
Golf-clubs nearby
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Lacanau Garden Golf Course, Lacanau
Situated in the heart of the forest between the lake and the ocean, the 18 hole Ardilouse ensures a quiet round in some stunning scenery
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Margaux Garden Golf Course, Margaux
Situated within the ground of the hotel Relais de Margaux Golf & Spa this beautiful course sits on the banks of the Gironde estuary.
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Golf du Medoc Golf Courses, Le Pian Medoc
Created in 1989, the Golf du Médoc offers 2 remarkable 18-hole courses: Les Châteaux and Les Vignes.
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Arcachon International Golf Course, Arcachon
The course, whose tree lined fairways are set in natural forests of maritime pines, mimosas, oaks and evergreen strawberry bushes, is hilly on the front nine and flatter over the back nine with several water hazards.
Towns nearby
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Cap Ferret
This 'spit' separates the Atlantic Ocean from the Arcachon bay and basin. Best known perhaps for its lighthouse, it's also an upmarket resort with many of France's rich and famous having holiday homes here.
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Arcachon
Traditionally the town of Arcachon was popular weekend retreat for those needing to escape the big city of Bordeaux. It has also been associated with a place of health and recovery where people were sent to 'take the air' and recuperate from various ailments at the turn of the 19th century.
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Ile aux Ouiseax
During low tide the island stretches to 16km in circumference but is a mere 5km at high tide. Known for its birds, (hence the name) and also the presence of 'Les Cabanes Tchanquées' - houses on stilts.
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Le Porge
Le Porge Ocean becomes a 'local' beach for the Bordeaux summer holidayers.
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Langon
On the left bank of the Garonne, 50km inland, south east from Bordeaux, Langon is perfectly located for visiting the impressive Château de Roquetaillade and sampling the Sauternes wines to the east and the Entre-Deux-Mers wines to the north.
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Saint-Macaire
The pretty town of Saint-Macaire is a good base for seeing the area around Langon. It dates back to the 1st century AD and grew as a battlement town in the first half of the last millennium.