Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Sat
Access:
Car advised
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Very comfortable child friendly house situated peacefully in open countryside on the edge of the tiny village of Caupenne. The patio by the newly refurbished 12m pool has a built-in barbecue , making an ideal setting for dining al fresco as the sun sets over the cornfields.
The rural night sky has astonishing clarity; very atmospheric for a late-night swim in water softly lit by underwater lighting. Breakfast in the morning sun on the herb garden patio at the front of the house is relaxing and feels very French.
The pool is safety alarmed. The garden has plenty of room for badminton or football. With an enormous sitting room and games room with table tennis table, La Croutz is ideal for families or groups. The huge open log fire, selection of DVDs, books and board games makes for superb evenings in, or there are excellent restaurants nearby.
With its interior space and substantial garden, it is easy to either have some peaceful time alone or gather together as a group.
La Croutz. Terrace to right, under tree catches sun in mornings. Perfect for breakfast.
Cool drink by the pool, anyone?
Bedroom 2. Looking to mezzanine.
Patio at front of house- brilliant for breakfast.
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Landes region
Whether you want to relax by the pool with a cool drink, or visit the exciting towns and cities of Landes near by, this is a perfect base for your holiday. Biarritz or the smaller Capbreton and Hossegor, with their street cafes and long golden beaches are within easy reach by car, as is Pau with its fine buildings.
Spain is less than an hour's drive, so close enough to pop across for lunch (and supplies of rioja). There is a distinctive Spanish influence locally, giving an eclectic mix of style. Stunning beaches with fabulous surfing, sailing or lazing at Biarritz are 45 min away, with chic St Jean de Luz a short drive further on for a long lunch.
The climate is wonderful, essentially year round which is why many homes do not have central heating. May, June September and October are particularly fine, warm enough to be out side enjoying the countryside and just being in France, but without the higher temperatures of the Summer months.
With our cool, shuttered stone built house and pool, we are set for a long Spring- Autumn season, with the huge open log fire to welcome you home on a Winter evening.
Dax area
Caupenne is a 3min drive , or a bit longer jog away from the house. There is a village shop; also a local well stocked supermarket, local caves office de tourism and plentiful restaurants some of which within easy cycling distance. A terrific wine cave is a 10 min meander away, as is the larger supermarket with fresh bread, pains au raisin, pains au chocolate etc.
Masses of sports are available within easy striking, including golf, tennis, cycling, horse riding, canoeing, whitewater rafting, go-karting, even an olympic sized swimming pool. Dax (25 min), famous for being a thermal spa, is great for shops, especially Troc which is an Aladdin's cave of very French goods. Dax has a large open air market on Saturday mornings, at which it it traditional to eat oysters with Pastis at 10am (freshly groud coffeee and a croissant is an excellent sub).
Dax en fete: everyone dresses in red and white and takes to the streets for chat, wine, socialising, culminating in an evening of fireworks. Each of the villages also hold a fete in the summer months. The local groups hold dinners, for example the boar hunters, where the meal on tressle tables in the village hall consists of masses of red wine and multiple courses of boar; boar soup, boar stew- you've got the idea. (but skip the boar sorbet).
There are several course landaise arenas. In the winter rugby is a strong sport in the area. Walking and Ski-ing in the Pyrenees from 45k. Restaurants abound, tucked up winding drives, overlooking the river, usually serving our local fine wines with their wonderful food.
How to get there
Cheap flights with Ryanair to Pau airport (52km/20ml) and Biarritz (80km/50ml) deals with Hertz car hire. British Airways and Air France fly to Bordeaux.
Santander and Bilbao in Spain are the nearest car ferry ports, St malo is 700 kms and Caen is 790kms. Cherbourg is 878km.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pau: 52 km
Railway:
Dax: 28 km
Ferry:
St Malo: 709 km
Activities near Dax
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (5), Bathrooms (3), En suite (2), Shower rooms (1), WCs (4)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (6), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 14, Lounge seating for 14, Sleeps maximum of 14
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Welcoming, very comfortable house. Stone walls, so cool in mid-summer.
Stone floors downstairs. Double bedroom on ground floor opposite bathroom. Carpeted throughout upstairs.
Decor charming; modern but in keeping with architecture of house. Gas cooker.
Beds have mattress covers for comfort and hygiene (waterproof available for children's beds)
Further details outdoors: Gazebo Sun loungers Larger than average swimming pool (12m x 6m) Large selection of pool floaties- noodles, boat, lilos, body boards. Water pistols. Boules Badminton net/ volleyball Whirly clothes drier Well planted garden with herb pots on front patio. Paddling pool for kids. Small kids ball pool.
Further details
English house managers/ live close by. They will sort out any problems or help with booking restaurants, sports facilities etc.
Underwater pool lighting. Kids paddling pool.
Welcome pack on arrival with some essentials and a treat or two! Shopping can be purchased to be present on arrival.
Meal can be made available on arrival.
Deposit of £200 or euro equivalent required to secure booking. Up to 15% discount with Brittany Ferries available.
Linen/towels/pool towels use included in price. Wi-fi available at £10 per week; deposit of £30 required for dongle (Sorry- but such a pain to replace!)
Conditions
£350 breakage/damage deposit will be requested, but returned intact if no damage occurs.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
LONG TERM LETS: 26 Sept 2009- 17 April 2010. £1000 per 4 weeks: includes linen but not weekly change or weekly cleaning, nor electricity. Deposit of £200 required for electricity.
All lets on price scale of weekly rates: Linen included. Complimentary linen change at end of each week.
Cleaning service available during stay at extra cost.
5% REDUCTION FOR 2ND CONSECUTIVE WEEK RENTAL
Prices for smaller parties and weekend breaks may be negotiable.
Refundable £200 security deposit required with final balance payment.
We can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP or Euros
Guestbook for La Croutz
"This has been the most relaxing, family friendly holiday we have had so far! We love the pool and the patio, kids inflatables - the kids have had a ball. We would definitely recommend it. Thank you very much x" Mrs D June 2009."
" We had a wonderful time, the house was fantastic and the weather was superb. Spent most of the time by the pool and sampling local produce! Once again thanks for the opportunity of having a superb holiday in your wonderful house." DY 2009.
"I love it here. I would definitely love to come again. Much better than the website!" CF, 2008.
"Just a quick note to say what a great time we had whilst staying at your property, Lacrouts. The weather was very kind to us, meaning we could take full advantage of the magnificent pool, garden, and barbecue facilities." D and R H, 2008
"Everybody had a great time, house was great weather was even better not a drop of rain from when we left to when we returned home." GS 2008
"Great. I had a wonderful holiday." CG, 2008.
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