Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
A spacious pretty 1930s property, Villa Cigale retains many traditional features and, set in a large garden with a sunny south-west facing aspect, is a wonderfully light and airy home.
Villa Cigale offers superb accommodation for a relaxing beach vacation, and just 80 meters from the front door is one of the loveliest beaches in the region!
Stroll northwards down the Boulevard de l’ Ocean or along the beach into Pyla, Moulleau village and Cap Péreire to enjoy the local restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. Or head south along the beach to the Dune de Pyla - at the summit, the view is spectacular of the ocean coast, the inlet of the Bay, the large pine forest, Cap Ferret and, when the sky is very clear, the Pyrenees Range.
Due to excellent access to major routes, Pyla sur Mer is also an ideal base from which to explore the spectacular Arcachon Basin & Cap Ferret, Bordeaux, St. Emillion, the Medoc, Biarritz & the Pyrenees Atlantiques.
Villa Cigale is our “chez-nous en France”, the delights of which we wish to share with you.
Villa Cigale
..... and only 80 meters from the villa!
Double bedroom en suite
Double bedroom ensuite
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Gironde region
In Gironde, the Atlantic Ocean encounters the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. On this land, where the Bordeaux vineyards have been blossoming for centuries, the architecture shows signs of a prestigious past, and together with a mutitude of natural wonders, lies waiting to be discovered.
The way of life in the South West is a combination of festivities, tradition and gastronomy in a land of contrast and cultures. The great open spaces will be a change of scene for the more adventurous types.
The Arcachon Basin and Cap Ferret live to the rhythm of the tides and are a centre for oyster farming. The bay is a like a small inland sea; each summer it celebrates the Oyster Festival, with tasting sessions, fêtes, music, dinner dances and firework displays to light up the bay in true Gironde festive tradition. Standing opposite one another, the Banc d’Arguin sandbank and the Dune du Pyla are always astonishingly beautiful. The bay is a natural home for birds - especially the Ile aux Oiseaux, a fragile, protected island providing a refuge for dozens of species.
The proximity of the ocean and the influence of the Gulf Stream warm the coastline. Winters are mild (5-7°C in January) and frosts are very rare. The summers with temperatures of 19-21° July - August are very bearable, and the ocean water has the same temperature, making swimming a real pleasure....there is plenty of sunshine!
Whether you want to relax on the beach, walk, cycle, engage in water sports, or to visit the atmospheric towns and cities near by, Pyla really is a perfect base for your holiday.
Pyla-sur-Mer area
The Arcachon Basin is a wedge along the Atlantic Coast with magnificent beaches of miles of fine sand and acres of pine forest. The opening of the Basin lies between the Dune du Pyla and Cap Ferret.
On the southern edge of the Basin is the highest dune in Europe, the great Dune du Pyla - one of the most famous natural phenomena in the southern areas of France. The Dune is 2500m long and 500m wide, and reaches a height of 107m. At the summit, the view is spectacular with the ocean coast, the inlet of the Bay, the large pine forest, Cap Ferret and, when the sky is very clear, the Pyrenees Range.
Pyla village is a 3-4 minute walk from the Villa, offering a grocery store, post office, restaurants, chemist, sailing school and tourist information office.
At Moulleau village - a mere 10 minute stroll from Pyla - there is a host of activities. Restaurants, cafe/bars, boutiques, boat excursions & transbasin ferry rides, bicycle hire, and fishing from the jetty.
Within the Basin there is over 7 km of fine sand beaches. Visit Moulleau Beach or Péreire Beach – both are within easy walking distance of Villa Cigale. Péreire is the longest beach in the Basin with a playground, skate park, cycle track, beach-side promenade, and vast lawns surrounded by pine trees where families play ball games and fly kites.
The "Parc Ornithologique du Teich" nature reserve is a short drive from the Villa, as is "Aqua City" - a thrilling water park that is a great day out. For guests prefering more "tranquil" waters, Cazaux Lake is a short (16km) drive south of Pyla - this is the second largest lake in France, with sailing facilities and pine-tree lined lakeside beaches.
Arcachon itself is a historic seaside resort on the Bay. It was a stroke of genius of two businessmen in the 19th century: the Pereire brothers. In the spring of 1862, the avenues and streets were constructed and a casino and mansions emerged from the sand. Archachon was linked by direct rail to Bordeaux and hence to Paris. Napolean III 's visit and the fashion for taking sea baths created a passion for the town by the aristocracy, the middle class bourgeoisie and the elegant society who flocked to Arcachon.
Arcachon now offers a large variety of sport and leisure… Its greatest assets being sailing and a flair for regattas. It has everything: a water-sports centre, a sailing school, a yacht club; competitive fishing, diving and boat rides in the bay…
Since June 2001, a thalassotherapy and 3*** hotel complex has been built in the heart of the Péreire district, a 5 minute drive from the Villa. The complex offers tailor-made courses of treatment, with or without accommodation, treatment programmes (massages, hydrotherapy, bio marine courses.), relaxation and fitness areas, beauty areas.
The gastronomy of the Bay of Arcachon is a delicious mix of products from the sea and the land. On the tables of Arcachon seafood and fish sit beside foie gras and duck’s breasts with the added spice of Iberia. Wines from neighbouring Bordeaux, with their wide palette of aroma and colours, complete these gastronomic delights.
The culinary specialities of Arcachon are fish based and are dependent on the fishing seasons. Seafood is not outdone: whelks, prawns, crabs, velvet swimming and spider crabs, cockles, queen scallops and clams are plentiful. Oyster is eaten all year round, more often than not, served raw with crepinettes (small local flat sausages), with vinegared shallot onions. Whether raw in a marinade or cooked in a vegetable sauce, eaten hot, on skewers, in a gratin or even stuffed, the recipes and gourmets are plentiful, as are the restaurants in Arcachon.
How to get there
BMI Baby has great offers from Birminham Internatonal and Manchester Airports into Bordeaux (Merignac Airport). British Airways flies from London Gatwick into Bordeaux, and FlyBe from Southampton.
Arrange a car hire from the airport with Budget, Hertz or Sixt. It is a straightforward drive 65 km (approx 45 minutes) to Pyla-sur-Mer along the A630-A63-A660.
[Route map available on request].
Alternatively take the Navette(coach) from Bordeaux Airport to Bordeaux Train Station and then the train to Arcachon. Immediately outside the station is the bus stop. The Route 1 service stops outside the Villa at stop "Rossignol".
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bordeaux Merignac: 67 km
Railway:
Arcachon: 5 km
Activities near Pyla-sur-Mer
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, Swing set
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Set back off the Boulevard de l’ Ocean in 1,200 square meters of garden Villa Cigale enjoys a sunny south-west facing aspect.
Off the garden path, the front steps lead up to a patio (9 m2) and the front door which opens onto a corridor that runs the length of the Villa’s raised ground floor. In 2006 we refurbished the latter throughout - our aim was to combine traditional features of the 1930 Villa with a clean, simple decor to achieve the “beach” look we love.
In a clockwise direction from the front door, the Villa is laid out as follow:
The first room to the left is the light airy Living Room (16 m2), equipped with TV, DVD/CD player, VCR. Traditional French doors open onto the patio – making a great space to socialise or “chill out” at any time during the day or evening.
The next room on the left is the Kitchen (10 m2) fully fitted with dishwasher, gas/electric hob, electric cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, preparation table, and all the cooking utensils / crockery you would expect in a well equipped holiday home.
Next to the kitchen is a staircase leading down the lower ground floor and the “just back from the beach” shower room. There is also direct access into the Garage where the washing machine is located, and an additional water tap / hose point for outside use.
The last room on the left of the Villa is a “children’s” bedroom with two sets of bunk beds (sleeps 4) and plenty of drawer space. The brightly coloured room overlooks the rear garden terrace and benefits from its location at the rear of the villa – being quiet and cool in the evenings – ideal for helping to get children to sleep!. The room has an ensuite shower room with washbasin and bidet, and is also adjoining the W.C.
Moving to the rear right hand side of the Villa is one of two master bedrooms. The cool airy “blue” bedroom (16 m2) overlooks the garden to the east and south enjoying the morning & early afternoon sun. It features a double bed, generous hanging/drawer space and is ensuite (6.3 m2) with shower W.C. bidet & washbasin.
The dining room is next (14 m2) with seating for ten guests. The room is south facing and opens onto a covered patio (6 m2) –yet another great spot to relax and enjoy an early morning cup of coffee before breakfast.
The second master bedroom (16 m2) – the “rose” room – overlooks the garden to the south and west, and again is bright and airy. The room features a double bed, generous hanging/drawer space and is ensuite with bath, bidet & basin (6.3 m2).
Further details outdoors: The Villa is surrounded on three sides to the east, south & west by 1200 m2 of garden.
The west facing front patio is an ideal location for enjoying the late afternoon sun and an evening aperitif or sundowner.
The rear garden terrace is typically bathed in sun from morning until late afternoon when guests may move to the front patio to enjoy the setting sun. Comfortable steamers and recliners are provided with well-padded cushions, and there is a dining table seating ten guests with a large parasol (6 m2) for those “really” hot days.
Further details
During June, July and August arrival and departure is only possible on Saturdays (Exceptions may be possible with prior agreement at the time of booking).
Conditions
A well-behaved dog is allowed but should be confined to the garden & lower ground floor areas and sorry, no cats. Strictly no smoking except on the balcony. (Owner's 8 year old child is allergic and asthmatic).
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Off Peak
11 Feb 08
1 Jun 08
1000£ 794
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1 Jun 08
29 Jun 08
1720£ 1,365
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29 Jun 08
13 Jul 08
2406£ 1,910
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13 Jul 08
24 Aug 08
2750£ 2,183
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24 Aug 08
31 Aug 08
2406£ 1,910
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31 Aug 08
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1720£ 1,365
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1 Oct 08
31 May 09
1000£ 794
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. . Rates include all utilities i.e. electricity, gas, water (metered).
Property agent "Lamy le Moulleau" is the key holder and local contact / representative.
The Owners will confirm date availability upon receipt of an Enquiry. Following this all reservations will be contracted & handled via Lamy le Moulleau and their Terms & Conditions will apply.
Lamy will send potential guests detailed T&Cs which include a deposit to confirm the reservation (i.e. 25% of the Rental, the balance of 75% being due on/before arrival) and a 25% refundable security bond against loss/damage/excessive cleaning.
Lamy offer supplementary services which guests may purchase direct e.g. a housekeeper daily / weekly, chef.
A small weekly charge is made for linen hired from Lamy.
Lamy can also arrange on request for a housekeeper @15 Euros p/h to clean the Villa whilst guests are resident, and / or upon departure. [Please note: a deduction will be made from the security bond for Cleaning if the Villa is not adequately cleaned at departure].
All visitors over 13 years are required to pay a French Government "visitors tax" of 0.75 Euro per night. Lamy will charge guests and submit this tax to the authorities.
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 31828
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Name:
Christine Bayley
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Advertiser joined: 25 Jun 2007 This property added: 25 Jun 2007
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