Holidays to France are a perennial favourite with British families with the Aquitaine region in the South-West proving the perfect destination for school-age families.  Boasting safe beaches and bathing lakes for little ones, a multitude of cycle paths, temperate climate and a whole spectrum of adventures and activities to appeal to all members of the family, Aquitaine is a vast outdoor playground ready to be explored. 

 

Experts in this alluring region of France, Alternative Aquitaine have been helping to provide all of the elements that make a successful family holiday for over 13 years, with their indepth knowledge and portfolio of more than 200 holiday properties. With plenty of villas to choose from across the price spectrum, there are a handful that stand out as firm favourites and over school holiday dates tend to book very quickly, so here is a rundown of the most popular Aquitaine family properties for 2017 :

FAMILY VILLAS WITH PRIVATE POOLS 

Domaine d'Orx, near Hossegor - Renovated in a modern style but still retaining a rustic French farmhouse feel this villa amongst the cornfields is a beautiful setting for a relaxing holiday with plenty of outdoor space and just a short 15 minute drive to the buzzing coastal towns and beaches.

Sleeps 10 - Prices for July / August start at £2499 per week 

La Joliette , Oloron Set Marie- Elegant yet informal La Joliette delivers the whole package - superb accommodation, high spec, privacy and outstanding views over the mountains from its hill-top position. A beautifully preserved and renovated historical grand house spread over 4 levels, there is plenty of outdoor space, a large heated pool, outside dining and games room. 

Sleeps 8 - Prices for July / August start at £1995 per week 

SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH…

Villa la Piste, Capbreton - Just a 300m walk to the beach at Capbreton and a little further to the amenities of the local village, this pretty villa boasts an enclosed garden and fenced pool and is close-by to cool town of Hossegor, always a popular spot for teens and surfers.
Sleeps 7 - Prices for July / August start at £1890 per week 

Villa les Bruyeres, Capbreton - With its generously sized heated pool and hot tub for ultimate relaxation, this beach house is very well equipped for a seaside holiday with only a 5 minute walk over the dunes to the sea.

Sleeps 6 - Prices for July / August start at £2366 per week 

FOR FAMILIES SHARING…

Le Luc, Near Biarritz - This charming, authentic 18th century French manoir, Le Luc is particularly popular with larger groups of friends and family, especially those with young kids who can have an attic “dorm room” to themselves.  There is a large, heated swimming pool and a housekeeper and cook can be arranged to make a stay here even more relaxing.

Sleeps 21 - Prices for July / August start at £2954 per week 

VIP VILLAS…

Le Vignau, near Hossegor -  Sophisticated and high-end , this truly exceptional renovation provides a level of comfort and design, created with families in mind and rarely seen in holiday home accommodation. Above all it is convivial - le Vignau is a genuinely luxurious and relaxing villa rental, ideal for clients seeking highly contemporary accommodation, facilities and equipment, plenty of space and tranquility with its own pool and outdoor cooking area.

Sleeps 12 - Prices for July / August start at £4543 per week 

Villa Azkaine, Ascain - A unique holiday villa celebrating the sympathetic use of natural materials and traditional craftsmanship with touches of modern luxury. Perfect for families or groups wanting a secluded, high quality holiday home away from the crowds, but with the beaches and restaurants of the Basque coast in easy reach. 
Sleeps 12 - Prices for July / August start at £4067 per week 

 

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