Basque villa for sale in Biarritz |
Unique location next to Lake Mouriscot and its 300 hectares of unspoiled nature  a 10 minute walk away from the beaches, 20 minutes from central Biarritz
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Location and environment
- a 20 minute walk from central Biarritz
- 5 mn car ride to Biarritz airport
- 5 mn ride to A63 motorway (to Paris/Spain)
- 30 km from the Spanish border
- 50 km from the Pyrenees ski resorts
- 100 km from Pau
- 200 km from Bordeaux
- 500 km from Madrid
The villa is adjacent to the Françon Estate and Villa Mouriscot that once was home to the engagement party of Alfonso XIII of Spain. The Magnan Estate, still the property of the Spanish royals, and the Ilbarritz Castle are both closeby.
In the immediate vicinity
Lake Mouriscot
5 minute walk from the villa
Exceptional protected natural area, of which 68 hectares are open to the public: lake with pontoons, walkways, bike paths, streams, ponds and meadows.
Biarritz horse riding centre
5 minute walk from the villa
Two large yards including one roofed, two stables, one equestrian ring, one riding arena, etc. 35 horses and 5 poneys and shetlands. 9 equestrian disciplines available.
Lake Marion
10 minute walk from the villa
Close to the town centre, a natural area of 20 ha with a 5 ha water body: lake with pontoons, oak forest, network of walkways, 3000 m² large playground...
Françon estate
5 minute walk from the villa
19th century castle of which several parts (grounds, lodge, stable, interiors...) are registered as historical monuments. Now used as a reception area.
Ilbarritz golf centre
10 minute walk from the villa
International golf training centre providing 13 training workshops with various difficulty levels. Challenging 9-hole course par 32, overlooking the ocean (2176 m).
Ilbarritz castle
10 minute walk from the villa
Built between 1894 and 1907 in nearby Bidart. Several parts are now registered as historical monuments : façade, roofs, organ hall, entrance stairway.
In Biarritz
Rocher de la Vierge (Rock of the Holy Virgin)
20 minute walk from the villa
Biarritz' natural headland and most famous landmark named after its statue, with great views over the town and the entire coast to the Pyrenees.
Russian Orthodox church
20 minute walk from the villa
St Alexander Nevsky and Protection of the Mother of God church was built in 1890 in front of the Grande Plage (central beach). It houses the local Russian Orthodox association of worship.
Sea museum
20 minute walk from the villa
On a site covering over 7000 m², the North Atlantic, Caribbean and Indo-Pacific visiting areas offer aquariums, tanks, educational programmes, thematic and multimedia tours...
Beaches
20 minute walk from the villa
5 beautiful natural beaches (lifeguards from May/June through Sept.) all bearing the public health eco label "Démarche qualité des eaux de baignade" (Bathing water quality policy). Family beaches, popular surf spots, etc.
Biarritz casino
20 minute walk from the villa
English roulette, blackjack, Texas Hold'em Poker... Over 200 slot machines. 3 restaurants, 2 bars.
Hôtel du Palais
20 minute walk from the villa
One of the most prestigious French palaces, awarded with the coveted "Distinction Palace" label. Directly next to the Grande Plage (central beach). Façades and roofs are registered historical monuments.
Ocean and surf museum
20 minute walk from the villa
The 3800 m² museum opened in 2011 and explores ocean life and coastal environment. Galleries, educational programmes, multimedia projects, café and restaurant.
Imperial chapel
20 minute walk from the villa
Lovely chapel built in 1864 for Napoleon III and now a registered historical monument. The style blends Roman-Byzantine with Hispano-Moorish elements.
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