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Gironde holiday villa rentals, cottages, villas with pools, rental accommodation, vacation lets, gites, self-catering holidays. Ranging from a 4 bedroom villa with pool for 7 people in Lege Cap Ferret to a superb villa for people with direct access to the sea in the highly desirable Gironde resort of Cap Ferret.

The Gironde area of the Aquitaine region of France is one of the wealthiest regions of France with a long history of producing and trading in wine (now it is part of Nouvelle Aquitaine). This is reflected in much of the local architecture and culture.

The Gironde coast provides a permanent ongoing spectacle. Sea fisherman, birdwatchers and holidaymakers share this natural landscape all year long. The bay of Arcachon and Cap Ferret live by the rhythm of the tide.

The Pyla sand dune, the highest in Europe is climbed by tradition, each year by local families and tourists alike to attain the grandiose views over the sea, the bay and the forest of the Landes.

Throughout the year there are tastings, fairs, balls, dinner dances and fireworks displays enlivening the bay. Beautiful villas, many with gardens giving directly on to the sea, like at Lanton, allow holidaymakers to fully enjoy the natural riches of the sweet smelling pine forests, coastal walks, salty tides and oyster fishing ports. Each year there is the Oyster festival.

Inland are many fine "chateau" and large country properties which are worth visiting.

Gironde travel

There are direct flights to Bordeaux Merignac airport (BOD) from London and most regional UK airports.

Gironde weather

The climate in the Gironde is warm and mild year round. From May to September it is ideal for family holidays with children as it is lovely and sunny with relatively little rain.

Rent a holiday villa in the Aquitaine Gironde for a sophisticated seaside vacation in a location where you can enjoy some of the best restaurants and finest food and wine in France.