Whether you’re looking for a traditional Basque etxea harking back to the Empire, a custom-designed villa or a spacious apartment, the Basque coast offers a whole host of little gems nestled between mountain and sea.
Single-Storey facing the lake
Hossegor
The orangey tiles of this quiet 165 sq.m (1,776 sq ft) villa blend harmoniously into its peaceful flower-laden grounds. The property also boasts a vast living room opening onto a bright veranda, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a summer kitchen.
Price: €2,300,000
Mountains and marvels
Arbonne
Red woodwork brings a real touch of warmth to the facade of this beautiful home on the mountainside. The interior comprises a 100 sq.m (1,076 sq ft) living room overlooking the infinity pool that flows out towards the valley, along with six bedrooms and a wine cellar. A hectare (2.5 acres) of woodland completes this decidedly Pyrenean picture.
Price: €2,200,000
A pearl of Biarritz
Biarritz
A sophisticated 108 sq.m (1,163 sq ft) apartment in which the light wood of the herringbone parquet reflects the sand on the beach opposite. Beautiful archways connect the master suite, two bedrooms and living room of this luxurious property at the heart of the most fashionable neighbourhood of Biarritz.
Price: €2,405,000
An ocean of happiness
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
This superb 311 sq.m (3,348 sq ft) residence rises above the sea while its extensive grounds back onto the mountains. The living space, featuring terracotta floor tiles, parquet flooring and exposed beams, makes it a great place for hosting, not least because it boasts no fewer than eight bedrooms and a guest house. Still looking for that ultimate touch of luxury? How about a tennis court...
Price: €5,830,000
An imperial dream
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
This 19th-century home reflects the infatuation that the elite of yesteryear had with the Basque coast, the white, black and gold colours of its precious materials bridging the gap between modern minimalism and imperial touches. The property comprises a master suite, a wrought iron balcony facing the bay, a sunny veranda and five bedrooms.
Price: €3,280,000
All eyes seaward
Biarritz
A spectacular 112 sq.m (1,206 sq ft) apartment entirely facing the sea. Step out onto its beautiful arched terrace and your gaze will immediately be drawn to the lighthouse and the ‘pierced rock’ of Biarritz. A living room adorned with mouldings, three bedrooms and three marble bathrooms in which to relax and unwind complete the property.
Price: €2,150,000 (sold)
The glamorous '20s
Biarritz
Just a stone’s throw from the heart of Biarritz, this spectacular property with green half-timbering has sat majestically amid these grounds since 1920. Boasting a stone staircase, fireplaces and chiselled wood bookcases, this rare 600 sqm (6,458 sq ft) property also has nine bedrooms.
Price: €4,670,000
The ultimate in well-being
Anglet
Nestled between the sea and the Chiberta golf course, the geometric spaces that comprise this 300 sq.m (3,229 sq ft) villa house a living room, four bedrooms and a heated pool. The icing on the cake? A rooftop terrace offering breathtaking views of the pine forest.
Price: €3,150,000
Medieval fort
Bayonne
This 14th-century fort peeks out from above the plane trees, concealing within it a Louis XIII staircase, a library and Bidache stone floors that bear witness to the precious history of this unique 500 sq.m (5,382 sq ft) property that also has seven bedrooms and a guest house.
Price: €1,700,000
An eyeful of la Rhune
Bayonne
Buzzing Bayonne right there at your fingertips... This beautiful 180 sq.m (1,938 sq ft) apartment overlooking the cathedral and La Rhune (Larrun) has a very welcoming feel and comprises a living room with kitchen that’s great for bringing people together, as well as a master suite complete with dressing room, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a shower room.
Price: €855,000 (sold)
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