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The charm of an old sheepfold 5' from Espelette facing the Basque Mountains
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 456 sq m
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Itxassou, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Place, Edmond Rostand Museum-Residence3 min drive
- Place, Le Pas de Roland5 min drive
- Place, Chocolaterie Antton5 min drive
- Airport, Biarritz (BIQ-Pays Basque)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Toilet 1
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The charm of an old sheepfold 5' from Espelette facing the Basque Mountains
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 PETIT animal. Demande d’acceptation préalable.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Possibilité de fumer sur la terrasse
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Itxassou
Located in Itxassou, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Edmond Rostand Museum-Residence and La Maison Labourdine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Aquazone and Ttiki Leku. Travelling with kids? Consider Bayonne Botanical Garden and DIDAM. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.

Itxassou, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
What's nearby
- Edmond Rostand Museum-Residence - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Makhila Ainciart Bergara - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
- Le Pas de Roland - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Chocolaterie Antton - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
- Epherra Golf Course - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Le Bellevue - 5 min drive
- Guapita cafe - 12 min drive
- Pottoka - 9 min drive
- Brasserie Labea - 9 min drive
- Restaurant Etchehandia - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
19 Mar 2018
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
SANDRINE S.
30 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SANDRINE S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
HELENE S.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect peaceful retreat
HELENE S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jean-claude P.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agreablement surpris par le site et le gite.
jean-claude P.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Isabelle B.
4 May 2025
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Cubasque
Isabelle B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JOSÉ IGNACIO S.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escapada en el País Vasco francés
JOSÉ IGNACIO S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ubicación ideal
Verified traveller
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jean Pierre M.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
campagne
Jean Pierre M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathalie N.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calme, cosi, paysage magnifique, proche de la mer et de la montagne. Et un accueil agréable et chale
Nathalie N.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pascale G.
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un endroit magique !
Pascale G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
thomas m.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sejour pour 1 semaine
thomas m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A louer sans hésitation
Christine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
SAMIRA M.
13 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
très bon séjour
SAMIRA M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
corinne l.
3 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe sejour
corinne l.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carmen G.
17 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Carmen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
matthieu b.
24 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
bergerie pleine de cachet devant un très beau paysage
matthieu b.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christian M.
16 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un havre de paix dans un environnement qui reflète le Pays basque ses paysages et son authenticité
Christian M.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Isabelle D.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxant, reposant, dépaysant
Isabelle D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Dominique T.
23 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Vacances pluvieuses
Dominique T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
corine l.
25 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gîte charmant et confortable
corine l.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
gabriel d.
22 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gite très bien placé entre mer et montagne et petite montagne dans un site lumineux à l'écart des gr
gabriel d.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Noël V.
5 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idéal pour découvrir le pays basque.
Noël V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard G.
25 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La maison du bonheur
Richard G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
20 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmant petit gîte idéalement situé
Sarah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Xavier R.
29 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe séjour dans les montagnes basques
Xavier R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bernard DESMARTIS
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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