L'Etang Du Cygne

About this property

A family of ducks lives on the pond of this villa in Médoc, yet it’s called L’Etang Du Cygne - Swan Lake. Here the beauty of the country life elevates humble things, until they belong in fairy tales. The ivy-covered house has a cottage feeling, with family villa amenities. The living room is all rustic wood beams, stone, and tile - gather round the hearth, or climb up into the cozy loft library.

Outside there’s a romantic stone patio where 6 can dine beneath the leaves. The outdoor kitchen is a gem. There's a wood burning bread oven, a barbecue and a “plancha” flat top grill.

Open a beautiful bottle of wine with dinner - you’ll have plenty, as Médoc is home to 1,500 vineyards. Water lovers can wander down through the gardens to dip toes in the pond, or swim in the villa’s private pool.

The beach at Montalivet (14 km) is a short drive away, or you can venture to Le Verdon (30 km) for high sea fishing and excellent seafood at La Pecherie.

If you’re flying in, the nearest airport is Bordeaux - Merignac (75 km), conveniently located in the famed Bordeaux wine region. 

L'Etang du Cygne benefits from a privileged rural location in one of the most well-known regions in Aquitaine. The area is quiet providing guests with a high level of privacy yet being at only 14 km from the beach of Montalivet.

Major tourist destinations such as Bordeaux, Royan and La Rochelle can also be easily reached with a short drive or by ferry.   

The villa is surrounded by several villages, with restaurants, shops and local markets. Popular local produce market are held in St. Vivien on Wednesdays, in Montalivet everyday and in Lesparre on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Some recommended restaurants:

- 'La Pecherie' in Le Verdon (for shell fish).
- 'La Table d'Olivier', in  Lesparre. '
- 'La Maison du Duanié', in St. Crystolly.
- 'La Tente Royal', in Soullac - for North African cuisine

For nature and sport lovers, there are plenty of entertaining opportunities, including tennis, golf, horse-back riding and fishing.

There is a public tennis court in Queyrac, but courts can be found in all the little villages around the property. The closest golf courses are located in  Margot (30km), Lacanau (25 km), Le Pian (25 km) and Médoc (30 km).

Watersports and high sea fishing (Le Verdan) are also possible, along with horse riding as there are lots of little riding clubs all around the property.

Accommodation

Villa Interior
- Entrance into foyer
- Living room with stairs to mezzanine with a large single bed
- Fully equipped kitchen
- 1 double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (separate shower stall and WC)
- 2 double bedrooms
- Shower room with WC

Outside Grounds
- Swimming pool with roman steps (size: 8 x 4 m / depth: 1 - 1.60 m) and security cover
- Covered terrace
- Built-in BBQ
- "Plancha" and bread oven
- Private garden
- Pond with ducks
- Entrance shared with adjacent chalet (same owner)
- Poolside kitchen
Amenities
- Internet broadband access
- Astra TV
- DVD player
- Cot & High chair
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Fridge
- Electric oven
- Gas hob
- Microwave