Self-catering holiday homes: Tabanac

Make a holiday rental property or villa in Tabanac, France your home away from home

The charming village of Tabanac lies between the vineyards, woods and forests of the Entre Deux Mers region of Aquitaine. A holiday rental property in Tabanac offers the perfect rural getaway, located right at the very heart of the Bordeaux wine making region, making it a Mecca for wine connoisseurs and walkers alike. Tabanac’s central location means that it is the ideal base for a full exploration of Entre Deux Mers, from the golden beaches of the Atlantic to the beautiful medieval villages that adorn the countryside.

Things to do in Tabanac, France

Tabanac accommodation has long been a favourite of those wanting to explore rural Aquitaine, whether by foot, on a bicycle or mountain bike or from the saddle on a Tabanac riding holiday. There are no end of footpaths, cycle routes and bridle paths to choose from, taking you deep into the countryside, down to the coast or along the banks of the River Garonne. There is an excellent riding stables in Tabanac itself should you require lessons or a guide as well as a hireling.

The River Garonne is a fantastic place to fish from Tabanac accommodation, and there is no need to arrange permits and equipment before leaving home as local permits are easily available from the majority of tabacs in Tabanac and the surrounding area. The smaller River Ciron is also a fantastic place to spend a peaceful afternoon, gently paddling along in the shade of overhanging trees, stopping to try your luck fishing. There are a number of large lakes in the Tabanac area, and although the sea is not far, the Lakes at Baurech, Arcachon are great for sailing, water skiing and wind-surfing.

There are also a great range of sandy Atlantic beaches to find from a self catering Tabanac villa. Arcachon and Biscarosse are the closest sand beaches to a holiday rental in Tabanac, and many hours can be spent happily stretched out on the sand, swimming in the sea and playing beach games.

Places to visit on holiday in Tabanac, France

St Foy La Grande is a wonderful bastide town, filled with restaurants, shops and atmospheric cafes from which to watch the world slowly drifting by. However, St Foy Le Grande has risen to fame due to its status as host to the largest market in the whole of France. Every Saturday, the centre of St Foy La Grande is filled with market stalls selling everything from fresh fruit to local crafts.

Weather in Tabanac, France

June, July and August see daily temperatures reaching into the low 30’s on a very regular basis. These warm conditions can last well into the autumn months, with September and October often being the best time to visit Tabanac accommodation for active holidays. Golf remains popular throughout the year, with daily temperatures in the grips of winter remaining above 5˚C at almost all times.

Cheap flights to Tabanac, France

Tabanac’s position just half an hour from Bordeaux’s Merignac Airport (BOD) means that it is very easily reached from the UK. There are a surprising number of direct flights arriving into Bordeaux from the UK, with services landing from Manchester (MAN), London, Southampton (SOU) and Birmingham (BHX) among others.

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