Darricau

A natural history

Enjoy one of the most beautiful estates in the Landes and its exceptional reserve of space and nature. Ideally situated on the edge of Lake Aureilhan, nine kilometres from the beaches of Mimizan, the Darricau estate is an old Landes estate built in the 18th century. Fifty hectares of wooded parkland, gardens and horse meadows surround the manor house of one of Napoleon’s generals. Surrounding the manor house are a number of former farm buildings that have been converted into modern, comfortable accommodation.
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Fifty hectares of forest
classified Natura 2000

As well as a flora made up of dozens of different species of trees and mushrooms, the estate is home to many wild animals, which you may be lucky enough to spot on your walks. Hunting is prohibited, so take your camera instead.

The Darricau estate extends over 50 hectares as far as Lake Aureilhan.

Darricau forest in winter — Darricau forest in autumn

The gites

Our gîtes, which are listed historic buildings that have been completely renovated, offer a warm, traditional welcome with all the modern comforts you would expect.
Each gîte has a large terrace or garden where you can enjoy the peace and greenery of the property.

Pets are welcome.

La Vigne

2 to 4 people in semi-detached house
A 60m² ground floor flat
1 bedroom
1 living room with 2-seater sofa bed
1 bathroom
1 kitchen / dining room

2 west/east terraces with uninterrupted views of the forest

Le Grenier

6 people
A 90 m² flat on the first floor
1 parents’ bedroom
1 bedroom with double bed and 2 bunk beds
Reversible air conditioning
A 26m² terrace

Exterior view of the Atelier gîte in Darricau, Aureilhan, Landes

L’Atelier

6 people
A ground floor flat of 140m²
2 parents’ bedrooms
1 children’s bedroom (2 beds and bathroom)
2 outdoor terraces, one of which is 52m²
Reversible air conditioning

Wheelchair accessible

La Serre

12 people – 1 flat + 2 adjoining bedrooms

A single-storey flat 100 m²
- 2 parents’ bedrooms
- 1 children’s bedroom with 4 beds (2x 2 bunk beds)
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 living room
- 1 dining room

An apartment
- 2 double bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
Wheelchair accessible
A 180 m² garden

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Activities galore

Discover the equestrian centre and the activities it offers throughout the year. Explore the Landes forest on horseback or by bike, thanks to the extensive network of cycle paths and quiet roads. Soak up the sun and the ocean on the magnificent beaches of the Atlantic – like the beaches at Mimizan or the wild Lespecier beach at Bias. From Darricau, stroll along the lake in summer to the colourful symphony of Mimizan’s Promenade Fleurie, and to the fairytale château where the Duke of Westminster entertained Coco Chanel, Charlie Chaplin and Salvador Dali. In autumn, come and pick the porcini mushrooms that abound in our park, under the russet ferns, and enjoy the peace of the autumn.

Swimming, windsurfing, paddle-boarding, canoeing, rowing, pedal-boating – the Lac d’Aureilhan is ideal for safe family activities …

At the end of Darricau Park

Swimming, surfing, kitesurfing, beach volleyball, fishing, sunbathing or sandcastles, the dozens of kilometres of beach …

Mimizan beaches 8 km away, Dune du Pilat 67 km away

Horse or pony rides in the Darricau park, walks to the ocean, or riding lessons.

Lous Chivaus, at the entrance to Darricau Park

Mountain biking in the forest or visiting the surrounding area, dozens of kilometres of cycle paths allow you to criss-cross the Pays de Born all the way to the ocean.