Nestled on the hillside of Funchal this luxurious hotel with Asian and African influences is surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic ocean and the Bay of Funchal.
Chateau de Brindos, Biarritz, Pool, Restaurant, Basque, Gourmet, Global Artichoke
Chateau de Brindos, nr Biarritz, South West France, France
Just on the edge of the beautiful Basque countryside overlooking a private lake and close to the towns of Biarritz and Anglet. Chateau de Brindos is relaxing and magical and the perfect place to rejuvenate and excercise the senses.
Sir Reginald Wright made Chateau Brindos a notable location of the 1930s for receptions, tea-dances and banquets. In its romantic dreamlike setting, time stands still in a nostalgic atmosphere and the chateau appeared in many iconic images at that time. Now, it has been beautifully restored and discreetly combines this wonderful history with the modern innovations necessary to a luxury hotel.
On the edge of the Basque countryside overlooking a beautiful private lake strewn with lillies, guests are seduced by the gentle way of life here. Stroll through the large Centenary Park or sit quietly over the water and read a book. Chateau de Brindos is relaxing and magical. The reception leads through to the magnificent baronial great hall - full height, galleried with stone flags and massive fireplace - off which give the restaurant and bar. The suites are all up above and the more modern addition to the property houses the rooms, gym and hammam. The suites and rooms are very comfortable - individually decorated and all look out onto the lake - and they are well spread out, giving great privacy. Exercise in the weight room or the outdoor heated swimming pool, or take a run around the lakeside path and then relax - the sauna and magnificent hammam are at ones disposal.
Brunch, lunch or dinner are served up by Antoine Antunes and are fabulous affairs. On the terrace, inside or by the pool, he loves to share his passion for culinary delights and the rich and varied flavours of original, creative and authentic cuisine. Marc Ponys famous cocktails await one in the Bar des Boiseries, very cleverly decorated in thirties style, recreating the haydays of yesteryear.
Basque country is fascinating and the Spanish border is a short drive away, all creating a fascinating melting pot of culture and history. There is so much to discover if one is able to drag oneself away from the Chateau and its beautiful lake.
Hotels & Lodges Information
PRICE:
From £160 per night for a double room and £200 per night for a suite
The Service
Bed & Breakfast Air conditioning Satellite TV Terrace or Balcony overlooking the lake Telephone, fax, internet Mini bar Room safe Parking
The Accommodation
24 Rooms and 5 Suites
General
Outdoor heated pool Hammam Weight room Sauna Bar des Boiseries Gourmet restaurant Private dining room Restaurant Conferencing facilities Bridle path around the lake
Transport
Airports at Biarritz 4kms and Bordeaux 180kms
Local Interest
Thalassotherapie Golf Tennis Beaches and watersports Horse riding Tapas evenings Spanish border
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