Les Fontaines d’Escot

The Fontaines d’Escot is an unpretentious french château within the stunning Pyrenees National Park in the foothills of the Pyrenean mountains and near the famous Aquitaine beaches of Biarritz. It provides family friendly accommodation to rent for winter skiing and summer vacations for a holiday in South-West France.

The château is set on an imposing hilltop with wonderful views. The surrounding mountains provide a magnificent backdrop to the aquamarine river Aspe and natural springs which meander all around the property. It is indeed a natural aquatic paradise not just for fishing holidays! Everybody can enjoy the long private river front with the pristine sand and stone beaches, the lagoons, the coves, the whirlpool and even a «treasure island». There are also ten acres of grounds with orchards, wild flower meadows, sheep, horses, woods, caves and Roman ruins to explore. See the «Outdoor Facilities» page.

This family run B&B and self-catering holidays château is located a short drive from the town of Oloron and the elegant city of Pau with its airport. A stone’s throw away from Spain where you can experience a contrasting culture making the château perfect for diverse and colourful family holidays.

Whether you are a couple looking for a relaxing holiday full of gastronomic delights; a family interested in an exciting holiday; or large groups celebrating special occasions you won’t be disappointed. Choose this château as your accommodation in France, and you will certainly have a holiday with a difference that combines the best of all worlds!

• Located in the stunning Pyrenees National Park.
• On the banks of one of the most beautiful French rivers.
• Hot and mineral springs with historical thermal spa.
• Surrounded by magnificent mountains and views.
• Acres of private woodland and river front to explore.
• In an idyllic and tranquil, but not isolated, valley.
• Within easy reach of famous skiing resorts and beaches.
• Near airports serviced by low cost airlines.
• Truly the Shangri-La of the Pyrenees!