Top 10 country-style hotels in the Landes countryside

Nestling within the medieval ramparts of the delightful village of Labastide-Larmagnac, this charming bed and breakfast offers the perfect blend of old-fashioned refinement, with plenty of period paintings and furniture, and a warm atmosphere in which to discover the local gastronomy and local produce.

The splendid terrace, outdoor swimming pool and herb-filled pleasure garden, with its delightful tea room, make you feel right at home. Some rooms offer superb views over the park. A double room costs €79 per night.

The life of a squire is yours! On this exceptional estate dating from 1762, near the village of Lynxe, you can choose between charming guest rooms in the heart of the château or self-catering gîtes in the superb 4-hectare grounds.

Spacious, bright and tastefully decorated, the rooms offer a high level of comfort and a lovely view of the formal garden. With its cosy dining room, huge outdoor swimming pool and well-stocked library, leaving the Château Belle Epoque is not without regret! A suite in the château costs €157. The gîtes are available for a minimum of 2 nights.

It's the perfect blend of authenticity and modernity. In the picturesque village of Tartas, on the banks of the River Midouze, l'Hacienda is a beautiful guest house with a chic, relaxing atmosphere and subtle Andalusian accents.

Its main attraction is its superb spa, where you can unwind in the whirlpool, and its magnificent covered wooden terrace, where you can relax on a hot afternoon. There's also a large, shady garden and a bright, well-equipped kitchen. The price is €98 for a night for two.

It's hard to imagine a more idyllic location than Château du Bec de Gave. Situated in the very south of the Landes region, on the border with the Basque Country, this superb nature guest house is housed in an elegant 19th-century building on the banks of the River Adour. Here, too, you can enjoy an interior with a princely touch and a magnificent garden from which you can admire the imposing silhouette of the Pyrenees.

Some of the boudoir-style suites have a sitting area and balcony. The icing on this luxurious cake! To enjoy this enchanting setting, you will still need to pay a minimum of 225 euros for one night in a double room.

Nestling in the heart of an enchanting forest, this delightful hotel is a haven of peace for those seeking greenery and tranquillity, disturbed only by the rustle of trees and birdsong. In the pretty, light-coloured rooms, with their enchanting views over the garden and lake, you will find works by local artists.

To further enhance this atmosphere of well-being, yoga classes are offered in summer by the pond, to gently wake up to nature. It's hard to find a more rejuvenating address! The Villa de l'Etang Blanc also boasts a champagne bar on the banks of the lake, and a gourmet restaurant run by a Michelin-starred chef who treats his guests to refined dishes based on regional produce. A double room costs a minimum of €136.

For lovers of nature and unique experiences, Les Echasses is a real gem. Set in the heart of a pine forest, this eco-responsible establishment offers 8 superb wooden accommodations on stilts beside a pond. In this dream setting, perfect for contemplation and disconnection, you can take Zen to the extreme by taking advantage of the swimming pool and spa with outdoor Norwegian bath heated with wood, sauna and massage room.

There is also an excellent restaurant serving responsible cuisine using produce grown on the estate. From the hotel, there are plenty of walking and cycling trails to explore the surrounding countryside. Unsurprisingly, this idyllic spot is not cheap, with a night's accommodation on the water costing a minimum of €329.

This beautiful hotel in Soustons is not to be outdone in terms of tranquillity. Its ideal lakeside location and surrounding oak forest make it a haven of nature and well-being that's hard to leave. The rooms are elegantly decorated, and some have balconies with panoramic views of the lake and forest in the background.

Auberge Batby is also home to a fantastic gourmet restaurant, dedicated to putting the flavours of the Landes region at the heart of its cuisine, which is both gourmet and refined. A double room costs a minimum of €98.

The quintessence of splendour in the Landes countryside! In the heart of a lush 7-hectare estate planted with vines and abundant orchards, a charming building with flower-filled balconies, home to a two-star gourmet restaurant, welcomes you for a stay of ultimate refinement.

With a wellness area featuring a sauna, hammam and jacuzzi, a gigantic outdoor swimming pool lined with palm trees, and elegant bedrooms rivalling in space and comfort, you'll understand what it's really like to live the life of a château.

As well as lounging around, there's plenty to do at the Relais de la Poste. Nearby, the Mont Royal stables offer superb horse-riding in the heart of the forest, and if you're feeling like a cordon bleu, Michelin-starred chef Jean Coussau offers gastronomic cookery courses at the hotel. 230 minimum for one night in a double room.

Located in Saint-Geours-de-Maremne, 21 km from Dax station, this charming guest house is set in the heart of the countryside, in a delightful 19th-century farmhouse. With its beautiful heated swimming pool, friendly stone-walled communal lounge and superb, tastefully decorated rooms, it's the perfect blend of comfort and authenticity. You'll feel right at home.

Alone, as a couple or with the family, it's the ideal place to recharge your batteries and enjoy nature to the full. From the gîte, there are numerous hiking trails to discover the surrounding countryside. A double room costs €140.

This delightful bed & breakfast in Saint-Jean-de-Marsacq, surrounded by lush greenery, is a real invitation to relax. You could spend hours soaking up the sun on the lovely wooden terrace or in the shade of the arbours covered with climbing plants, and inhale the delicious scents of thyme and rosemary before taking a dip in the pool.

The rooms, with their soothing colours and en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers, are particularly pleasant, and some overlook the garden directly. The hotel also offers a bicycle rental service and prepares dinners on request (at an additional cost).