Le Domaine Des Sables

Regine and Francois must be used to guests arriving with a sort of "WTAF" expression if they have driven round Soulac first. The front is currently blighted by "Le Signal", a totally smashed up 50 year old building dominating the sea front, a victim of climate change and dune erosion which should finally be demolished next year after a lengthy legal battle. In late September the town had a distinctly fin-de-siècle feel with loads of party memories no doubt held within the Edwardian architecture. However, maybe those challenges mean Regine and Francois try that bit harder. They are real pros - very experienced, having run their previous hotel in Begles, near Bordeaux. The welcome was a little prescriptive as others have commented but as they live off site that is probably to be expected. The breakfast was the best we experienced on our week's holiday in the area, the rooms were spotless and the view was excellent - especially if you look left! They deserve every success.

Where to start. Le Lys des Sables is a slice of paradise tucked away among the pine trees overlooking the Soulac sand dunes and sea. This was our first week-long visit, having first stayed at des Sables for a few nights in July 2015. Second time round our stay was just as good, if not better. Regine and Francois are wonderful hosts. When were delayed arriving, Francois drove to pick us up from Lesparre. Nothing was a problem. The breakfasts are delicious: eggs, fresh fruit, pastries, cheese, meats, fruit juice, coffee... tea. All served on your private balcony. Each room is extremely comfortable with a fridge... plus a lovely bathroom. You have access to a guest kitchen upstairs too, so it’s easy to prepare simple meals if you fancy watching the sun go down with a glass of wine rather than venturing into town. Each day we returned to a spotlessly clean room and fresh towels. Thank you so much Regine and Francois, for another wonderful, wonderful holiday. We loved staying with you again and hope to be back! Katie & Greg (London).

What should I say ... everything in the Le Lys de Sables is just perfect. The rooms, the house and the very warm welcome you receive from the hosts. The B&B is very well located just few walking minutes from the centre ville of Soulac. For guests preferring to use a bike, free bikes are available at the B&B. In the morning you are welcomed again by the hosts with a great smile and a bonjour and a good breakfast. Keeping it short - a wonderful stay in a wonderful location with wonderful hosts. We will be back at the The Le Lys des Sables!