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Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country

Auzo-eskola zaharra guztiz 2017an, berriztatua, mendi tonttorr zoragarri bat kokatuta eta arte zaharrez inguratua.
Bi kilometrotara dago Lekeitio-tik eta Bizkaia-ko golkoaren bista ederrak ditu.

Etxeak, lehen solairuan, gela haundi baten ditu batera sukaldea, jantokia eta saloia eta bi logel eta bainu bat; bigarren pisuan mezanin bat, logeala eta komun bear bat ditu.
Kampoan terrace bat hegoruntz eta Read artibaiko mendiruntz begira dauka.

Bear leku approposoa da sendi edo lagun talde batentzako, naturaz (itsasoa eta mendia) gozatzeko edo lasai Euskalherriaren altxorak aurkitzeko.

ONGI ETORRI!

Former Basque rural school completely rehabilitated in 2017.
Located on a magical hill surrounded by centuries-old oaks, two kilometers from the fishing village of Lekeitio and overlooking the Bay of Biscay.
The house has a living room-dining room-open kitchen and two bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. On the second floor there is a mezzanine bedroom and a bathroom. Outside it enjoys a south-facing terrace overlooking the mountains of Lea-Artibai.

It is a perfect place for a family or group of friends who wants to enjoy nature (sea and mountains) and to discover the charms of Euskal Herria.

ONGI ETORRI!

Old Basque country school completely rehabilitated in 2017. Located on a magical hill surrounded by centenarian evergreen oaks, only two kilometers away from the fishing village of Lekeitio and overlooking the Gulf of Biscay.
The house has an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room and two bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor. And on the first floor a mezzanine, a bedroom and a bathroom. It has a south-facing terrace overlooking the Lea-Artibai Mountains.
This is a perfect place for a family or group of friends who want to enjoy nature (sea and mountain) and discover the treasures of the Basque Country.

ONGI ETORRI!

Property manager

Anne Stokken

Languages

English, Norwegian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the bay
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1507 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number EBI00275

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Eskola 87, The Basque Country Cottage
Eskola 87, The Basque Country Ispaster
Eskola 87, The Basque Country Cottage Ispaster

About the neighborhood

Map
Gardata Artika (Bizkaia), Basque Country

What's nearby

  • Santa Catalina Chapel - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Catalina Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lekeitio Beach - 13 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve - 25 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Bosque Encantado de Oma - 29 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Zarautz Station - 46 min drive
  • Bilbao Airport (BIO) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mantxua - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Txangurru taberna - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lumentza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Egaña - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mesón Arropain - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country located?

This family-friendly Ispaster cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Basilica of La Asuncion de Santa Maria, Isuntza hondartza, and Karraspio Txiki. Bay of Biscay and Santa Catalina Chapel are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming home
We loved the old school building renovated with an eye for detail and all modern comfort. The location is great, half an hour's walk from the beach. Lekeitio is a pleasant town. A wonderful base to get to know the Basque nature and culture. Anne and Kerman are very hospitable and were always available if necessary. We enjoyed our moments together...their stories and hospitality !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable home in Basque Country
We travelled throughout France and Spain this trip and saw and did many memorable things but this is the place I’ll dream of coming back to. Beautiful home, lots to do in the area (although I particularly loved doing nothing at all!). Anne was very welcoming and everything was easy. Don’t hesitate to book.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spot for a holiday!
Loved the rebuilt one room school house. Great location between Bilbao and San Sebastián. Lots to do in the local area as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basques, beaches, beauty
We had a great stay at Anne and Keramon's beautifully converted schoolhouse. It's a great open space for a family, super clean, bbq and a cool terrace for relaxing. The location above Lekeitio, which has a great beach and loads to do, is handy for getting to lots of cool places in this part of the basque country. Finally, Anne and Keramon are great hosts, offering lots of really friendly help and advice. Go!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger W., Dorchester

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to school
We loved staying in this charming renovated rural school. It had lots of atmosphere and was extremely well appointed with everything you might need. Anne and her husband were very helpful and welcoming. We appreciated their efforts to consider the environment, all very thoughtful. The surrounding area offered things to interest everyone. We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Bristol, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent in every way
It was a joy to be able to stay in this beautifully renovated house with so much history! Ann and Kerman were really lovely and went out of their way to make sure we all enjoyed our stay. The house is well equipped with high quality furniture, kitchen ware, it has everything you could need. We appreciated the sensitive way they have restored this old school house using natural methods and materials where possible. The town is walking distance (though we drove with our two small kids) and enjoyed exploring its charming harbour and playing on the beach there. We loved everything about this house and are missing it already!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We were very happy with this beautiful house in a beautiful area and we enjoyed ourselves immensely in Basque Country. So glad we chose to visit this area. Ann is a great host and she grows the best tomatoes! I’d recommend this house to all. Bonnie
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue Vickers-Thompson

Liked: Cleanliness
We'll stay for longer next time!
This is a joy of a place - 2km from the sea & surrounded by hills, coast, fishing villages & historic towns with museums & the Guggenheim, fully equipped with everything you could ask for & with Anne, who couldn't have done more.The first time we've stayed in Spain, apart from with family in Barcelona & quite one of the best cottages we've had anywhere.The Basque region is a very special place - we will definitely be returning in the not too distant future! Thanks, Anne!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Fabulous stay
Wonderful views, spotless and beautifully renovated accommodation. Very comfortable, quiet and relaxing. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

William B.

A beautifully restored little gem especially if you like nature. Perfect
We stayed at this little gem of a property for 8 nights and could easily have stayed for another 8. Time seemed to slow down here and it is deeply relaxing. It is a beautifully restored house which has a perfect mix of the old and new. It is of such a high standard that nothing is missing - there were even drawing materials for 2 young kids. We are a family with 2 young children who love nature and it had it all - from walnuts to lemons to acorns. Our kids loved it. Unfortunately we never did manage to get up early enough to see the deer which wander around the house early in the mornings. We loved it and highly recommend it. A big thanks of appreciation to Anne and her husband for being such gracious and helpful hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

Wonderful holidays at Eskola 87!/Traumhafte Ferien in der ehemaligen baskischen Landschule
We had a wonderful absolute fantastic stay at Eskola 87. The house is very stylish and cosy, kitchen and bathroom equipment are very modern and the house is very clean.All four of us loved it!!! The view from the terrace and garden is superb. The landlords are very, very nice and helpful. If you want to have a very special, wonderful holiday, this is the place to go. The long trip (1400 km from Baden-Württemberg, Germany) was definitely worth it. Thank you Anne and Kerman for your hospitality. We will come back one day! Katja Wir hatten einen traumhaften Urlaub in der ehemaligen baskischen Landschule Eskola 87. Das Haus ist aufs beste modernisiert, die Einrichtung absolut gemütlich und stilvoll, Bäder und Küche sind top modern, und das ganze Haus ist sehr sauber. Der Ausblick von der Terrasse und dem Garten ist traumhaft. Alle vier waren wir begeistert von diesem Feriendomizil.Die Vermieter sind sehr, sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Der ideale Ort, um einen traumhaften Urlaub zu verbringen.Die weite Reise (von Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland) hat sich so richtig gelohnt. Liebe Anne, lieber Kerman, vielen Dank für Eure Gastfreundschaft! Wir kommen wieder. Katja .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jerry E.

Lovely spacious and well-equipped house in a great location
This charming old building has been recently renovated to a high standard and is very well equipped. It is situated on a hillside among fields and trees in a quiet location. Use Google maps or GPS to find it. The attractive town of Lekeitio is close, within walking distance or you can drive down the hill to the car park at the edge of town. Lekeitio has a supermarket and other shops, loads of good restaurants and bars, and two beaches. Both are clean and sandy. The one just outside town to the east is more attractive and there are a couple of cafes and some metered parking spaces. The property is about an hour from Bilbao airport and less to the motorway network. The coast is beautiful and it is worth exploring inland where there loads of waymarked paths form short strolls to multi-day expeditions. Nearby Gernika has a great produce market on a Monday. I thoroughly recommend staying here. The owner, Anne, speaks perfect English and is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kismet A.

Picturesque
Beautiful home in a wonderful setting. The house had everything we needed and plenty of room. A tad tricky to find but with GPS and the great hostess, it’s worth it. Many thanks!! Our first choice in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carola P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time
We enjoyed so much. The house is amazing and unique. There are a lot of things to do around this place. We never felt boring. A special thank to our hosts. They are so hospitable and helpful!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christof K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sensationell
Diese liebevoll und sehr geschmackvoll gestaltete alte Schule ist ein echtes Highlight. So eine klug ausgestattete Küche hatten wir in vielleicht 30 Ferienwohnungen noch nie! Das Haus ist geräumig, hat Orte um sich zurückzuziehen, zwei Badezimmer, zwei Sofas, viel Platz und alles was man sich wünschen kann. Der Empfang durch das norwegisch-baskische Paar ist warmherzig, die beiden sind sehr hilfsbereit und geben Tips und das Fischerdorf ist sher charmant. Ein echter Geheimtip!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans Martin O., Essen

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumurlaub in einem ganz besonderen Haus
Wir haben die 14 Tage in der ehemaligen, toll restaurierten und hervorragend ausgestatteten Dorfschule genossen. Es war ein besonderes Erlebnis, sich in diesen großzügigen Räumen zu bewegen. Die Ausstattung in allen Bereichen war von sehr guter und geschmackvoller Qualität. Der Blick in die Landschaft aus den großen Fenstern und von der Terrasse aus auf die Hügel war idyllisch. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig, da die Straße unterhalb kaum befahren wird. Die Vermieter, die nebenan wohnen, sind ausgesprochen freundlich und hilfsbereit. Was uns an der Gegend besonders gefallen hat, ist das Nebeneinander von Landschaften wie im Schwarzwald oder im Allgäu mit Häusern, die an die Alpenregion erinnern und der Steilküste mit Strandabschnitten am Atlantik. Berge und Meer an einem Ort.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Unterkunft
Die Unterkunft liegt sehr schön, die Vermieter wohnen nebenan und sind sehr sympathisch, zuvorkommend, nett, diskret und immer hilfsbereit sofern man Hilfe braucht. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabuleux séjour
Après un premier séjour magnifique, c'est avec un plaisir renouvelé que nous avons retrouvé l'Eskola. Merci à Anne et son compagnon pour leur accueil chaleureux !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Olé
Sublimes
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Haus mit tollen Gastgebern
Wunderschöne Unterkunft etwas ausserhalb von Lekeitio gelegen. Die Gastgeber sind unglaublich nett und zuvorkommend. Sie wohnen nebenan und waren bei Fragen immer erreichbar. Sie haben uns viele Tips für Ausflüge gegeben. In der Unterkunft ist alles vorhanden. Wir haben zusätzlich auch Strandtücher erhalten. Die Kinder hatten sehr viel Freude an den vorhandenen Spielsachen. Wir kommen gerne wieder😊
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retour à l'école !!!
Excellent séjour dans cette petite école à la déco soignée, idéalement située entre mer et montagne. Disponibilité et discrétion du "maître" et de la "maîtresse" de maison. Muchas gracias!!! Una caricia a Lea !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

edzo z.

Liked: Cleanliness
A home away from home
We voelden ons meteen thuis en welkom in deze mooi gerestaureerde oude dorpsschool. We hebben genoten van het schitterende huis waar het ons aan niks ontbrak. Alles was netjes, schoon en voldoende aanwezig. De eigenaren zijn erg attent en brachten tips, citroenen en munt uit eigen tuin. Er is rust en ruimte en we konden lopend naar de bakker en ook de zee is op loopafstand. Daarnaast ligt het centraal om zowel Bilbao als Donostia te bezoeken. Wij komen zeker nog eens terug!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIE D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Une semaine parfaite!
Nous avons passé une semaine délicieuse chez Anne . Son accueil est des plus chaleureux et conviviaux. La location est très spacieuse, lumineuse et décorée avec soin. La propreté est au rdv et nous n'avons manqué de rien ,tout les équipements étaient disponibles et fonctionnels. au calme,bien exposé et bien situé,nous avons pu profiter de la terrasse, de le vue sur mer et sur le pays basque espagnol. Nous recommandons très chaudement la location d'Anne. Merci pour les citrons et la menthe du jardin, les mojitos étaient top!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour en famille
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour en famille. Tout était parfait: l'accueil, la propreté des lieux, le charme de la maison et l'environnement pour faire des visites et excursions dans le Pays Basque.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Empfehlung
Wir waren zu dritt und hatten eine wundervolle Zeit (eine Woche) in dem Haus. Es ist sehr alles vorhanden, was man braucht, und noch mehr. An kalten Abenden ist der Kamin ein Traum. Die Vermieter sind sehr herzlich und wohnen nebenan und helfen bei allem, wenn sie können. Auch der Check In und Check Out liefen völlig reibungslos und angenehm. Das Haus ist eine absolute Empfehlung und wenn wir nochmal in der Gegend sind, kommen wir auf jeden Fall wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024