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Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country

Bayside cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail
Beach nearby, beach towels
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71507 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gardata Artika (Bizkaia), Basque Country
  • Place, Isuntza hondartza
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Catalina Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lekeitio Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bilbao (BIO)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ispaster

Located within a mile (2 km) of Basilica of La Asuncion de Santa Maria, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Isuntza hondartza. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Isuntza hondartza - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Basilica of La Asuncion de Santa Maria - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Catalina Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Catalina Chapel - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lekeitio Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Egaña - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apustu Aretoa - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lehiope - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lumentza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ondarroa Batzokia - ‬19 min drive

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!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 22
Property Registration Number EBI100275

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Ispaster, close to Lekeitio Beach, Bosque Encantado de Oma, and Urdaibai Bird Center. You'll also find Bay of Biscay and Basilica of La Asuncion de Santa Maria within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bilbao Airport (BIO), which is about 19.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country?

Yes, every accommodation at Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

Mountain and Sea, The Basque Country Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 107 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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

Uwe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Der Blick aus dem unteren Schlafzimmer ist wunderbar und morgens lacht die Sonne einen an. Das Meer ist entfernt leicht zu sehen, je nach Wetterlage; davor eine sehr schöne Aussicht auf einen alten knorrigen Baum. Sehr malerisch. An Ausstattung hat uns nichts gefehlt. Alles ausreichend vorhanden und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Anne und Ihr Mann waren super freundlich und sehr entgegenkommend, hatten als kleine Willkommensgeste einen leckeren Wein kalt gestellt. Ohnehin waren beide sehr freundlich und wollen uns nochmals ausdrücklich bedanken, da wir doch etwas holprig angereist kamen und vergessen hatten, uns etwas detaillierter zeitlich anzumelden. Es war eine schöne Zeit in einem gemütlichen Heim auf Zeit.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt. Das Haus ist sehr schön und die Lage ist fantastisch. Alles was man braucht ist da. Kerman war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Danke, wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T., Verdun, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Une très belle semaine de vacances dans un endroit charmant. Nous avons pu mélanger le plaisir de vivre à la campagne tout en étant près des endroits à visiter. À plus ou moins 1 heure de Bilbao, San Sebastian, Vitoria-Gastiez, Gaztelugatxe.La maison est très propre et accueillante, bien équipée pour cuisiner quand ça nous chante, et très plaisante à y vivre. Prendre une marche pour se rendre au très beau village de Lekeitio pour aller à la plage ou manger au resto se fait très bien. Par contre pour l’épicerie, il faut la voiture car au retour la pente est exigeante si on a des sacs.Les proprios sont très gentils. Anne et son époux nous ont accueillis et donné plusieurs conseils. Ce fut un plaisir de les connaître.Nous recommandons cette maison sans hésiter.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir haben die Woche in diesem fantastischen Haus sehr genossen. Es liegt in völliger Ruhe, aber trotzdem so, dass man auch zu Fuß in 20 Minuten in den Ort gehen kann. Die Gastgeber sind super freundlich, sehr schnell zu erreichen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christoph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ohne Übertreibung: Anne hat das schönste Ferienhaus, das wir je hatten. Stilvoll eingerichtet mit allem was man brauchen könnte, sehr sauber und top in Schuss von der italienischen Kaffeehexe bis zur Matratze:)Zudem ist Anne bereit jederzeit für Fragen aller Art einzugehen, sie ist respektvoll im Umgang und hilfsbereit. 10 von 5 Sternen :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco V.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful house, the surroundings, the Nice city Lekeitio closeby and the warm welcome of Anne and Here husband!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schitterend! Zeer comfortabele, ruime, gezellige en authentieke woning. Op korte afstand van het strand van Lekeitio, en op rijafstand van andere plaatsen die de moeite zijn om te bezoeken in het mooie Baskenland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthias G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Holiday Home

We spent two marvelous weeks in Gardata-Artika.Very interesting architecture: A tiny old school house had been refurbished into a spacy and comfortable holiday home combining old and new structures in a very tasteful manner. Very clean.Fully equipped with high standard.Nice view into country side from the patio.Very calm and quiet.Very friendly and helpful landlords living next door and respecting guest privacy.Rent is definitely not cheap, but you get a lot for your money!Lekeitio is a very nice small city. Even though it is in walking distance the way back can get tiring (steep). It is advisable to park your car in the (gratis) parking lot at the city border. From there it is only a few minutes walk to harbor and beach.I'm usually not writing online ratings but this location really earns one!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huib und Annette v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super freundliche leuteGastfreundlich und sehr schönes haus und umgebung.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic choice, so glad we came

Not that this place or its hosts need more positive reviews, but I’ll happily add my voice to the choir.The place is super comfortable, with everything you need to enjoy yourself indoors or on the terrace/garden, but the village is walkable too. Actually finding some nice hiking is just as walkable, leading to amazing viewpoints and forest paths. There are many places close by that are worth visiting, but staying around the apartment is very enjoyable too!We loved everything about our visit and hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

pascale j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un excellent séjour

Le gîte d'Anne est très agréable. Spacieux, propre, calme, bien organisé, il permet de se reposer tout en étant à proximité de Lekeitio. Anne est une hôte agréable et disponible.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Céline V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Petit trésor sur la côte biscayenne

Un petit havre de paix, très bien équipé et où il fait bon vivre.Anne et son époux, les hôtes, sont très accueillants et très sympathique.La maison a beaucoup de charme, avec sa terrasse et son point de vue sur l’océan.Nous y reviendrons avc plaisir !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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