Just west of Bordeaux, the tranquil Villa La Tosca, with her feet ‘tucked in the water’ is discretely situated in the heart of the serene Arcachon Bay. La Tosca's prestigious luxury accommodation and exemplary service in an environment of the reinvigorating atmosphere of marine life and pine forests guarantee a deep feeling of well-being and promises guests’ time-out from their daily affairs.
Villa la Tosca is the perfect hideaway for; guests seeking time with their family or friends, physical and mental wellness, politicians in need of a change of environment to discuss their strategies, or even musicians/artists longing for the perfect location from which to compose their next masterpiece.

Free onsite activities including: Boules, Croquet, Table Tennis, Football Table, Trampoline, Volley Ball, Canoes, Cycles.
The Arcachon Bay is tidal by nature, the daily withdrawal of the Atlantic Ocean ensuring the release of health giving ions into the atmosphere from the depths of the sea bed and the replenishment of clean, fresh, invigorating waters. One can while away several relaxing hours on her beautiful white sandy beaches and multitude of water sports available here.
Guests can enjoy a journey of gastronomic discovery that sets the taste buds tingling and leaves the palate sated. Regional specialities include – locally farmed oysters, fois gras, caviar and of course the finest, of fine wine the world has to offer. Nearby Towns – Andernos Le Bains 5 kms, Arcachon 40mins and Bordeaux 35mins - Restaurants like Michel Portos’s 2 Star Le St James in Bouliac and Philip Starks famous resto - Le Reserve in Arcachon compete to deliver magic moments, food heaven for the discerning.
Nearest Airport: Bordeaux Merignac - 30 mins drive and Bergerac airport 1hour.

Villa La Tosca is a 5 star luxury property Made-In-Love by Marc Castagnet and Karin Broeksmit. Villa La Tosca, considered to be one of the best examples of Arcachon Architecture with an Italian influence, was built in 1903. This sensitive renovation has been executed with love, great care and eye for detail.
Villa La Tosca is a haven of graceful calm, charm and quiet sophistication, its unique personality enfolding you in its warmth the moment you enter. Karin’s creative hand can be seen throughout. Her intuitive sense of what works- textiles, textures and colours are carefully woven together – delivering a feast for the eye and warmth for the soul.

Its guests receive the warmest welcome and indulge in the ambience of this elegant and historic, yet contemporary, renovated estate. Situated only 35 minutes from Bordeaux airport, Villa La Tosca, with her living space and 4'500m2 gardens is tucked away in the heart of the serene bay of Arcachon. Only the century old stone wall and its heritage gate, separate the grounds from a stroll on the beach at low tide or a refreshing dip in the sea at high tide. Hidden on the sea shore, between pine forests and renowned Bordeaux Vineyards of France it’s a place where prestigious luxury meets exemplary service.

It offers 8 rooms with en-suite bathrooms. 4 luxury rooms retain their original marble fireplaces, and the tower suite “La Tour” with its 360 degrees floor to ceiling windows offers breath taking sea and forest views, even for the most travelled guests.
Influenced by the style and expanse of French Culture, La Tosca entertains its guests in the refined tradition of the French wine makers.

Enjoy your favorite vintage in a cozy club library, or relax watching your preferred movie in the movie theatre that, with the snip of a finger, can be turned into a meeting room for all your seminars.
An especially built ramp that gives access to the outdoor covered terrace and dining room as well as to one of the rooms “La Verandah”, allows La Tosca to also receive guests with reduced physical mobility.

In summer, guests dine on one of the outdoor terraces showered in sunset’s natural light-show of pinks, oranges, yellows and reds, and in winter they can admire the same with a roaring fire from the indoors relaxing dining room.
On demand, a private chef will cook dinner using the finest fresh local ingredients to celebrate French cuisine at its best.
Culinary experiences, such as cooking and wine classes, may also be organized on the property.
Guests can indulge in a wide variety of French wines. La Tosca’s original but renovated wine cellar maintains an ideal temperature and humidity for the careful maturation of French wines. Guests may stock their own wines in the cellar to enjoy during returning visits.

The garden of the luxury seaside estate offers guests a unique experience in the ecological pool nourished with its own natural spring water, a petanque field and outdoor table tennis.