Bonne La Vie - Holidays for All Tastes
Why Bonne La Vie?

Sholu and Mark, a practicising artist and former teacher, fell in love and bought maison Bonne La Vie with the dream of running painting, sculpting, gourmet and wellness weeks, and other tailor-made breaks. Their home, a 150 year-old maison de village set near a river among fields of sunflowers and maize, against a backdrop of the majestic Pyrenees, is sure to work its charm on all guests. We offer:

  • Accommodation, with evening meals if requested
  • A selection of Day Trips to various destinations in the area, open to all
  • Inclusive holiday packages for 6 nights or more.
  • Residential Painting and Sculpting courses
  • Golf packages
  • NEW: Gourmet breaks, including cookery course with BBC MasterChef and author Sarah Beattie.

We endeavour to provide a holiday or short break as precisely suited your tastes as we can, no-one has been disappointed yet! Check for reviews on Facebook or Trip Advisor.
If you have an idea for a course or holiday of your own, please call the number shown above to discuss it with us. We love bringing new ideas to life.
We always look to ensure that our guests enjoy the Good Life and have a memorable stay with us. That's why all our holidays are offered at competitive rates and represent excellent value for money.

Gourmet Breaks, Painting Courses and Other Holiday Ideas

Click on the links above to find out more about our courses. Want to just come and relax? No problem! For the independent holiday maker there is lots to explore locally: after visiting the village bistro and abbey, having a dip in the river, you can explore the amazing but little known wines and vineyards of the area, visit chateaux, festivals and markets. The Pyrenees, Biarritz and Spain are a short drive away.

Are you looking for an activity holiday? Seven golf courses are under an hour's drive from the house; walking, biking and horse-riding are all available locally or in the nearby Pyrenees.
If you wish to join our table d'hote, you will enjoy a local aperitif and a 3-course meal - followed by a good night's sleep in the cool Pyreenean night air.

Visiting with us at Bonne La Vie

You don't have to be a wine connoisseur to enjoy a gourmet break, nor do you have to be an experienced painter or a golf buff to enjoy holidays at Bonne La Vie. South-west France can offer the best appellations and the boasts the cleverest golf course designs, but equally, it is a great opportunity to fulfill your dreams to try something new in a friendly and relaxed environment.