Top 10 Group Holiday Homes Near Bayonne for Large Gatherings
Ranking updated on 2026-10-09
Groups of 10 to 40 people — families celebrating a reunion, friends gathering for a milestone birthday, couples organising a destination wedding, or colleagues on a company seminar — all share the same need: a house large enough to keep everyone under one roof, in a setting that justifies the journey. The Basque Country and Pyrenean foothills around Bayonne deliver exactly that. Stretching from the Atlantic surf at Biarritz inland through the Bidasoa valley and into Navarra, the area combines dramatic mountain scenery with deep-rooted Basque village culture: stone farmhouses called bordas perched on green hillsides, lively market towns like Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, and a culinary tradition — txistorra, axoa, local cider — that turns every group dinner into a proper occasion. The climate stays mild well into autumn, the roads are good, and Biarritz airport is under 30 minutes from the city centre.
Our editorial team monitors listings in this zone every night. At the time this page was last computed — 7 October 2026 — CasaGiga has 15 houses published in the Bayonne area, with an average capacity of 14 guests and a maximum of 85 for the largest property. They sit on average 35 km from Bayonne city centre, all reachable within roughly an hour and a half by car. Collectively, these CasaGigas hold 682 verified guest reviews and carry an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 — a strong signal that group travellers leave this corner of the Basque Country genuinely satisfied. Price data is not yet published for this zone, but individual hosts respond quickly to direct enquiries.
Our ranking places online-bookable houses at the top of the list, then sorts the rest by average guest rating weighted by review volume; hosts who display the CasaGiga ranking badge on their own website maintain their position as a reward for transparency.
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1Casa Rural Karakotxeko Borda Norte y Sur
📍 Aspilcueta, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 35 km
👥 0 guests5.0★ (47 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageThis holiday cottage in Aspilcueta sits about 35 km from Bayonne, deep in the Spanish Basque countryside. It holds a perfect 5-star rating across 47 reviews — the highest-rated property in this zone. Booking is handled directly with the host; contact them early to confirm capacity for your group.
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2Ekain-XOkoa I y Ekain-XOkoa II
📍 Zugarramurdi, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 23 km
👥 21 guests4.9★ (74 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageTwo adjoining holiday cottages in Zugarramurdi that together accommodate up to 21 guests, making this the closest large-group option to Bayonne at just 23 km. A 4.9-star score across 74 reviews reflects strong, consistent satisfaction. Reservations require direct contact with the host.
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3Casa rural Fuentehermosa
📍 Elizondo, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 39 km
👥 0 guests4.9★ (79 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageA holiday cottage in Elizondo, 39 km from Bayonne, with a 4.9-star rating earned across 79 reviews — one of the most-praised properties in the zone. Capacity is available on request. Booking is handled directly with the host rather than online.
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4Casa rural MARTINTOLANEA
📍 Irurita, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 44 km
👥 0 guests5.0★ (42 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageCasa Rural MARTINTOLANEA is a holiday cottage set in Irurita, roughly 44 km from Bayonne. It carries a perfect 5-star rating from 42 guest reviews — one of the top-ranked CasaGigas in the area. Online booking is not currently available; contact the property directly to arrange your stay.
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5Casa Rural Idiara - Navarra
📍 Viscarret-Guerendiain, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 59 km
👥 16 guests4.9★ (48 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageSet in Viscarret-Guerendiain, the furthest option in this selection at 59 km from Bayonne, this holiday cottage sleeps up to 16 guests and carries a 4.9-star rating from 48 reviews. It ranks among the top-rated properties in the zone despite its distance. Direct contact with the host is required to book.
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6Gite Zazpiak-Bat
📍 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 42 km
👥 20 guests4.4★ (122 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageA seven-bedroom holiday cottage in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, 42 km from Bayonne, sleeping up to 20 guests. With 122 reviews it is the most-reviewed property in this selection, earning a solid 4.4-star score across a wide range of group stays. Reservations are made directly with the host.
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7Casa Rural Apaiolarre
📍 Aspilcueta, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 35 km
👥 0 guests4.7★ (74 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageA 4.7-star holiday cottage in Aspilcueta, 35 km from Bayonne, backed by 74 guest reviews. It shares its village with the zone's top-rated property, making Aspilcueta a notable cluster for large-group stays in Spanish Basque Country. Direct booking with the host is required.
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8Casa rural Ortxixenea
📍 Arizcun, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 36 km
👥 15 guests4.7★ (46 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageThis holiday cottage in Arizcun, 36 km from Bayonne, accommodates up to 15 guests and holds a 4.7-star rating across 46 reviews. It offers a well-sized mid-range option for groups exploring the Baztan Valley. Booking is arranged directly with the host.
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9Casa Rural Landakoborda
📍 Ariztegi, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 40 km
👥 0 guests4.6★ (62 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageA holiday cottage in Ariztegi, 40 km from Bayonne, with a 4.6-star rating built from 62 guest reviews. Capacity details are confirmed directly with the host, who handles all reservations. Reaching out early is advisable, particularly for peak-season dates.
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10Martikotenea I & II
📍 Erratzu, Comunidad Foral de Navarra · 35 km
👥 0 guests4.5★ (50 reviews)🏚️ Holiday cottageTwo linked holiday cottages in Erratzu, 35 km from Bayonne, rated 4.5 stars across 50 reviews. The dual-unit format suits groups that appreciate some flexibility while remaining under a single booking arrangement. Direct contact with the host is needed to confirm capacity and availability.
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How to Choose a Group House Near Bayonne: A Practical Guide
A property listed for 20 guests might have only 8 bedrooms, meaning several rooms will sleep 3 or 4 on sofa beds or bunk arrangements. Before confirming, ask the host for a room-by-room breakdown: how many double beds, how many bunks, how many sofa beds. For a birthday or family reunion where couples want privacy, a house with 10 double bedrooms will suit 20 people far more comfortably than a 20-bed dormitory layout. This is the single most common source of disappointed group reviews.
Most rural properties in the Basque Country and Navarra sit close to farms or villages, and hosts routinely set noise curfews — typically 11 pm outdoors — backed by a separate noise deposit. Amplified music and DJ sets usually require prior written agreement. If the house has a pool, verify that it meets local safety regulations: a perimeter fence or automatic cover is mandatory in both France and Spain for child protection. Also ask whether the pool is heated if you are visiting in autumn, when mountain nights cool quickly.
The houses in this selection span from 23 km away (Zugarramurdi, just over the Spanish border) to 59 km (Viscarret-Guerendiain, deep in Navarra). Mountain roads toward Elizondo and Erratzu can be slow and winding — add 15 minutes to any satnav estimate. Most properties have zero public transport, so plan on one vehicle per four or five guests. If part of your group is flying into Biarritz, a shared minibus transfer organised in advance will save considerable stress on arrival day.
Group rentals in this region typically require a security deposit of several hundred euros, sometimes held as a noise guarantee as well as a damage cover. Cancellation policies vary widely: some hosts offer a full refund up to 30 days before arrival; others retain the full amount regardless of notice. Always read the terms before paying any deposit, and consider travel insurance that covers group cancellations — a single illness in the party is one of the most common reasons a large booking falls through at the last minute.
By occasion
Milestone Birthdays
A round-number birthday with 15 to 25 friends deserves more than a restaurant booking. Gite Zazpiak-Bat in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port — 7 bedrooms, capacity for 20, rated 4.4 by 122 guests — gives the group a full weekend together: morning hikes on the Camino de Santiago route, afternoon barbecues, and evenings around a shared table. For slightly larger groups wanting a wilder setting, Casa rural Ortxixenea in Arizcun sleeps 15 in a steep Baztán valley with serious walking country on the doorstep.
Wedding Celebrations
The Baztán valley and the Pyrenean foothills near Bayonne provide a cinematic backdrop for intimate weddings of 20 to 40 guests. Ekain-XOkoa I y Ekain-XOkoa II near Zugarramurdi — rated 4.9 by 74 guests — combines two adjoining cottages that can host the full party, with the added drama of being steps from the famous Witches' Cave. Confirm with the host whether outdoor ceremonies are permitted and whether an outside caterer can access the kitchen facilities.
Corporate Seminars and Team Offsites
A team that has spent the year working remotely gains something real from two nights in a Basque farmhouse. Properties in the Baztán valley — including Casa rural Fuentehermosa in Elizondo and Casa Rural Landakoborda near Ariztegi — are far enough from the office to shift mental gears, yet reachable from Bayonne in under an hour. Before booking, check for a large dining table (the working surface most teams actually need) and ask the host directly about Wi-Fi reliability.
Multi-Generational Family Reunions
When grandparents, parents, and teenagers all travel together, the right house needs single-level access for mobility, separate sleeping areas so different generations can keep their own hours, and outdoor space where children can run freely. Casa Rural Idiara in Viscarret-Guerendiain, rated 4.9 and sleeping 16, suits three-generation families well: a traditional Navarrese farmhouse with the size and layout to give every branch of the family its own corner, and quiet valley walking straight from the front door.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to rent a group house near Bayonne for 20 people?+
Price data for this zone is not yet published on CasaGiga — houses are listed but online booking is not yet active. Contact each host directly through the listing page for a quote. As a regional market reference, comparable Basque Country farmhouses typically rent for €400–€900 per night for groups of 20, depending on season and facilities. The host will confirm the exact rate when you enquire.
Can we have a party or play music at these houses?+
Most rural rentals in the Basque Country and Navarra include noise rules — outdoor amplified music is typically restricted after 11 pm, and some hosts require advance notice for any event with external guests. Read the house rules on each listing carefully, and contact the host before booking if live music or a DJ is part of your plan. Most are frank about what is and is not allowed.
How is the CasaGiga ranking for Bayonne made?+
Houses that offer online booking are ranked first, giving guests the most convenient experience. Where no houses are yet bookable online — as in this zone currently — houses are ordered by average guest rating weighted by the number of verified reviews. Hosts who display the CasaGiga ranking badge on their own website also maintain their position in the list, rewarding transparency toward their own audience.
How do I book one of these houses?+
None of the 15 houses in this zone currently offer instant online booking through CasaGiga — you will need to contact each host directly. Use the enquiry form on the individual listing page and include your dates, the number of guests, and any special requirements such as accessibility needs or a planned event. Most hosts in this region respond within 24 hours.
Is there a tourist tax to pay on top of the rental price?+
Yes. Both France and Spain levy a tourist tax per person per night. Rates vary by municipality and property category but typically range from €0.50 to €3.00 per adult per night. For a group of 20 staying three nights, budget roughly €30–€180 depending on location. The host will confirm the exact amount when they send you the rental agreement.
What is the minimum number of nights for a group rental?+
Most group houses in this region require a minimum of two or three nights, rising to a full week during July, August, and local bank holidays. Some properties also enforce a longer minimum over Easter and Christmas. The minimum stay for each CasaGiga is shown on the listing page; always confirm it with the host before paying any deposit.
What are the typical check-in and check-out times?+
Check-in is usually from 4 pm to 7 pm and check-out by 11 am or noon, though many rural hosts are flexible for large groups arriving by multiple vehicles from distant locations. Late arrivals after 8 pm need to be arranged in advance. Confirm exact times when you finalise the booking and leave the host a mobile number for last-minute coordination on the day.
What happens if the house I want is unavailable for my dates?+
Contact the host anyway — many owners in this area manage more than one property in the same valley and may have an alternative free. You can also browse all 15 CasaGigas in the Bayonne zone; houses with similar capacity and rating to your first choice appear nearby in the ranking. Shifting your dates by even one or two days often opens availability that appears blocked online.
How this ranking is made
CasaGiga ranks group houses in the Bayonne zone by first prioritising properties that offer online booking, then sorting by average guest rating weighted by the number of verified reviews. Hosts who publish the CasaGiga ranking badge on their own website retain their current position in the list, as a reward for directing their own audience toward transparent, guest-verified rankings.
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