Access & Location
A 5-star holiday villa near Bordeaux & vineyards
Easy Access to Bordeaux City Centre
NUMA HOUSE is a private five-star holiday villa located on the heights of Cambes, south-east of Bordeaux, in the Gironde department of south-west France. With a direct road connection, Bordeaux city centre is approximately 20 minutes away by car.
This convenient location makes it easy to enjoy Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, both during the day and in the evening. Explore its historic centre, architectural landmarks, riverside quays along the Garonne, museums, boutiques, cafés and restaurants, before returning to the peace and privacy of your own villa.
A Peaceful Setting Above a Village on the Garonne
Cambes is a charming village in the Gironde, situated on the banks of the Garonne. It is known for its rolling landscapes of woodland, meadows and vineyards, as well as its village centre, with a 12th-century church, a local inn and a few small shops.
Set on the heights of the village, on the edge of a natural area and a quiet residential neighbourhood, NUMA HOUSE offers a peaceful setting in which to unwind.
Set well back from the road, sheltered behind a fence and surrounded by lush greenery, the villa provides a private and intimate retreat.
Easy access to Bordeaux Wine Country
NUMA HOUSE is particularly appreciated by guests wishing to discover Bordeaux’s renowned wine regions while enjoying the comfort and privacy of their own villa.
From Cambes, you can explore several of the region’s celebrated wine appellations, including Entre-deux-Mers and the Right Bank vineyards of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, as well as the Left Bank wine regions of the Médoc, Graves, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes. Driving times vary according to the destination and route.
The nearest vineyard is approximately a five-minute walk from the villa, while Saint-Émilion can be reached in around 40 minutes by car. Wine tastings, visits to local wine estates and encounters with winemakers can all be part of your stay, allowing you to discover the diversity of Bordeaux’s wine country without changing accommodation.
Easy Access to the Arcachon Bay and the Atlantic Beaches
From NUMA HOUSE, you can also reach Arcachon Bay and the Atlantic beaches for a day trip.
Arcachon and the Dune du Pilat are approximately a one-hour drive away. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Cap Ferret, and approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to the beaches of Le Porge or Lacanau, depending on traffic.
NUMA HOUSE is ideally located for discovering the many facets of the Gironde, from Bordeaux’s heritage and renowned wine routes to charming villages, pine forests and the vast open landscapes of the Atlantic coast.
Easy Access from Bordeaux Airport and Train Station
By car:
From Bordeaux city centre: approximately 20 minutes, via the outer ring road and exit 22 towards Latresne and Cambes.
From Paris: allow approximately 5 hours by car, depending on traffic.
By train:
From Paris Montparnasse: take a high-speed TGV train to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station, followed by a drive of approximately 30 minutes to NUMA HOUSE.
By plane:
From Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport: approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
Direct flights connect Bordeaux with Paris and European cities. Destinations include London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester and Edinburgh in the United Kingdom, as well as Belgium (Brussels), Germany (Berlin, Hamburg), the Netherlands (Amsterdam) and Ireland (Dublin).
To make your arrival and travel arrangements easier, we put you in touch with our trusted local taxi partner for transfers from the airport or train station : Taxi Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Travelling to Numa House
Do you need a car to stay at Numa House ?
A car is recommended for exploring Bordeaux wine country and the surrounding countryside at your own pace. However, a car is not essential for a relaxing stay at Numa House. Taxi transfers to and from Bordeaux Airport or Bordeaux-Saint Jean station can be arranged through our trusted taxi partner. Our optional Drive shopping service allows you to have groceries delivered and your fridge stocked during your stay, so you can focus on unwinding and enjoying your holiday time.
Where is Numa House located ?
Numa House is located in Cambes, Gironde, a 20-minute drive away from Bordeaux city centre. It is a perfect base for exploring the historic Bordeaux. In the heart of Bordeaux wine country, it is also a central base for exploring renowned wine regions, on the right or on the left bank, including Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Pessac-Léognan, Sauternes, Graves and the Médoc.
What is the surrounding area like at Numa House ?
Numa House is located in the heights of Cambes, a village in the Gironde, a 20-minute drive from Bordeaux city centre. Set back from the road, in a second-line position, between a natural area and a quiet residential neighborhood, the villa is surrounded by landscaped garden, greenery and hedges, offering a peaceful, natural setting.
Is Bordeaux easily accessible from Numa House ?
Yes, Bordeaux city centre is easily and directly accessible from Numa House, a 20-minute drive away.
How to come to Numa House from the UK ?
Travellers from the UK can take direct flights to Bordeaux from London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester and Edinburgh.
Numa House is approximately 30 minutes by car from Bordeaux Airport.
From Paris, Bordeaux is also easily accessible by TGV high-speed train, with a journey time of around 2 hours from Montparnasse station. Numa House is approximately 30 minutes by car from Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station.
Which Bordeaux vineyards can you visit from Numa House ?
Numa House is ideally located for exploring the Bordeaux wine region. From the villa, you can discover renowned wine appellations on both sides of the Garonne: Saint-Émilion and Pomerol on the Right Bank, as well as the Médoc, Graves, Pessac-Léognan and Sauternes on the Left Bank, together with the vineyards of Entre-deux-Mers.
A lovely wine estate is located 5 minutes on foot from the villa, while Saint-Émilion is around 40 minutes away by car. Travel times vary depending on the appellation.
Whether you are interested in château visits, wine tastings or meeting local winemakers, Numa House is an excellent base for a wine-focused stay in the Bordeaux region. We are happy to share our local recommendations to help you choose estates and experiences suited to your interests.
