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Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove

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A stone building with a wooden deck, outdoor table, chairs, and a grill.
A rustic room with a stone wall, wooden bookshelves, a fireplace, and a round table.
A rustic kitchen with stone walls, wooden beams, a dining area with chairs, and a small island with kitchen appliances.
A stone wall, a wood beam, a stove, a table with a checkered tablecloth, and a hat.
A stone house with a chimney, a small patio, and a view of the landscape.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Retournac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Place, Statue of Our Lady of France
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Le Puy Cathedral
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathédrale Notre Dame & Cloister
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Retournac

At this cottage, you'll be 24.4 km (15.1 mi) from Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez and 26.4 km (16.4 mi) from Bourianne Lava Flow. .Accommodation features a washing machine and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. Limited housekeeping is available.

What's nearby

  • Statue of Our Lady of France - 42 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Le Puy Cathedral - 42 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Cathédrale Notre Dame & Cloister - 42 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Musée Interactif Hotel-Dieu - 42 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Pilat Regional Natural Park - 55 min drive - 63.6 km

Getting around

  • Vorey Retournac Station - 12 min drive
  • Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brasserie le Y
  • ‪Cafe Restaurant de la Halle - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Le Sans Souci - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant de la Halle Vorey - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪La Ferme de Lavée - ‬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.

Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove

An hour and a half from Clermont-Ferrand, an hour and a half from Lyon, and less than an hour from Saint-Étienne, nestled in the Loire gorges, lies the village of Retournac. In the hamlet of Giraudon, perched on the mountainside, you'll find "Le Repère de Léo" (Leo's Hideaway). This recently renovated family cottage is the perfect setting for a fabulous holiday, whether you're a couple or a family! Here, nature surrounds you and will undoubtedly dazzle you in every season!

From the cottage: numerous hikes suitable for all levels, ideal for observing and discovering the surrounding nature.

Nearby: explore the Loire Valley, enjoy supervised swimming beaches, a variety of water sports, the Corboeuf ravine with its unique landscapes, and numerous shops, all within a 10-minute drive.

Nearby attractions include Le Puy-en-Velay and its remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites, the village of Polignac, Yssingeaux and its renowned Thursday morning market, not to mention the Mézenc plateau, ideal for outdoor activities. This detached house, situated on approximately 1,500 m² of land, boasts two terraces perfect for enjoying the outdoors: one facing east for sunny breakfasts, the other west for relaxing at the end of the day. The warm and inviting main living area features a wood-burning stove and comprises an open-plan kitchen, a living room, a lounge area, and a separate WC.

Upstairs, a landing, furnished as a relaxation area with a library, leads to a first bedroom with a double bed (140 cm) and a second bedroom with a bunk bed offering two single beds (90 cm). This level also includes a shower room and a separate WC. All-inclusive rates include: bed linen and towels for the stay, end-of-stay cleaning (however, the cottage must be tidy, the bins and dishwasher emptied, the bed linen gathered in one place, and the bathrooms left reasonably clean), heating, and electricity within reasonable consumption limits (16 kWh/day) – any significant excess will be charged to the owners on site.

Rates are all-inclusive and include bed linen and towels, as well as end-of-stay cleaning, provided the accommodation is left tidy and clean. Heating and electricity are included up to a limit of 16 kWh per day; any excess may be charged on site.

Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable.
Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited.


End of stay cleaning is included.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 947 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number NOT_REQUIRED

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Gite Retournac 2 Bedrooms 3 Persons
Gite Retournac, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Retournac
15464290131
Gite Retournac, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove?

No, Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove?

No, pets are not allowed.

Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

JEAN-LOUP G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
gite agréable pour qui aime la nature et la tranquillité. (en altitude, accessible par une route sinueuse à 5km du village).Bien équipé et idéal pour une famille.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026