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Built in the late 17th century, this majestic old house in the upper Ardeche consists of two substantial wings linked by a 20-metre-long hall on the upper floor with galleried mezzanines and a covered balcony. And with whimsical surrounding gardens framed by far-reaching views across the valley and up to the mountains – prepare to inhale a breath of fresh air upon arriving here. Find abundant natural beauty everywhere when roaming around the romantic setting of this home's gardens. There's a private heated swimming pool, a secluded courtyard and plenty of shaded spots under the willow trees to relax in utter serenity. Enjoy long lunches at the alfresco dining area, or gather on the terrace for an aperitif and evening barbecue as the sun sets over the valley. Inside, the house combines traditional antiques with Indian furnishings, alongside rich silk curtains and stone-tiled flooring. Traditional wood-burning stoves can be found in the kitchen and dining hall. Meanwhile, the games room in the vaulted semi-underground cellar features table tennis and a library of books to get stuck into in the study hall. When you're not losing yourself in the garden's scenery or the house's traditional charm, Ardeche offers an endless array of outdoor activities, including canoeing and kayaking (twenty minutes away at the main base). For more gentle waters and swimming opportunities, the sandy beach offers a more relaxing way to enjoy the blissful scenery of the Ardeche river too.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in the Upper Ardeche gorge, home to breathtaking scenery and an array of outdoor sporting activities
Make a splash in the private swimming pool overlooking the hills
Take in stunning views over a glass of local French wine on the terrace
Wander around the romantic setting of the gardens
Enjoy long lunches in the blissfully secluded garden
Practise your musical skills on the piano
Select a book from the home library to enjoy in a quiet corner of the house
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Home truths
Your host can provide a cot and high chair for free upon request
You'll have your own private entrance here
Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay – there’s free parking on the premises
One well-behaved dog may be welcome to accompany you during your stay – upon prior approval from the host
The nearest airports are in Lyon, Marseilles and Grenoble, around a two hour drive away
About this stay
Amenities
Pets allowed
Washing machine
Dryer
Swimming pool
TV
Fridge
Central heating
DVD player
Bedrooms & bathrooms
8 bedrooms, 9 beds
7 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, private chefs, airport transfers, and car hire
If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at the cost of £475-£670 per week
While pool heating is included for stays in July and August, it can be heated for an additional fee of £300 per week in June and September or £500 per week in May and October - you'll need to let the host know at least two weeks in advance
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About France
You could easily take a lifetime’s worth of French holidays and still feel like you haven’t scratched the nation’s surface. The most visited country in the world, France has long inspired artists, revolutionaries, dreamers, and bons vivants with its storybook landscapes, artistic treasures, and cultural idiosyncrasies. Paris is, of course, the country’s glittering centrepiece but there are countless beauty spots worth discovering outside of the City of Light. Sun yourself...
Get around
Train station
Le Teil Centre
8 hr 26 min
Train station
Le Teil
8 hr 26 min
Train station
La Bastide-St-Laurent-les-B.
10 hr 26 min
Bus stop
Vals Les Issoux
15 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Pets welcome
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
No air con
No wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Oliver
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.
This home is nominated for the Plum Guide Award.
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