Title: Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Cottage in Autrac with kitchen ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/3c58fb47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/720ef823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/9686c9a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/098acfcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/fc4253f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays provides everything that you need. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays On the borders of Haute-Loire, Cantal and Puy de Dôme, in a preserved environment is the village of Autrac. This is where Antony and Michelle have just renovated a family home to transform it into a pleasant holiday home. The undeniable plus of this pretty house is to be close to the farm of the owners who will be happy to make you discover their profession and their animals! Possibility of table d'hôte on request. On site: discovery of life on the farm, walk, observation of the local fauna and flora. Nearby: Ardes sur Couze animal park, visit of one of the most beautiful villages in France "Blesle" ... A little further: Discovery of the Puys d'Auvergne, the towns of Brioude or Puy en Velay Wood stove (wood provided 40 euros per cubic meter) electricity extra. cleaning 50 euros sheets 10 Euros On an enclosed lawned plot with a beautiful cobbled terrace. The entrance to the house is through the living room, it is equipped with a wood stove. The fully equipped kitchen (small appliances, dishwasher, oven, microwave, etc.) is on the same level (2 steps to access it). A laundry room completes this level. A first bedroom is accessible on the first floor (above the kitchen) it is equipped with 2 90 cm beds and a bathroom. Access via the landing to the second bedroom. It is equipped with a 140 cm bed. The third bedroom is located above the living room, it is equipped with a 140 cm bed, on the landing you will also have a bathroom. No communication possible between the two bedrooms via the upper floor. Wood stove (wood provided) Electricity extra depending on consumption cleaning 50 euros sheets 10 Euros 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. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Wood stove ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76740000/76739000/76738971/a833d7f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet country house animals welcome Léotoing - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=76738971&PinnedHotelID=76738971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16600000/16597500/16597493/fcac95db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday home with private terrace Saint Beauzire - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=16597493&PinnedHotelID=16597493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113439000/113438996/6469eed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy chalet in a quiet location, with breathtaking mountain views. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 19235069541 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.34116%2C3.12758&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Spft529dDf5pK1UGknD_KAMP4lE=) Autrac #### What's nearby - Parc Animalier d'Auvergne - 29 min drive - 15.8 miles - Lac Pavin - 52 min drive - 35.1 miles - Super-Besse - 54 min drive - 36.3 miles - Château de Murol - 55 min drive - 38.7 miles - Lac Chambon - 58 min drive - 38.9 miles #### Getting around - Massiac-Blesle Station - 20 min drive - Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Fontaine d'Anzat - ‬9 min drive - ‪Avinin Didier - ‬13 min drive - ‪brasserie la Couzine - ‬16 min drive - ‪La Bonne Auberge - ‬21 min drive - ‪Bar de la Tour - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays located? > Situated in Autrac, this cottage is within 20 miles (32 km) of Sources and Gorges of Allier Trail, St. Julian Basilica and Aquarium of Brioude. Parc Animalier d'Auvergne and Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### henri e. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Gite agréable Accueil très sympathique des propriétaires. Belle region ##### henri e. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone N. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Ein sehr schönes Haus in phantastischer Umgebung Wir haben eine sehr schöne Zeit in diesem schönen Haus verbracht. Wir fanden alles wie beschrieben vor.Es war ausreichend Platz für 5 Personen.Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Die Duschen sind sehr schön.Lebensmittel gibt es in Blesle, der Bäcker ist großartig. Dienstags muss man nach Massiac.Dort ist auch ein Intermarché, in dem man alles Notwendige bekommen kann. Es gibt Tausende Dinge in der Gegend zu tun.Rings ums Haus kommt man sich vor wie im schottischen Hochland.Klares Go für dieses Haus. ##### Simone N. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie L. 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Gite parfait pour se reposer en pleine nature Très bonne semaine dans ce gite bien équipé et très confortable. Au calme pour se reposer. ##### Marie L. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Odile C. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances octobre/novembre Une semaine au calme de la campagne et de ces magnifiques paysages.Le gîte des martinets est accueillant et chaleureux comme les propriétaires.A noter que les activités sont un peu éloignées.Agreable séjour.Je recommandé. Néanmoins ##### Odile C. 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