Title: Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights 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 Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights Cottage in Lavaudieu with kitchen and fireplace ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59612000/59611966/c5b54c31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59612000/59611966/3db94be8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59612000/59611966/d43ae97f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59612000/59611966/667ce5de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59612000/59611966/eaeff143.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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 Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights In a beautiful complex including the former summer residence of the sisters of Lavaudieu, the cottage is located in an outbuilding of the estate adjoining the owners' residence. Nearby: Lavaudieu 'Most beautiful village in France' 5 km away, Domeyrat castle 10 km away, Resistance Museum in Frugières-Le-Pin (3 km). All shops and services in Brioude (12 km). As an aside, you are on a filming location, the estate having been used for the filming of l'Instit (Le Crime de Valentin) and le Gave. Companies accepted Ground floor: laundry room with shared washing machine and dryer, shower room-wc. 1st floor: covered terrace, living room-kitchen (wood stove), 1 bedroom (1 bed 160), 1 bedroom (2 beds 120), bathroom, wc. Mezzanine with board games. Large shared courtyard, bike shelter. \*Service on request: Baby equipment: bed, high chair, bathtub. \*Services with supplement: Oil central heating: €60/week or €9/day. Wood for the fireplace in addition: €55/stere (1st fire free). Rental of sheets: 1 and 2-person bed: €9/bed. Rental of bathroom linen €4/pers. Supplement of €45 per animal \*Deposits requested on arrival if not taken when booking: \- gîte: €190 \- cleaning: €50. \- animal: €100 Optional services to be paid on site and to be reserved before your arrival: \- Pets: €45.0 per stay \- Towels: €4.26 per person per stay 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. From Brioude, take the direction of Puy en Velay by the RN 102. About 11 km after Brioude, turn left in the direction of Sens Interdit Except Riverains (old national road). At the end of the climb, turn left and follow the indication Gîtes de France. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90080000/90072200/90072119/d743b7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hideaway in Villeneuve-d'Allier ALLY - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=90072119&PinnedHotelID=90072119&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64660000/64659500/64659424/1c89124b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Auvergne house in lavaudieu Lavaudieu - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=64659424&PinnedHotelID=64659424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106163400/106163315/fce4db84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOUSE 8-9 people LAVAUDIEU, most beautiful village in France. 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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 Property Registration Number NOT\_REQUIRED 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 Gite Lavaudieu, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Lavaudieu 15011640895 Gite Lavaudieu, 2 bedrooms, 4 persons Private vacation home ## 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%7C45.24276%2C3.46565&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7P98IUP653G5YwWiGyoN_5sTDoA=) Lavaudieu, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes #### What's nearby - St. Andre Abbey - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles - Aquarium of Brioude - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles - St. Julian Basilica - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles - Sources and Gorges of Allier Trail - 13 min drive - 7.7 miles - Château de Chavaniac - 21 min drive - 11.1 miles #### Getting around - Paulhaguet Station - 6 min drive - Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Le Grand Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪B&B Les jardin d'Ana - ‬14 min drive - ‪La Carlingue - ‬11 min drive - ‪Laurent Christine - ‬8 min drive - ‪Chapitre V - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights located? > Situated in Lavaudieu, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez and within 3 miles (5 km) of Domeyrat Castle and St. Andre Abbey. Allier and St. Julian Basilica are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Countryside Retreat with Terrace, Near Lavaudieu's Scenic Highlights Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chantal p. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bonne adresse gite confortable , accueil sympathique des propriétaires et région très riche de sites a découvrir ##### chantal p. Stayed 14 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### denis r. 25 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sympathique endroit Agréable gîte bien équipé.. Endroit très calme et propriétaires accueillants.. ##### denis r. 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