Title: Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove 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 house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove Cottage in Retournac with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419200/66419187/f85c86a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419200/66419187/43735785.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419200/66419187/839423d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419200/66419187/c1c0d12f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66420000/66419200/66419187/77bd7e84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4947 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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 house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove 1.5 hours from Clermont-Ferrand, 1.5 hours from Lyon and less than an hour from St Etienne, in the Loire gorges, is the village of Retournac. It is in the place called Giraudon, a hamlet perched on the mountainside, that you will find "Le repère de Léo". This recently renovated family house will be the cradle of fabulous holidays, as a couple or with family! Here, nature surrounds you and it is without a doubt that it will dazzle you in all seasons! From the cottage: many hikes suitable for all levels, observation and discovery of nature. A little further: discovery of the Loire Valley, supervised swimming beaches, various water activities, the Corboeuf ravine and its unique landscapes, many shops 10 minutes away by car. A little further: Discover the town of Puy en Velay and its many buildings listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the village of Polignac, the town of Yssingeaux and its famous market on Thursday mornings, the Mezenc plateau... The house is located on a plot of approximately 1500 m², it has two terraces, one facing east, the other west. The main room, equipped with a wood stove, is composed of a kitchen, a living room and a lounge area and toilet. Upstairs, a landing converted into a lounge area: library which serves: a bedroom equipped with a 140 cm bed and a second equipped with a 90 cm bed, a bathroom and a toilet. All-inclusive rates including: bed linen and towels for the stay, end-of-stay cleaning (however, the cottage must be tidied, the bins and dishwasher emptied, the bed linen grouped in the same place, and the toilets must be in a correct state of cleanliness), heating and electricity within the limit of reasonable and reasonable consumption (16Kwh/day) - if there is a large excess, it will be payable on site to the owners. 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. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### 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 - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112400000/112390200/112390118/74897e60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pretty cottage overlooking the Loire Valley and Château d'Artias Chamalières-sur-Loire - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=112390118&PinnedHotelID=112390118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38860000/38855100/38855100/04399998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ROULOTTE IN THE LOIRE GORGES Retournac - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=38855100&PinnedHotelID=38855100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33480100/33480018/b83acb3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renovated farmhouse on the banks of the Loire Retournac - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33480018&PinnedHotelID=33480018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107370000/107362600/107362526/dda815d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Haut d'Ancette by Interhome Saint Julien d'Ance - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=107362526&PinnedHotelID=107362526&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107370000/107362500/107362487/7438a084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Chomeil by Interhome Chamalieres-sur-Loire - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=107362487&PinnedHotelID=107362487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 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 ## About the area Retournac is home to this cottage. Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez and Le Puy Route reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Velay Express and Musée International Pétanque et Boules. [Visit our Retournac travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Retournac.dx553248634552948773) [View more Cottages in Retournac](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Retournac-Cottages.d553248634552948773-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C45.18814%2C4.01357&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Uq9Nmlnv0yoOfsupZj92vfef0FY=) Retournac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes ### What's nearby - Statue of Our Lady of France - 34 min drive - 22.7 miles - Le Puy Cathedral - 35 min drive - 25.8 miles - Musée Crozatier - 36 min drive - 26.2 miles - L'Abbaye de La Chaise Dieu - 36 min drive - 26.0 miles - Fortress of Polignac - 36 min drive - 23.3 miles ### Getting around - Vorey Retournac Station - 12 min drive - Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Le Gerbizon - ‬10 min drive - ‪Salon Cosy Camp - ‬12 min drive - ‪Le Suc Hulant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Bar des Amis - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming house in Loire gorges with terraces and wood stove located? > Situated in Retournac, this cottage is within 20 miles (32 km) of Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez, Centre Culturel et de Congrès Pierre Cardinal and Moulin de Vignal. Le Puy Cathedral and Moulin d'Ancette are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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