Terre cottage for 1-4 people, quiet, close to Vulcania & lakes

Old farmhouse renovated into 3 cottages — "TERRE, CIEL and VOLCANS" — located in a quiet environment, surrounded by nature. 20 minutes from Puy-de-Dôme, Vulcania and the Lemptegy Volcano. Lakes for swimming are 10, 20 and 30 minutes away. Hikes from the vacation rental, and between 20-40 minutes to reach the Puy-de-Dôme range and the Sancy massif. We welcome you to the TERRE cottage (50 m²), which is comfortable and functional, ideal for a stay with family or friends. The space ON THE GROUND FLOOR: - Cozy living room with sofa (pull-out bed), dining table, books, magazines and board games - Kitchenette equipped with all the necessities (classic coffee maker, kettle, microwave, etc.) - Bathroom and WC with PRM access UPSTAIRS: - 1 bedroom with double bed (140 x 190 cm) and baby bed - 1 bedroom with two single beds (90 x 200 cm) OUTSIDE: - Private terrace - Shared green spaces Everything is included for a peaceful stay: end-of-stay cleaning and bed linens are included in the price. You arrive, you enjoy yourself, without any constraints. Our cottage is located in Gelles, in the Puy-de-Dôme, in the heart of a quiet and authentic hamlet, 40 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand and 6 km from the A89 exit. Great for a nature stay in the heart of Auvergne. Nearby, discover the region's must-see sites: - Chaîne des Puys (UNESCO World Heritage Site) - Puy-de-Dôme 15 km away - Vulcania 12 km away - Lemptégy Volcano 12 km away - Mont-Dore and the Sancy massif 24 km away - Super-Besse 32 km away - Lacs d'Aydat 20 km away - Lake Chambon 26 km away - Anschald water body 7 km away - Lac des Fades beach 14 km away There are plenty of outdoor activities year-round: Hiking and walking: - 2 hikes of 3-4 hours from the cottage - 20 min away: Puy-de-Dôme, Puy de Pariou, Puy de la Vache, Puy Lassolas, Saint-Pierre-Chastel, etc. - 30-40 min away: Lake Guery, Lake Servière, the large Mont-Dore waterfall, the Sancy Massif, etc. - Mountain biking, road biking and gravel biking - Swimming in lakes: Plan d'eau d'Anschald, Lac de Fades, Lac d'Aydat, Gour de Tazenat, Lac Chambon During the winter: Downhill skiing, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, tobogganing The region also offers cultural and gourmet attractions: - Characterful villages and Romanesque churches (Saint-Nectaire, Volvic, Orcival, etc.) - Clermont-Ferrand and its lava stone cathedral - Local markets and producers - Cheeses and gastronomy of Auvergne An ideal place to recharge your batteries, enjoy the calm and discover authentic Auvergne, as a couple, with family or with friends. OUR ANIMALS (who live with us but whom you will certainly meet during your stay): - Oreo, our playful Border Collie, sometimes a walking companion - Arwen, our discreet and cuddly cat - Gokyo, our very affectionate donkey - Antoine the rooster and his hens, in the nearby meadow CHEESE PLATTERS / MEALS Olivier, owner of the gites and the Nivesse cheese factory in Clermont-Ferrand since 2003, is a passionate cheese maker and ripener. He selects, matures, and showcases the region's cheeses with high standards and expertise. Always happy to share his profession, he will introduce you to the art of ripening through his platters. Cheeses: ~€16/person (adult) (Prices can be adjusted according to your wishes – quote upon request) ➡️ Option to order cheeses (raclette, fondue, truffade, etc.) ➡️ During the summer season, we now offer an aperitif and dinner board. This is a generous package, designed to replace an evening meal, consisting of a selection of cheeses, bread, as well as several homemade preparations: a pesto and a savory cake. Passionate about simple, gourmet, and quality cuisine, I like to prepare these little treats myself. The price is €58 for 4 people. Don't hesitate to contact us: we will be delighted to introduce you to our world through cuisine full of flavor and generosity. MASSAGES & WELLNESS MOMENTS Sylvie, passionate about nature and living things, has been taking care of others through her practices for over 10 years. She offers massages (30 m from the vacation rental) for a real moment of relaxation during your stay, as well as the chance to discover simple and tasty vegetarian and plant-based cuisine. Massage: 30 to 90 min – €30 to €90 Couples massage: 1 hour – €120 / 75 min – €150 Foot reflexology: 1 hr – €60 Palmar and facial reflexology: 45 min – €45 / 1 hr – €60 Seated Amma (clothed): 20 min. – €25 Guest access The entire vacation rental is at your disposal as well as the green spaces outside. Other things to note Extra services (not included in base rate): - Linens package: Complete set: 2 euros per person.