Les Ebeteux Gîte / Hautes-Vosges / In the middle of nature

Le Gîte des Ebeteux – a nature retreat in the heart of the Vosges! Carefully renovated since 2019 to be closer to nature, the cottage is situated at 700 m altitude on a 6-hectare property in a protected natural area. Ideal for nature lovers seeking relaxation, a quiet long stay, families, or remote work: hiking and mountain bike trails start from the house, a wildlife observation hut, children’s play area, and animals on site … The space A Place of Simplicity and Nature The cottage embodies a vision of simplicity. It has been renovated using natural materials (lime, hemp, wood, stone) and reclaimed elements. It is heated with carefully selected wood from the surrounding forest, and a mountain spring flows right under the farmhouse porch. The atmosphere is warm and comfortable. However, you won’t find a television, microwave, or dishwasher here — a conscious choice shared throughout the entire property. The living room, kitchen, and dining area are on the ground floor; the two bedrooms and the bathroom are upstairs. The bed in the second bedroom can be arranged as a double for a couple or as two singles for children. Please note that the bedrooms are small, and the spiral staircase leading upstairs is quite narrow. The cottage is ideal for a couple with two or three children, or for two couples (total area: 60 m²). A floor mattress can be added in the second bedroom for a third child. The maximum capacity is five guests (4 adults maximum, or 2 adults with 2-3 children) — additional sleeping arrangements are not possible. The accommodation is attached but separate and completely independent from the rest of the farm, and features a private covered terrace with a table and chairs. The outdoor areas (garden, meadow, woods, playground, etc.) are shared with our family, including our two children aged 9 and 13. However, you will hardly be disturbed, as we have our own outdoor space on the other side of the house. In our gardens and meadows, we favor late, manual mowing to promote biodiversity of flora and fauna. Only the paths are mown regularly. We keep chickens on the property. Depending on our grazing rotation, you may also find a horse or sheeps in the fields. We gladly welcome family gatherings, but no parties or loud events, as we live in the adjoining house and the cottage is intended as a peaceful, restorative place. Other things to note We provide you with all linens, including bath towels, of Vosges quality. On request : barbecue and utensils, raclette machine, waffle iron, and other specific kitchen equipment... The cleaning fee includes: • €80 for the full cleaning of the cottage • €25 for the provision and care of bed linen and towels (high-quality natural fibers, carefully laundered) These fees are already included in the total price of your stay - there’s nothing extra to pay.