Looking for a quiet little chalet to recharge your batteries? La Petite Maison is a 3-star chalet-style cottage, nestled in a peaceful, wooded property. 9 km from Bagnères-de-Bigorre, 15 km from Lourdes and 33 km from the Grand Tourmalet – La Mongie, it is the ideal starting point for hiking, skiing, cycling and discovering the Pic du Midi. After your walks, enjoy the private terrace without overlooking and the shared swimming pool for a real moment of relaxation. Unique and quiet. The space La Petite Maison welcomes you in a warm and cozy atmosphere, ideal for a stay for two in the Pyrenees. On the ground floor you will find a pleasant living room with a fireplace, perfect for creating a soft and comforting atmosphere after a day of hiking or skiing. A seating area with TV will allow you to relax, while the kitchen area offers everything you need to prepare your meals. Upstairs, the charming bedroom seduces with its beautiful ceiling height and exposed beams, which recall the chalet spirit and bring a lot of character to the room. The ensuite bathroom, equipped with a walk-in shower, completes this comfortable and intimate space. A real little cocoon to rest and enjoy the calm after a day exploring the beautiful landscapes of the Pyrenees. Other things to note Welcome to La Petite Maison Your guide to discover the most beautiful treasures of the Hautes-Pyrénées Welcome to the Hautes-Pyrénées, an exceptional region where majestic mountains, high-altitude lakes, authentic villages and spectacular landscapes mingle. Located between Bagnères-de-Bigorre, Lourdes and the Grand Tourmalet, La Petite Maison is ideally placed to explore the most beautiful sites in the region. Here are my favorites and top recommendations to make the most of your stay. ⸻ 🏔 The 15 most beautiful panoramas of the Hautes-Pyrénées Here are places that offer the most spectacular scenery in the area. 1. 🌄 The Pic du Midi de Bigorre An absolutely unique panorama of the entire Pyrenees mountain range. 👉 Do it at least once. 2. 🏔 The Cirque de Gavarnie A monumental natural amphitheater classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 3. 🌿 The Blue Lake – Lesponne Valley A spectacular turquoise lake surrounded by peaks. 4. 🌄 Lake Payolle The "little Canada of the Pyrenees", magnificent in any season. 5. 🏔 The Col du Tourmalet A mythical pass with incredible scenery. 6. 🌿 Lake Oncet Located under the Pic du Midi, an impressive high mountain setting. 7. 🌄 Le Montaigu A hike with exceptional views of the Pyrenees. 8. 🌲 The Gourgue d'Asque A spectacular gorge nicknamed the little Amazon of the Pyrenees. 9. 🌄 The Aspin Pass An open panorama of the mountains and valleys. 10. 🌿 Lake Isaby A beautiful, very peaceful high-altitude lake. 11. 🌄 The Helmet of Lhéris An accessible summit offering a great view of the plain and the mountain. 12. 🌲 The Valley of Salvation A magnificent forest above Bagnères-de-Bigorre. 13. 🌄 The Pic du Jer A spectacular viewpoint over Lourdes and the Pyrenees mountain range. 14. 🌿 Lake Ourrec A wild and uncrowded lake. 15. 🌄 The Trassouet viewpoint A superb and confidential panorama. ⸻ 🥾 My favorite walks Some walks can be done directly from the house in the hillsides. My favorites: • The Vallon du Salut • The Maintenon and Dramatiques alleys to the Croix de Manse • The fountain of Crastes then climb to the Casque du Lhéris • Tour of Lake Payolle • Lake Arrêt-Darré ⸻ 🌲 Remarkable natural sites Must-see: • The Esparros chasm – exceptional cave • The Pountilh waterfall • Castelloubon Valley – wild and beautiful • Cauterets and the Pont d'Espagne • The Pyrenees Animal Park in Argelès-Gazost ⸻ 🌄 Villages and places to discover • Bagnères-de-Bigorre – charming spa town • Aquensis thermal baths – relaxing time • Lourdes – the cave and the basilicas • Saint-Savin – very beautiful mountain village • Argelès-Gazost ⸻ 🍽 My favorite restaurants The region offers a rich gastronomy, from the friendly bistro to the gourmet table. ⭐ My favorites The Dream of Aghon – Bagnères-de-Bigorre Atypical place and cuisine. 👉 My absolute favorite. La Courte Échelle - Bagnères-de-Bigorre Warm atmosphere and inventive cuisine. The Perseids – Lézignan Chef Christophe Dufau's gourmet table. ⸻ 🍴 Other very good recommendations • La Table du Cinq - Bagnères-de-Bigorre • 28 opposite the Thermal Baths • Chez Octave – Bagnères-de-Bigorre • L'Auberge d'Orignac (workers' restaurant) ⸻ 🌄 Restaurants around Lake Payolle If you're going to Payolle: • Les Trois Pics – traditional Bigourdan cuisine • Les Marmottes • L'Arcoch • The Auberge du col de Beyrède ⸻ 🐾 Ideal walks with a dog • Vallon du Salut • Lac de Payolle • Crastes Fountain • Mont Lhéris • Lac de l 'Arrêt-Darré ⸻ 💛 A note from your host The Hautes-Pyrénées is a region that I love deeply, and I will always be happy to share with you my favorite spots, my favorite walks and my good recommendations. Don't hesitate to ask me for advice: I will be happy to help you discover the most beautiful landscapes and hidden treasures of the region. I hope you have a wonderful stay at La Petite Maison. Myriam