※ Grove of Domes ※ Panorama of the Puys on Horseback ※

North of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park, your refuge is located in the heart of nature in the municipality of Châtel-Guyon, a thermal spa. Discover the beautiful Puys mountain range (30-minute drive to Puy-de-Dôme and Vulcania), or the surrounding landscapes thanks to the many hiking trails! You can also choose to take a horseback ride from the refuge, to discover in an original way a territory shaped by volcanoes, these sleeping giants The space . On the grounds of the riding school of Coralie and Kenn, your Homnest hosts, the refuge has all the amenities in 14 square meters perfectly optimized: * Sleeping area: one queen size bed 160 x 200 cm (2 adults) and a convertible bench (1 additional adult, extra bed) * Kitchen area: fridge, gas hob, sink, utensils, dishes and condiments * Living room area, dining area with table, chairs * Bathroom: sink, walk-in shower and eco-friendly toilet (dry toilet) * Soaps, towels and bed linens provided * Heating by a gas stove * Ceiling fan to cool you down (no air conditioning) * Outdoor furniture (except winter period): table, chairs & deck chairs (no barbecue) * Drinking water via a 5-liter fountain: do not drink tap water, which is supplied by a tank and is used for showers and dishes * Cleaning included * Free parking On the catering side, in addition and upon reservation at least 48 hours before your stay (then according to availability after this period), Coralie and Kenn offer you a wine & charcuterie basket delivered to your refuge for €25 On site, you can also book a horseback ride from the refuge, in a group and guided by your hosts (from €30 per person for 1 hour) - 1 person maximum per horse (adult or child) and children accepted from 12 years old. Maximum weight per person: 90 kg (for the well-being of the horses) GOOD TO KNOW: The refuge is installed in nature and is fully self-contained: electricity is produced by solar panels, the kitchen and heating are gas-powered and running water is stored in a tank. You have all the usual comforts, but the idea of an alternative habitat is also to become aware of its impact on the environment! As a result, a few rules are required during your stay: 1) Except for phones and laptops, do not plug in electrical appliances other than those provided on site, as this may damage the solar system. It is therefore not possible to use, for example, your hairdryer, a straightener or a raclette device 2) The risk of fire is very high in the middle of nature, it is strictly forbidden to smoke in the refuge and in the surroundings, but also to light any flame (no barbecue) 3) Wastewater is filtered by plants: you are asked to use only the 100% natural products provided (shower gel, dishwashing liquid) 4) No pets allowed in the shelter Guest access . Check-in: from 4 p.m. Check-out: before 10 a.m. Key box available in case of late arrival You have a free space to park, close to the refuge Access to the refuge is via a dirt road for about 400 meters. Low cars (sports type) may not pass/rub in some places Other things to note . The shelter is located on the equestrian center of Coralie and Kenn, who work on site. You may therefore come across them, as well as their animals, during your stay There is no Wi-Fi in the accommodation The entrance to the shelter is not on one level, it has a small staircase of 3 steps. The accommodation is not suitable for people with reduced mobility (PRM) Don't panic, you're not that far away: * Puy-de-Dôme & Vulcania: 30 min * Clermont-Ferrand: 30 min * Vichy: 50 min * Saint-Etienne: 1h45 * Bourges: 1h50 * Lyon: 2 hours * Limoges: 2h15 * Grenoble: 3 hours * Valence: 3 hours At Homnest, we immerse you in a world of extraordinary adventures, as close as possible to the localities & their inhabitants. Our concept? We make beautiful Eco-lodges, then we install them for free with friendly hosts, who want to welcome guests, in the heart of their regions, passions and local attractions. Our ambition is to install 1000 shelters, with 1000 fantastic hosts, everywhere on Earth (including Antarctica). Welcome to your hosts Coralie and Kenn!