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Charming gite with character

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Besse-Et-Saint-Anastaise, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Lac Pavin
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Super-Besse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lac Chambon
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming gite with character

We offer you a renovated gite in the heart of Besse, close to the shuttle service for Super Besse, and Beffroi. The gite is located in the ramparts of Besse; it has an entrance overlooking the south-facing terrace, a large kitchen-dining room, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom (with bathtub and shower), a paved courtyard with freestones, and a small garden.
The gite is equipped with washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer, TV, DVD player, and it includes Wi-Fi. At the entrance, there is a ski room. The gite is being ranked.

Description:

Number of main rooms: ____4___________
Living area of the rental: ______around 100 sq. m
Garden: South oriented paved courtyard and small garden on the west side of the building.
First room: Living area (living room-kitchen), around 25 sq. m, east and west oriented.
Second room: Bedroom 1, around 15 sq. m, east facing.
Third room: Bedroom 2, around 15 sq. m, east facing.
Fourth room: Entrance, around 15 sq. m, south facing.
Bathroom and WC: around 15 sq. m, east facing.
Secondary rooms: Bedrooms hallway and corridor: 20 sq.m, north facing.
The gite is located in a private property in the old Besse. The entrance is completely independent from the main part of the house, and it is on the same level of the living area that has a view of the gardens of old Besse on one side and of the ramparts and Beffroi on the other. The bedrooms are on an intermediate level, in relation to the living room, and they have charming views of the old village. There is an internet area in the hallway outside the bedrooms.

The outdoor photos show different views from several rooms in the gite, and sites close by foot (less than 50 m) from the gite.

Garage/ Parking spaces: The courtyard can also be used as a parking space. In winter, we recommend parking the car in front of the gate so you are not trapped in by the snow.

In summer, a peaceful garden in the ramparts of the village is the place where you can cook a barbecue, have a nap, or simply do nothing...

Cot and high chair upon request.

The rental is for one week.
It is possible to rent the gite for 2 days on the weekend, at any time other than school holidays and May peaks, for € 220.

Property manager

Pierre Fenies
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

Located in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Super-Besse and Madalet 1 Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chaudefour Valley Nature Reserve and Lac Pavin. Musée du Ski and Super Coaster are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Besse-Et-Saint-Anastaise, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

What's nearby

  • Lac Pavin - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Super-Besse - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lac Chambon - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Mont-Dore Station - 39 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Puy de Sancy - 47 min drive - 35.7 km

Getting around

  • Parent-Coudes-Champeix Station - 30 min drive
  • Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Arbalette - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Le Lac Pavin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lac Chambon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Souillarde - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hôtel la Gazelle - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming gite with character pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming gite with character?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming gite with character?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming gite with character located?

Located in the mountains, this slopeside holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise within 2 miles (3 km) of Musée du Ski and Chiloza Falls, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Lac Pavin is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Helen L.

Interesting house
This is a renovated property with an idiosyncratic layout - basically in two different buildings connected by an interior, private corridor. The house was very clean and the private parking space was very welcome. The bedrooms were good size, but both faced on to the town square which made them noisy, even with windows closed. The bathroom was huge, but with a doorway that you had to bend down to pass through (under 5'6"). The kitchen had all sorts of fancy gadgets, but no lids for the pots. There was one small sofa that seated two - other seating was upright plastic chairs. There was an unexpected cleaning charge of 60 euros that was not mentioned in the original listing - and that we only learned of a few days before our arrival. On the plus side, the outdoor space would be lovely in warmer weather and Besse is a charming town that makes a very good center for local sightseeing.

8/10 Good

Sophie M.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jolie village
très agréable séjour , bien situe , calme et reposant
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yves L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bel emplacement
Tout est accessible à pied
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mireille V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très jolie région
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans le joli petit village de Besse et dans la maison au top. Le logement est très bien situé pour faire tous les incontournables de la magnifique région du Sancy. Nous y reviendrons très certainement.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

veronique b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
charme et confort
logement très agréable, avec une belle terrasse pour profiter du beau temps avant de visiter cette cité médiévale. Environnement magnifique, ballades entre volcans, cascades et lacs. Je recommande vivement.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sejour de vacances
parfait
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrice A., Saint cernin de larche

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Besse
Super appartement, comme dans la descriptions tout est parfait, la vue des chambres donne directement sur l'intérieur des remparts et permet de voir l'ambiance. La wifi à besoin d'un amplificateur car nous avons pas pu l'utiliser. Sinon vraiment très bien je recommande et les propriétaires son super gentil.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIE LAURE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location parfaite
Tres bon sejour en Auvergne, location superbe, bien placée dans le village, parfait, à recommander. Nous reviendrons
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agréable séjour
Ravie d'avoir séjourné dans cette maison à la situation idéale pour des balades dans le Sancy et le Cézallier, tout en profitant de l'animation de l'aimable ville de Besse.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Etienne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atypique et très bien situé
Gite idéal pour découvrir la région de Besse, peut-être un peu cher malgré tout...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christophe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Situation exceptionnelle
Tout était très bien, proche de la perfection. L'emplacement au coeur du village de Besse est exceptionnel. L'appartement est très bien équipé, spacieux, agréable. Nous étions trois : chacun sa chambre avec salle d'eau. Parfait. Le rapport qualité-prix est très satisfaisant. Ne manquait plus que la pension complète, la piscine et le spa...et la lune pour les plus exigeants jamais contents. Merci.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bon séjour !
Très bon séjour dans un cadre très agréable (spacieux, lumineux, propre, bien équipé). Au sein de la cité médiéval, logement très bien situé, à proximité de plusieurs commerces et de très nombreuses activités !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

bernard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très beau gîte et excellent contact avec l hôte
Sejour très agreable
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Benoit C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un bel appartement en plein centre de Besse
Bel appartement, spacieux avec un grand séjour salle à manger cuisine, tout ouvert. L’emplacement des chambres vous fera passer par un escalier en pierre de taille qui pourra en surprendre certains mais très agréable. Les chambres sont tout aussi spacieuses et les deux salles de bain avec toilettes sont parfaites. La proximité du centre, des restaurants et autres boutiques rend ce lieu très agréable à vivre avec une véritable vie de bourg en saison dans une ambiance médiévale. L’accès à la station est très simple via la route en voiture, ou bien avec la navette située à 3 minutes à pied. Le plus, une entrée spacieuse qui permet de déposer ses affaires après le ski (ou la randonnée) et qui donne sur une terrasse/entrée de plein pied avec la maison. Bref un excellent séjour!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une maison spacieuse et cosy
Une maison au coeur de Besse, avec le charme de l'ancien, spacieuse, bien agencée et confortable, bien équipée; le plus, la petite terrasse avec vue sur le beffroi, top!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Besse, besser, schööön
Eine charmante Unterkunft, die Zimmer haben eine angenehme Grösse, jedes der beiden Schlafzimmer ist mit einem Bad mit Dusche und WC verbunden. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet, alles war sehr sauber, Geschäfte und Lokale sind zu Fuss problemlos erreichbar. Wir haben von Besse aus viele Ausflüge gemacht und natürlich auch das liebevoll hergerichtete Besse erkundet. Ein wundervoller Urlaub, wir werden alle sehr gerne daran zurückdenken. Danke Pierre!!! Wir sprechen sehr gerne eine Empfehlung aus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josiane P., NOISEAU

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une très belle location
Avons passé un très bon séjour. Le logement est propre, bien décoré, grand, fonctionnel, bien équipé. 2 belles chambres avec chacune douche et WC. Propriétaires très gentils . Situé dans le joli village médiéval de Besse.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

sindy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parfait
Propreté irréprochable . Emplacement idéal , accès à pieds à tous commerces . Parfait avec des enfants . Propriétaire disponible et discret Je recommande vivement
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Christophe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C'était parfait
Situation, accès , logement tout était parfait, juste une toute petite chose la lumière qui est dans le couloir qui donne accès au couloir est commune avec le logement du propriétaire , donc ne soyez pas surpris si elle s' allume toute seule ce n' est pas un fantôme 🤣, et dernière petite chose le manque de civisme de certaines personnes qui stationnement juste devant le portail d'accès du gîte qui est en stationnement interdit et normalement réservé au locataire du logement, mais je reviendrai sans aucune hésitation . Merci pour ce magnifique séjour dans une si belle région.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olivier G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bel appartement de charme.
Magnifique appartement, très vaste et décoré avec beaucoup de goût. Très calme et confortable. Situé à l une des entrées de Besse,tout se fait à pied.Beau jardin dans le creux des remparts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois C., Chaville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très agréable weekend prolongé
Très joli gîte spacieux et confortable en plein centre ville avec un environnement immédiat charmant. Commerces aux pieds de la maison. Idéalement placé pour le VTT et la marche. Propriétaire très avenant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Au top
Parfait à tout point de vue : une propreté irréprochable, deux vraies chambres avec salle de bain, une pièce de vie très fonctionnelle et une terrasse très agréable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

guilaine g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Parfait
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Pierre Fenies

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What makes this property unique

The gite is located in the heart of the old village; there is no need to take your car to do the shopping. Every Monday, you can taste natural products from the region at the local market.
The gite at the ramparts is in an old construction, the living room is completely renovated to today's standards on the part of the house from the XIX century. The freestone staircase is from the XVI century, and the bedrooms are from the XVIII century. The house is decorated with antique family furniture. But all the beds are new! Double-glazing and double cladding on the walls help maintain the heat in during winter and provide coolness during summer.
Bathtub and shower in bathroom.
The view is magical and relaxing... On one side, you have Besse's main square, with a fountain and restaurant terraces...
On the other side, you have a view of the ramparts, the old Beffroi, gardens, and the south terrace with complete calm.
From the gite, you can hike to Pavin Lake, 1h30 min away by foot (5 min by car).
Skiing in winter, mountain biking in summer, fishing in spring, and mushroom picking in autumn...
From the gite, you can visit many cultural and natural sites with a car, by foot or bike...

Languages:

English, French

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