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An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
La Chaux-de-Fonds, NE
  • Bois du Petit-Chateau Zoo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • International Clock-making Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • La Maison Blanche
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • La Chaux-de-Fonds (ZHV-Les Eplatures)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park!

nenufar, guest house - Doubs Regional Nature Park


Holidays "differently"?
Feet in the water, in the middle of nature?
Breathe, take a nap under a tree in the forest?
Live at your own pace, prepare your meals at the "singing" hours?
Be curious about a refined and tastefully decorated interior?
Drift over the water in your canoe?
Picnic on a small wild beach?
In the summer, swim in the river, right in front of the house?
Hope to see the splendid kingfisher?
Watching the light draw your dreams to the surface of the water?

.... nenufar is for you!

Welcome !
Our guest house is an old school, built in 1920 on the banks of the Doubs in Switzerland.
Located in the small hamlet of La Maison-Monsieur, in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Doubs, it welcomes you in an absolutely unique environment, an extraordinary poetry.
The sweetness of life and the suspended time ...

An idyllic setting
A parking space in front of the guest house
A small terrace for idleness
A private garden with washbasin, table, parasol and deck chairs
2 individual canoes, and a large family canoe over 5 meters for 2 adults and 2 children, free and fully available for all week, to play Indians on the river. (Estimated cost if you had to rent them in addition for the week: CHF 30.- per adult and per day ... we leave you to calculate)
Swimming in the Doubs right in front of the holiday home - the most beautiful natural pool you can dream of! Firming effect guaranteed, given the relative coolness of the water temperature ...
Walks in a wild and preserved nature, VTT, fishing ...

An exceptional house
150 square meters livable on 3 levels, luxuriously renovated and decorated, with an absolutely unique charm!

Capacity: 4 people + possibly 1 extra bed for a 5th person, voluntarily no more to be able to enjoy the space.

Come in !
GROUND FLOOR :
The large hall, which used to welcome every morning no less than 30 students, welcomes you with its former school desk and library with books targeted on our region (walks, fauna and flora, the Doubs, the region and a selection of Neuchâtel art).
You will also find a cloakroom and a wardrobe, a washing machine and a toilet with a washbasin.
The old classroom has become a large living room of 50 square meters, with panoramic views of the river. 2 very large sofas allow you to relax, read, dream ... by the fire if the evenings are cool. Piano upright, desk and small table to work and / or draw in calm. Easel painting available.

STAGES:
After having climbed the granite staircase, you will find on the first floor the open, modern and fully equipped kitchen: vitro vitreous, extractor hood, forced-heat oven, fridge with small freezer, dishwasher as well as toaster and caquelon to molten.
At your disposal, organic food of choice, arranged in pretty glass jars: rice, cereals, lentils, various kinds of pasta, coffee, cocoa, a choice of twenty teas and herbal teas, chocolate , sugar etc. To discover: original spices from around the world and some local products selected for you: "Mortuacienne" lemonade, artisanal syrups, Franches-Montagnes honey, special jams, salted butter caramel from Biaufond ...
A welcome aperitif and a bottle of Neuchâtel red wine offered!
Dining room with extraordinary bird's-eye view of the river and ... the waterfalls of the opposite bank! Small reading room. Wood stove. Japanese tatami bed, which can be used as an extra bed. Corner office, internet access by secure wifi. Tablet docking station, all-purpose fixed telephone for Swiss communications, high-quality Bluetooth speaker.

"Libellule" bathroom with 2 basins, Philippe Starck taps, home made mosaic, numerous shelves and storage baskets, hair dryer and shower with glass doors. All the shower products and shampoos at your disposal are organic and of the highest quality. The towels, towels and bath towels are provided and included in the rental price.

Real natural spring water taps! - thank you in advance for not wasting it.

The spiral art deco style takes you to your "nests" mezzanine, equipped with quality bedding: solid wood beds, mattresses and sommiers happy sheets and linen bed linen or organic cotton satin. A bedroom with king size bed (1m80 wide), another semi-detached with 2 twin beds that can form a large one. Storage cabinet with hangers, many shelves and storage baskets.

The sheets, pillowcases and pillows for the beds are first quality (linen or organic cotton) and are included in the rental price.

Property manager

Nathalie Dubois

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Escaliers en colimaçon : enfants admis dès 5 ans
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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
Terrasse équipée pour fumeurs

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Chaux-de-Fonds

Located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. La Chaux-de-Fonds District and La Maison Blanche are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at La Corbatière and Saint - Imier Funicular Station. Bois du Petit-Chateau Zoo and Combe St. Martin 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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La Chaux-de-Fonds, NE

What's nearby

  • Bois du Petit-Chateau Zoo - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • International Clock-making Museum - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • La Maison Blanche - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Les Echelles de la Mort - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall - 37 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Le Chaux-de-Fonds Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferme des Brandt - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪la Plage des Six Pompes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪ABC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Cheminée - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant de Biaufond - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is An old school with unique charm in the heart of the Doubs Natural Park! located?

Located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course, steps from La Chaux-de-Fonds District and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Doubs Nature Park. Les Echelles de la Mort and Chasseral Nature Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hila N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place !
The house is beautiful, the owners are friendly and informative and the lake is magnificent. Take the canoe out to the lake, go for a hike or just enjoy the view - it is a unique place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip
Amazing property with unique charm! Great place to unwind and enjoy nature.
Stayed 35 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oase am Doubs
Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen ☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jochen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekt geeignet für ruhesuchende Naturliebhaber.
Ein ganz besonderer Ort mit liebvoller, stilvoller Einrichtung. Man merkt, dass die Besitzer Teile es Jahres selbst darin wohnen. Haus und Garten sind sehr großzügig. Das Kanufahren auf dem Fluss (Schwimmwesten sind genug vorhanden) ist wunderschön. Wir haben u.a. einen Eisvogel gesehen. Die Besitzer sind sehr nette, zuvorkommende Menschen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natur, Ruhe, Wohlfühloase
Der Empfang der Besitzerin war charmant und unkompliziert. :) Das Haus ist ein Juwel an einem wunderschönen Fleckchen Erde am ruhig dahinfliessenden Doubs. Die Ruhe da ist einzigartig. Wir werden wiederkehren!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Einfach toll
Es war unglaublich schön und erholsam. Das Ferienhaus ist zauberhaft und liebevoll eingerichtet. Es ist ein Traum.

10/10 Excellent

Katrin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaus am Traumfluss
Wir haben eine Woche hier verbracht und jede Sekunde genossen! Das Haus ist noch schöner und größer als man es sich vorstellt! Wir haben uns alle sofort wohlgefühlt! Die Natur hat uns auch überwältigt! Der Doubs fließt so langsam, dass es den Eindruck hat, als wäre er ein See. Ein langer, spannender, abwechslungsreicher See! Wir haben Eisvögel, Enten und Blesshühner mit ihren Küken gesehen, Hechte und viele, viele andere Fische! Wir haben die Woche mit Kanufahren, Schwimmen und Wandern verbracht und freuen uns auf ein Wiedersehen! Nathalie und Christian waren sehr nette und zuvorkommende Gastgeber! Rundum: alle Daumen hoch!

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Stunning house in stunning location
You aren't renting a house you are borrowing a home! We were amazed how lovely this house really is. It is exactly like it's description (plenty aren't!!) on the website. Beautifully styled and renovated house in a tiny hamlet on the edge of the river. Nathalie, the owner, is delightful and welcomed us with a tour of the house, explanation about how everything works and offered us drinks and snacks. You definitely need a car to stay here as it is in a remote area but a large town is only 15 minutes drive away. Our three children (14,11 and 9) loved the holiday too. Lots of canoeing/kayaking in the river along with swimming. Wonderful experience at the little restaurant next door having fondue- not to be missed! I can't recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Nathalie Dubois

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Languages:

English, French, German, Italian