Stylish detached stone gîte with stunning views
Le Mouy Vieux is set in a peaceful location on a gently sloping south-facing hillside in the Livradois Forez national park.
' un panorama de rêve,' a panorama of dreams as quoted of the region by renowned french writer and anthropologist Henri Pourrat 1887-1959 who lived here in Vernet la Varenne.
We are only 2kms from the village, 15 kms from the main A75 auto route at Issoire and 30 minutes south of the cathedral city of Clermont-Ferrand.
This quiet location comprises of 2 separate luxury gites both with private gardens, entrances and amazing south facing views.
Maison Blanche is a detached stone cottage beautifully converted and ideal for couples looking for a romantic retreat.
It's high vaulted & beamed ceiling gives light & airy studio accommodation which is furnished to a high standard in a romantic contemporary style.
King size & comfortable four poster bed.
Single bed or cot if required.
Sofa & armchairs grouped around large inglenook fireplace with wood burner for cozy autumn and winter stays.
Open plan kitchen well equipped with crockery & utensils,
built in oven, gas hob, microwave,fridge etc;
Dining area seats up to 4
TV/DVD/CD radio.
Dvd's, books & games.
Shower room and WC
South facing terrace with BBQ,dining area, outdoor reclining chairs and garden with recliners and dining table & chairs
fantastic views.
Quality bedding and towels supplied,
sleeps 2-3 ( a small supplement of 12 euros per week for single bed if towels and bedding are required)
Use of washing machine & dryer in owners laundry room for a small charge.
Le Mouy-Vieux is set on a gently sloping south facing hillside with spectacular views of the Cantal mountains, Mont Dore & Sancy and from the top of the lane the magnificent Puy-De-Dome volcano.
The area is renowned for its unique volcanic scenery, its flora & fauna and is a nature lovers paradise.
Plenty to do for the energetic too, the swimming lake has a cafe, pedalos,play area, it is within walking distance as is the village of Vernet la Varenne (2km) where you will find a restaurant boulangerie,tabac,chemist,small supermarket,bar, brocante & weekly market. The picturesque chateau high above the village holds annual art exhibitions, and is a venue for musical evenings & dances.
Plenty of local activities such as VTT(mountain biking) Riding stables,quad biking,organised hikes,nature trails and amethyst hunts Many years ago the area was a major source of amethysts and they can still be found scattered around if you know where to look and is recognised as a premier geological site of France.
Visit the range of extinct volcanos, hiking trails and wander through the beautiful valleys,medieval villages,romanesque churches and brocantes in the area.
More details about both gites, local activities and the surrounding area on my website.
www.le-mouy-vieux.com
This property has been listed with Chez Nous for 5 years
Le Mouy Vieux maison Blanche Property Features
Location Type
Accessibility
Housekeeping & Services
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Bed Linen Included
- Towels Included
- Fuel and Power Included
- Pets Allowed
- Cot
- High Chair
- No Smoking
Open Fire/Wood Burner
Ground Floor Facilities
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Toilet
- Ground Floor Shower
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Fridge
- Toaster
- Oven
- Hob
- Coffee Machine
Internet Access
Entertainment
- TV - Satellite or Cable
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Games
- Radio
Leisure Equipment
- Sun Loungers
- Patio Furniture
- Barbecue
Garden/Terrace/Play area
- Private garden
- Terrace / patio
- Enclosed garden / play area
Parking available
Activities within 20min drive of the property
- Fishing
- Wine Tour
- Outlet Shopping
- Tennis
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Horse Riding
- Walking
- Cycling
- Pub/Bar within 1 mile
Local Water Sports
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming (indoor pool)
- Swimming (outdoor pool)
- Canoeing
- Kayaking