Location: Vallon-Pont-dArc, Rhone-Alpes, France, Europe (Nimes airport is at 40 min. distance, Avignon is 50 km away)
Accommodations: 18th Century Stone House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Part of a tiny Hamlet, “Le Pigeonnier “is an 18th Century Pigeon Loft with character, history and charm. It has been lovingly restored with beautifully exposed beams in the top floor bedroom. The living room has a fireplace and original stucco décor on the ceiling. The view from the front terrace overlooks the rolling wooded hills and valley. It lies in a “Parc Naturel” and is therefore in a quiet, calm location. It has it’s own large garden planted with local shrubs and herbs and surrounded by a typical low stone wall. Relaxing evenings can be spent sipping wine, having some of the wonderful local specialities and enjoying the spectacular night sky! During the day, should you enjoy walking, you can explore the numerous tracks beginning right at the front door. The uncontaminated region of the Ardèche makes it an ideal place to undertake walking tours at every level. There are over 6000km of paths that await you, 600 km of which are labelled GR, 650 km are coded Countryside GR and about 4500km of walks. Furthermore, during the course of the various seasons, numerous outings that are based on specific themes are on offer: to cite just a few examples: medicinal plants, geology, botany many others. You could also simply choose to go for a 30 minute walk down through the woods and enjoy a swim in the Ardèche River! Depending on the season and the water level, you can even lie on the beach along the shore! Should canoeing or kayaking be an activity you enjoy or would like to try, the Ardèche Region is a corner of Paradise. With approximately 100 different rivers to explore having a good time is a given thing. The Ardèche River itself varies from level VI to I and therefore everyone can find a stretch suited to each individual capacity: from impressive waterfalls for the experts to ideal conditions in which children can be introduced to the sport! There are plenty of guides available and the equipment can be hired on the spot, just a couple of miles from the house. The area of the Ardèche is also a well-known for the numerous possibilities it offers for climbers: 2000 itineraries located in more than 60 sites. Should two wheels be your preferred means of exploring the countryside, the small country roads of the Ardèche are ideal for cycling enthusiasts. You can criss-cross the area in every direction through various surroundings: Forests of Pine and Chestnut, following the course of the Loire River (yes, it has it's source in the Cévennes!), along the Rhone River or simply drifting through the numerous vineyards and small towns along the way. There are over 3000 different itineraries of varying degrees of difficulty and length available in some 150 Itinerary Packs you may purchase at the Tourist Office in Vallon Pont d'Arc. They are either based on length or on themes and contain all the necessary information to make your Tour a success.You might also like to discover the region by joining the "La Roue Libre Vallonnaise" cyclists who generally organize two weekly outings that leave from the square in front of the Town Hall in Vallon Pont d'Arc , 7 kms away.The major biking event during the entire year is the famous "Ardechoise" a race in Mid June that attracts hundreds of participants from all over. Another understandably very popular venue takes place in Mid-August: the Cycling Tour of the Vineyards from Aubenas to Ruoms!
From Le Pigeonnier it’s possible to take many different day trips by car to places such as Avignon, Orange, Nimes, Aix-en-Provence, the famous Aqueduct of Pont du Gard or any of the numerous medieval villages in the vicinity. Another beautiful drive will take you along the “Route des Vins” through some of France’s most renouned vineyards and to Chateauneuf-du-Pape and it’s wine-cellars. For a complete “change of scenery”, why not drive to St.Tropez and the Cote d’Azur ?
The climate of the Ardèche region makes it an ideal spot for out-of-season vacationing too! The numerous cultural, gastronomic and natural attractions of the area make it interesting for one and all.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer is in the House
- Linens Provided: Linens are available on request
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In Euros)
Rates range from €450-€750/week depending on season, excluding heating.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Le Pigeonnier seen from the Garden - Provence, France Vacation Rentals
- Coming through the front door on the way upstairs - Provence, France Vacation Rentals
- Bedroom with oak beams - Provence, France Vacation Rentals
- Terrasse Dining Area
- Terrasse Dining Area from Outside
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What a lovely, warm home to come to! Thank you for sharing it with us! Beautiful surroundings too...a great holiday..
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"Nous revoilà, 12 mois plus tard......Nous avons passé de très belles semaines dans votre Pigeonnier...Merci de votre cadeau qui nous fait revivre à la maison les moments agréables du Pigeonnier"... "J'ai passé un très bel séjour au Pigeonnier! C'est très agréable s'endormir avec le bruit des cigales....il n'y a rien à ajouter dans le Pigeonnier...tout est parfait! J'ai bien aimé les visites aussi....les grottes, l'Aven, le Musée, le Pont d'Arc est magnifique aussi : beau paysage, baignades et canoe dans l'Ardèche! Tout cela m'a permis de passer une merveilleuse semaine...." "Séjour très agréable au Pigeonnier! L'amenagement est très bien pensé. Rien ne manque. Le dossier dans lequel se trouvent toutes les bonnes idées de visites nous a bien aidé et nous le recommandons particulièrement au futurs visiteurs. Bien sur la descente des Gorges en Kayak est incroyable...Le tout est à recommander!" "Una vacanza indimenticabile in una zona splendida in una casa accogliente, confortevole e arredata con grande cura....Grazie Gabrielle e Carlo"oici quelques "Thank you for providing us with such a lovely, cosy home for our holidays...." "Die Ferien sind vorbei...was haben wir nicht alles erlebt: wandern, Klettern, Schwimmen, Arles, Nimes, Avignon..kein Regen, kein Fernsehen und viel lesen, und Sonne! Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und fahren mit schwerem Herzen nach Hause....Vielen Dank an die Hausbesitzer!"