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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 678 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

River Cottage

Gite sleeps 4-6, refurbished in 2022, small covered and enclosed terrace, with outdoor dining area. Located in a village with all amenities, in the heart of the Parc Naturel des Volcans d'Auvergne, halfway between the Massif du Sancy and the Chaîne des Puys, 1/2 hour west of Clermont-Ferrand. Peace and quiet, nature, hiking, biodiversity, wide open spaces.

Renovated village house, sleeps 4-6, 3 levels:
- Entrance: covered terrace (8.5 m square), fenced. Outdoor furniture (table, chairs, barbecue).
- Ground floor: Living room, fully-equipped kitchen (oven, dishwasher, induction hob, microwave, extractor fan, Senseo coffee maker, kettle, etc.), utility room, + fireplace area (small sitting area/pellet stove, with pellets provided).
- 1st floor: TV/fibre lounge/office area, armchairs and sofa. The sofa can be converted into a 160cm bed => room fitted with blackout curtains to make an extra bedroom. Bathroom: Italian shower, washbasin, washing machine (iron, clotheshorse, hairdryer).
- Attic: 2 bedrooms, master (160cm bed) and children's (2 80cm beds, which can be made into a 160cm bed) and reading area. A cot can be provided on request.
The accommodation does not have a garden, but does have a small covered terrace. It is therefore possible to eat outside. It is also very close to a riverside (50m away), which is a pleasant place for a walk (+ picnic area).

Sheets and towels can be provided on request (payment on site of €10/person, whatever the length of your stay).

We completely renovated this accommodation in 2022, so it is in very good condition.
This accommodation is located in a very pleasant village (with a grocery shop and bread shop, a bar and tobacconist, an inn, a weekly farmers' market, a shared garden, a free "Sanpèze" shop, etc.)!
Situated in the heart of the Parc Naturel des Volcans d'Auvergne, halfway between the Massif du Sancy and the Chaîne des Puys, half an hour west of Clermont-Fd, our gite is ideally placed. You can relax in the peace and quiet of our rural village and enjoy the fresh air, but you can also enjoy a wide range of activities: hiking, skating 15 minutes away, downhill skiing 30 minutes away, Vulcania 15 minutes away, hot springs, restaurants, climbing, via-ferrata, velo-rail, starlit nights in light pollution, etc. You can find all the local activities on this website: https://www.auvergnevolcansancy.com/.
A great way to spend a green holiday, away from the crowds!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

About the area

Saint-Bonnet-près-Orcival

Saint-Bonnet-près-Orcival is home to this holiday home. Notre Dame d'Orcival and Château de Cordès are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Royatonic and Pierre de Coubertin Nautical Stadium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Charade Circuit or Vulcania.
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Saint-Bonnet-prés-Orcival, Puy-de-Dôme

What's nearby

  • Notre Dame d'Orcival - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Château de Cordès - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lac de Guery - 13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Lac de Servieres - 17 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Thermes du Mont-Dore - 20 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Laqueuille Station - 25 min drive
  • Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Archipel Volcans - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪le petit graillou - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Le Bar Des Druides - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Auberge Lassalas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Le Poulailler - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at River Cottage?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Cottage on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at River Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Cottage located?

Situated in Saint-Bonnet-près-Orcival, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Notre Dame d'Orcival and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Château de Cordès. Lac de Servieres and Roche Tuiliere are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jocelyne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petite maison de village joliment rénovée et bien équipée.Vincent est un hôte accueillant et disponible.Notre séjour a été agréable et reposant.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

christian M.

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ST BONNET

les propriétaires sont à l'écoute des locataires et sympathiques maison très bien refaite avec beaucoup de goût et très propre
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

veronique b.

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Très bon séjour

Logement très bien situé, calme, bien agencé. proche de nombreuses activités touristiques : vulcania, puy de dôme, chaîne des puys, randonnées,...
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hervé K.

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séjour en Auvergne

Gite très bien restauré et parfaitement équipé.Hôtesse charmante qui habite à coté.Le seul bémol était l’épicerie qui était fermé mais elle doit ré ouvrir.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lea O.

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super vacances

Nous avons passer un très bon séjour, le gite et très bien équiper et très bien situé.Du repos des balades des jeux et près des piste.L'accueil est chaleureux et très agréable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nelly B.

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Long WE evasion

Gîte et petit village où on se sent bien: nature à proximité (Puy de Dôme, lac,...) , journée super à Vulcania, petite auberge excellente à 2 min à pied.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hartwig S.

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Très bien Amazing Vorzüglich

Merci de nous permettre de vivre dans votre belle maison! Outre le confort particulier de votre maison, nos excursions et randonnées au Puy Sancy, Orcival, Musée Aventure Michelen et Puy de Dôme nous ont fait grand plaisir. Thank you to let us stay in your beautiful house! Besides the great comfort we very much enjoyed to be so close to our great excursions and hikes to Puy Sancy, Orcival, Museum Aventure Michelen and Puy de Dome. Vielen Dank das wir in Ihrem schönen Haus wohnen durften! Neben dem besonderen Comfort in Ihrem Haus haben uns unsere Ausflüge bzw. Wanderungen zum Puy Sancy, Orcival, Museum Aventure Michelen, Puy de Dome große Freude bereitet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amélie A.

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Gite irréprochable

Nous avons passé des vacances inoubliables. Les propriétaires ont été disponibles pour nous. Rien à dire, seulement à garder l'adresse.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

ISABELLE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison et village accueillants

Un maison de bourg très bien restaurée où il a fait bon s'y poser après de belles balades aux alentours. Très agréable d'échanger avec nos hôtes Vincent et Magali.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Karen V.

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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amélie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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Hosted by Vincent BLOT

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