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Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River

Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River

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vine covered terrase, view of one side of private garden, and entrance to gite
Playing at the beach...Horse rider strolling by...
Open kitchen and living room with wood-burning stove
View of the opposite side of the garden...
View of terrasse from living area

Overview of Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Saint Geniez D'olt Et D'aubrac, Occitanie
  • Popular LocationAubrac Natural Regional Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationChurch of the Penitents6 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlace du General de Gaulle8 min walk
  • AirportRodez (RDZ-Marcillac)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River

Welcome to our tranquil gite that is part of an old Octroi (French official building constructed in 1830). It is located right on the Lot river, on a pedestrian walk that leads to the centre of a lively and charming town called St. Geniez d'Olt. This beautiful French village is alive with shops, concerts, restaurants and festivals throughout the spring and summer months. So many activities to partake in, from horse-back riding and canoeing, to aerial circus arts and riverside walks...concerts and night markets and so much more, all within walking distance. Fall and winter it still remains a beautiful and tranquil repose with restaurants and leisurely forest walks, and it is only 20 minutes to the ski station in Brameloup. As well, St. Geniez has a new pedestrian walkway which links it to the nearby village of St. Eulalie d'Olt (1km), officially labelled ''One of the most Beautiful Villages in France''. Visiting St. Eulalie d'Olt is like stepping back in time - to seep in the beauty and history of an ancient rural village in France. Art is important here, and there are many workshops and artisans to visit.

Enter Gite L'Octroi at the side of the main building, into the private garden, where you hear the tinkling sound of the stream gently rushing through the rocks, alongside the walled garden of the gite. Here, the vine covered terrace with flower garden greets you. Sliding glass doors reveal an open living room and superbly fitted kitchen. A charming woodburning stove is in the living room for romantic inspirations or warming chilly nights. A flat screen TV with internet access, wifi, and smartTV are at your use for contemporary entertainment. A stairway leads up to the cosy mezzanine bedroom.
The master bedroom is down the hall, with a voluptuous antique French double bed. It has whimsical, yet very practical mosquito curtains surrounding the bed. A large bathroom with walk in shower, sink, antique commode and washing machine serves the gite. There is a separate toliet room. The charming furnishings, a mix of contempory and antiques reflect a typical French country style.

The lovely, terrace outside has a table for al fresco dining. A bbq is at the ready for enjoying lovely French foods and in particular, the French Aubrac beef, well known throughout France. This is Aubrac country.

Quiet nights in the garden, or lively evenings in town, Gite L'Octroi hopes to offer a traquil and enjoyable vacation for all who come to stay...a home away from home. .

Property manager

Sarah L. Gouin
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Pas seul dans le gite (interieur et exterieur)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

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

Saint-Geniez-d'Olt

Located in Saint-Geniez-d'Olt-et-d'Aubrac, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bertholene Chateau and Espalion Pont Vieux are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Le Puy Route and Sabot Golf. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Aubrac Natural Regional Park - 1 min walk
  • Church of the Penitents - 6 min walk
  • Paredous Park - 7 min walk
  • Place du General de Gaulle - 8 min walk
  • Laissac Livestock Market - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Campagnac-St-Geniez Station - 17 min drive
  • Rodez (RDZ-Marcillac) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Jacques - 6 min walk
  • Le Sent-Ginièis - 8 min walk
  • Café du Commerce - 7 min walk
  • Café de la Place - 3 min drive
  • Café du Pont - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Hidden Village of Charm, on the River located?

Located in the heart of Saint-Geniez-d'Olt-et-d'Aubrac, this cottage is steps away from Aubrac Natural Regional Park and Paredous Park. Church of the Penitents and Place du General de Gaulle are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
The property is located in a beautiful village and backs onto a walkway along a river which can take you into the town. The property is furnished to a high standard and has everything you need. You do have to advise if you want linen and towels. It's great if you have a dog as there is a small enclosed garden. There are deck chairs for sitting outside. The village is beautiful and there are places to eat and drink which are walkable. There is also a vet in the village. Our host Sarah was great and flexible with check-in and checkout times. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Detta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Erwartungen voll erfüllt - Esperanzas 100 % cumplidos
Das Apartment ist ein idealer Ausganspunkt in St. Geniez, um den Aveyron zu erkunden. Die Ferienwohnung ist liebevoll gestaltet. Als passionierte Hobby-Köche haben wir nichts vermißt. Der grüne Aussenbereich ist ruhig und bewahrt genügend Intimität, obwohl das Grundstück im Dorf liegt. Kontakt zu Vermieterin und Vermieter sehr, sehr angenehm. Auch unserer großer französischer Schäferhund hat sich sehr wohlgefühlt. Sehr empfehlenswert. El apartamento es un lugar iedeal para descubrir el Aveyron desde St. Geniez. El interior estä equipado con mucho cariño. Como cocineros apasionados ne hemos echo de menos nada en la cocina. La zona verde exterior garantiza tranquiilidad y intimidad a pesar que está ubicado dentro del pueblo. El contacto con los duenos era muy, muy agradable. Incluso nuestro perro grande tipo pastor frances estaba muy contento. Más que recomendable..
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jianping P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super séjour.
C'était un super séjour, le propriétaire Sarah est hyper chaleureuse et gentille. L'emplacement est topissime également!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

louis b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emplacement parfait pour la détente
Nous avons passé un séjour très reposant chez Sarah. La proximité de la rivière, l'accès au village par les quais et les nombreuses balades autour de Saint Geniez. Merci pour le bon plan Aligot dans le buron de la Truque, inoubliable !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah L. Gouin

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I am Canadian, and my husband is French. We have travelled the world but have always called this town our little piece of paradise. We are both working professionals, and one of my activities is the circus arts...aerial dance. We are opening a aerial dance studio on site. We have two young children and two Irish Wolfhounds.

Why they chose this property

Since he was a young man, my husband had always dreamed of moving to Aveyron, and when we travelled through the region of Aveyron on our honeymoon- it became a joint desire. We fell in love with this town in 2007 and have been calling it our home ever since, even if we have lived in other countries since then. St. Geniez d'Olt has always been our base, and our dream...and now we live here permanently.

What makes this property unique

We love the character of this property. It was built in 1830, and is made of stone and solid wood beams. It has a history, and we love houses with character and charm. The location of this property is ideal, as it lies right on the edge of the river. It is a short, and charming walk to town. Close enough to enjoy all the offerings, but far enough to retain the peace and quiet. Life on the river is so calming, and so enjoyable...the nature, the life of the village and the surrounding forest walks makes it ideal to us in every way possible.
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