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Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest

Family-friendly chalet in Epinal with a sauna

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroom753 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Épinal, Grand Est
  • Place, Parc Floral du Cours
    â€Ș7 min drive‬
  • Place, La Bresse-Hohneck
    â€Ș47 min drive‬
  • Place, Gerardmer Ski Resort
    â€Ș48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Epinal (EPL-Mirecourt)
    â€Ș49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Epinal

This chalet places you within a few miles (5 km) of Museum of Ancient and Contemporary Art and St. Maurice Basilica. Guestrooms at this chalet include kitchens, fireplaces, and balconies.
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What's nearby

  • Parc Floral du Cours - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Épinal Golf - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • La Bresse-Hohneck - 47 min drive - 34.8 miles
  • Lac de GĂ©rardmer - 47 min drive - 31.2 miles
  • Gerardmer Ski Resort - 48 min drive - 31.7 miles

Getting around

  • Epinal Station - 10 min drive
  • Epinal (EPL-Mirecourt) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘLe Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • â€ȘLe Grand CafĂ© - ‬10 min drive
  • â€ȘLe Panache - ‬8 min drive
  • â€ȘSushi Tokyo - ‬9 min drive
  • â€ȘEccwĂŽd Coffee Shop Et TorrĂ©facteur - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest

In a private property, at the edge of a pond, come and relax in our ecogite. You can enjoy the calm of the forest safely in a luxury chalet. You can relax on the terrace at the water's edge to admire the carp, under the foliage of the high Vosges fir trees, in the sun to make your barbecue or at night in our Norwegian kota, with sauna over a wood fire.
We mainly host families, because the property has a real room, and two convertible sofas (and a small kid's corner castor for children).
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 13-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 27

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest Chalet
Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest Épinal

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this chalet?

This chalet is located in Epinal, close to St. Maurice Basilica, Place des Vosges, and Imagerie d'Epinal. You'll also find Museum of Ancient and Contemporary Art and Notre-Dame-du-Cierge within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this chalet?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Is this chalet next to a casino?

No, this chalet is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this chalet?

No, there is no indoor pool at this chalet.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside chalet include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest?

No, but this chalet does have a sauna.

Does this chalet provide breakfast?

No, this chalet doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this chalet allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this chalet.

Does this chalet have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this chalet.

Where is the closest airport to this chalet?

The closest major airport to this chalet is Epinal (EPL-Mirecourt), which is 26.6 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest?

Yes, every accommodation at Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Unusual ecogite cottage in the heart of the Vosges forest Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maarten v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prachtig gelegen Ecologische Gite - 100% privé gelegen

Afwerkingsniveau is heel erg goed. Je kunt zien dat het huis met liefde en aandacht in elk detail is gemaakt. Mooie combinatie van moderne techniek (alle stroom wordt opgewekt door zonnepanelen en mooie TV met Netflix) en ouderwetse huiselijkheid, doordat alles van hout is gemaakt met een fijne houtkachel. De plek is heel bijzonder doordat je je eigen meertje hebt, inclusief prachtige vissen en kleine schildpadden; en het terrein volledig omsloten is door bossen. Dus het is volledig privé. Groot terras aan het water en daarnaast vier verschillende uitgebreide zitjes vlakbij het huis. Met buiten BBQ, eigen sauna en grote houtvoorraad uit eigen bos Carine en Philippe zijn bijzonder gastvrij en hartelijk. Ook praktisch is dat ze uitstekend Engels spreken. Niet aarzelen, maar boeken!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in the green

We have spent a wonderful week here dedpite the weather. Totally relaxing in the middle of the beautiful forrest.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

JĂŒrgen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es hat alles gepasst und der Besitzer war sehr hilfsbereit. Alles ist gut organisiert. Das Haus profitiert vor allem von seiner Lage. Bei schlechtem Wetter kann die Idylle deshalb auch zum Problem werden.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Das Haus ist ein Geheimtipp. Eigentlich sollte man diesen nicht weitergeben, ausser man will, dass auch andere Menschen von dieser Möglichkeit profitieren können. Danke an Philippe und Carine fĂŒr die zurĂŒckhaltende aber aufmerksame UnterstĂŒtzung. Wir kommen wieder - die Karpfen im Teich werden sich freuen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doro S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ruhe und Erholung

Wir waren sehr zufrieden und haben die Ruhe sehr genossen.Vielen DANK Philippe
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anja E.

Special gite in a beautiful place

The gite is in a special place, near Epinal, but in the silence and seclusion. The gite is very complete but could use a good cleaning. Keep in mind that the Wifi connection can be poor, inconvenient if you have online obligations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sublime séjour au calme en pleine nature

Nous avons passé 5 jours dans ce magnifique gite situé dans un magnifique cadre, que demandez de plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gerhard w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wunderbar

Das Haus mit guter Ausstattung, reichhaltig Ausgestatteter KĂŒche, liegt alleine an einem See, sehr ruhig, wunderbar wenn man Ruhe sucht, aber nicht weit von der nĂ€chsten Einkaufsmöglichkeit entfernt. Direkte Möglichkeit zu Wanderungen oder AusflĂŒgen mit dem Fahrrad. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefĂŒhlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Corinna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Natur Idylle

Wunderbar angelegt, Kleinigkeiten die man besser machen könnte, Sauna war nicht gereinigt , Wohnung nicht gelĂŒftet. Riesen GrundstĂŒck , nicht einsehbar
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

martine s.

Liked: Cleanliness

que du bonheur

séjour avec nos deux petits enfants endroit idylique ils se sont éclatés séjour à refaire hÎtes super sympa martine
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobias B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jolie gĂźte calme dans la fĂŽret

Nous avons passĂ© une super semaine dans la gĂźte de Carine et Philippe. Si vous aimez ĂȘtre loin de tout et dans la nature mais quand mĂȘme proche d'une ville that's the place to be !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Loic P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calme et reposant

La maison a la qualitĂ© d'ĂȘtre isolĂ©e tout en etant trĂšs proche de commerces . Nous avons passĂ©s un trĂšs bon sĂ©jour au calme dans un chalet tres spacieux pour deux. Le petit lac est entiĂšrement privatisĂ© pour la location et entourĂ© d'une forĂȘt qui vaut la peine de s'y promener, avec de belles couleurs ! L'idĂ©e d'Ă©cogite a Ă©tĂ© poussĂ©e Ă  son apogĂ©e avec la panne du generateur les deux derniĂšres nuits . Attention donc si vous voyagez en automne ou hiver, l'Ă©nergie produite est loin d'ĂȘtre suffisante pour une basse consommation pour deux personnes .
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely quiet cottage

The stay was beautifuy and calm. The area around the cottage is quiet but easily accessible (1h walk from the train station or 10m by cab). The landlords are very friendly and accommodating. We rented MTBs and have driven some of the numerous and well-marked routes in the area. Overall a very nice stay, happy to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henk U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet place in the woods at a privat lake

Very nice Cabin with sauna at a privat lake. There are good walking trails and Épinal is a short distance away. The kingfishers and the Blue Herons are your fishing neighbors. In the lake at the cabine are big carps and chubs. At knight you can hear owls and foxes. Just the right place for nature lovers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un havre de paix Ă  5mn de la ville d'Epinal !

Rando, cyclo, canöe, et des musées our les jours de pluie :)
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torsten K.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfekter Ort, um Ruhe zu genießen

Die Vermieter waren sehr hilfsbereit und fĂŒr Fragen erreichbar. Die Ruhe aufgrund der Lage im Wald wurde von anderen Bewertungen bereits hinreichend beschrieben. Besonders hat uns am Ferienhaus gefallen, das Strom und Warmwasser direkt vor Ort erzeugt wurden. Am Teich konnten wir viele Tiere beobachten. Direkt vom Haus sind mehrere Rad-/Wanderwege erreichbar (und bestens markiert). Auch in die Stadt kommt man bequem zu Fuß so daß man das Auto hĂ€ufig stehen lassen kann. Wir hatten zwei Ă€ußerst erholsame Wochen in Epinal
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

patrice h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Que du bonheur!!!

Nous avons passés de superbes vacances dans ce chalet trÚs bien agencé,nous avons profité de la nature,l'environnement,le barbecue et le sauna,prestations trÚs correct.Ideal pour se ressourcer,je recommande ce gite aux personnes ayant besoin de calme et d'intimité.Nous y retournerons sûrement cette année en compagnie de proches pour leur montrer cet endroit trÚs paisible et reposant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilse V., Ridderkerk (Rotterdam)

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay at private forest plot

We were looking for a tranquil and quiet place and got what we wanted. Wonderfull house with a large terrace. We had the fen all for our selves. With the doors wide open sitting inside feels as outside as wel. Although the place is very calm Epinal and a large supermarket are just around the corner. We did some hikes directly from the house. Short strolls but also hiked for hours. After a week we were completely rested. We will definitely return some other time
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JĂŒrgen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolles Haus in einsamer ruhiger Lage.

Wenn man Ruhe und Natur liebt, ein ideales Haus. Leider keine Lademöglichkeit fĂŒr E-Auto.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

CĂ©dric D.

Liked: Cleanliness

+++gĂźte TOP+++

Superbe gßte niché dans un écrin de verdure. Gßte conforme à l annonce, literie de qualité. Petit déjeuner en observant la faune et la flore (notamment des chevreuils). Seul petit bémol, le manque de matériel de cuisine et la gaziniere un peu vetuste.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marika P., Eglisau, Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Nous avons vraiment apprĂ©ciĂ© la maison extraordinaire, le meilleur emplacement sur lâ€˜Ă©tang privĂ© et le sauna! PropriĂ©taires trĂšs sympathique et serviables. Merci beaucoup!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

patricia s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Parfait

Un petit bijou dans un joli écrin... Nous avons adoré !!! Merci de le partager et de nous l'avoir fait découvrir
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Site

Beautiful. Quiet. Nice hosts! Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carsten N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wunderbar erholsame Tage in Epinal

Das moderne, sehr charmant eingerichtete Ferienhaus liegt außerorts an einem großen See umgeben von Wald. Wir konnten wunderbar erholsame Tage in der Natur genießen und hatten alles was wir brauchten, einfach traumhaft!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

claudia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Lage, super Haus

sehr ruhige Lage, sehr schönes Haus, Wir haben uns in den drei Tagen trotz schlechtem Wetter gut erholt.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019