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ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL

Family-friendly villa with a water park and a fitness center

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Chavornay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Place, Cerveyrieu waterfall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Marais de Lavours National Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bugey-Valromey Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Geneva (GVA-Cointrin Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chavornay

This villa places you within a few miles (5 km) of Marais de Lavours National Nature Reserve and Cerveyrieu waterfall. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Cerveyrieu waterfall - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Marais de Lavours National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Bugey-Valromey Museum - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • La Caveau Bugiste - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Grand Colombier - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Culoz Station - 8 min drive
  • Chambery (CMF-Chambery - Savoie) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar De La Place - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Le Séran Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Diane de Chautagne - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Gevrinoise - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪La Charcuterie de l'Horloge - ‬9 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.

ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL

Uniquely designed home with stunning panoramic view, the gite du Grand Colombier is situated in a prime location on the Grand Colombier with mountains and valley views. The Landscaped south facing garden leads you down to the pool and a shady garden area great for children; This house breaths holidays happiness !!!

On the grand Colombier (Tour de France), 9 miles from the lac du Bourget, an hour from Geneva and Lyon;
Our third gîte is ideally situated for people who appreciate nature, outside activities (walking, road cycling, VTT, water-sports, Fly fishing, horse riding...), and Wine tasting (There are about 10 others within a 5 mile radius).
From the gite, you will enjoy walking for miles on the scenic foot paths of the grand colombier (if you make it to the top, you will be rewarded by one of the most spectacular views in France). If you are a keen cyclist, you can take up the challenge ok the famous "Tour de France 4 headed monster" or just enjoy the Viarhôna which is great for families.

Ideal for families with children of all ages and pet friendly, the gite is equipped with trampoline, table tennis, American billard table, private south facing swimming pool (8X4 meters) garden and games.

The Gite du "Grand Colombier " is a Fantastic hide away in a beautiful undiscovered part of France.
The villa is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Architect Designed Home Stunning Panoramic View Swimming Pool
Architect Designed Home Stunning Panoramic View Swimming Pool

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this villa?

This villa is located in Arvière-en-Valromey, close to Grand Colombier, Cerveyrieu waterfall, and Marais de Lavours National Nature Reserve. You'll also find Bugey-Valromey Museum and Domaine Monin nearby.

Is there parking available at this villa?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL?

This historic villa offers many amenities for couples, including a private pool and a fireplace in each villa with some featuring private pools.

Does ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.

Does this villa provide breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Does this villa have connecting rooms?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Chambery (CMF-Chambery - Savoie), which is 24.1 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL?

Yes, every villa at ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL comes with a balcony.

ARCHITECT DESIGNED HOME WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEW AND SWIMMING POOL Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A., -

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Wonderful

Beautiful home, amazing views, charming and helpful hosts! Their local recommendations were the best. Our family loves cycling & winemaking so this home perched on lower slopes of the Grand Colombier was perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor A., Manchester, England

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun at lac du bourget

This area is stunning, very laid back with friendly people. The lake is so peaceful and just feeds the soul to be there. It’s our second year at one of Sarah and Claude’s properties so I think that speaks for itself x
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious and comfortable

Brilliant property. Owners answered any queries instantly. Belvedere restaurant really worth a visit. Pool always clean and a pleasure to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely weekend away!

We absolutely loved our stay at Sarah and Claudes. The property is stunning, with beautiful views of the mountains surrounding. The house is huge, and perfect for a weekend away, with all kinds of amenities (sauna, games). Communication was excellent, and Sarah and Claude were attentive hosts. We could not have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super séjour

Super séjour : maison très agréable, au calme et des hôtes accueillants et serviables. A refaire.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week in splendid seclusion

Great property and owners. Everything as good as it gets

10/10 Excellent

Roland R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic unspoilt hideaway

From the moment that we arrived we were spoiled, personally welcomed by Claude & Sarah at the door. They had left wine and cheese for the adults and apple & pear juice and cakes for the children all from the local area, which were a lovely start to this fabulous stay. The whole Gite was fantastic, split over 3 levels, in this quite hideaway, we could not have asked for more and were spoilt, after travelling onwards on our French summer vacation, it was further clear how good our stay was. It’s such a lovely quite area of France to stay, with so much on the door step, from watching the sunset at the top of the Col Du Grand Colombier, swimming in the nearby lakes, miles of rolling roads for cycling, tree top adventures and not forgetting the wine tasting. The Gite had everything we needed for a family of 5, all the games available, to the pool and perfect accommodation. We loved the Gite and hospitality so much, we have booked again with Claude & Sarah at one of there other Gites for next year for a full two weeks. Thank you Sarah & Claude.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends gathering

Great place for 2 families with kids. Proximity from lac du Bourget, col du Colombier & wine degustation activities.

10/10 Excellent

Thierry B.

Amazing villa !

The villa is absolutely amazing. Beautiful views of the Bugey, well located close to town, and also great features like the pool, trampoline, sauna and games room. Rooms are very confortable. We stayed for a cycling camp and we loved it ! We will definitely stay there again. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

Fantastic stay, exceptional property and great hosts

We stayed for a week during our honeymoon with our dog Harry. Sarah and Claude were great throughout from arranging arrival, local area tips, and even recommending and booking a restaurant. Great walks, shops, bakery (best croissants ever!) and friendly local bars nearby. Spectacular views and sunset from the terrace, comfy beds, very clean and well equipped house! Too cold for pool in March but we thoroughly enjoyed garden, terrace, sauna and games room for chilled out evenings. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

week end du 14 octobre pour 4 couples ayant la ciquantaine

gite très bien situé, pour ceux qui souhaitent se balader au pied du massif du colombier et au calme gite très bien équipé, on se croirait a la maison et en plus une magnifique vue sur les montagnes du bugey très belle terrasse abritée , on a pu en profiter toute la journée, du petit déjeuner au repas du soir un salon sejour + cuisine tres vaste et lumineux avec cheminée, TV et même une tablette avec une enceinte pour écouter de la musique sans déranger les voisins !!! une belle chambre au RDC avec TV et salle de bains individuelle équipée d'une baignoire d'angle et 3 chambre a l'étage avec 1 salle de bains commune une salle de jeux au sous sol avec billard et baby foot !!! nous n'avons pas pu profiter de la piscine et de ses transats, dommage les propriétaires sont charmants et très accueillants le prix est très correct, nous reviendrons sans hésiter !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christophe M.

Merveilleux! Great stay in beautiful house

What a fabulous holidays we had in Chavornay. Wonderful house with fantastic view ! Such a great welcoming by Sarah & Claude who really want their guests to feel home, enjoy holidays and get to know l’Ain & surroundings. We were lucky to enjoy gîte de l’école last year and fully enjoyed being in gîte Colombier this time. Clean and clear house, with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, well equipped kitchen, big living room and last-but-not-least a wonderful covered terrace where we spent lots of great moments with our kids and friends. Sarah & Claude do share all good ideas to organize activities, hiking, biking and “good life”. We would highly recommend to spend time there. Leaving is not easy, but is full of beautiful memories. Merci Sarah & Claude pour votre accueil chaleureux dans ce magnifique endroit. Tout était présent pour passer de merveilleuses vacances: piscine, jardin, vue, 4 chambres, salle de bains, cuisine équipée, grand séjour, magnifique terrasse couverte avec vue imprenable. Vivement à conseiller!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Wahooo !

Superbe maison de vacances avec une terrasse fantastique et des couchés de soleil à couper le souffle ! La piscine est superbe et nous avons pu en profiter pleinement, le jardin offre des coins d’ombres pour les siestes. Sarah et Claude sont accueillants et toujours disponibles pour les conseils et pour les réservations. Les activités sont nombreuses ; randonnées à partir du gîte, lacs, dégustations des vins (merci Sarah et Claude)… Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour, nous recommandons fortement cette adresse.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Das Haus hat all unsere Erwartungen erfüllt. Unserer Familie (2 Erwachsene, 3 Kinder) hat es an nichts gemangelt. Der Pool und der Billardtisch im Keller waren besondere Highlights. Die Kommunikation mit den Vermietern verlief reibungslos (auch auf Englisch). Die Umgebung bietet Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Gastronomie und jede Menge lohnenswerte Ausflugsziele. Wir Danken Sarah und Claude für sehr entspannte Tage in ihrem Ferienhaus.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heel fijne en mooie locatie

Het huis was heel erg mooi en groot. Wij waren met een groep van 6 volwassenen en hadden alle ruimte. Het terras met uitzicht is fenomenaal. Het zwembad was heerlijk en de tuin is één grote groene oase. We werden hartelijk ontvangen en rondgeleid. De omgeving is ook heel mooi.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacances velo

Malgré une météo humide , nous avons pu pédaler et randonner sans pluie. Et les autres jours visiter les alentours Très jolie maison , très agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super séjour dans un cadre agréable

La maison est idéale pour les activités adultes et enfants (piscine avec profondeur variable, billard, baby-foot, sauna). Le four est un peu petit pour une cuisiner en grande quantité. Nous sommes venus en famille et avons passé de bons moments, notamment sur la terrassee. Le portail de la piscine ne pouvait pas se fermer à clé mais les enfants ont été disciplinés. Nous recommandons cette maison.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Juli 2024

Het huis/ locatie is prachtig. Mooi uitzicht op de bergen. Je wordt goed verwelkomt, veel uitleg en tips. Zalige vakantie gehad
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très belle maison bien située

La maison est très belle avec un coup de cœur pour la grande terrasse !!! Idéalement situé avec un terrain de pétanque à 2min en voiture. Petit bémol pour le sauna qui ne marchait pas ce week end là, seulement 3 raquettes de ping pong (dommage une 4eme serait la bienvenue) et le manche du baby-foot cassé donc pas de possibilité de jouer... Quelques rafraîchissements à ce niveau et ce serait parfait ! Un grand merci à nos hôtes, nous avons passé un super séjour !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sehr schöne Unterkunft in schöner Lage

Wir hatten eine wunderbare Woche im Haus von Sarah und Claude. Der Pool war gefüllt und wurde gereinigt, war im April aber eiskalt, was die Kinder nicht davon abgehalten hat, trotzdem reinzuspringen. Im Sommer ist er sicher ein Traum. Sarah hat uns bei der Ankunft empfangen und war sehr nett. Für 7 Personen + Hund war genügend Platz, Haus, Garten und Terrasse sind groß. Es gibt sogar eine kleine Sauna, Tischtennis, Billard, Dart und Tischfußball. Die Umgebung ist sehr schön! Insbesondere für Radfahrer, aber auch zum Wandern. Lyon ist einen Besuch wert, man erreicht es in etwas über einer Stunde. Vielen Dank an Sarah und Claude, dass wir in ihrem schönen Haus wohnen durften.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lorenzo P., Frankfurt am Main (Deutschland)

Liked: Cleanliness

Large villa and attentive hosts

The house is very large and offers much to do in all weather. The hostess was very kind and tended to our special requests promptly.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We were impressed and felt so comfortable

We arrived very late, which was no problem for the landlords. From the first moment we felt very comfortable in the beautiful house. There was wine for us and juice for the children as a gift on the table and fresh flowers in the vases. The next morning, when we looked out the terrace with its incredible panoramic view, we were completely blown away. Everything was designed and made with love. We enjoyed playing table football and spending hours at the pool. The equipment is very good and everything is clean. The whole house invites you to stay. Everything can be reached within a few minutes by car. The owners are very nice and answered all our questions very quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolle Woche in einem tollen Haus

Wir hatten mit Freunden und 2 Hunden eine prima Woche in diesem tollen Haus mit einer wunderschönen Terasse und einem schönen Pool, die wir ausgiebig genossen haben. Sarah ist eine sehr nette Gastgeberin und hat uns viele Tips für die Umgebung gegeben. Die Umgebung ist sehr schön und mit den Hunden optimal. Man kann direkt vom Haus aus spazieren gehen. Falls es uns nochmal in die Gegend zieht, würden wir das Haus auf jeden Fall wieder buchen. Liebe Grüße Michaela
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ton D.

Liked: Cleanliness

prachtig schoon huis en omgeving. Mooi zwembad.

Wij waren er in mei 2 weken me onze jongens en 2 hondjes. Ontzettend mooie vakantie gehad. Alles klopte. Toevallig ook erg mooi weer gehad. Sarah (eigenares ) heeft ons ontvangen . Super aardig. In het huis was van alles te doen...tafelstennis biljard enz.... Heel veel gebruik gemaakt van het prachtige zwembad. Iedere dag weer genoten van het grote Balko/terras . s'morgens met een kop koffie en s'avonds met een glaasje wijn. wij komen weer terug... misschien al volgend jaar :)
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camille G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Parfait

Accueil très agréable et cadeaux de bienvenue, merci à vous ainsi que pour le magnifique sapin de Noël ! Avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette très jolie et très spacieuse maison, feu dans la cheminée, sauna et jeux au sous-sol… vue splendide, tout était parfait !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021