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Golf
Aerial view
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 151615 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Sembadel, Haute-Loire
  • Abbey Church of La Chaise-Dieu
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Église Abbatiale de St-Robert
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Le Puy Cathedral
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sembadel

This cottage places you next to Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez and within a 15-minute drive of Abbey Church of La Chaise-Dieu. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Abbey Church of La Chaise-Dieu - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Église Abbatiale de St-Robert - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Château de Chavaniac - 24 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Le Puy Cathedral - 36 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • La Chaise-Dieu Sembadel Station - 17 min drive
  • Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Blizart - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Tour Carrée - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Croc et Broc - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Plan d'eau la Chaise-Dieu - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Saveurs d'Ailleurs - ‬10 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.

The house under the stars

Independent cottage 3 stars for 15 people or Guest Rooms and Table, located in the Livradois Forez Regional Natural Park, in the heart of a wild and unspoiled nature, surrounded by forests and rivers, in absolute calm. Available, equipped kitchen and living/dining room.
In guest room, breakfast included and on reservation, guest table, home cooking made from organic and mostly local products.
Come and recharge your batteries, hike, tour the many historical monuments of the region, pick mushrooms or fish from the surrounding rivers... Here, the activities are numerous and the nature generous.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property manager

Catherine ALBERT

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 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

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Possibilité de recevoir pour le repas du soir.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 892666777

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.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.
  • Note from host: Possibilité de recevoir pour le repas du soir.
  • Onsite safety features include 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 EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The House Under the Stars Cottage
The House Under the Stars Sembadel
Gite et Chambres D'hôtes au Calme Absolu
The House Under the Stars Cottage Sembadel

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Sembadel, just steps from Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez. You'll also find Abbey Church of La Chaise-Dieu and Église Abbatiale de St-Robert nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at The house under the stars?

As of May 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The house under the stars on May 23, 2025 start from $310.63, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa at this cottage?

Spa services at the cottage include massages.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about The house under the stars?

This historic cottage offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The house under the stars?

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

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

This cottage offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

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

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Le Puy-en-Velay (LPY-Loudes), which is 15.6 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The house under the stars?

Yes, every accommodation at The house under the stars comes with a deck.

The house under the stars Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très bien

On conseille.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

fanny P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Séjour en famille

Week end tranquille au calme.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

matthieu d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Au milieu de la nature et au calme

Séjour très sympathique au milieu de la nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022