Nature house in Pourcheres
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
- 8 persons
- 3 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Swimming pool
- Pets allowed
A beautifully situated nature house in the Ardèche architectural style, dating from around 1850, with stunning views of the forested mountains and the distant Alps. The nature house, with a living area of approximately 200 m², is situated on 17 hectares of private land featuring woods, hiking trails, and play areas that begin right around the house. It is beautifully situated at an elevation of 750 meters, just outside the tiny village of Pourchères. You’ll have access to a lovely private swimming pool, enclosed by fencing. It’s situated in a sheltered spot on a lower level and is therefore clearly visible from the house. In addition, there’s plenty of space for the children to play while you relax on one of the terraces, enjoying the peace and privacy. The nature house was renovated and redecorated in early 2012, including the addition of two bathrooms with two separate toilets. The three spacious bedrooms are furnished with comfortable box-spring beds. In late 2014, the pool was completely renovated and pool lighting was installed. The cottage can accommodate six adults and two children. A crib is also available. Dogs are welcome, too! Private access road with ample parking. Smoking is not permitted inside the house.
Nature and surroundings
The Ardèche boasts striking beauty and is rich in forests. It is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. You can go canoeing, rafting, and kayaking there, including guided tours. The Ardèche is also ideal for hiking and biking. Centuries of natural erosion have created breathtaking gorges, stunning sheer cliffs, overhanging rocks, and valleys. Combined with shallow rivers and rocky plateaus, this makes the Ardèche a fantastic destination for adventurers. Nearby, you’ll find the Monts d’Ardèche Regional Nature Park. The Ardèche’s mountain landscape is particularly interesting for its flowers, which give the mountain plateaus a spectacular appearance. Among the trees, the chestnut stands out, and there are also olive, oak, and coniferous trees. Birds of prey, such as buzzards and eagles, can be found in the mountains. The rivers are home to trout, and beavers are also present. Wild boars live on the hills. Many streams that originate nearby flow past the property. The estate offers stunning views. Just behind the cottage, the view extends for about 100 kilometers, and you can see the Alps in the distance. There are beautiful hiking trails to explore, and maps are available. You’ll hardly encounter anyone while hiking.
Facilities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- bunk bed (1x)
- 1 pers. bed (2x)
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- Parking (3x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Internet
- Wood stove
- Air conditioning
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden (fenced)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Garden doors
- Storage
- TV
- Swimming pool (private) 45 m2 m2
- Cot (1x)
- High chair (1x)
- Playground
- Dog bed
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (2x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Location
Reviews
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AnnJuly 4, 2026
A fully equipped nature house.
A garden table with a beautiful view for dining.
There are also plenty of places to sit and lounge, complete with umbrellas, by the lovely pool.Natuurhuisje van alle gemakken voorzien.
Tuintafel met prachtig uitzicht om te dineren.
Ook voldoende zit- en ligplaatsen met parasols aan het fijne zwembad.This nature house offers a beautiful view and is situated in a very peaceful location.
Birdwatchers will be in heaven here. Among others, we spotted a golden oriole, a honey buzzard, a short-toed snake eagle, a spotted woodpecker, and a griffon vulture.
The nearest towns for shopping are a bit of a drive away.
Definitely worth a visit: Privas, Aubenas, and Balazuc.
There are also plenty of opportunities for canyoning in the area.Dit natuurhuisje heeft een prachtig uitzicht en is heel rustig gelegen.
Vogelliefhebbers kunnen hier hun hart ophalen. Wij zagen onder andere wielewaal, wespendief, slangenarend, bonte specht, vale gier.
De dichtstbijzijnde stadjes voor inkopen zijn wel even rijden.
Zeker de moeite om te bezoeken: Privas, Aubenas en Balazuc.
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MargrietJune 13, 2026
It’s a really nice little cottage. There were just the two of us, so we only used the top floor. It had all the amenities we needed. A nice terrace and a nice, big pool. Since it’s located on a mountain, the heat wasn’t too bad. There was often a nice breeze, and it cooled off quite a bit in the evenings.
The only minor downside was that the Wi-Fi and cell service were pretty poor.
We’d downloaded a hiking app from the tourist office, but it was basically unusable. That was actually a problem throughout the entire area.Het is een heel fijn huisje. We waren met z’n tweeën dus alleen de bovenste verdieping gebruikt. Het was van alle gemakken voorzien. Fijn terras en lekker groot zwembad. Omdat je op een berg zit viel de warmte ook bedt nog wel mee. Het waaide vaak lekker en ‘s avonds koelde het redelijk af.
Het enige kleine minpuntje was dat de wifi en het mobiele netwerk vrij slecht waren.
We hadden een wandelapp gedownload via de VVV maar die was eigenlijk niet te gebruiken. Maar dat was in de hele omgeving nogal problematisch.It was so wonderful here! Peaceful, and the surroundings were beautiful, too! A lovely, sweeping view from the terrace! I really enjoyed it!
Wat was het hier heerlijk! Rustig, prachtige omgeving ook! Vanaf het terras een mooi wijds uitzicht! Echt genoten!
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JoeriMay 9, 2026
The house in classic Ardèche style has all the necessary comforts, is perfectly maintained and the flowers on the table and bottle of wine in the fridge made us feel very welcome. Definitely recommended for those who love peace and quiet.
Het huis in klassieke Ardèchestijl heeft alle nodige comfort, is perfect onderhouden en de bloemen op tafel en fles wijn in de koelkast maakten dat we ons heel welkom voelden. Beslist een aanrader voor wie van rust en stilte houdt.
The silence and the view from the terrace were magnificent.
De stilte en het uitzicht vanop het terras waren schitterend.
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM
- Check-out: 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM
- Contactless stay possible
- Firework-free surroundings
Free cancellation within 24 hours of your booking confirmation.
If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount. After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:
• up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refunded
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refunded
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refunded
• on the day of arrival or later: no refund
- Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- This nature house is not suitable for groups of young people, students and sports teams.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Energy label: C
- Built with natural building materials
- Separating waste (Glass, paper, plastic, food waste/organic)