Enjoy the French country life and variety in nature in this beautiful region. This holiday home is located in the small town Les Betules, that has only 7 permanent residents. The only thing you hear are birds. In the garden you can enjoy a glass of wine, the beautiful sunsets and starry skies. You can get all your groceries in the city St Eloy Les Mines (6 km). Here you will find several bakeries, restaurants, ice-cream parlors and shops. There is also a sandy beach here. Besides swimming, you can rent canoes and pedal boats here. There are also lawns with picnic spots. Pionsat (10 km) is large village with a castle in the department of Puy de Dôme. It lies on the edge of the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne. Nature lovers can enjoy themselves in this beautiful region with its volcanoes, deciduous and pine forests, winding rivers and streams. Explore the surroundings on foot or by bike! Perhaps go canoeing on the river Sioule. Or take a castle tour! A cultural trip? Visit the cities of Montlucon, Riom, Clermont-Ferrand or Vichy with its thermal baths. Visit the churches or museums here and order a delicious menu du jour for lunch. Also go to one of the many markets where you can buy delicious local produce!