Nature house in Lamastre/Javelat Dessous

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Detached | Isolated | Cottage
  • 4 persons
  • 2 bedrooms
  • WiFi
  • Swimming pool
  • Pets allowed
8.9/10
4.9/5

We renovated, designed and decorated this characteristic house ourselves. It stands on our private property of 3 hectares which is one of the darkest places in France. In a special "heavenly" spot you can admire the starry sky. The terrain is adventurous and varied: a private stream with 'plunge pool' (9 m2) and waterfalls; trees such as ash, oak, beech, apple, pear, medlar; yellow broom, blackthorn, lots of thyme; meadows, forest paths, sitting areas. Layout of the house: upper floor similar to the path with double bed, landing + 'desk', toilet. Middle floor: living room with French doors and open kitchen, loft, front door, outdoor terrace. In the living room there is a wood stove + wood supply. The long windows offer unobstructed views over the rolling terrain. Floor downstairs: again level with the path, 2x single beds, shower and sink, toilet. We have 3 wells, 1 well provides its own spring water. A few pieces of furniture in the house are homemade, as well as most of the art on the wall.

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Nature and surroundings

The house stands on a dead-end forest path (unpaved!!) in the hills at 600 meters altitude. The nearest town, with a beautiful old part, is Lamastre (6km). There are stores, markets, cozy terraces and restaurants. Here starts the cycle route La Dolce Via, a former railroad of 90 km, to be cycled in stages; highly recommended! The area is quiet (no hectic tourism), very hilly and green, with rivers, plateaus, valleys, old volcanoes and spectacular views. The highest mountain in the Ardèche the Mezenc (1756m), and the Gerbier de Jonc (Loire rises there), are within driving distance. There are numerous walks in the area, from short to long, and often well trodden. Swimming is possible in Retourtour (4km), Labatie-d'Andaure (!) near Désaignes (village charactère) and Lac du Devesset, near St. Agrève. Near St. Peray is a spectacular ruin village Chateau de Crusol, very worthwhile. The cities of Valence and Lyon can be reached in just over five quarters of an hour.

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Facilities

Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
Accessibility
  • Parking (3x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Balcony
  • Storage
Entertainment
  • Swimming pool (private) 9m2 natuurdompelbad in de beek m2
  • Pétanque court
Children
  • Playground equipment
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (2x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet

Location


Reviews

8.9/10
4.9/5
  1. Kathrin August 9, 2025
    General rating:
    10/10

    The house is very cozy, tasteful and super well equipped. You can feel the love for the place and the artistic design creates a very special atmosphere. Luxury in solitude, bold colors, creative accents and wonderful bathrooms.

    Nature, peace & environment:
    5/5

    The peace and quiet was wonderful. The house is very secluded on a beautiful plot with lots of nice places to sit. We used the hammock and spent the heat in the cool house during the day. In the evenings it was wonderful to play boules or darts. Even a little badminton was possible. The dog enjoyed the walks and Lamastre is a very nice place for daily errands or a visit to the bar.

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  2. Luc July 5, 2025
    General rating:
    9/10

    The surroundings are beautiful for someone who likes silence and peace. In Lamastre you have a good supermarket, and several bakers and butchers. From the house to Lamastre is about 6km drive, through the handsome surroundings. The dolce via bicycle route is a must. Bicycles can be rented in Lamastre. For us gladly until next time!

    Nature, peace & environment:
    5/5

    For us the 2nd time on vacation at 'La vache perdue'. Again we had a fantastic time in this very charming house with all comforts. Good shower and a very comfortable bed.

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  3. Willinda May 31, 2025
    General rating:
    9/10

    Had a wonderful vacation and enjoyed the peace and quiet and the location of the cottage. Everything was perfectly clean and internet generally worked well. With thunderstorms a few times a little less so. Kitchen adequately equipped. Also pans present that could not be used on the induction hob, bit pointless. Or oven dishes that did not fit in the over. Everything else fine.

    Nature, peace & environment:
    5/5

    Lovely place away from everything. We enjoyed the tranquility and surroundings. Made several beautiful varied walks nearby or a little further away. Tourist Office has an App with walks. Karrespoor from neighbors turnoff to cottage could use some maintenance. We have no 4WD and with a full car the bottom is scraped. With empty car also very careful where you drive over certain sections with large stones. This really needs to be improved. The garden was a wilderness. Good idea to let nature take its course but then the path to eg the various seats or waterhole should be maintained. Now you could not see the stones to walk down to the stream so we tripped several times. Great for the dogs to cool off after a hot day and walk. Cottage was fine. No TV but that was just lovely. Internet was fine so calling via WhatsApp/Signal is possible. Response landlord: Dear Willinda, Thank you for your review. Our gardener failed us, so we understand your comment. Sorry. We have fixed the problem. The cart track is only partially our responsibility, in the fall our part(s) will be addressed, but it remains a cart track.
    Kind regards, Josée and Nico

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8.9/10
4.9/5

Good to know

Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 AM- 10:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
  • Firework-free surroundings
Safety deposit

A deposit of €100.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
  • 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.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

69138

Registration number

ID 69138

Good to know
Stay details
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM- 8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 AM- 10:00 AM
  • Contactless stay possible
  • Firework-free surroundings
Safety deposit

A deposit of €100.00 applies. You will be refunded after check-out.

House rules
  • Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
  • 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.
  • Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.

Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.

Nature house-ID

69138

Registration number

ID 69138


Sustainability

  • Built with natural building materials
  • Food waste is minimized
  • Sustainable inventory

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Facilities
Accessibility
  • Parking (3x)
Utilities
  • Internet access (WiFi)
  • Internet
  • Wood stove
  • Heating (electric)
  • Drinking water
  • Hot water
  • Electricity
Outdoor
  • Garden
  • Garden furniture
  • Terrace
  • Terrace (covered)
  • Balcony
  • Storage
Entertainment
  • Swimming pool (private) 9m2 natuurdompelbad in de beek m2
  • Pétanque court
Children
  • Playground equipment
  • Playground
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Oven
Bathroom
  • Sanitary facilities
  • Bathroom (2x)
  • Shower
  • Toilet
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
  • 2-pers. bed (1x)
Bedroom 2
  • 1 pers. bed (2x)
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