Gite Rental in Gilhoc sur Ormeze, Ardèche,
in the northern part of the Massif Central

Babeth and Eric are inviting nature lovers and the inquisitive to explore their beautiful region.

If you like it rough, rugged and rural, choose the Ardèche, probably the wildest area of France, an area of outstanding natural beauty which has somehow escaped the onslaught of tourism. An unspoilt landscape, rugged, cut by gorges, bored by caves and scattered with dolmens, century old castles, perched strongholds, abbeys, little Roman churches, tiny cobble stone streets, lost farms and villages.

You can count more than 800 dolmens positioned by Neolithic tribes. The spectacular Chauvet Cave, recently discovered in the wilds of Ardèche, is considered the most exciting prehistoric find since Lascaux.

Water is everywhere and appears in a myriad of forms: clear swimming rivers and ponds, waterfalls, rapids, thermal springs, streams and village fontains.

The Rhône valley vineyards run in and out out between the hills, a short distance away. The Moulin de Bessin, in Gilhoc sur Ormeze, is a natural starting point for excursions to the Côtes du Rhône great names like St.Joseph, Saint-Peray, Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Cornas to mention a few.


"Gite du Moulin de Bessin"

Twisting roads from Valence or Tournon sur Rhône will take you up to the Moulin de Bessin, part of a large Domaine, located at the edge of the small village of Gilhoc sur Ormeze. The 2-storey gîte is a delightful open concept dwelling set amid mature trees and meadows. The entire restoration, completed in 2003, is of high quality and include all modern amenities. There is a shaded patio and private terraces with garden furniture and a charcoal barbecue for outdoor meals.

Gilhoc sur Ormeze has all basic shops, a post office, a cafe, a restaurant and a library, all within walking distance from the Gîte du Moulin. Plenty of local products are available at the lively and colourful village markets nearby: Viviers, La Voulte, Aubenas, Lamastre and Annonay. And especially, don't miss the evening markets in Villeneuve de Berg, at Les Vans, Vals les Bains, La Voulte, Largentière and Tournon sur Rhône.



The accommodation comprises:

  • A spacious, comfortably furnished open-area sitting-dining room on the ground floor.
  • A fully equipped kitchen with fridge and stove, washing machine and dishwaher.
  • A bathroom with shower and toilet.
  • A telephone for incoming calls only.

    A pine staircase leads up to 2 comfortably furnished rooms with views over the park.
  • One room with 1 double bed
  • One room with twin beds
  • One T.V. room with twin beds in the open area loft.
  • One bathroom with a bath, lavabo and toilet.
  • Parking on the property.

    Places to visit (day trips):

  • Die
  • Dieulefît
  • Le Puy en Velay
  • Uzès
  • Côtes du Rhone vineyards

    • The "Moulin de Bessin" is a perfect retreat for people seeking peace and privacy. It is an excellent base from which to mix leisure and sports, visits to the museums and art places of the region as well as the inland typical old villages. It is located 20 min. away from Tournon, 30 min. from Valence, 10 mins. from Lamastre, 1 1/2 hour from Lyon. A bus from Gilhoc will take you to the TGV in Valence. From Gilhoc, the D533 road is one of the passageways between the Rhône valley and Le Puy.

    Please note:
    * we are a non-smoking establishment
    * we are unable to accept pets

    Rates per week: 350 euros, all included

    Available: May to October

    Languages: French, English and German

    Reservations:
    Babette and Eric Sperlich
    e.mail: esperlich@hotmail.com

    URL: http://www.bbfrance.com
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