This charming country cottage the beaver, is ideally located just 10 minutes from the A7 motorway exit, yet enjoys peace and quiet in the heart of beautiful, unspoiled nature. It offers complete privacy, a lovely outdoor space, a pétanque court, and a large adjoining garden.

Close to the vineyards and renowned fruit orchards of our region, and near the Drôme mountains and not far from the Ardèche and Vercors mountains, it's perfect for hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts. You can also admire the legendary lavender fields and our wonderfully mild climate.

This holiday cottage is rated 3 stars by ADN TOURISME

The Drôme River nature reserve begins 400 meters away. It's home to beaver colonies… hence the name of this gîte (holiday cottage). You can also cool off and find beautiful swimming spots on the Gervanne and Roanne rivers!

Located 30 minutes from the Drôme Provençale region, 30 minutes from two major cities, Valence and Montélimar, 1 hour from Lyon and Avignon, 2 hours from Marseille, 1 hour from the nearest ski resorts, and 1 hour 30 minutes from the Mediterranean Sea, this gîte offers you the opportunity to discover many major tourist attractions.

Le Castor gîte provides the perfect setting for relaxation, rest, exploration, and hiking, while being just 5 minutes from a small shopping area.

The gîte is open year-round, with each season offering its own activities and delights:

- Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails
- Discovery walks through vineyards and orchards and lavender fields
- Must-see visits to our hilltop villages
- Swimming and fishing in lakes and rivers
- Canyoning
- Guided or unguided canoe trips down the Drôme or Ardèche rivers
- Tasting of local products and visits to prestigious wineries (Crozes-Hermitage, St. Joseph, Côte-Rôtie, Clairette, etc.)
- …

To make your holiday truly enjoyable, a welcome basket filled with local products awaits you upon arrival at the LE CASTOR gîte.

A welcome booklet specially designed for you, available in the cottage, will present a large part of the sites and places to visit as well as the list of our partners and local producers who will allow you to benefit from advantages thanks to our partnership.

Cottage for 5 people (additional person on request)

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:

(to be paid upon arrival)

rental sheets:
€15 per double bed per stay
€12 per single bed per stay

Towel rental (2 per person):
€5 per person for the stay

FREE: Baby cot with thick mattress available upon request
FREE: Booster seat

Additional person with bed: €10/day


Heating and air conditioning are provided by a new heat pump (open year-round) and a wood-burning stove for cozy evenings.

The living room:
It is arranged around the wood-burning stove in winter and opens onto the outdoor space in summer.

Fully equipped kitchen

Completely equipped: Dishwasher, microwave, 2 refrigerators (one with a freezer compartment), toaster, TASSIMO MY WAY 2 coffee machine, electric coffee maker, extra-large electric griddle, dishes and utensils for 5 people.

Upstairs on the mezzanine, there is another relaxation or reading area with a chaise longue and armchairs, as well as board games and a children's and adult library.

Outdoor games (molky, badminton, ball) are also available. Please bring your own pétanque balls, or you can rent them.
The Bedrooms:
One bedroom on the ground floor with a queen-size bed (160 x 200 cm) and duvet, offering direct access to the terrace and pergola.

Another bedroom upstairs in the attic with three single beds (90 x 200 cm) and duvets.

Bathroom:
On the ground floor, a bathtub, sink, and hairdryer.

Separate toilet on the ground floor.

You also have access to a large laundry room with a washing machine, iron and ironing board, clothes drying rack, and an outdoor clothesline.

An open 28 m² garage and private parking for a second vehicle in front of the cottage.

A large private outdoor area equipped with sun loungers, garden furniture, a barbecue, and a 3m x 5m driftwood pergola, perfect for relaxing in the shade during the day or enjoying pleasant evenings thanks to its lighting.

A private pétanque court.

Free Wi-Fi and LCD TV with digital terrestrial television (TNT).

The cleaning fee is MANDATORY and will appear on the website at the time of payment (€60).