Title: Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=93021036&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays ## Photo gallery for Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays ![Living area - Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays (Autrac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/db3d74dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom - Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays (Autrac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/d2b55bd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays (Autrac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/2e1cc4c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays (Autrac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/098acfcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays (Autrac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93030000/93021100/93021036/6a6744d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays provides everything you need. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Nestled in a protected environment at the crossroads of the Haute-Loire, Cantal, and Puy-de-Dôme departments lies the village of Autrac. It is here that Antony and Michelle have recently renovated a family home, transforming it into a charming holiday retreat. The undeniable advantage of this lovely house is its proximity to the owners' working farm, where they will be delighted to share their work and introduce you to their animals! Meals are available upon request. On-site: Discover farm life, enjoy walks, and observe the local flora and fauna. Nearby: Ardes-sur-Couze Animal Park, visit Blesle, one of the most beautiful villages in France... A little further afield: Explore the Puys d'Auvergne (volcanic mountains), and visit the towns of Brioude and Le Puy-en-Velay. Wood-burning stove (wood €60 per stere) Electricity is extra. Cleaning fee: €50 Linens: €10\. Located on a fenced, lawned plot with a lovely cobbled terrace. The house is entered through the living room, which features a wood-burning stove. The fully equipped kitchen (small appliances, dishwasher, oven, microwave, etc.) is on the same level (two steps to access it). A laundry room completes this level. The first bedroom is located on the first floor (above the kitchen). It has two single beds (90cm) and an en-suite shower room. The second bedroom, with a double bed (140cm), is accessed from the landing. The third bedroom is located above the living room and has a double bed (140cm). A shower room is also located on the landing. There is no direct access between the two bedrooms on the first floor. Wood-burning stove (wood €60 per stere) Electricity extra, billed according to meter readings Cleaning €50 Bed linen €10 Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable. Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 19235069541 ## About the neighborhood Autrac is home to this cottage. Super-Besse and Madalet 2 Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sources and Gorges of Allier Trail and Chaudefour Valley Nature Reserve. Aquarium of Brioude and Parc Animalier d'Auvergne are also worth visiting. [Visit our Autrac travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Autrac.dx553248634552961988) [View more Cottages in Autrac](https://www.expedia.com/Autrac-Cottages.d553248634552961988-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.34116%2C3.12758&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Spft529dDf5pK1UGknD_KAMP4lE=) Autrac ### What's nearby - ![Lake Pavin in Auvergne with small boats and blue sky; Shutterstock ID 671260273; purchase_order: SP-1332 HA Batch 2 August 2018; Order: ; client: HomeAway; other: To be paid with HA budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047144/b78b36dd-fade-4c39-ae9e-e278ff9cf36d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Super-Besse 52 min drive \- 36.3 miles - Parc Animalier d'Auvergne 28 min drive \- 15.6 miles - Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez 29 min drive \- 24.8 miles - St. Julian Basilica 30 min drive \- 21.4 miles - Garabit Viaduct 40 min drive \- 38.7 miles ### Getting around - Massiac-Blesle Station 20 min drive - Clermont-Ferrand (CFE-Clermont-Ferrand - Auvergne Intl.) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - Crozatier Marie-José 7 min drive - Le Scorpion 9 min drive - Le Babory 9 min drive - Frégonèse Isabelle 16 min drive - Ferraro 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays? ### What time is check-out at Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays? ### Where is Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Farmhouse Retreat: Farm Life, Wildlife & Scenic Views, Perfect for Family Holidays Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Armony S. Nov 10, 2025 #### Calme paisible et détente Un bel endroit au calme pour se reposer le temps d'un week-end. Bien équipé. ##### Armony S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### henri e. Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Gite agréable Accueil très sympathique des propriétaires. Belle region ##### henri e. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone N. Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Ein sehr schönes Haus in phantastischer Umgebung Wir haben eine sehr schöne Zeit in diesem schönen Haus verbracht. Wir fanden alles wie beschrieben vor.Es war ausreichend Platz für 5 Personen.Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Die Duschen sind sehr schön.Lebensmittel gibt es in Blesle, der Bäcker ist großartig. Dienstags muss man nach Massiac.Dort ist auch ein Intermarché, in dem man alles Notwendige bekommen kann. Es gibt Tausende Dinge in der Gegend zu tun.Rings ums Haus kommt man sich vor wie im schottischen Hochland.Klares Go für dieses Haus. ##### Simone N. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie L. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Gite parfait pour se reposer en pleine nature Très bonne semaine dans ce gite bien équipé et très confortable. Au calme pour se reposer. ##### Marie L. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Odile C. Nov 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacances octobre/novembre Une semaine au calme de la campagne et de ces magnifiques paysages.Le gîte des martinets est accueillant et chaleureux comme les propriétaires.A noter que les activités sont un peu éloignées.Agreable séjour.Je recommandé. Néanmoins ##### Odile C. 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