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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61076 sq ft

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Saint-Laurent-Du-Pont, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Popular LocationChartreuse Regional Nature Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMusee de la Grande Chartreuse12 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrande Chartreuse Monastery22 min drive
  • AirportLyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)69 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gîte "Le Balcon de Villette", beautiful view, balcony and garden

Christiane and Roland welcome you to their cottage for 4 to 6 people, in the countryside with a breathtaking view of the Chartreuse mountains.
The gîte "Le balcon de Villette" is ideal for a stay with family or friends.
In summer, you can hike the trails of the Chartreuse regional park, swim in the lakes of Aiguebelette and Paladru, in the swimming pools (Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, Saint-Pierre de Chartreuse) or in the pools of 1600 and 800m2 (ecological swimming, Rivier'Alp, Les-Echelles). A large terrace and a balcony will allow you to spend pleasant moments outside.
In winter, you can practice alpine skiing (Saint-Pierre de Chartreuse, Saint Hugues ...), cross-country skiing (La Ruchère, Saint-Hugues, Desert d'Entremont ...) or snowshoeing.
In all seasons, you can visit the cellars of the Grande Chartreuse (Voiron), the museums of the big neighboring cities (Grenoble, Chambéry, Voiron) and take advantage of the markets (Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, Voiron ...)
We will be happy to share with you our love of the Chartreuse, our knowledge of many hikes and the pleasure of meeting new people!
For a short stay (minimum 3 nights), a week or several months.

GENERAL
* Cottage for 4 to 6 people 100m2 (2 bedrooms with 2 beds each + 1 sofa bed in the living room)
* First floor of a private house
* 3km from Saint-Laurent-du-Pont
* Magnificent view of the mountains
* Quiet, very bright
* Possibility to rent an additional room on the 2nd floor: € 40 / night for a room (single or double occupancy) with the provision of a second bathroom. For a week rental: 160 € / week
* Lodging classified 3 stars by the departmental federation of tourist offices and tourist offices of Isère (FDOTSII)

DESCRIPTION
- Equipped kitchen (dishwasher, induction hob, fridge-freezer, electric oven, microwave, iron and ironing board, electric kettle, toaster, coffee machine)
- "La Grande Sure" room with 2 90cm beds (beds can be installed as 2 single beds or 1 double bed)
- Room "Le Petit Som" with 2 beds of 90cm (beds can be installed in 2 single beds or 1 double bed)
- 1 bathroom (1 sink, 1 bath, 1 bidet)
- 1 independent WC with washbasin
- 1 large living room (TV / stove / 1 sofa bed for 2 people / 2 armchairs) of 35m2
- 1 very large balcony
- 1 large terrace (40m2) with garden furniture
- 1 large courtyard for easy parking

SUPPLEMENTS
- Owners living on the ground floor
- Cottage managed by Christiane, Roland (the owners) and their daughter Isabelle
- Maintenance products provided
- Linens provided
- Towels provided (1 towel per person)
- Tea towels provided (1 dish towel and 1 hand towel)
- Baby equipment (high chair / linger mattress / bed) on request (free loan)
- Library (for adults and young children)
- Children's games on request
- No smoking
- Pets not allowed
- Long-term rental (several months): contact us for rates

NEARBY ACTIVITIES
- Hiking in the Grande Chartreuse regional park
- Winter: downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing in the Grande Chartreuse regional park
- Visit to the cellars of the Grande Chartreuse
- Visit to Correrie (Grande Chartreuse monastery)
- Via ferrata
- Swimming pool in Saint Laurent-du-Pont
- Lakes of Aiguebelette and Paladru (25km)
- Visit the peat bogs of the Herretang
- Caves of Ladders and Sardinian way
- Market in Saint Laurent-du-Pont on Thursday morning
- Small market in Miribel-Les-Echelles (4km) with local products
- Voiron (15km), Grenoble (30km), Chambéry (30km)

TO CONTACT US
04 76 55 22 63
07 82 46 19 67

Property manager

Christiane et Roland THIEVENAZ

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: seulement à l'extérieur

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges on site
  • Ski-in/ski-out access on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: une chaise haute, matelas a longer, lit bébé

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: sur demande
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

Cottage Chartreuse Beautiful View Calm Comfort House
Cottage Chartreuse Beautiful View Calm Comfort
Chartreuse Beautiful Calm Com
Cottage in Chartreuse Beautiful View Calm Comfort

About the neighborhood

Saint-Laurent-du-Pont

Located in Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chartreuse Regional Nature Park and Lac d'Aiguebelette, while Musee de la Grande Chartreuse and Museum of Sacred Art - Saint-Hugues-de-Chartreuse are cultural highlights. Maison Faune-Flore and Domaines des Fauves are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Chartreuse Regional Nature Park - 1 min walk
  • Musee de la Grande Chartreuse - 12 min drive
  • Grande Chartreuse Monastery - 22 min drive
  • La Scia Ski Lift - 23 min drive
  • Lac d'Aiguebelette - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint-Béron-La Bridoire Station - 21 min drive
  • Chambery (CMF-Chambery - Savoie) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Au Feu de Bois - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Café du Centre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schuss Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café & Délices d'échellois - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gîte "Le Balcon de Villette", beautiful view, balcony and garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Gîte "Le Balcon de Villette", beautiful view, balcony and garden located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this vacation home in Saint-Laurent-du-Pont is in the mountains, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chartreuse Regional Nature Park, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Monument Charles Emmanuel II and Pont Romain de St Christophe are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet and open air
If you are looking for peace and quiet, perfect hosts, mountain views, you'll find them here.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Perfect base for exploring the Chartreuse
My wife and I were slightly nervous about taking a gite where the owners lived downstairs, but we needn't have worried as Christiane and Roland were discreet and welcoming hosts - think an aperitif on their terrace on arrival and a pot of still warm home made jam thrust into your hand. The house is spacious and lovely. Roland built it himself (he is a joiner by trade) and he and Christiane lived upstairs to begin with. More recently they converted the garages and moved downstairs. That feeling of it being a really well built, solid family home persists, and it was a very relaxing environment to be in. We particularly enjoyed the generous balcony with plenty of space to eat outdoors (and use Roland's ingenious device for positioning the parasol in exactly the right place) and have the most wonderful view of the Chartreuse mountains. We enjoy self-catering, so having a decent boulangerie (there are three apparently), weekly Thursday market of fresh vegetables, cheese, meat etc, as well as a decent supermarket all in nearby St Laurent du Pont was fantastic. St L du P is a well equipped town. We love walking and found the Chartreuse hills even better than the Bauges area to the North, where we had spent a couple of holidays. Christiane was very helpful in suggesting walks. We both speak good French so chatting with them was a delight. They were always keen to hear our exploits for the day! So all in all we would highly recommend this house (and hosts) as the perfect base for exploring the Chartreuse.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

What a Lucky Find!
We can't say enough about this beautiful and comfortable stay. We visited with Roland and Christiane for 3 nights in July. Their house is absolutely gorgeous, as Roland built the home himself and Christiane decorated it with attention to detail. The owners live on the ground level and were helpful, friendly and very gracious in our lack of French. They even took us on a hike up the Petit Som and we stopped at a local bread festival and other sights on the way back. It really felt like we were visiting new friends or family, and we didn't want to leave. The surrounding towns are breathtaking and welcoming. We went caving, canyoneering and hiking. We also visited the local ecological swimming pool and many cafes. This was a wonderful part of our trip that we will never forget. Thanks to the owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clare C.

Peaceful location with spectacular views!
This is a great gite, well equipped and perfectly maintained inside and out. Christiane and Roland are incredibly hospitable, eager to make your stay as enjoyable and comfortable as they possibly can. We enjoyed welcome drinks as well as home made jam! There are plenty of mountains to walk and cycle and beautiful lakes near by. There is a large balcony which runs around the gite offering plenty of outside dining/drinking areas whilst you enjoy the spectacular views, in fact the kitchen is better equipped than our own!! We would highly recommend this gite.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Amazing View, friendly welcome
Very clean and tidy home. Lovely hosts. Incredible views. We hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

deborah p., Washington State

un paradis terrestre
Sometimes, a photo and a description of a vacation rental do not represent the actual circumstances that will be found upon arrival. The photos and descriptions provided by the hosts of Le Balcon de Villette represent exactly what you will experience during your stay. In fact, our expectations were exceeded! The views are stunning! The rooms (bathroom, bedrooms, living and dining rooms and kitchen) are impeccably clean and well furnished with every comfort and utensil that you might need. I think that the kitchen was even better equipped than our own at home - with great appliances and gadgets that American kitchens do not always have. The beds were exceptionally comfortable with a variety of blankets to choose from. Heavy curtains made sleeping in total darkness a treat. The silence at night (and during the day) were soothing after our previous stays in larger cities in France. The owners, Christiane and Roland, who live downstairs, were always ready to recommend a hike, give directions, answer all our questions. This was easily the best vacation rental we have found in all our travels to France! We only had four nights to spend here, but we will be sure to book a longer stay next time. There are so may hikes to do, many villages to visit, and much history to absorb.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

Amazing mountain views and a warm welcome!
This is a lovely gite with all the comforts of home and views to die for. Christiane and Roland made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived on a very hot day. We were welcomed with drinks, home baking, wine and genuine hospitality. The accommodation was to a very high standard with everything that we needed. There were dining and seating areas both inside and outside on the wrap around balcony providing areas to retreat from the sun when needed. We so enjoyed sitting out in the evenings and playing cards with the children over a glass of wine while the sun went down over the mountains. The area is well placed for travelling around the Chartreuse mountains and the amenities of the local town were a very short drive away. I would definitely recommend this gite. Thank you Christiane and Roland. We would definitely return to your lovely gite. Sorry our French was not a little better! Thanks Lesley, Simon, Ashley and Mia
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Wonderful home and beautiful mountains!
Madame and Monsieur are truly gracious hosts. The property is so well maintained and beautiful. Our beds were very comfortable and the kitchen is well appointed. We slept with the windows open and loved the 60 degree evenings in July! There really isn't much more to say that others guests haven't already posted, except that it is well worth the effort to visit this lovely home and mountainous area. Also, we used GPS in the rental car to find restaurants in nearby towns. The grocery store is just in town and be patient to find which restaurants are open during your stay. La Montagnard et L'Auberge de Jet were our faves and not far.

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Rooms with a view!
An immaculate gite with wonderful views and most friendly, informative and hospitable owners (living below). Be prepared to self cater, however, as (in June at any rate) there was very limited choice of restaurants. A car needed to access the property and get to local places of interest.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B., Honolulu, HI

Fantastic house, great views, spectacular location, lovely hosts
You will love this house! It is big and well furnished, with lots of extras (blankets, books, games, balcony chairs and umbrellas, great stuff in the kitchen, etc). All the rooms are comfortable, and the views from the bedroom, kitchen, living room, and surrounding balcony are spectacular. The hosts, Christiane and Roland, who live downstairs, are lovely people. While they respect your privacy, they are happy to help. They gave us good tips on what to do and made sure we didn't miss the local farmer's market and the local flea market. They knew the hours of the shops and where to have a special meal out. We loved the surrounding area, which featured hiking trails, a cave/grotto on an old Roman road, a monastery, a bird sanctuary, etc. It was an easy drive to Annecy for a day by the lake and to Chamonix for a day on the lifts. We would definitely stay there again (and again). In fact, this might have been the best VRBO we've ever stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

laurent c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vue imprenable
Un accueil chaleureux et amical de Christiane et Roland, les propriétaires, un endroit tout simplement splendide face au parc de la Chartreuse. Tous commerces à proximité, d’excellents restaurants également et beaucoup de sentiers de randonnées.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness
Point de vue imprenable sur la Chartreuse
La maison offre une vue magnifique sur la Chartreuse et est très bien située pour faire des randonnées. Elle est spacieuse et très bien équipée. Les propriétaires sont accueillants et chaleureux. Nous recommandons sans hésiter !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hubert N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Une semaine chez Christiane et Rolland
Formidable séjour chez Christiane et Rolland, accueil chaleureux, un réel souci de bien nous recevoir. Logement excellent, une vue imprenable sur la Chartreuse, tout est conforme à la promesse de l'annonce. Si nous revenons dans cette région, c'est sûrement ici que nous logerons. Idéal pour une famille de 4 personnes (ou deux couples). Hubert et Annie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marnix D., Boekelo, Nederland

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruim en goed voorzien vakantiehuis!
Een heerlijke week in de Chartreuse met een ongelooflijk uitzicht vanaf het balkon. Ruime vakantiewoning met een uitstekend geoutilleerde keuken. Zeer behulpzame en vriendelijke gastheer en -dame. Locatie een stukje van het dorp vandaan, auto is wel handig. Heerlijk restaurantje Bonnet d'âne op loopafstand. Zeer goed gelegen voor het verkennen van de prachtige Chartreuse-streek, laat je vooral door de trotse eigenaar informeren en inspireren!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edouard V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idéalement situé en Chartreuse
Christiane et Roland nous ont réservé le meilleur accueil. Le logement est idéalement situé et très bien équipé. A conseiller.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jean jacques p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Les lumières du balcon de Villette
Très bon accueil, lieux magnifiques, donne l envie du retour.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Koen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastisch huis, geweldige gastheer/vrouw en een magnifiek uitzicht.
We hebben in aug. '22 een week doorgebracht in deze prachtige Gîte iets buiten St Laurent du Pont. Dorp met alles wat nodig is op 3 km afstand. Christiane en Roland zijn geweldige gastvrouw en -heer die ons ontvingen met een glaasje wijn en een heleboel tips om te doen. Een beetje kennis van de Franse taal is makkelijk. Het huis op de eerste verdieping is van alle gemakken voorzien en werkelijk brandschoon. Het uitzicht vanaf het balkon is fenomenaal. De Chartreuse is een minder bekend gedeelte van de Alpen waar ontzettend veel mooie dingen te zien zijn als je houdt van bergen en wandelen en watervallen. Maar een bezoek aan een grot of aan Chambery is ook aan te raden. Wij hopen nog eens terug te komen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Herrliche Wandertage in der Chartreuse
Vis-a-vis der Chartreuse-Gipfel, mit dem PKW nicht weit zur engen Strasse nach St.Pierre, die ins Herz der Chartreuse führt, ist die Wohnung ein hervorragender Ausgangspunkt, wenn man verschiedene Ziele im Gebiet anfahren möchte. Die Wohnung selbst, im 1.OG eines frei stehenden Hauses, in dem das Vermieterehepaar unten wohnt, ist gross, bequem mit allem eingerichtet, wie für den eigenen Bedarf. Der Balkon bietet einen herrlichen Blick auf die Berge, So schön wie da sitzt man in keinem Restaurant. Die Strasse, die unterm Haus entlangführt, wird abends und nachts ganz ruhig. Die freundlichen Besitzer sind kundige Berater in Bezug auf die Gegend, sie kennen auch selbst die Bergtouren, was für uns hilfreich war. Wir können den Ort durchweg empfehlen!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eine tolle Weihnachtszeit fern von zu Hause
Kuschelwarm, blitzsauber und weihnachtlich (sogar mit Tannenbaum) geschmückt war die Wohnung bei unserer Ankunft. Wir haben uns in der Wohnung sehr wohlgefühlt, der Ausblick ist beeindruckend und die Ausstattung der Küche ist perfekt. Christiane und Roland haben uns mit passenden Ausflugs- und Einkaufstipps unterstützt. Der Ort ist gut mit dem Auto erreichbar. Ein rundum gelungener Urlaub. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Digne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
très chouette gite
Gîte très confortable et spacieux, propriétaires très accueillant. Une superbe vue depuis la terrasse. Très joli coin! Nous reviendrons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbare Ferienwohnung in der Chartreuse, optimal für Wanderungen
Wir (2E mit 3K) haben wunderbare Ferien bei Christiane und Roland verbracht. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Ihre Wandertipps und Restaurantvorschläge waren super. Wir sind viel gewandert und haben die drei Schwimmbäder im Umkreis gern genutzt. Die Wohnung ist sehr groß, neben den zwei Schlafzimmern gibt es ein sehr bequemes Schlafsofa im Wohnzimmer. Auch die Küche ist perfekt ausgestattet. Der riesige Balkon ermöglicht, morgens und abends in der Sonne zu sitzen, das haben wir sehr genossen. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

fabienne h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un séjour idyllique
Vous avez besoin de dépaysement ? vous êtes à la bonne adresse ! le gite est très agréable, très bien "garni". Vous n'avez qu'à venir presque les "mains dans les poches". Linge de toilettes, draps sont fournis. Christiane et Roland sont des hôtes bienveillants et de bons conseils. Si vous aimez les ballades et les randos, vous êtes au bon endroit. Les départs sont à une vingtaine de minutes voir une demie heure de route. St Laurent du Pont est dans la vallée, facile pour circuler et vous avez tous les commerces. Vous avez une vue inoubliable sur la montagne et "le Balcon de la Villette" va nous manquer ainsi que ces hôtes ! A votre tour de venir passer un bon séjour !!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucile N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villette Aout 2020
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Villette. Le gîte était tout à fait conforme à la description, très propre et très agréable et avec une vue magnifique. La localisation du gite est parfaite pour la randonnée, la baignade et les visites culturelles. Christiane et Rolland sont des hôtes adorables qui nous ont donné de nombreuses idées de sorties. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ralf H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Der morgendliche und abendliche Blick über St-Laurent-du-Pont auf das Chartreuse-Massiv: Herrlich!!!
Auf der Suche nach einer uns unbekannten Region mit schönen Bergen und einer größeren Stadt in der Nähe sind wir auf dieses schöne Urlaubsdomizil gestoßen. Grenoble (Bildermuseum und Bastille) haben wir dann auch besucht. Doch am ersten Tag ging es auf Empfehlung von Roland zunächst mal auf den Hausberg: den Grande Sure. Wir hatten uns im Vorfeld übrigens den einzig zu findenden deutschsprachigen Wanderführer "Savoyen - Rother Wanderführer"" von Reinhard Scholl zugelegt. (Schönes kleines Buch für den Rucksack.) Doch auch von Christiane wurden uns noch private Wanderführer zur Verfügung gestellt. Mit dem Google-Übersetzer konnten wir dann Strecken vergleichen und auch mal leichtere oder uns attraktiver erscheinende Wege zum Gipfel heraussuchen. Die herausfordernd schönste Wanderung war dann am letzten Tag die auf den Grand Som (anstrengender 8h Rundweg ab dem Chartreuse-Museum). Nicht in unserem Reiseführer, aber sehr lohnenswert und abwechslungsreich für meine Frau und mich (sicher auch mit Kindern) ist die Wanderung am Gebirgsbach Guiers Mort ab der Brücke Pont-Saint-Bruno. Badesachen dabeizuhaben lohnt sich! Selbst wollte ich zu diesem Fluss, um tags darauf Fliegenfischen zu gehen. Die Fische waren klein, aber es war toll, kletternd an die einzelnen Angelstellen zu gelangen (Berechtigungen für den Abschnitt gibt es hier http://www1.onf.fr/activites_nature/++oid++10f6/@@display_leisure.html ergänzt um eine allgemeine französische Tagesangelberechtigung https://www.cartedepeche.fr/215-liste-des-cartes.htm - man wird vor Ort auch kontrolliert). Ja, und von unserem Balkon über Villette wären wir am liebsten gar nicht mehr weg. Mit dem Aufstehen und beim Frühstück der erste Blick auf die Berge, manchmal waren diese und St.-Laurent und das nahe Dorf Villette ganz in morgendlichen Nebel gehüllt und am Abend leuchteten die Berge wieder rot von der Abendsonne. Im Dorf Villette gibt es übrigens das nette, relativ preiswerte "Restaurant Le bonnet d'âne" in einer alten Dorfschule - wir sind zweimal dagewesen. Morgens und abends schauten und fragten Christiane und Roland natürlich nach uns, was wir am Tag vorhaben und dann wie es war. Ganz unaufdringlich herzlich. Und an einem Abend wurden wir dann noch zum gemeinsamen Abendessen mit ihren Freunden auf dem Hof dazugeladen. Fazit: Es bleiben einfach viele schöne Erinnerungen - wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und möchten diese Urlaubsunterkunft und die Region weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurent C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Une réussite totale!
Notre séjour au Balcon de Villette a été parfait! Une vaste maison avec tout le confort possible, des vues magnifiques sur la montagne de la Grande Sure, un jardin fleuri, un balcon et une terrasse ensoleillés ou ombragés au gré de nos envies et surtout l'accueil exceptionnel de Christiane et Roland! Nous avions besoin de calme et de nature et nous avons été comblés! En cas de grosse chaleur, les piscines municipales, les forêts et les rivières à proximité ont été bienvenus. Ce fut aussi pour nous un point de départ idéal pour des randonnées formidables dans le massif de la Grande Chartreuse, avec comme point d'orgue l'ascension de la Grande Sure par le col de la petite vache! Une chose semble certaine, nous reviendrons!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020