Very close to the village of Orcières, in the small hamlet of Marches overlooking the Champsaur valley, it is facing the great outdoors and close to all amenities that Philippe, the owner's brother, will have the pleasure of welcoming you. The “l'Aiguille” gîte is located on the upper level of a renovated stone village house including another accommodation on the ground floor. On one level, it has an independent entrance at the back of the house. Completely attic, come and spend a comfortable stay in this gîte furnished with the greatest care. It consists of a bright living room with dining area, equipped kitchen and relaxation area with its fireplace; a small room (-6m²) with a double bed; as well as a bathroom/WC. Enjoy the view from the small balcony adjoining the living room and facing south. You can also enjoy the outdoor space located in front of the entrance to the gîte, near the farm of the owner's brother, a sheep breeder, who can show you his activity. Possibility of secure equipment room shared with other furnished accommodation (bikes, skis). Electric heating. Private parking in front of the gîte. Numerous opportunities for outdoor activities nearby: hiking trails, mountain biking, horse riding; halfway between the leisure center and the Orcières Merlette ski resort, where you can also enjoy its leisure and relaxation complex (swimming pool open all winter and during school holidays the rest of the year ) as well as shops.
Accommodation themes
- SWEET BABY
- SINGLE LEVEL GITE
- INTERNET ADDICTS
Number of people : 2 persons
Number of room : 1 room
Surface : 30 m²
Altitude 1650 m
Pets : Not allowed
Internet/Wi-Fi : Yes
The house
1 Double bed
1 Shower
1 WC
Room 1 6 m² Ground floor
- 1 Double bed (140cm)
Une chambrette (-6m²) avec un lit double en 140*190cm.
domestic equipment
- Accès Web
- Microwave oven
- Washing machine
- Local ski-bikes
- Child reads
- Stove/Fireplace
- Television
outdoor facilities
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Enclosed ground
- Private parking
- Garden furniture
Services
- Heating included
- House cleaning30.00 € (Rate for the entire stay)
Leisure and amenities
- Bathing :2 km
Shops :3 km- Horse riding :4 km
- Climbing :10 km
Station :35 km- Fishing :4 km
- Forest :0,5 km
- Downhill skiing :2 km
- Cross country skiing :3 km
- Hang gliding :3 km
- Windsurf :25 km
- VTT :0,5 km
Themes of your stay
- SWEET BABYGoing on holiday with one or more children is not always easy. That's why we have created the 'loving baby' stay. No need to bring all baby's things and overload your car, your hosts will provide the necessary equipment: cot, high chair, changing mat, etc. The owners will advise you on family activities and outings accessible with a push chair. In some cases they can even arrange babysitters so that you can spend an evening alone together.
- SINGLE LEVEL GITEThis single-level gîte offers ground level accommodation. Rooms, bedrooms and bathrooms are all situated on the ground floor. There is easy access and movement within the lodging. The gîte is particularly suitable for young children and handicapped persons. There is one step at the entrance.
- INTERNET ADDICTSStay connected, receive your emails, surf the net, or work online…To stay in touch with your loved ones or your work, send news or your holiday photos, to search for an itinerary or plan the next stage of your holiday, your gîte has an internet connection accessible during your stay.
- THE HAUTES-ALPES BY BIKESome of the most famous sporting events have taken place on the Southern Alps roads and tracks (Tour de France, Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré, French mountain bike championships, Worldcup, etc.) and the region is nowadays known as a bicycle paradise. The marked itineraries for both mountain bikers and touring cyclists make it a pleasure accessible to everyone. Your hosts make your stay even easier by providing a storage room for your equipment, a repair kit and information.
GITE ON THE FARMThe Alpes du Sud is a land of contrasts, bathed in light and sun. Over the years the inhabitants have developed their produce with Mother Nature's bounty. Farmers and breeders invite you to explore their country, share their passion for their work, follow their daily activities according to the seasons, and taste their products stemming from an agriculture allying tradition, quality and modernity. They will take the time to pass a moment with you, helping you to listen to and understand this world that they respect and maintain.
GITE RANDO (HIKERS)The accommodation is situated near one or more marked hiking trails (PR, GR). The owner provides topographical maps (IGN) and guidebooks. He will be able to advise his guests on the itineraries and can provide a packed lunch (if you take your dinners with him).- GITE CALINA break for lovers. Cosy little nests where you will have no wish to go out. The 'gîtes calins' permit you to re-establish yourselves as a couple for a weekend or longer. Intimate and cosy, they make delightful harbours of affection to share hand in hand, in the quiet of the garden or curled up on the sofa head against shoulder in front of the fire …depending the season.
- ACCESS TO ORCIERES-MERLETTE SKI AREAMerlette ski resort is situated above the village of Orcières in Hautes-Alpes. The resort has a superb ski area, its southern orientation assuring sun, and it's a pleasure to ski all day in the knowledge that you can ski all the way back to the resort. For adrenaline seekers there are opportunities to go off-piste as well as the snow park. And after a day of skiing, why not take advantage of the magnificent sports centre with its covered swimming pool. Altitude from 1850 to 2725 m, 44 pistes covering 85 km, (6 black, 18 red, 11 blue, 9 green), 28 lifts. Ski school. Snow garden. Snowshoeing, dog-sleds, ski touring. Ice rink. Snow park. Telemark. Cross-country area 2 km away, meeting place and ski equipment rental. Paragliding. Tenpin bowling, cinema, discotheque.
