The recently renovated La Petite Maison gîte is located in a hamlet of Saint-Étienne-de-Carlat, 18 km from Aurillac. This charming holiday home with garden is an ideal base for recharging your batteries in the heart of nature and exploring the tourist routes of Carladès, between Cantal and Aveyron. Character house with garden in Saint-Étienne-de-Carlat in Carladès La Petite Maison invites you to enjoy a peaceful holiday in the countryside with family or friends. This charming gîte is in a traditional house from 1809, made of local stone and a slate roof. With a surface area of 120 m2, spread over 2 levels, it is equipped with the greatest comfort to comfortably accommodate 6 people. Small dogs (up to 2) are welcome in this holiday rental. On the ground floor, this character house reveals a beautiful living room whose exposed stone walls have been preserved. In the old cantou, the traditional fireplace, a pellet stove has found its place. A large corner sofa, a duo of coffee tables and a television make up the living room. A buffet, a Scandinavian-style wooden table and its contemporary chairs furnish the dining room with elegance and sobriety. The modern kitchen, generously equipped, is independent. It has a real dining area with table and chairs. A large bay window brings in beautiful light and offers direct access to the outdoor terrace. Here again, comfort is the order of the day: garden furniture and deckchairs await you for a relaxing break. A laundry room with washing machine and separate toilets with washbasins complete the layout of the ground floor. A wooden staircase leads to the upper floor where you will find the 3 bedrooms as well as a large bathroom with walk-in shower and separate toilets. Each bedroom, carefully decorated, has a double bed and a wardrobe. In addition, the beds are made upon your arrival. On the landing, a play area is dedicated to the youngest, the stairs are secured for a peaceful stay. La Petite Maison offers many amenities to guarantee your comfort: Connected TV Free Wi-Fi Bed linen and towels provided Baby kit: bed, bath, high chair The outdoor facilities: garden furniture, deckchairs, barbecue, pétanque court, will allow you to enjoy the large garden in complete peace. It is possible to park your vehicle within the grounds of the property. For shopping, the nearest shops are located in Vézac (7 km), Arpajon-sur-Cère (12 km), Polminhac (13 km) and Aurillac (18 km). GOOD TO KNOW stay from 3 nights minimum optional cleaning service: €80 stove: 3 bags of pellets offered, €7 per additional bag dog: supplement of €20 per animal Nature holidays in the heart of the Cantal massif What to do in Saint-Étienne-de-Carlat during your stay at the gîte La Petite Maison? This village of 140 inhabitants, located between the Cère and Goul valleys, offers an exceptional natural setting to relax and get some fresh air. Overview of the activities and tourist sites to visit during your stay in Carladès. The hiking trails of Carladès offer breathtaking views of the Cantal volcano, including Puy Mary (classified as a Grand site de France®), Plomb du Cantal, and Puy Griou. There is no shortage of easy, medium or difficult mountain or forest paths. To plan your route, you can consult the Massif Cantalien Espace Nature application. On the Thiézac side, about twenty km from your gîte, discover: the Faillitoux waterfall, at an altitude of 1,100 metres, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Cantal the discovery trail of the Gorges du Pas de Cère, a refreshing walk along the water l’Elancèze, at an altitude of 1,571 metres, for its breathtaking view of the Monts du Cantal. This summit is accessible from the Col du Pertus. 3 Grande Randonnée trails cross the Carladès: the GR® 400 (tour of the Monts du Cantal), the GR® 465 (from Murat to Conques) and the Via Arverna (a variant of the Way of Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle, linking Clermont-Ferrand to Cahors). Let yourself be tempted by a stopover! Trail running is one of the activities you can do. Around fifteen marked trails are in Carladès. Cycling and mountain biking are particularly suitable for discovering the region. From sports to family outings, between valleys and rivers, you will find routes suitable for all levels. The Bike Park at the Lioran resort with its 9 downhill mountain bike trails and 2 enduro trails is reserved for thrill seekers. Mountain bikes and electric mountain bikes are available for hire. Why not take advantage of your holiday to go horse riding? Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, this activity can be done with several people, with family or a group of friends. Around your vacation rental, you will find 3 equestrian farms in Polminhac, Pailherols and Le Lioran. Fancy a day of relaxation and leisure? To swim or practice a water activity, you can go to: on the banks of the Lot in Vieillevie (Base Canoë Sport Nature) to the Laussac peninsula on the wooded banks of Lake Sarrans to the Puech des Ouilhes peninsula on the shores of Lake Saint-Étienne-Cantalès. The lake is also famous for fishing. Are you a fan of winter sports? Are you more into downhill skiing? Head to the Lioran resort at the foot of the Plomb du Cantal. Do you prefer cross-country skiing? Go to the Espace Nordique in Pailherols to enjoy the wide open spaces of the Cantal Massif. These two family resorts also offer sledding and snowshoeing activities, etc. The history of Carladès has been marked by a large number of famous people such as Queen Margot, Anne of Austria and the Princes of Monaco. The virtual augmented reality tour of the Rocher de Carlat will allow you, thanks to new technologies (screens, headsets and digital applications), to dive into the heart of the Carlat fortress, which has now disappeared. As an anecdote, the rock, which became Monegasque in 1914, still belongs to the Principality of Monaco. In the surrounding area, about twenty kilometers from the gîte La Petite Maison, you can visit the remarkable villages of Raulhac, Polminhac, Vic-sur-Cère or the castles of Messilhac and Pesteils. You can stop in Aurillac for a shopping break or a discovery on foot of the historic center. Don't leave the region without tasting the local specialties. Cheeses, charcuterie and traditional dishes such as truffade, pounti and bourriols await you at the farmers' markets and during tasting visits to the farm. Make the most of your stay in Saint-Etienne-de-Carlat, at the gîte La Petite Maison to immerse yourself in an exceptional natural setting and explore a rich historical heritage. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information or to book your stay!