# Gite 6:Gîte in Puy Mary : Ideal accommodation for exploring the Auvergne Volcanoes ## Identity - **Type of property**: Vacation rental - **Ranking**: 2 keys - **Labelised capacity**: 6 persons ## Location - **City**: Le Claux (15400) - **Department**: Cantal - **Region**: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes - **Coordinates**: 45.1578576, 2.7028378 ## Capacity and layout - **Capacity**: 6 persons - **Bedrooms**: 2 rooms - **Single beds**: 2 single beds - **Double beds**: 2 double beds - **Bathrooms**: 1 bathroom - **Kitchens**: 1 kitchen - **Living rooms**: 2 living rooms - **Pets**: dogs (except categories 1 and 2) and cats are accepted. ## Highlights - **Mountain** - **Closed bike room** - **Pets paid** ## Labels and themes - **Bike holidays**: Designed for touring cyclists, this accommodation is less than 5 km from a signposted cycle route and offers a secure room with tools and a repair kit. - **Family and friends holidays**: Designed for conviviality, these offers include a baby kit (cot, high chair) and equipment such as a barbecue, raclette grill or plancha... - **Nature holidays**: These rentals, close to signposted trails, offer full documentation (topographical guides, IGN maps, guidebooks, etc.) for your nature walks. ## The advantages of the accommodation - Exceptional setting facing Puy Mary: panoramic view of the Auvergne volcanoes, ideal for nature lovers and hikers in the heart of the Parc des Volcans. - Comfort for all types of holiday: 17 fully-equipped gîtes, including one for disabled guests, sleeping from 4 to 9 people, perfect for families, friends or groups. - Connection and tranquillity: Take advantage of free Wi-Fi in all the gîtes while you recharge your batteries in a calm, unspoilt environment. ## Description Treat yourself to an unforgettable nature break in our holiday gîte in Le Claux, Cantal, ideally located in the 17-gîte village of Espinette, at the foot of the mythical Puy Mary. This gîte sleeps 4 to 6 people and is the perfect base from which to discover the Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne and its countless natural treasures. Inside the gîte : Ground floor: Enjoy a bright dining room with extra beds, ideal for hosting family or friends. The modern, fully-equipped kitchen (induction hob, oven, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, etc.) is perfect for preparing delicious meals. The private terrace with picnic table is perfect for enjoying your meals al fresco while admiring the scenery. Upstairs: The gîte has two well-appointed bedrooms: one with a double bed and the other with two single beds, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The bathroom, equipped with shower, WC and vanity unit, completes this cocoon of comfort. Modern facilities: \- Television and Wi-Fi to keep you connected \- Full bedding with draw sheets, duvets and pillows \- Options available: bed linen, towels and cleaning on request, as well as the possibility of purchasing a kit of household products Note: A supplement is required for heating, and pets are allowed (maximum 2 per rental) at an additional cost. Activities and discoveries nearby : Ideally located in the heart of the Cantal, our gîte offers direct access to a multitude of outdoor activities: \- Hiking around Puy Mary and in the Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne 🥾 \- Mountain biking on the picturesque trails 🚴‍♂️ \- Snowshoe excursions in winter ❄️ \- Explore picturesque, authentic Auvergne villages such as Salers and Tournemire 🏰 Book your stay now at this gîte in Le Claux, Cantal, and experience an authentic holiday combining modern comfort with total immersion in nature. Relax in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the Auvergne! ## Home You will be welcomed at the Maison de la Montagne. Arrivals are between 3pm and 5.30pm and departures between 9am and 10am. For arrivals and departures outside these times, please contact the Maison de la Montagne. ## Accommodation details - **Approval number**: 015MS000343 - **Surface**: 40 m² - **Equipped for babies**: Yes - **Beds**: 4 (1 x double bed, 2 x single bed, and 1 x double sofa bed) - **WCs**: 1 - **Kitchens**: 1 - **Living rooms**: 2 - **Owner's payment methods**: Transfert, Cheque, Credit card, Cash, and Holiday vouchers - **Connect Holiday Vouchers**: Yes - **Guarantee deposit**: €200.00 ## Rooms - **Bedroom**: 1st floor - **Bedroom**: 1st floor - **Bathroom**: 1st floor - **Livingroom / Bedroom**: Ground floor - **Kitchen in the living / dining room**: Ground floor ## Supplements - **Pet**: Mandatory, €10.00 / animal, Accommodation charges per pet at the time of your stay. Maximum of 2 dogs per holiday cottage. - **Electricity and heating package**: Mandatory, €6.00 / nuit, From 15 September to 15 June, a daily flat rate is charged, which includes electricity and heating. Consumption must not exceed 280 kWh per week for holiday cottages accommodating 7–9 people Consumption must not exceed 190 kWh per week for holiday cottages accommodating 4–6 people. If the electricity flat rate is exceeded, any additional consumption will be charged at €0.65 per kWh at the end of the stay. - **End-of-stay cleaning package**: €60.00 / séjour, End-of-stay cleaning - **Bed linen set**: €5.00 / quantité libre, Bed linen hire - **exceeding the electricity allowance**: Billing at end of stay, An electricity allowance of 80 kWh per week is included in the rental price outside the heating season. If this allowance is exceeded, any additional kWh will be charged at €0.65 per kWh at the end of your stay. ## Equipment and services - **Interior equipment**: - Cookware & Kitchen Utensils - Crockery & Cutlery - Dishwasher - Drying Rack - Extractor Hood - Hair Dryer - Heated towel bar - Iron - Ironing Board - No Smoking Rooms/Facilities - Washing Machine - coffee maker - cupboards - electric kettle - fridge - hanger - kitchen supplies - microwave - mirror - oven - radiators - sofa - table and chairs - toaster - vacuum cleaner - wine glasses - **Outdoor equipment**: - BBQ grill - Closed bike room - External Lighting - Terrace - outdoor furniture - private entrance - sun umbrellas - **Accessibility**: - Country or rural view - Grab Bars in Bathroom - Handicapped Rooms/Facilities - Mountain View - Pets paid - Wheelchair access possible - accessible bathroom - accessible path of travel - rollin shower - shower chair - wide clearance to shower and toilet - Courtyard view - **Parking lots**: - Outdoor Parking - Private parking - **Sustainable equipments**: - Compost - Organised selective sorting - Water reducer - **High-tech**: - Free Wireless Internet - TV - internet connection - **Baby equipments**: - Baby bath - Booster seat - Cots, High Chairs, Mattress (on request) - baby safety gates - **Security**: - Smoke Detectors ## Nearby Located in the charming village of Le Claux, in the heart of the Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, the meeting point is on the Place André Roux (15400 Le Claux). This typical Cantal village is close to the famous Puy Mary, one of the most beautiful natural sites in France. 🚗Depart from Aurillac (60 km), take the D922 towards Riom-ès-Montagnes, then follow the D3 to Le Claux. 🚗From Clermont-Ferrand (110 km): Take the A75, exit Massiac, then follow the D678 and the D3 to the village. 🚆 By train: Nearest stations at Murat (20 km) and Riom-ès-Montagnes (30 km), linked by local connections. 🚖 By taxi: Taxis are available from Murat and Riom-ès-Montagnes stations for direct access to Gîtes de l'Espinette. The gîtes are ideally located on the edge of the village, offering stunning views of the iconic volcanic landscapes. Their location provides quick access to hiking trails, particularly to the famous Puy Mary, as well as to a wide range of outdoor activities. ## To discover in the surrounding area - ATM/Cash Machine at 18 km - Bathing at 20 km - Bicycle Rentals - Campaign - Childrens Activities at 0.5 km - Communal pool at 18 km - Cross Country Skiing at 4 km - Cycle path - Downtown at 18 km - Drugstore at 18 km - Fishing - Florist at 18 km - Free Parking - Gift Shop - Jogging Track - Lake at 4 km - Local groceries at 6 km - Mountain - Petanque - Picnic Area/Tables - Restaurant - Shopping Mall at 18 km - Skiing at 40 km - Taxi access - Train station at 25 km - Vending Machines at 18 km - delicatessen at 18 km - grocery store at 6 km - hiking - library - rafting nearby - river - ziplining nearby at 40 km ## Starting rate From €116 for 1 night