Charming Firmin Cottage house in Vals les BainsnSeasonal rental for 6 pers | Cottage in Vals-les-Bains
3 Bedroom Cottage in Vals-les-Bains
Vals le Bains – Seasonal rental of a Prestigious Cottage House in a unique atmosphere, with Para-Hotel Service.
Maison Firmin Galimard offers a charming cottage for 6 people, superbly renovated in a century-old, landscaped park of 8,600 m² in the city center and on the banks of the Volane river.
This historic property will seduce you with its discreet charm, the unique atmosphere of the property built in 1871, renovated in 2023, its Orangery and its swimming pool built in the greenhouse of the Orangerie created by the architect Camille Formigé (Universal Exhibition of Paris in 1890).
Our family home, dating from the early nineteenth century, offers its guests the opportunity to welcome them in a Charming Cottage: an old farmhouse of 120m² renovated in 2023, respecting its identity and historical heritage and overlooking a green setting made up of hundred-year-old trees. You can stroll through the paths of the park with remarkable trees, in a flower garden including a pond fed by a spring, observe the animals (ducks, herons, etc.), and discover the bamboo grove, up to the swimming pool and the petanque court.
Para-hotel service Mathilde, our concierge managing the property is at your disposal:
• Personalized welcome
• End-of-stay cleaning and laundry service (sheets, towels) included in the hotel formula
• Beds made on arrival
• Additional services available upon request.
Living space: The cottage is perfectly equipped to accommodate 6 people with:
On the ground floor
• An open-plan kitchen equipped (fridge, microwave, oven, halogen hob, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, etc.) overlooking the dining room, facing the park.
• A large cathedral living room of 18m²
• 1 bedroom of 17m² each equipped with a Queen size double bed (1.60m x 2.00m) and its bathroom with walk-in shower and separate toilet, hairdryer. French window overlooking the park.
On the 1st floor by a wide staircase
• 2 bedrooms of 17m² each equipped with a Queen size double bed (1.60m x 2.00m), and their independent bathroom with walk-in shower and separate toilet, hairdryer. Window view of the park.
All rooms and bedrooms of the cottage are air-conditioned/heated for your comfort.
Upon arrival, all the beds will be made, and you will have the linen available. A small welcome gift will also be waiting for you.
Outside Part of the flower garden is reserved for our guest tenants; a large table and chairs for 6 people, a Weber BBQ available for lunch/dinner outside in the sun or under the trees, sunbeds will allow you to relax with family or friends.
Century old Park - The Landscape Park of the property was created in 1867, by the Lyon architect Marc-Antoine Luizet and his son Gabriel.
Originally, the park was used by the Family, as a pleasure park to relax, whose rare plants and species had been planted by our great-grandparents.
These different species are listed (Atlas Cedars Cedrus Atlantica 32m high and 122cm in diameter, Virginia Cedar, Sequoias Sempervirens known as "Red Wood" of California 45m high and 133cm in diameter, Virginia Plaqueminer known as Virginia Tulip Tree, Ginkos Biloba of Japan, Calocedra 30m high and 110cm in diameter, Palms, Spruces, Abies Nordmanniana American February, Gleditsia Triacantos, ...) in order to make you discover them during a short walk.
The advantages of our Cottage: Relaxation, Health, and Well-Being
The Swimming Pool
Swimming pool 8.5 meters long by 4 meters wide with Jet-Stream counter-current swimming, temperature regulated by a heat pump. The pool benefits from a security system.
The pool is closed between October 1st and the end of May. Access to the swimming pool is regulated.
Our cottage is ideal to book an unforgettable holiday, discover prehistoric caves and exceptional natural sites during your stay in Ardeche
• Be amazed by the Paleolithic and the underground world: The Vallon Pont d'Arc, Grotte Chauvet cave classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, l’Aven d’Orgnac geant site, Grotte de la Madeleine in Saint-Remèze, L’Aven Grotte de la Forestiere, La Grotte de Saint-Marcel d’Ardeche;
• The Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park with the Mont Gerbier des Joncs, the Lake of Issarlès;
• Canoeing down the Ardèche river;
• The Château d'Aubenas from the thirteenth century and the typical Ardèche villages: Ailhon, Antraigues (a high-perched village of character, Jean Ferrat's country), Balazuc, Labeaume, Banne, Jaujac, Vogüé;
• Vals: Maison Champanhet (Museum of the eighteenth century), the Thermes de Vals, its intermittent spring discovered by Firmin Galimard, the Italian-style theatre, the Casino de Vals (slot machines, electronic English roulette, Black Jack)
• The historic Monte Carlo Rally (January-February); • Country market Place Galimard (weekly on Sunday mornings).
https://en.ardeche-guide.com/fetes-and-events/traditional-festivals
Thermal Baths and Restaurants
• The thermal baths of Vals-les-Bains
• Michelin-stars restaurants : Likoké in Vans, La Bòria in Veyras, La Villa Tartary in Aubenas, Les Coloquintes in Aubenas
• Country bistros : Safrania Bistrorant place du château in Aubenas, Kaizaco in Aizac, Le Bistro d'Ailhon, L'Adresse in Vals les Bains, l'Auberge de Banne in Banne, Auberge de la Tour Brison in Sanilhac, Auberge de Bachasson in Ste Eulalie
• Artisanal ice cream: Béatrix ice cream historical Boutique & Terrasse in Vals-les-Bains
• Unique table d'hôte: Restaurant La Remise in Antraigues-sur-Volane, famous for its apple pie during the Monte Carlo Rally For electric cars, it is possible to plug in a charger at Place Galimard.
Terms & Conditions
• Pets: Not allowed (ducks and other animals in the park)
• Parties: Strictly forbidden
• Home: Non-smoking indoors
• Children: Under the responsibility of the parents (presence of stairs and unsecured water feature)
Concierge Service: A Service Dedicated to the Property Mathilde is at your disposal to answer all your special requests:
• Regional breakfasts and meals on request
• Booking and organization of activities
• Ironing or cleaning
• Babysitting
• Taxi and private driver
We hope to welcome you soon to our Firmin Cottage - Maison Galimard for a memorable stay. For any reservation or request for additional information, do not hesitate to contact us.
Charming Firmin Cottage house in Vals les BainsnSeasonal rental for 6 pers is located in Vals-les-Bains. Charming Firmin Cottage house in Vals les BainsnSeasonal rental for 6 pers provides accommodation, featuring Pool, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cottage features Pool, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Charming Firmin Cottage house in Vals les BainsnSeasonal rental for 6 pers has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Vals-les-Bains has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Vals-les-Bains, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Bathtub or shower
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3 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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Soap
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Toilet paper
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Breakfast available for a fee
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Living room
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Dishwasher
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Microwave
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Coffee/tea maker
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Electric kettle
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Near laundromat
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Onsite parking
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Welcoming cats and dogs only
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Pet friendly
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1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
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Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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No elevators
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smoke-free property
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Well-lit path to entrance
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Rock climbing nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Cave exploring nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Rafting nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Hunting nearby
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Double-glazed windows
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100% renewable energy
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Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)
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French
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English
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Italian
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In the city center
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In a village
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Near a hospital
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Desk
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Concierge services
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Local meal delivery service
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Close to skiing
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Private pool
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Heated pool
Policies
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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 073310002059m special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
