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Gîte piscine nature and calm, OCTOPUS
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 675 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gîte piscine nature and calm, OCTOPUS
Discover the “Octopus” cottage – Perfect for 6 people in Drôme Provençale
Set on a bucolic 2-hectare estate of meadows, bamboo, and pine trees, below the old listed village of La Laupie (featured in Des Racines et des Ailes), the Octopus cottage (75 m², sleeps 6) is a detached house converted from a 15th-century farmhouse and silk farm. Renovated from top to bottom by an artist couple, with a terrace and private garden. (Two other cottages complete the estate). Owners live nearby and are available if needed.
Highlights of the “Octopus” cottage and the estate:
Shared XXL swimming pool (7m x 12.5m): Large secure pool in an enclosed area, comfortable sun loungers – ideal for families.
Children's playground: Swing set, slide, and trampoline with safety net.
Mosaic Workshop & Exhibition: Art classes on site (by reservation), exhibition room.
Fully Equipped Kitchen & Cozy Living Room: All mod cons, cheerful decor to lift your spirits.
Winter Charges: Electricity and heating at your expense.
The 2 Spacious Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: 1 160 cm bed for couples.
Bedroom 2: 2 90 cm beds + 1 140 cm bed in an alcove – perfect for 6 people.
Just a stone's throw away:
Views of the Drôme countryside, with nightingales and cicadas providing the soundtrack.
Hiking trails and beaches 20 minutes away; AOC restaurants 5-10 minutes away.
Why book “Octopus”?
Historic house renovated by artists, beds suitable for 6 people, XXL swimming pool, private garden and peaceful family atmosphere (no parties). Secluded bucolic location – book for summer 2026!
Set on a bucolic 2-hectare estate of meadows, bamboo, and pine trees, below the old listed village of La Laupie (featured in Des Racines et des Ailes), the Octopus cottage (75 m², sleeps 6) is a detached house converted from a 15th-century farmhouse and silk farm. Renovated from top to bottom by an artist couple, with a terrace and private garden. (Two other cottages complete the estate). Owners live nearby and are available if needed.
Highlights of the “Octopus” cottage and the estate:
Shared XXL swimming pool (7m x 12.5m): Large secure pool in an enclosed area, comfortable sun loungers – ideal for families.
Children's playground: Swing set, slide, and trampoline with safety net.
Mosaic Workshop & Exhibition: Art classes on site (by reservation), exhibition room.
Fully Equipped Kitchen & Cozy Living Room: All mod cons, cheerful decor to lift your spirits.
Winter Charges: Electricity and heating at your expense.
The 2 Spacious Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: 1 160 cm bed for couples.
Bedroom 2: 2 90 cm beds + 1 140 cm bed in an alcove – perfect for 6 people.
Just a stone's throw away:
Views of the Drôme countryside, with nightingales and cicadas providing the soundtrack.
Hiking trails and beaches 20 minutes away; AOC restaurants 5-10 minutes away.
Why book “Octopus”?
Historic house renovated by artists, beds suitable for 6 people, XXL swimming pool, private garden and peaceful family atmosphere (no parties). Secluded bucolic location – book for summer 2026!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 0070502615718
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
La Laupie
Located in La Laupie, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Regional Natural Park of Baronnies Provençales and La Gare des Ramières reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Palais des Bonbons du Nougat et des Souvenirs and Centre Culturel Jean Ferrat. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.

La Laupie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
What's nearby
- Piste de Kart Cross du Creaux de Barret - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
- Valdaine Golf Club - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
- Palais des Bonbons du Nougat et des Souvenirs - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
- Château des Adhemar - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
- Place du Marche - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- La Pause Rn7 - 10 min drive
- TOTAL - 12 min drive
- Campanile Montelimar - Les Tourrettes - 13 min drive
- Ibis Montelimar Nord - 13 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Verified
20 February 2019
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David M.
21 July 2018
Un havre d’en paix sous le chant des cigales
David M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
8/10 Good
Liesbeth V.
9 July 2017
Mooie ligging. Rustig. Alles in orde
Liesbeth V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Mathieu N.
28 August 2015
Parfait
Mathieu N.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Floriane B.
9 July 2015
Super!
Floriane B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Laurent G.
31 December 2014
Une semaine de calme et de farniente
Laurent G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
charlotte L.
23 November 2014
repos et déconnexion, confort et couleurs
charlotte L.
Archival
8/10 Good
Stéphane P.
21 November 2014
Vacances très reposantes
Stéphane P.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Pauline R.
29 May 2013
"C''est la deuxième fois ...
Pauline R.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aude-Isabelle W.
8 January 2013
"Très beau gîte bien équi...
Aude-Isabelle W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aurélie C.
28 December 2012
"La maison est magnifique...
Aurélie C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
25 May 2012
"Un séjour dépaysant! No...
Archival
10/10 Excellent
JEAN-JACQUES R.
29 October 2011
"Très beau gîte, acceuil ...
JEAN-JACQUES R.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Emmanuel M.
4 October 2011
"Bonjour, Nous avons pass...
Emmanuel M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
30 April 2011
"Rien à redire. Une excel...
Archival
10/10 Excellent
31 December 2010
"Excellente semaine passé...
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aurélie G.
12 May 2009
"Superbe décoration plein...
Aurélie G.
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