Holiday Home in the Ardéche

La Mirande details

Home description

Commanding dramatic views over the Rhone Valley to the French Alps La Mirande sits in perfect isolation on a plateau 700m above sea level. Surrounded by farm land with 6,000m² of private orchard and garden, it is an island of great tranquility. Even though the house is spacious it offers a very warm living situation perfect for two people. The nearest town, Privas is only a 12min drive away and offers everything from country markets to high class super markets.

External features on site

• Barbecue
• Fishing lake
• Garden
• Scenic views

Accommodation detail

Part of a 200 year old farm complex this renovated barn has an open living concept of accommodation.

• Kitchen on the ground floor with stairs leading up to a
• Large living space with high wood ceilings giving the space a wonderful openness.
• The house has a large bathroom with shower and toilet, there is a second toilet on the lower level. Approximately one quarter of the main living space supports a mezzanine level which supplies the main sleeping area.
• Second large room with good exposure for winter sun has large windows and skylights making it a wonderful area to take advantage of all the winter sun, write or read and enjoy the incredible views. Because of its privacy this space can also be used as a second bedroom.

The floors of the whole house are tiled in beautiful blue grey tiles heated in winter by geothermal floor heating. This geothermal system also supplies the energy for the hot water reducing electricity costs considerably. There is a wine cellar and work space on the lower level of the building. Plenty of parking is available.

About the location

Located at 700m on a plateau, 2 hours south of Lyon, 15min from Privas and a 2 hour drive to the Mediterranean La Mirande offers you intimate contact with nature, spectactular views and absolute tranquility.  

The town of Privas, capital of the Ardéche is a thriving regional centre with super markets and charming local shops. Market days are Wednesdays and Saturdays offering a great opportunity to buy all the wonderful fresh local produce There are many restuarants in the region ranging from top class Michelin stared establishments to charming local bistros where you eat what the proprietor has to offer on the day. If you prefere to eat at home you can pick up a  famous Picadon goats cheese from the neighbouring farmer and  enjoy with a good Ardéche wine from your local vineyard.   

A short drive to Vallon Pont Arch takes you to the touristic centre of the Ardéche and the sensational Gorge de Ardéch. Lyon, one of the gastronomic capital of the world is a 1.5 hour drive away when you feel like more sophistication or would like to visit the Opera or take in a Show. A day on  the beach at Camarque can be enjoyed without any difficulty. The famous skying fields of France are also only a few hours away.

But the main charm of La Mirande is its location. Looking down onto the Rhone valley and across to the Alpes, a place to rest, take long walks and find new energy from the old volcanic rocky soils of the region.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and facilities.

Activities near by

Bird Watching, Boules, Canoeing, Caving, Cycling, Drawing and painting, Fishing, Flying, Gourmet dining, Hiking, Horse riding, Kayaking, Paragliding, Photography, Photography, Rambling, Riverside activities, Rock climbing, Shopping, Sightseeing, Skiing, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Wine tasting, Wine touring

See Activities and attractions for more information on nearby activities and places of interest.

How to get here

The nearest TGV station, Valence is a 0.5 hour drive away and from there a 2.5 hour train ride to Paris. A direct line also runs to Lille connecting with the Paris-London channel train. The nearest important Airport is Lyon with connection  avialable to all European centres. By car the main French north south highway passes close by with exits for Privas just south of Valence.

See Local guide and map for information on nearby towns and airports.