Chambon 4

The mas offers you a living space for 4 and 6 people, restored in the original style. The houses have their own separate terrace. The mas is located on a 1.6 ha site and borders the river Beaume so that you have direct access to the water (directly nearby there are some deeper places where you can swim). If you go a little upstream, there are waterfalls with a basin in which you can swim and jump down from rocks). On hot days you can easily cool off in the water or under the large chestnut trees in the orchard. Chambon is located at an altitude of about 600 meters, which makes it pleasant to stay even in hot summers. Cultural activities many small, picturesque, villages and towns. Joyeuse, les Vans, l'Argentiere each have their own regional weekly market days. Aubenas, with castle, is a larger town with a regional function. More famous historic cities are about 1.5 hours away (including Avignon, Valance, Nîmes, Montelimar). At Anduze (Ales) you will find the largest European bamboo garden Sports activities The rivers in the Ardèche are ideal for a canoe-kayak descent (well-known rivers are of course the Ardèche, Chassezac, Eyrieux or Doux). There are about 50 climbing sites in the Ardèche for the practice of climbing. From the Col de Meyrand (about 20 minutes away) you can practice paragliding. The landing site is in Chambon, which offers a nice view of the "landing" from the house. A Grand Randonnée runs along Chambon. From Chambon there is a route to the Col de Meyrand. This is a beautiful day trip through unspoiled nature with wide views. The combination of walking with the many streams and rocks, which provide the necessary cooling and variety, makes the area a pleasant and challenging environment for children as well. For speleologists, there are 2000 caves to discover. (especially in the dry part of the Ardèche (the south-eastern area)). Mountain bikers can enjoy themselves on a large circuit of marked trails (including in the nature reserve of the Col de Meyrand). A holiday in Chambon means getting away from mass tourism, enjoying a quiet and clean environment while respecting nature. For more detailed information and rental details, see the site.