Les Frênes

St Nectaire, Puy-de-Dôme
Bed & Breakfast

Homely cottage above Saint Nectaire with friendly hosts and amazing views; hike or walk in the mountains, visit hot springs or a cheese farm

1 room

Rooms sleep 2

From

€60 p/n

How to book

If you have any questions or want to enquire about dates, use our form to contact Monique Deforge or see their website for more information.

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Pricing

From €60 per night

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The
Experience

Perched on the hill this old farmhouse has stupendous views from its hillside garden – you’ll see the Romanesque church below and woods and mountains soaring beyond. Monique, chatty and knowledgeable, speaks perfect English and knows the Auvergne well.

Your self-contained cottage has a kitchen and its own private patio but breakfast is in Monique and Daniel’s vaulted dining room. Eat copiously – bread and pastries, regional cheeses, yoghurts, delicious home-made compote – and enjoy the humour, zest and kindness of a couple who were born to hospitality.

Drive to Saint Nectaire in five minutes for shops and restaurants. There are walking trails from your door, or you can hike to the top of the landmark Puy de Dôme, the highest dormant volcano in the Chaîne des Puys – or take the petit train to the summit.

We think you'll love

Having an independent cottage but with a delicious breakfast provided
The peace and quiet of the garden – and the views
Monique’s enthusiasm for the area

Home truths

Access to the house is up a steep grassy slope or around the rough farmyard at the back
There isn't a lot of choice for restaurants outside the high season

Essentials

Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
WiFi
Spa
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Bar
Barbecue
Licensed premises
Vegetarian meals
Paid parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Information
& pricing

Booking information

Check in: From 3pm
Check out: 10am
Closed: 15 November - 1 February.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property
Meals: Restaurants in St Nectaire, 2km.

Pricing

Nightly price: from €60

1 Cottage for 2: From €60

Reviews

We had to go again to this delightful B+B after our first visit three years ago and we found it every bit as enjoyable: thanks to the warm welcome from Mme Deforge, the comfortable accommodation and an excellent breakfast.

Richard, Bishop's stortford Sep 2018

After looking for places to stay in the Auvergne we found this lovely cottage, Les Frenes, set high in the mountainside above the picturesque town of St Nectaire. Initially we only intended to stay for one night but were so glad we stayed longer.It was a gateway to lots of beautiful places. Monique was so helpful in recommending activities that suited our needs - resulting in an adventurous and amazing walk between two lakes ( Guery and Serviere ) and a trip up to the top of Puy de Dome. Her breakfasts were lovely and the whole experience was great value for money. Thank you.

Veronica, London Aug 2018

lovely lady made sure our stay was enjoyable. very clean and her breakfasts second to none. the area was very varied with lots to do and see

Bob & carol, Cheshire uk Jul 2018

We returned to stay at Les Frenes for the 4th time. It is simply gorgeous and peaceful with fantastic facilities. Monique will help to make your stay perfect in any way she can. The accommodation is typically French and everything is provided to help to make your stay memorable. Breakfast is unforgettable - the table is laid with such care and attention to detail and the food perfect. I have no doubt at all that we will be visiting for the 5th in the near future.

Sue Jul 2016

Having found this delightful place we extended our 2 night stay (twice) to make it a full week as we liked it so much & only left reluctantly as we had to start heading for home. The location of Sailles is ideal for exploration of the Sancy part of the Auvergne & our host supplied us with plenty information on what to do and see in the area. Mme Deforge made us very welcome and allowed me to practise my French every day, for which I thank her. If only we could have stayed for longer. For those who like the freedom of B+B and a friendly atmosphere I would certainly suggest a stay at Les Frênes.

Richard May 2015

We stayed 3 days in this beautiful and comfortable bed and breakfast situated above the picture-perfect town of St. Nectaire with stunning views of the snow covered peaks. The location is perfect for day excursions to beautiful nearby villages and Mont-Dore. Monique and Daniel Deforge own and run this beautifully restored, ample farmhouse. They are warm, welcoming, very helpful with their knowledge of the region and speak English.

Rodrigo Mar 2014

We loved our overnight stay here - Monique is very welcoming and great with suggestions on where to go. The views are superb (we were lucky enough to arrive in warm fine weather) and we would have loved to have more time to explore. The room was comfortable and spacious and Monique's breakfast was divine. Lovely!

Lisa

We had a wonderful week at Les Frenes. It is beautifully situated, perched above St Nectaire. The accommodation is lovely: a self-contained 1-bedroom 'cottage' with its own little garden area. Madame Deforge is very welcoming and helpful. It is a great base for discovering the delights of the magnificent Puy de Dome area. We would be very happy to stay at Les Frenes again some time and we are recommending it to friends and family.

Rosemary

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Location

The neighbourhood

The cottage is in the tiny hamlet of Sailles, a five-minute drive from Saint Nectaire le Haut, with its Romanesque church and cheese museum, and Saint Nectaire Le Bas, a spa town set along a lush river valley with grand Belle Epoque houses and over 40 thermal springs. You can walk, hike or ski in the mountains, tour the Roman baths set deep in a cave at Grottes de Cornadore, see mineral sculptures made from the hot springs at the Fontaines Pétrifiantes or watch cheese-making demonstrations at La Ferme Bellonte, a five-minute drive away.

Local points of interest from Monique Deforge

Located in the Volcanoes Park of Auvergne and its beautiful landscapes, St-Nectaire is a modest village, despite its well-known name... Former spa town , it keeps amazing architectural vestiges dating from the Belle Epoque.
Now it no longer attracts people for its thermal waters but many visitors come for its magnificent romanesque church and its ideal location close to major tourist sites ( Puy de Dôme, Puy de Sancy, lakes etc....)
The area is a paradise for hikers Come in spring if you like wild flowers and birds, in autumn for sumptuous colours.
Our small hamlet, Sailles, offers an exceptional view of St-Nectaire-le-Haut,further the medieval castle of Murol against the backdrop of the chain of Monts Dore dominated by the Puy de Sancy. A visual overview of the Auvergne.
Let's not forget that Saint-Nectaire is mysteriously called the capital of Auvergne megaliths ( 3 dolmens and 2 menhirs can be found in the area ) and its timeless glory is also linked to its famous cheese.
If you love untouched nature, one night stay won't seem enough and like lots of our visitors, you'll want to come back!

Introducing

Monique Deforge

Monique and Daniel bought this property for their retirement in the hope that their grandchildren (who were not yet born) could know and love this region which has a deeply rooted part of their family tree. Their grandchildren visit for one or two weeks a year and the rest of the time they are happy to welcome other visitors.