Snowgums

Briançon, Hautes-Alpes
Self-catering
+33 (0)6 78 39 65 73
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Per night
€130 - €215
Per week
€920 - €1500
Place

2 places

Sleeps

Each sleep 4

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

Pippa tells you where to find wild flowers, babbling brooks and butterflies... and hike, bike and swim. Magic for families

Per night
€130 - €215
Per week
€920 - €1500

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€130 - €215 per night

€920 - €1500 per week

The Experience

Next to the apple and pear trees, Pippa has created a lovely spot in the garden from where you can soak up the views. You’ll catch them anyway from this charming old farmhouse, whose rustic walls and vaulted ceilings house two big apartments. Find cheerful covers on pale pine beds, cotton rugs on tiled floors, jolly towels in shining showers, brightness, comfort and joy. The cupboards spill novels and games, there are cots and high chairs for the asking, and the cable car is a two-minute drive. Raised in Australia, Pippa has that charming, relaxed manner you would expect and makes a stay here memorable. She and her daughter have a deep love for the outdoor life and will point you in the direction of hundreds of walks, from gentle saunters by the river to treks from one mountain refuge to another. What’s more, you’re five minutes from the World Heritage listed town of Briancon (beautiful squares, a super pool). Pippa buys local produce for the welcome pack and is totally involved with village life. Brilliant all round.

Essentials

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

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

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

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from €130
Weekly price
from €920
Damage deposit
€200
Surcharges
Extra bed/sofabed available at no charge.
1 Apartment for 4
From €1304 beds1 bedroom
1 Apartment for 4
From €1434 beds2 bedrooms

Information

Special offer: For bookings of a fortnight or longer, 50% off the second week (excludes two Feb half term weeks). Make the most of your your travel time & cost, and really relax & enjoy the mountains!

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights in high season.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property

Reviews

Nadja, Berlin

Pippa was a wonderful host, we really appreciated her local knowledge and all her recommendations. We went on some outstandingly beautiful hikes, swam in mountain lakes and enjoyed the lovely spa in Monêtier. The apartment was cosy and had everything we needed.


John, London

We had a wonderful stay at Snowgums. Pippa was full of great recommendations for a family staying without a car. We had a brilliant five days exploring the valleys near to Briancon. The children loved the Wendy house, the toys, and dog Chine. Thank you for a brilliant stay! Ellie, John, Alma and Romy


Safia, Wincanton

We couldn't have loved our stay at Snowgums any more than we did! The studio was well-equipped, cosy and comfortable. There was the huge bonus of the free shuttle into town, only a few minutes walk away. We went to the spa, ate in and ate out, explored the beautiful local towns, went walking, skied constantly (even when the rest of France seemed to have no snow) we even had a go at snow-boarding. Pippa was an excellent host with masses of local knowledge.


Matthew James, Newquay

We had a lovely stay at Snowgums, the river walk was perfect for the dogs which is a big thing for us. Eating dinner at the top of the Col du Granon was total treat. Chantermerle was great for cake shops and spuddling and I loved the bike park which was as good as anywhere I've ridden in france. We also had the loveliest meal in Nevache, which is beatiful, but it was just as nice in the Garden at Snowgums relaxing in the sun. Pippa made us feel really welcome and helped out with info whenever we needed a guide. Thanks for a lovely holiday, Matt & Jo (plus many dogs!)


Andrea, Portland, OR

We had a great stay with Pippa. The apartment was very comfortable and well equipped. Pippa was terrific with helping us find just the right hikes for the weather and our capabilities. We had two dinners provided by a local chef and they were both outstanding. I would highly recommend this inn.


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Pippa Curtis

  • Briancon old town, UNESCO world heritage listed, fortified cobbled streets, bursting with atmosphere and character, street theatre, events & medieval festivals in season.
  • Thermal spa (10 mins) - internal and external thermal pools, jacuzzi, fountains, whirl pool, plunge pools, music dome.
  • Winter - in the heart of ski valley Serre Chevalier (250kms of pistes, 1200 - 2800m, all levels), snowboarding, sledging, relaxing, snowshoeing, husky sleigh rides, ski boot room, sledging slope opposite the house, free ski bus to the highest cable car
  • Spring, summer, autumn - excellent local swimming pool + long slide (5 mins), swimming lakes, Italy (15 mins), hiking, cycling valleys or Tour de France passes, kayaking, climbing, BBQ/ relax in large garden, safe bike storage.
  • Facilities - feather pillows and duvets, great games cupboard for all ages, toys + Wendy house for children, everything for children and babies, wifi throughout, excellent showers, optional chef prepared main meals - highly recommended!
  • Travel - Gatwick Turin with BA, 2 hours drive to here, other airports too, direct Eurostar London Lyon (then train or hire car), or overnight train from Paris, or TGV to nearby Oulx with connecting bus to bring you to Briancon