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Gîte du Héron Gris

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
TV, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Gîte du Héron Gris provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 445 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gîte du Héron Gris

In the heart of a village in the Dombes, this single-storey gîte can accommodate up to 4 people. Bright cottage completely renovated, in gray tones, with a refined and warm decoration. Equipped and functional kitchen, open to the dining area and living room with a sofa bed for two people. Through a sliding door, the bedroom is made up of a 160 cm bed that can be separated in two. Shower room and separate WC with hand basin. The plus of this cottage: on arrival beds are made and towels are provided. Pets are accepted (deposit 100 €). For a short or long stay, many activities from the cottage: walking trails, Villars les Dombes and its bird park, Châtillon-Sur-Chalaronne and the Medieval City of Pérouges.

Property manager

Claire Marie

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 484 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 010520018298

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

Property is also known as

In The Heart Of Dombes Lyon
Au Coeur de La Dombes Proche de Lyon
In the heart of La Dombes near LYON Apartment
In the heart of La Dombes near LYON Boulingneux
In the heart of La Dombes near LYON Apartment Boulingneux

About the area

Map
BOULIGNEUX, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

What's nearby

  • Parc des Oiseaux - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Golf du Clou - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Golf du Gouverneur - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Shrine of St. John Vianney - 23 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Sanctuaire d'Ars - 23 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Villars-les-Dombes Station - 6 min drive
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Gourmandine - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Le Napoléon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Food Factory - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golf Du Clou - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant l'Ecu de France - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gîte du Héron Gris pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gîte du Héron Gris?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gîte du Héron Gris?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gîte du Héron Gris located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Parc des Oiseaux, Golf du Clou and Golf du Gouverneur. Shrine of St. John Vianney and Sanctuaire d'Ars are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Gîte du Héron Gris Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Yvon et Nadine D.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025