Peaceful cottage, pets allowed - 3 guests (Avesnois)

Panda Cottage, located near the owners' house.

The accommodation is on one level, although there are two small steps.

Entry is through the living room, which has an open-plan, fully equipped kitchen (oven, microwave, pod and filter coffee makers, kettle, toaster, pressure cooker, refrigerator with freezer compartment, extractor hood, 4-burner induction hob, and dishwasher).
Baby equipment is available (children's dishes, travel cot, bottle warmer, etc.).
The living room has a good-quality sofa bed. TV. Wi-Fi (fiber optic).

A variety of games and books are available for guests.

One bedroom, separated by a glass partition (accessible via a small step), is furnished with a 140x190cm double bed and a wardrobe.

A bathroom (accessible via a small step) has a 0.90x1.56m shower, a washbasin, and an electric towel warmer. Separate macerating toilet with sliding door, storage space with washing machine and cleaning supplies available.

Shaded terrace furnished with garden table and chairs, and charcoal barbecue.

Gym located in the former stables, with bench and weight training equipment, treadmill. Bike-friendly accommodation available.

The owners' 3-hectare grounds are fully accessible and beautifully landscaped, featuring an unfenced pond accessible via a wooden walkway, a teepee-style tent, a pétanque court, sensory trails, a ping-pong table, an orchard with over 80 fruit trees, an organic vegetable garden, a greenhouse, and numerous species of trees and plants. Fishing is permitted in the pond, but all fish must be released (catch and release).

A 6-person heated hot tub under a covered terrace is available. The first session is free; subsequent sessions can be booked on-site with the owners for an additional €30 for 2 hours. Please note that the spa may not be accessible in winter depending on the temperature.
Parking is available on the property for one vehicle, secured by a gate.

The owners accept up to two dogs (not classified as dangerous breeds).

Utilities, bed linens, towels, and end-of-stay cleaning are included in the price. Le Temps Retrouvé accommodates up to 3 people in a peaceful and verdant setting, ideal for a couple's getaway, a family vacation, or a nature escape. The owners, passionate teachers dedicated to their region, its biodiversity, and local wildlife, will be delighted to share the treasures of the Avesnois region with you and help you discover this true haven of peace.

Located just 5 minutes from the Mormal Forest, the largest forest in northern France, the gîte is an ideal starting point for hiking, mountain biking, cycling, or simply enjoying walks in the fresh air. The rolling landscapes, hedgerows, meadows, and charming villages have made this region, nicknamed the "Little Switzerland of the North," famous, on the edge of the Ardennes.

Guests are free to enjoy the magnificent 3-hectare landscaped park, entirely designed by the owners. A truly exceptional garden, it offers a multitude of spaces conducive to relaxation and exploration: a pond accessible via a wooden boardwalk (not secured), a pétanque court, a teepee tent, sensory trails, an orchard with over 80 fruit trees, an organic vegetable garden, a greenhouse, and a wide variety of trees, flowers, and plants.

Animal lovers will be delighted. The owners' three Golden Retrievers will be happy to accompany you to meet the property's inhabitants: sheep, chickens, a rooster, cats, and, depending on the season, the swallows that nest on the grounds—protected species emblematic of the Avesnois region.

To extend your relaxation, enjoy a 6-person hot tub located under a covered terrace. The first session is complimentary; subsequent sessions are available as an option directly from the owners. Those who enjoy exercise will also appreciate the gym, converted from the former stables, equipped with a treadmill, a bench, and weight training equipment.

All types of shops are within a 5km radius.

The gîte's location makes it easy to explore the region's must-see attractions:

Maroilles and its famous cheese are just minutes away.

The Mormal Forest is 5 minutes away.
The Avesnois Regional Natural Park is nearby.
ValJoly is 40 minutes away, with its 180-hectare lake, water sports, beach, and outdoor activities.
Fourmies and its Textile Museum are nearby.
Maubeuge is 35 minutes away.
Chimay in Belgium is 50 minutes away, renowned for its abbey and its famous Trappist beer.

Valenciennes is 45 minutes away.
Lille is about an hour away.
The Les Nuits Secrètes festival is just 15 minutes away.
Le Quesnoy, a Vauban fortified town, offers a leisure center and the New Zealand Liberation Museum.

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The price includes: The first spa session is free; subsequent sessions are optional and can be arranged with the owners. Energy costs, bed linens, towels, and end-of-stay cleaning are also included.

The price does not include: Tourist tax and use of the spa after the first session.

Semi-detached house, single-story accommodation, ping-pong table, high chair and baby bath, ground-floor bedroom, pétanque court, baby cot, enclosed garden, spa, TV, group bookings accepted, bed linens provided, terrace, garden, pets allowed, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, internet or Wi-Fi.

Property managed by a professional. Unless stated, services such as cleaning, bed linen, towels etc. are not included in the price of this rental. If pets are allowed (information in the advertisement), charges may be applicable.
Only equipment mentioned in this advertisement are present. Equipment not mentioned are not considered to be present. Unless there is an electric charging station in the accommodation, charging electric vehicles is prohibited.