Houses in Bourg d'Oisans, Nr. Alpe d'Huez, French Alps
2 Beautifully Renovated 19th Century Homes in the Heart of Bourg d'Oisans
Perfect Location for Winter Ski and Summer Cycling Holidays
4 and 5 Bedroom Houses
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Bourg d’Oisans is your gateway to the mountains and all they have to offer: sport, relaxation, culture and exploration of unspoilt nature. It is only 20 minutes from Alpe d'Huez, a snow-sure ski resort perfect for all abilities. Its convivial atmosphere, fabulous outdoor pool with corkscrew slide and toddlers pool, many shops, wide choice of bars and restaurants and vibrant market are simply idyllic. Both homes have been finished to a very high standard with Leather sofas, Flat screen TVs to enjoy the extensive DVD libraries and Xbox, all mod-cons in the kitchen, high quality mattresses and feather pillows and luxury bathrooms.
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| Rental periods | Stable House | Granary House |
| 27 September - 19 December 2008 | £395 | £375 |
| 20 - 26 December 2008 | £1195 | £1095 |
| 27 December - 2 January 2009 | £1295 | £1195 |
| 4 Jan - 10 Jan (6 Night Special Offer) | n/a | £425 |
| 10 January - 13 February 2009 | £695 | £625 |
| 14 - 20 February 2009 | £1295 | £1195 |
| 21 February - 6 March 2009 | £995 | £895 |
| 7 March - 3 April 2009 | £695 | £625 |
| 4 -17 April 2009 | £795 | £695 |
| 18 April - 22 May 2009 | £545 | £495 |
| 23 May - 5 June 2009 | £850 | £750 |
| 6 June - 26 June 2009 | £695 | £595 |
| 27 June - 5 July 2009 | £1295 | £1195 |
| 6 July - 14 August 2009 | £850 | £750 |
| 15 August - 4 September 2009 | £795 | £695 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds and do not include cleaning and bed linen hire. To reserve we require £200 per week. We are happy to take credit and debit cards if preferred.
Changeover day
Flexible changeover days, long weekends, extra days etc. please contact us. During peak periods we prefer weekend changeover.
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The Granary House (5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10)
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| The Granary House offers flexible accommodation, ideal for families and groups of friends. The ground floor is an open plan living room and kitchen/diner. Three sofas provide comfortable seating to relax after a hard day on the slopes or in the saddle! A flat screen TV with DVD library provides entertainment. The kitchen/dining area has seating for up to 10 and a very well equipped kitchen with microwave with grill, fridge, full size oven and ceramic hob. At the top of the house is a second living room, perfect space for the teenagers to hide away, or to find peace and quiet with a book and the amazing mountain views. Up here you'll find a large sofa bed and 2 comfy chairs as well as a TV with an XBox. The 1st floor provides a double bedroom, twin bed room, separate toilet and bathroom. The 2nd floor has a king size room, twin bed room, and shower room with toilet. | |
Notes on accommodation
A charming village where all roads meet, set amidst untamed nature and internationally renowned ski areas, Bourg d’Oisans welcomes you with simplicity and authenticity. In all seasons Bourg doisans is your gateway to the Oisans region. The Tour de France and the Marmotte bicycle touring race have made it into a cycling Mecca. The stunning Ecrins National Park has over 680km of way-marked trails ranging from simple strolls to adventurous hikes. 200km of streams and rivers along with the many mountain lakes offer refreshing possibilities, from peaceful fishing and sailing to the excitement of white water rafting. Whether you wish to relax with the family or enjoy exhilarating mountain sports, Bourg d’Oisans is the ideal base for a holiday. Closer to home 'The Granary House' and Stables is only a few steps away from the village pond, children's play park and picnic area. Please see the Ski section for information about the Alpe d'Huez ski resort which is only 14km from Bourg d'Oisans.
Accessibility
Sorry, but not suitable for anyone who has difficulty with stairs.
Outside
The outdoor pool in Bourg d'Oisans is open from mid June to the end of August and is less than 10 minutes walk away. Outside of these times there is a choice of swimming pools within a short drive as well as great facilities in Alpe d'Huez. There is a large free car park within 50 metres of the houses and free parking in the centre of Alpe d'Huez for skiing, making the door to ski lifts time just 20 minutes.
Skiing
Alpe d'Huez is one of the top 5 Alpine high altitude resorts in France, enjoying the impressive scenery of the Grandes Rousses Mountains. It boasts an excellent snow record, extended season and is ideal for skiers and snowboarders of every level. Alpe d’Huez is served by 240km of pistes with 88 inter-linked lifts. For beginners the lower slopes provide 39 confidence boosting green runs. Intermediates and snowboarders can enjoy the 32 blue runs as well as 28 more challenging reds with fantastic excursions to the satellite villages. The advanced skier will find some of the most testing terrain in France from the top of Pic Blanc at 3330m, with 19 black runs including the longest in Europe, 'La Sarenne', and the intimidating 'Le Tunnel'. A snowboard fun park, ice-skating, tobogganing, indoor and outdoor swimming and fully equipped sports centre complete the winter activities. If you favour more extreme sports try skiing off-piste, skiing by night or ice climbing.
Travel
Our closest airport is Grenoble, a small provincial airport that is wonderfully quick to get in and out from. Ryanair fly all year round and Easyjet in winter. Grenoble airport is 56 miles and just over an hour's drive from Bourg. Almost as easy is Lyon airport which is 85 miles and some visitors also fly into Geneva. If you prefer to drive it is 8 to 9 hours from Calais or Boulougne. It's an easy drive as the motorways tend to be much quieter than the UK. The tolls are about 80 euros each way.
Distances
The houses could not be better positioned within the village. In the summer you can open the windows and smell the fresh baked bread from the patisserie less than a minute away. The bars and restaurants in Bourg are all within 5 minutes walk.
Further details
Cycling enthusiasts paradise. From small country roads to solitary mountain passes lost in the clouds, Oisans is a very popular area for cycling. Come and explore the six valleys of this fantastic area with its winding roads, its perched villages, sitting on mountain tops like eagles’ nests, or its more gentle roads opening up its hidden valleys. As you will see, each road has its own history and each village has its own distinctive character. The ‘30 Cyclo Tourisme’ guide lists 30 routes all starting from Bourg d’Oisans, including the infamous 21 hairpin bends to Alpe d’Huez, as well as some less strenuous routes suitable for all the family. Oisans hosts spectacular mountain bike competitions such as ‘Megavalanche’, the longest MTB downhill race in the world, starting in Alpe d’Huez and finishing 30km and 2800m further down. There are events for everyone to participate in and with the cable car open all year round, the route up the mountain could not be easier!
Other Summer activities. Take flight! Paragliding courses for beginners, tandem jumps and advanced courses all available. On the water - whether you choose the peace and tranquility of fishing or the excitement of white water rafting, you can find it here, with over 200km of streams and rivers and many mountain lakes. Sailing, kayaking, rafting and canyoning, swimming pools, fountains in the summer, the water offers a wide range of refreshing possibilities. The children's club is open all summer to children aged 4 to 14, with all sorts of activities, swimming outings, tree climbing and sports tournaments. The Ecrins National park was created to protect and enhance the extraordinary natural heritage of Oisans. It has over 680km of way-marked trials ranging from simple strolls to adventurous hikes. Surrounded by the majestic mountains, whatever path you choose the setting is sure to be memorable. The 'Via Ferratas' (ladders, ramps and cables fixed to the rock face) provide climbers with complete security.
Booking notes
We have had many all male (mostly cycling) groups stay at our houses and are more than happy to consider single sex groups. We simply ask that you let us know when first enquiring and are honest about the age and makeup of your group. Cleaning at the end of the stay and hire of bedlinen is compulsory and not included in the rental price. Cot and highchair available. Prices are for parties of up to 8, there is an additional charge of £50 per person above this.
Guest comments
Janey Lelo stayed March 08. "Just spent a week at The Stables with my family. What a lovely new rental accommodation. There were 9 of us, 8 adults and 1 child. The accommodation was more than ample for us with 4 bedrooms, a super sized lounge and a spacious dining area. All new fittings inc a TV for the use of an X-box (which kept the boys happy). The village itself was picturesque with plenty of touristy shops, restaurants and many varied Pubs. The location was perfect for the quick car journey to Alps d'Huez and Les Deux Alps where we spent many perfect days Skiing.
Highly recommended. We hope to return"
David stayed Jun 2008. "Spent a great week based at the Granary House doing the Cols of the Tour de France. Excellent base for such a trip - close to shops, bars and restaurants, but not too close. Well furnished and equipped with everything thought of to make a week's stay a memorable experience."
For booking and further information
Liz or Steve
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