House in Saint-Gingolph, VS

River & Lake & Mountains & Charm

River & Lake & Mountains & Charm

Old Customs House - La Douane
Lake Geneva...
La Morge which runs by the house
Bedroom 1 on ground floor.
Staircase...

Overview of River & Lake & Mountains & Charm

4.2 out of 5 Very good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Lake view
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Saint-Gingolph, VS
  • Popular LocationAquaparc8 min drive
  • Popular LocationFreddie Mercury Statue23 min drive
  • Popular LocationThollon les Memises Ski Resort43 min drive
  • AirportGeneva (GVA-Cointrin Intl.)85 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

River & Lake & Mountains & Charm

This house was built 1899 by the Swiss Confederation for the Border and Customs office and to house border officials. We bought it in 2008 and turned it into our own family get-away. We tried to keep as many original features as possible, including the staircase, the cupboard for the guns in the bedroom on the ground floor (now empty!).

We chose not to have TV or internet here and hope you enjoy a relaxing stay!
Ground floor: bedroom with double bed, bathroom with shower, WC
1st floor: kitchen and dining/ living room
2nd floor: master bedroom with double bed and on-suite bathroom with toilet and separate WC
3rd floor: room with two bunk beds, separate bathroom with bath tub and WC

Property manager

Mauricio & Claudia
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Lake view
Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Saint-Gingolph

Located in Saint-Gingolph, this holiday home is near theme parks. Montreux Christmas Market and Centre Commercial Parc du Rhône are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut Regional Nature Park and Architectural Work of Le Corbusier, an Outstanding Contribution to the Modern Movement. Swiss Vapeur Parc and Aquaparc are also worth visiting. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Swiss Vapeur Parc - 8 min drive
  • Aquaparc - 8 min drive
  • Chateau de Chillon - 19 min drive
  • Freddie Mercury Statue - 23 min drive
  • Thollon les Memises Ski Resort - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Bouveret Station - 6 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant du Port - 7 min drive
  • Le Phare Sàrl - 6 min drive
  • Hôtel restaurant le Rivage chez Monmon - 3 min walk
  • Cornettes de Bise - 46 min drive
  • Aux Ducs de Savoie - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River & Lake & Mountains & Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River & Lake & Mountains & Charm?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River & Lake & Mountains & Charm?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is River & Lake & Mountains & Charm located?

Situated in Saint-Gingolph, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Alpine Passes Trail and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from The Mosimann Collection. Swiss Vapeur Parc and Aquaparc are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.2

Very good

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4.0/5

Cleanliness

4.0/5

Check-in

4.0/5

Communication

4.4/5

Location

4.0/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Noelle M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Süsses Haus,ideal für 4 personen und 2-4 Kinder
Sauberkeit leider eher ungenügend,ansonsten gut gelegen hat viel Möglichkeiten etwas zu unternehmen mit der Familie.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

5/5 Excellent

Ian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One-of-a-kind property
The Zollhaus, old customs house, is an amazing property. A stately building from the 1890s, it’s located directly on a rushing small river/big stream of snow melt coming out of the alps. Not only can you look out the window and see rapids, La Morge marks the border between Switzerland and France. There are hiking trails up into the mountains. Small beaches, a promenade, and restaurants await along the lake. This is the center of a very old town, so it’s not really designed for cars. If possible, take public transit. From Switzerland, you can come by rail or via one of the gorgeous, fully restored 100+ year old paddle boats (not the kind *you* have to power - more like the Mississippi River kind) across Lake Geneva. Saint Gingolph is small and it’s easy to walk everywhere. Groceries are available at a small, friendly Casino market a couple minutes across the border with low EU prices. The house is super cool, with lots of charm spread across 4 stories plus a basement with laundry. It has room for 2 couples and 4 kids (and 3 bathrooms) but still felt perfectly-sized with 1 couple. The hosts, Claudia and Mauricio were very gracious. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

5/5 Excellent

Stefan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entspannung pur
Ein sehr schönes Objekt, um vom Alltagsstress ausspannen zu können. Die Lage im alten Ortskern direkt am Grenzbach ist sensationell. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

2/5 Poor

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Médiocre
Parking en bas de la rue Torrent faisant beaucoup de bruit même les fenêtres fermées Complexe pour récupérer les clefs
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2021

5/5 Excellent

Jakob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to enjoy nature
We enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing stay at this very cozy house - lake and mountains right at our doorstep. Uncomplicated check-in and all amenities on-site (including a well-equipped kitchen). Mauricio and Claudia are very helpful and reliable hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mauricio & Claudia

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We are a multi-cultural family, living in Geneva, Switzerland. We travel often and enjoy a bustling life but also quiet familly moments. We look forward to welcoming families to our little secret place in Saint-Gingolph, as well as in our other home in Madeira Island, Portugal (Casa ' in Ponta Delgada).

Why they chose this property

Unique! Old and new, restored with taste, but also leaving period features (staircase). A perfect place to discover the Lake and Mountains.

What makes this property unique

Comfort and Charm! Three ensuite rooms - one per floor! ensure your independence. You will also get some exercise by going up and down in the majestic staircase. A small 'dollhouse' built over 115 years ago will not leave you without a 'wow' moment. Also note the 'loud' stream by the house... it will 'rock you to sleep'...
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