Le Grand Enclos - Charming family home in Auvergne

Discover Le Grand Enclos, a majestic seventeenth-century family home, nestled in a vast wooded park in the heart of Auvergne.�PGJyPgWith its large indoor and outdoor spaces, its ideal location and its many tourist activities nearby, Le Grand Enclos is the perfect place for family reunions and reunions with friends.
The house is located at the entrance to the village of Effiat, famous for its castle, only a few minutes from the A89/A71 motorways, between Clermont-Ferrand and Vichy, a stone's throw from the Auvergne Volcanoes and many natural and cultural sites.
This large family home, full of charm and history, welcomes you in a vast and peaceful wooded park, at the entrance to the village, for a unique stay with family or friends.
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The highlights
• Large capacity: 26 people, 9 rooms (contact us if you need more beds)
• Unique setting: large historic house in a private wooded park
• Two dining areas (24 and 12 people) + table on a large outdoor terrace (30 people)
• Self-catering cottage included (perfect for multiple families or generations)
• Children's games: trampoline, swing, playhouse with toys
• Adult games: pétanque, badminton, table football, table tennis, basketball
• Parking on site, easy access from the A71 and A89
• All inclusive: cleaning, bed and towels, electricity, heating
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Bed description:
The house offers 9 Rooms divided between the main house and an independent cottage, perfect for hosting large groups of friends or family gatherings:
• Directoire Room: 2 people, en-suite bathroom and toilet (can be suitable for PRM)
• Empire Room: 4 people (double bed + bathroom + WC)
• Empire Annex: 4 single beds
• Green Room: 2 people (toilet on the landing)
• Alsatian Room: 4 people (double bed + sofa bed, bathroom + WC)
• Independent cottage (12 people): 6 single beds, family room (double bed + bunk beds), 2 single bedrooms, 3 showers, 4 washbasins, WC
Or up to 26 beds (contact us if you need more beds)
Bedding, towels and linen provided
Baby cot available
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Spaces designed for large tables
• Large kitchen of 35 m² with large table for 24 people
• Second dining room for 12 people
• Porch with outdoor tables for 30 people (in summer)
• Barbecue, deckchairs, garden furniture
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Park & outdoor recreation
Enjoy a large private park, ideal for children and moments of relaxation:
• Large private park with large lawn and landscaped garden, orchard, grove and tall trees
• Large terrace
• Trampoline, swing, playhouse with games
• Pétanque, badminton.football
• Private parking (including PRM space)
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Ideal location
• 4 km from shops & supermarkets
• In the heart of Auvergne, perfect for exploring between the Auvergne Volcanoes, Vichy and Clermont-Tremblant. Ferrand
• Quick access to motorways A89 & A71
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Rates & conditions
• From 1000€/night (1100€/winter) + 50 euros charge
• Minimum rental : 2 nights
• All Inclusive: cleaning, bed linen, towels, heating, water, electricity
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An ideal starting point to explore the Auvergne
Historical & cultural heritage
• Château d'Effiat: residence of the Marquis Antoine Coiffier (friend of Richelieu), and birthplace of the famous Marquis de Cinq-Mars
• Charroux, classified as one of the "most beautiful villages in France" and its artisanal mustard
• Vichy, Belle Époque spa town: opera, casino, springs, Napoleon III parks, shopping, restaurants, entertainment all year round
• Clermont-Ferrand: Place de Jaude, Notre-Dame-du-Port basilica (UNESCO), Michelin museum, ASM Rugby stadium
• Moulins: National Centre for Stage Costume, Maître de Moulins triptych, private mansions
Nature & volcanoes
• Walks on the craters of the Puy des Goules and the Puy de Pariou
• Climb the Puy-de-Dôme (1464 m) on foot or by boat panoramic train, and treat yourself to a paragliding or hot air balloon flight
• Discover Volvic and the Pierre cave, immersion in the local geology
• Swim or hike around the Gour de Tazenat, a perfect crater lake 700 m in diameter
• Explore the Gorges de la Sioule by canoe, kayak, paddle or rafting (departure from Ebreuil)
👉 canoe-sioule.com | sioule-canoe.fr
• Vulcania Park: volcanism, science and adventures for the whole family
• Ski resorts (in winter) in Super-Besse, Le Mont-Dore, La Bourboule
Leisure & families
• Le PAL, amusement park and zoo (30 attractions, 1,000 animals)
👉 lepal.com
• Tree climbing in Châtel-Guyon (Parc Écureuil)
• Vichy Golf Course Montpensier Forest 10 km away
👉 golf-vichy-montpensier.com
• Olympic swimming pool in Bellerive-sur-Allier (training of the France)
• Bike rides from the estate (on reservation – Vélo Club d'Effiat)
• Boat tour without license, canoe or paddle on the Allier
👉 vichyaventure.com
• Cutlery in Thiers: make your own knife!

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Auvergne gastronomy
• Auvergne ham, potato pie
• Cheeses: Saint-Nectaire, Bleu de Laqueuille, Cantal, Fourme d'Ambert, Salers
• Wines of Saint-Pourçain
• Macaroons and pralines from Aigueperse
• Vichy pastilles, candy canes, local confectionery

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