8/10 Good
Yvon et Nadine D.
Aug 12, 2025
Yvon et Nadine D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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Gîte du Héron Gris
Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Boulingneux
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4484 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
Explore the area
BOULIGNEUX, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
- Parc des OiseauxPlace, Parc des Oiseaux9 min drive
- Golf du ClouPlace, Golf du Clou11 min drive
- Castle of Chatillon-sur-ChalaronnePlace, Castle of Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne13 min drive
- Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)46 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Boulingneux
In Boulingneux .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Boulingneux vacation home, you'll find Parc des Oiseaux and Golf du Clou. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Castle of Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne and Golf du Gouverneur.
What's nearby
- Parc des Oiseaux - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
- Golf du Clou - 11 min drive - 7.0 miles
- Cité Medievale de Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles
- Castle of Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles
- Musée du Train Miniature - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles
Getting around
- Villars-les-Dombes Station - 6 min drive
- Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
- Golf Du Clou - 10 min drive
- Food Factory - 11 min drive
- Hôtel Du Commerce - 11 min drive
- Le comptoir des halles - 11 min drive
- Le Lyonnais - 6 min drive
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.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- 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
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- No elevator
- Single level property
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoking not allowed
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 organized tours and activities
- Solar energy
- Unit size: 484 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
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 welcome
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum 2 pets
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 010520018298
We should mention
- Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using 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
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gîte du Héron Gris to the airport?
This vacation home is 32.9 mi (47-min drive) away from the Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Gîte du Héron Gris have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Gîte du Héron Gris offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Gîte du Héron Gris?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Gîte du Héron Gris?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Gîte du Héron Gris?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Gîte du Héron Gris have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Gîte du Héron Gris have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Gîte du Héron Gris to downtown Boulingneux?
This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Boulingneux.
Gîte du Héron Gris Reviews
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