About this property
Historic Setting: Le Relais des Eléphants Colorés in Virlet offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: The bed and breakfast features family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, walk-in shower, and parquet floors. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and vegan. Local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruits enhance the morning experience. Leisure and Activities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the outdoor swimming pool. The property offers walking and bike tours, cycling, and live music. Free WiFi is available throughout the stay. Nearby Attractions: Located 73 km from Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Casino de Néris-les-Bains (21 km) and Sainte-Agathe Golf Course (24 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Katrina
United Kingdom
“This property is set in beautiful, rural countryside. The peace and tranquility found here is wonderful. We had a superb evening meal prepared by them and chatted all evening like they were old friends, the stay was absolutely perfect and we...” - Peter
France
“Caz and Terry are great hosts. Their house (and massive garden) is idyllic to have a rest. We would definitely love to go back.” - Richard
United Kingdom
“The place is stunning and Caz and Terry are cracking hosts. Room was huge 100% would recommend staying.” - Nick
United Kingdom
“The hosts, Terry and Caz, went out of their way to accommodate all our needs. They were helpful, friendly, professional and kind. The dog was good fun too.” - Diane
France
“We had a lovely stay wir our family, the dinner, breakfast and rooms were perfect and Terry and Tess were truly helpfull with our organisation” - Alberto
Austria
“Beautiful landscape. Very very nice hosts. Lovely garden with pool. Games in the garden for kids. Gentle black dog. Lovely dinner family style with the hosts.” - Guido
Netherlands
“Green and very quiet environment. Beautiful room. Great hospitality.” - Ruddy
Luxembourg
“I had a wonderful stay at Éléphant Bleu. What I especially liked was the warm and inviting hospitality offered by the hosts, Caz and Terry. They were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make my visit comfortable. The dinner I shared...” - T
United Kingdom
“A little piece of paradise in the French countryside. Jan and Betty were amazing. Very informative as well as an exceptionally tasty breakfast. We stated in the green elephant room which was immaculate and the bed were perfectly comfortable. If...” - Angela
United Kingdom
“Welcoming hosts, small pool to cool off in, comfortable room and ample breakfast before we set off.”
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Managed by Caz and Terry Daniels
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note, we charge a surcharge of 5 € per night, per room, for outside temperatures below 0 °C.
Please inform Le Relais des Eléphants Colorés in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.