Handcrafted

The Cottage

Wood, stone and polished concrete โ€” a living home shaped with care.

The house

Wood, a way of life

Lalalandes is a house that Pierre built with his own hands, year after year. Every beam, every plank, every detail tells a story. Natural materials โ€” oak, cedar, Douglas fir, polished concrete, stone โ€” create a warm and authentic atmosphere, far from standardised interiors.

Up to 6 guests
3 suites with private bathrooms
Natural & ecological materials
High-speed WiFi
Lalalandes large living room with exposed beams and natural light
The living room

Heart of the home

High-ceilinged and bathed in natural light, the large living room opens onto the terrace and the forest. The wood-burning stove is the centrepiece of group life โ€” board game evenings, reading, conversations that stretch late into the night.

  • Large living room with panoramic forest view
  • Central wood-burning stove (wood provided)
  • Deep sofas, cushions, throw blankets
  • Exposed oak beams
  • Direct access to the covered terrace and Nordic bath
Open polished concrete kitchen with solid wood island at Lalalandes
The kitchen

Cooking together, a pleasure

The kitchen is open to the living room โ€” designed for joyful gatherings and long meals. Polished concrete worktop, solid wood island, high-end appliances. Everything you need to cook with pleasure, for 2 or for 6.

  • Fully equipped polished concrete kitchen
  • Solid wood island with 6 bar stools
  • Oven, induction hob, extractor hood
  • Dishwasher, American fridge
  • Crockery and utensils for 12 guests
The bedrooms

3 suites for deep rest

Each suite has its own character and private bathroom. Premium bedding โ€” everything is designed for uncompromising comfort.

Suite 1 at Lalalandes, west side, valley view
Suite 1

West-facing bedroom. Double bed, private bathroom with shower. South-facing view over the valley and nature.

Suite 2 at Lalalandes, centre of the house, south side
Suite 2

At the heart of the house, south-facing. Double bed, private bathroom with shower. Valley and nature view.

Suite 3 at Lalalandes with private bathroom and toilet
Suite 3

160ร—200 bed, bathroom with walk-in shower and private toilet. South-facing view over the valley and nature.

Wooden facade of Lalalandes surrounded by vegetation
The build

Built by hand, with love

Pierre built Lalalandes alone, over several years. This is not a lodge designed by an architect to maximise return on investment. It is a house shaped by someone who lives in it, who knows it in its every corner, and who wants guests to feel it that way.

  • Local Douglas fir timber frame
  • Natural insulation (hemp, cork)
  • Bespoke locally crafted joinery
  • Rainwater harvesting
  • Solar panels for hot water
Amenities

Everything you need for a perfect stay

High-speed WiFi

Stable fibre connection throughout the house โ€” for those who can't fully switch off, or simply to stream music from the terrace.

Private parking

3 covered parking spaces on the property. Arrive with all your hiking gear, bikes or sports equipment โ€” no problem.

Eco-friendly drying

No tumble dryer โ€” a drying rack and clothesline are available. A simple way to respect the surrounding nature.

Laundry room

Washing machine and dryer available. Ideal for week-long stays or to rinse your hiking gear after a great day out.

Direct booking

Book your stay

Contact Pierre directly โ€” no commission, no middleman. He will reply personally.

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