Chambres d'hotes Les Clarines

The five accommodation units comprise four double rooms with mountain views and one family room. The double rooms accommodate two people and measure between 18 and 25 m²; the 45 m² family room can accommodate four guests. All have a private bathroom and soundproofed walls. Some rooms have a flat-screen TV, while others have a simpler layout.

The rooms also differ in the space and comforts they offer. Two double rooms are on the ground floor; some of the others are accessible only by stairs. The 25 m² double room has a sofa and a flat-screen TV, while the family room includes a seating area, a sofa and a dining table. The bathrooms have a shower and a hairdryer. Bed linen and towels are provided in the rooms.

The garden, terrace and outdoor furniture provide several spaces to enjoy the mountain surroundings. There is also a picnic area and barbecue facilities. After a day outdoors, you can meet indoors in the shared lounge with a TV. Ski storage makes it easy to store your equipment during winter sports stays.

The restaurant serves meals and offers children's menus and menus for special diets on request. A café is available on site, along with wine and champagne. Activities listed include skiing, cycling, hiking, canoeing, horse riding and fishing. Packed lunches are available for outings. Private parking is free, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Saint-Jacques-en-Valgodemard is a mountain village in the Hautes-Alpes, at the head of the Valgaudemar valley. Its hamlets are surrounded by Alpine peaks and landscapes shaped by torrents, forests and pastures. The region suits travellers looking for walks in nature, hiking routes or mountain activities rather than an urban stay. Écrins National Park sets the scene for the surrounding landscape.

The nearby villages offer a chance to discover the architecture and way of life of the Alpine valleys. Saint-Firmin, 1.4 km away, is a village in the valley; Lesdiguières Castle, 4.8 km away, recalls local history. The Oule waterfalls, 6.9 km away, offer an outing to enjoy the water and wooded scenery. At 7.9 km, the Vivian Maier Museum of Photography provides a cultural stop. Mountain roads connect the hamlets and villages; a car makes it easier to get around and reach the starting points of hiking trails.

In summer, the trails let you explore the valley on foot or by bike, with outings for different ability levels depending on the route you choose. Spring and autumn bring changing colours to the slopes and forests; however, mountain weather can change quickly. In winter, skiing and snow-covered landscapes attract visitors looking for seasonal activities. For a balanced day, you can combine a walk in a village, an outing in nature and a meal featuring mountain specialities.