Entire home

Nature and serenity between lake and mountain

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Nature and serenity between lake and mountain

Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool

Explore the area

View in a map
La Balme-de-Sillingy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  • Centre Commercial Courier
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Annecy Castle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Palais de l Ile
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Geneva (GVA-Cointrin Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

La Balme-de-Sillingy

On lake.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this La Balme-de-Sillingy vacation home, you'll find Aushopping Grand Epagny and Jardins Secrets. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Thiou and Château de Clermont.

What's nearby

  • Centre Commercial Courier - 18 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Annecy Castle - 19 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Palais de l Ile - 20 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lake Annecy - 20 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Amours Bridge - 20 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Pringy Station - 17 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Pataterie - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boulangerie Chevallier - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Boucherie Annecy Epagny - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 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.

Nature and serenity between lake and mountain

Find nature and serenity between lake and mountains, 5 minutes from the villages of La Balme and Sillingy and 20 minutes from the historic center of Annecy and its lake.
Stay in a 19th century farmhouse, completely renovated and offering great comfort. The owners who have lived for years on the three continents of Africa, Asia and America have brought back items that give bedrooms and the home a personalized decoration inviting to travel. The house was designed to offer a warm and welcoming setting, it was the project of departure of the new owners of the places since January 2018.
The Farm has stone walls 80 cm thick, well insulated and which protects from the heat of summer. In winter, excellent insulation and underfloor heating provide great comfort.

The region - Annecy and the Alps
It takes a minimum week or more to discover the region. To cite a few avenues of discovery:
• the old town in Annecy, the Venice of the Alps, the surrounding mountains with the Aravis massif, the Bauges or even excursions around the lake, on the Semnoz.
• proximity to Switzerland for a day trip, Geneva and the shore of Lake Geneva to Montreux.
• The south shore of Lake Geneva, with Yvoire, Thonon or Evian.
• Closer to La Ferme de La Balme, the Bauges region, the farm visit and regional gastronomy.
• Sports activities abound: hiking, climbing, sailing, paragliding, mountain biking, or simply swimming in the purest lake in Europe.


Practical details:
Provision of the kitchen for meals that can be taken on the terrace or in the living room / kitchen in case of rain.
Preferably, arrivals (after 4 p.m.) and departures (before 11 a.m.) are on Saturdays and the rental is scheduled for the week, however see the dates available for shorter reservations.
The owners occasionally come to take care of the garden or the property, without disturbing the tenants of course (pool maintenance, lawn, vegetable patch).

To relax:
A large terrace, a 6000 m2 garden, a vegetable patch and its greenhouse where the owners practice permaculture, a swimming pool made available (certain rules apply).

Reception: on arrival the owners will give you all the necessary information, advice on going out in the region, wifi access, etc.
Security deposit: a security deposit of € 500 euros is required on arrival - it will be refunded at the end of the stay.
No public transport near the farm, a car is recommended to visit the region.

The rooms:
The Bali room
This is the largest room on La Ferme, with an en-suite bathroom.
Furnished and decorated on the theme of travel to Indonesia and Bali, you will find a relaxed lifestyle and serenity in the heart of the Alps.
Description:
• King Size double bed
• Wardrobe / wardrobe
• Individual bathroom with bath and shower
• Two windows overlooking the countryside and the mountains
• Suite area: 48 m2

Savannah Room
This double room offers the warm setting of Africa with objects collected in West and Southern Africa.
A large King Size double bed, wardrobe, window opening onto the countryside and mountains.
Shower room on the same landing, shared with the Haute-Savoie bedroom. Separate toilets.

Haute-Savoie Room
Two single beds in 90 for this room with a Savoyard chalet atmosphere, decorated in the colors of the region.
Shower room on the same landing, shared with the Savannah bedroom. Separate toilets.

Note that some rooms in the house are inaccessible (office - laundry room) and that the owners occasionally come to look after the garden or the property, without disturbing the tenants of course (pool maintenance, lawn, vegetable patch).

The rental is not intended for the organization of events such as weddings, baptisms, etc. with large groups.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Ski

  • Optional ski privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Ne pas fumer dans les chambres et dans la maison

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Geothermal energy
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Pas d'animaux de compagnie

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Conditions à voir avec le propriétaire

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ne pas fumer dans les chambres et dans la maison

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: conditions à voir avec le propriétaire
This property uses solar and geothermal energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: conditions à voir avec le propriétaire This property uses solar and geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

Nature Serenity Between Lake Mountain

Nature and serenity between lake and mountain Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fabulous family holiday. Property was excellent. Only thing missing was the hot tub which was advertised but wasn’t there. Would thoroughly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Relaxing

Whole family really enjoyed the week at this lovely property set in beautiful surroundings. The house was very well equipped with everything that we needed. The garden is particularly beautiful and thoughtfully designed with nature in mind. The location is close to Annecy, but hidden away from the crowds during the busy summer holidays. Christian and Sylvie were very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday

We absolutely loved this beautiful house, the garden, the pond, the pool and the surroundings. Everything was beautifully presented and Christian and Sylvie were amazing hosts. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Thank you Christian and Sylvie.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene and beautiful

A perfect place to unwind completely. Christian was a perfect host and check in and out was easy. The home has everything you need to get away from it all with the delights of Annecy, biking and hiking all on the doorstep. We loved every minute of our stay here
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic location, beautiful house

House was in a perfect location for visiting Annecy and surrounding area. Lovely house with everything we needed and more. The host, Christian was so helpful and on hand if we needed him.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky W., Surrey, England

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for nature lovers

We very much enjoyed our stay here. The garden was particularly enjoyable, surrounded by nature, peaceful and also great views. When it’s hot outside stepping into the house, which remains cool at all times due to its thick walls and shutters, is so enjoyable! The master bedroom with its dressing room and huge en suit bathroom is exquisite. The owner was an extremely nice man who took the time out to meet us at the property to show us around. The location is also perfect for trips to Annecy where the lake is stunning. Thank you to the owners for the use of their house - we had a very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hol at Balme de Silligny

Beautiful house and pool in a quiet rural location. Very helpful owners. Lots to see and do around Annecy. A most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short Trip From Lake Side - Lovely Place

Although we were sadly not able to stay due to lack of passports our friends still visited this holiday home. They were more than pleased with it and would love to book this home again. The location was convenient but far away to enjoy wildlife and wonderful views. The pool was nice and the interior was full of interesting artworks from the owners travels, which was perhaps the reason for the security cameras in all of the communal spaces. The owners kindly let one couple check in early due to a disastrous complication with luggage etc. due to the travel chaos at Manchester airport. Although you should arrive after 4pm. The area is nice and there is lots to do in Annecy. Great stay would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house for family in the beautiful french countryside

We had a great time here with our family of four (kids 5 and 8) Christian and Sylvie were very nice to wait for us after an unexpected delayed with our flight arrival 🙏 The house felt like home, it’s very well equipped and the beautiful scenery makes it a perfect place to relax and enjoy. The supermarket is within 5 mins driving distance with local bakery and small shops. it’s also a short drive to Annecy which is a must see. The house has plenty of space for the kids to run outside and enjoy nature, the pond with frogs was a daily fun, and although the pool was a little cold for the parents the kids didn't mind at all. We had very hot couple of days so the pool was perfect but the house was always kept cool. We have save it as one of our favorites to comeback.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alistair W., Poole, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect place to unwind

We all felt very comfortable in the villa. Hosts were very welcoming and gave us a thorough tour upon arrival. Lovely and peaceful and fantastically located in the countryside, yet close enough to the Alps and Jura mountains, and Annecy and Geneva.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful private and perfect house for a family holiday

We spent a very relaxing week at this delightful house in the countryside outside Annecy with our two boys (13 and 11). The house is very well equipped and exceptionally spacious. The bedrooms are all large, and the living areas on the ground floor have multiple spaces for relaxing and eating both inside and out. Christian and Sylvie were the perfect hosts - great communication before and during the stay, and were very understanding before our stay when it was not clear if we would be able to travel from the UK to France due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We enjoyed using the pool on hot days (it is just outside the house and is not shared) and listening to the wildlife in the evenings in the pond and surrounding countryside. A true 5 star property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property

We had an amazing stay at Le Balme de Sillingy. The photos do not do justice for this property. Christian and Sylvie were amazing, very welcoming and attentive, they really went the extra mile to ensure we enjoyed our stay but never intruded on our privacy. Would highly recommend this property to anyone who likes peace, tranquility and getting away from it all.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon L., Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Wonderful, unique place!

This a really lovely house in a peaceful spot with a large and interesting outdoor space. Our family had a terrific four days here (and would have liked a few days more). The house is spacious, recently renovated, with large and attractive rooms, including a beautiful main bathroom and stylish individually-themed bedrooms. There is perhaps an emphasis on style over functionality or comfort, but nevertheless we had an extremely enjoyable stay. The large grounds include a patio, swimming pool, fishpond and little walking trail, all of which provided daily entertainment for our five-year-old (although could be hazardous for younger kids). The location is about 45 minutes drive from Geneva and 20 minutes from Annecy. There is nothing much within walking distance of the property, but the largish local village is less than a 10 minute drive away. The owners, Christian and Sylvie, were very charming, helpful and responsive without being intrusive. Overall, this is a very special place and we thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Wonderful spot!

We had a fabulous 4 nights at Le Ferme. The house had 3 large bedrooms and the master had a HUGE bathroom en suite. The living space was comfortable and the outdoor space - and pool - were perfect for our family. There were five of us - my husband and me, my sister, and our two boys 8 and 6. The house was perfect for us. The kids loved the pool and the pond (finding frogs and gold fish provided daily fun) and we loved grilling at night and hanging outside. It was a great starting point for our day trips; we spent a day driving around Lake Annecy, a day doing Chamonix/Mont Blanc, and a day renting a boat to go out on the lake, swim, and explore Annecy itself. Christian and Sylvie were great hosts, being helpful with questions and communication prior to arrival and checking in while we were there. I would highly recommend this house for your your year-round adventures - we could see it being great in the winter too. You have beautiful views, feel very country, but are less than 10 mins to the grocery store and about 20 mins to Annecy. The only reservation is that I would be careful with toddlers - there are lots of artifacts in the house for decoration, open-backed stairs, and several areas of the house that are marked as “private” and have the owners belongings in it but are easily accessible (as they use the house for various things when not rented). Otherwise I would recommend wholeheartedly!! We loved our time there this summer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Assia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette maison ! Elle est spacieuse, très bien entretenue et parfaitement équipée, ce qui a rendu notre séjour confortable et agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michiel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property and hosts are very nice / responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katja J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had such a wonderful time in this beautifully located and lovingly furnished house with a fantastic view and a very nice pool. We lacked nothing and the owners were absolutly charming, helpful and accommodating! Thank you so much for your hospitality! We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan Sall Tang J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house with nice pool, and alone on the end of a small road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Entspannung pur

Wir verbrachten zu zweit Anfang September knapp zwei Wochen in diesem außergewöhnlich schön eingerichteten und sehr geräumigen Ferienhaus. Der Garten ist groß und bietet einen tollen Blick auf die Berge. Hier findet man Ruhe und Erholung. Wer sportlich ist: es gibt viele Wandermöglichkeiten in der näheren und weiteren Umgebung, auch mit dem Fahrrad kann man viel unternehmen. Fahrräder/Mountainbikes können in Annecy gemietet werden. Das Haus liegt nah an Annecy (wunderschöne alte Stadt, sehenswert auch der Markt an mehreren Tagen in der Woche) und trotzdem abseits vom Trubel. Wer unbedingt schnelles W-LAN braucht, sollte sich mit den Vermietern vorher in Verbindung setzen, uns hat es gereicht, es war aber etwas langsam. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Wir hatten eine gute Zeit dort und können das Haus auf jeden Fall sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dries H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Zeer aangenaam verblijf

topvakantie gehad
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Außergewöhnliches Landhaus in toller Lage

Das renovierte und modernisierte Landhaus von Sylvie und Christian liegt etwas außerhalb des Ortes La Balme-de-Sillingy am Ende einer Reihe von weiteren Aussiedlerhöfen in ruhiger und idyllischer Umgebung mit Blick auf das Juragebirge. Das Haus ist geräumig, geschmackvoll eingerichtet und hervorragend ausgestattet, u.a. 2 komplette Bäder, eines sogar mit Badewanne. Alle Details sind liebevoll und hochwertig gestaltet, es bleibt kein Wunsch offen, Das Grundstück ist ebenso ansprechend gestaltet mit einem großen Pool (ca. 8 x 5 m) und großer Terrasse, einem kleinen Weiher mit Blumenwiese sowie einem weiteren Pavillon - ein kleines Paradies! Sylvie und Christian sind angenehme Gastgeber und standen jederzeit für Fragen und Anliegen zur Verfügung. Wir haben uns ausgesprochen wohl gefühlt und können die Unterkunft uneingeschränkt empfehlen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Very good, nice place, nice weather….
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gert-Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Marvelous house and location

Very spacious, clean, nice, beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Très bel endroit prêt d'Annecy

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Maison décorée avec beaucoup de goût au milieu de la verdure. c'était très reposant. Très bon accueil des propriétaires: discussion très agréable. Nous recommandons ce gîte!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy v., Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house and great location!

Loved everything about our stay! Great house and exactly according to description. Peaceful, quiet, calm and comfortable with amazing views. The kids loved roaming around in the very large backyard. Close to everything you might need and want to visit: Epagny shopping centre, Annecy city centre and beaches, multiple mountain areas (Le Semnoz, La Clusaz, Le Tournette, Col de la Forclaz, Mont Blanc), Lac du Bourgette and Aix-Les-Bains. The owners are very welcoming and greatly helped us out in time of need. We could not have felt more welcome. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023