This project, which was close to my heart, was launched in 2018 with the purchase of this old farmhouse. After 3 years of work with the help of my father, who is a carpenter, we opened this rural cottage in October 2021. I wanted people to feel at home and have enough space to enjoy a beautiful stay in the Ardennes. This cottage has a capacity of 8 people with its 4 double bedrooms. It also has a large bathroom with shower and bathtub, and one of the 4 bedrooms also has a shower and sink. On the ground floor, you can enjoy a beautiful large equipped kitchen, a solid oak dining table, and a cozy living room with a bar and a wood stove. The cottage was designed and furnished so that you feel at home and only have to unpack your bags. When the sun is shining, you can also enjoy a beautiful fenced garden with a terrace table, sun loungers, and a barbecue. The house is located in a beautiful little Ardennes village where you can fully enjoy nature with its many walks on foot or by bike. You will also be 3km from La Roche-en-Ardenne, where you can enjoy shops (supermarket, butcher, bakery) and visit places like the castle, the Battle of the Ardennes museum, the wildlife park, and many other things. The house has a private parking lot and a bike shelter. We are also at your disposal, so do not hesitate to contact us if you have a special request. We would be happy to welcome you to our cottage.
My name is Thomas,
I am from La Roche-en-Ardenne and I have been living here for 34 years.
I have been working in a hotel-restaurant in the city for 11 years.
Being very attached to my region and caring about tourist well-being, I decided to embark on the adventure in 2018 by buying and renovating this old house in Hives.
I wanted to create a warm place where it is good to live and where you feel good.
I have arranged this place as if I were at home so that you don’t miss anything during your stay.
Wood, stone, clay, are warm and local materials, that’s why I absolutely wanted them to be present in the house to keep this typically Ardennes character.
I am also a fan of hiking and aperitifs, so I recommend you to have a nice day of hiking from Hives and to end it with an aperitif near the bar by the wood fire.
Do not hesitate to contact me, I will be very happy to welcome you to the Refuge de Julia.
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