The Gartempe is 7 mins away from the Chambres D'Hôtes. The river is 205km long and offers hiking, nature trails and white water activities (subject to rain).
Viaduc de Rocherolles
The Viaduc is 7 mins drive and a short walk along the Gartempe. This spot is great for the views, hiking, nature trails and white water activities (subject to rain).
Lac du pont à l'Age
Lac du pont à l'Age is 8 mins away from Vue du Vallon and is the closest large lake. It is a great spot for hiking and taking in the views.
Saint Sulpice Laurière
Saint Sulpice Laurière is 9 mins from Vue du Vallon and a favorite for fishing. It is also a great spot for hiking and dog walking.
Étang de Sagnat
Étang de Sagnat is a very pretty lake, just 10 mins drive away. There is a beach and children's playground as well as a bar/restaurant, fishing and hiking.
La Jonchere
La Jonchere Saint Maurice is a 15 mins drive and has a great fishing lake.
Étang de la Brousse
Étang de la Brousse in Marsac is a 18 mins drive away and a beautiful lake for picnics and barbecues. This spot is good for hiking, dog walks and fishing.
Lac De Saint Pardoux
Lac de Saint Pardoux is 20 mins. The lake is the largest in the local area and great for swimming, watersports, beach, hiking and cycling.
Le Taurion
Le Turion at Saint Laurent les Églises is 24 mins drive away and offers great views and a restuarant. Good for dog walks, hiking and fishing.
Châtelus-le-Marcheix
Châtelus-le-Marcheix is 30 mins away from Vue du Vallon and is on the pilgrimage path of the Way of St. James. This reservoir and beach offers water sports and magnificent views.
Lac d'Éguzon
Lac d'Éguzon is a 40 mins drive and one of the largest lakes of the area. It is a perfect spot for hiking, watersports, beach and dog walking and the nearby town of Crozant is well worth a visit.
Lac de Vassivière
Lac de Vassivière is an hour's drive and is one of the largest lakes in France. It is offers water sports and is perfect for dog walking, hiking and cycling.