Gîte Cocoon — stone house in the hamlet of Sur la Heid, Aywaille

Your cocoon in the heart of the Ardennes

A charming and cosy cottage for 2 to 4 guests, nestled in the hamlet of Sur la Heid, in Aywaille

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Welcome to Aywaille, Sur la Heid

Located in the Ardennes (Belgium) in the municipality of Aywaille and overlooking the Amblève valley, "Sur la Heid" is a small hamlet of 40 houses. It is a very quiet place — the village ends with a dirt path leading down to Aywaille. Many walks are accessible from the cottage. The GR 576 long-distance trail passes through the village. It sits just above the famous La Redoute cycling climb (Liège-Bastogne-Liège).

The village name comes from the Walloon word "heid" meaning "path", as it is the "chemin des gattes" — the path of the goats. A herd of wild goats roams the surroundings and a nature reserve borders the village. It is in this reserve that the famous Joubarbe d'Aywaille plant (Sempervivum funckii var. aqualiense) can be found, sought after by plant enthusiasts.

Nature reserve video

Sur la Heid village sign, Aywaille

Discover the cottage

The cosy living room — the wood stove heats the whole cottage The large private front garden — barbecue and swings Bedroom 1 — a cosy space to rest Countryside view from the back of the cottage Cows grazing in the surrounding meadows, a typical Belgian Ardennes landscape Bedroom 2 upstairs — cosy and pleasant

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What our guests say

Gîte Cocoon is a magnificent place. The country side is more beautiful than what we imagined. Sur la Heid is right out of a book of fairytales. But, the most memorable part of our stay was your comfortable, peaceful and meticulous home and your graciousness.

— Tom & Heather, Napa Valley, California, USA

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Why Gîte Cocoon?

Authentic cottage

Renovated stone house with wood stove, fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms. 1 dog welcome. All the comfort in a rustic setting.

Unspoilt nature

Nature reserve just steps away, wild goats, orchids, the famous Joubarbe d'Aywaille. GR 576 starting from the village.

Varied activities

Grottes de Remouchamps 4 km away, Forestia, Safari Park, kayaking, cycling (La Redoute), thermal spa, museums.

Seasonal charm

Apple picking in autumn, blackberries along the trails, nettle soup in spring, rhubarb tart in May.

Right now at the cottage

2 to 4 guests 2 bedrooms
1 dog welcome
Wood stove
Free WiFi
Large garden with barbecue
Free parking in front of the house
In the heart of a nature reserve
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