The place was perfect for a weekend with good friends, we went hiking around the lake, had great food in one of the villages around the lake, and enjoyed the comforts of the Gîte du vieux bûcher in the calm of Ependes, with relaxed breakfasts and self-cooked dinners for which the kitchen was very nicely equipped. The charming little house has a lot of character and is decorated with a great sense for detail, and it has all the amenities you could wish for, even floor heating. A word of warning for those who like to stay connected all the time, there doesn't seem to be any wifi, but that was no problem for us, as we had 3G on our phones anyway. Also, prepare well if you want to cook there (or bring a car) because the train only runs once an hour from Yverdon and there is no shop in the village. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and can fully recommend the Gîte!