Tastefully Renovated Idyllic Stone-Built Cottage
Rural Location Between the Northern Beaujolais and Southern Burgundy
Sleeps 4/6 (2 Bedrooms)
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Nestled along a beautiful country footpath leading off from the main hamlet, our pretty stone cottage has no immediate neighbours. Facing south the views are of rambling countryside and pine forests. The house has been entirely renovated and decorated with much thought, the result is a very natural feel that fits the setting with of course all the modern comforts. This is an ideal place to get away from the 'rat race' and recharge one's batteries. The region also offers a myriad of different activities, wine tasting, walking, cycling, fishing, visiting castles, museums, Roman churches and gardens to name but a few.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 20 April 2011 - 4 June 2011 | £500 | 7 | ||
| 4 June 2011 - 2 July 2011 | £575 | 7 | ||
| 2 July 2011 - 3 September 2011 | £650 | - | ||
| 3 September 2011 - 3 March 2012 | £500 | - |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros.
Changeover day
Changeover day is Saturday but this is flexible depending on the season.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with two single beds. Mezzanine area with double sofabed. |
| Bathrooms: | Large bathroom with Italian shower, bath and 2 wash basins. Separate WC. |
| Kitchen: | Open-plan kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and woodburning stove. |
| Living Rooms: | Open plan dining area with large wooden table (seats 12) Living room with French windows, sofa, hammock seats, open fire, television, DVD books and games. Mezzanine above living room with double sofabed and CD player. |
| Other: | Cellar with wine available (we are winemakers), wood for the fire, barbecue and 2 bikes. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Linen provided (changed weekly). Cleaning service available on demand. |
Amenities/Facilities provided
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue
Accessibility
We are very sorry but our cottage has too many different levels, steps etc to be suitable for people with mobility problems.
Outside
The stone terrace outside the house with small table and chairs is the ideal spot for enjoying the view and a glass of wine. A more ample outside eating and barbecue area exists under the shade of the trees to the west of the house. A little path leads up from there to the higher part of the garden where there is another siting area and a door leading to the mezzanine.
Special interest holidays
We are organic wine makers in the Northern Beaujolais (Morgon) a 25 minute drive away from the cottage and we offer guided tours of the vines and the cellars) finishing off with a visit to the tasting cellar of course!
Catherine is studying herbalism and offers a guided walk to discover the medicinal and edible plants of the region.
Travel
Due to the rural position of the cottage a car is essential. The Airport Saint-Exupery in Lyons is 100km/1 hour 30 mins away.
The TGV stops both at Lyons 74km/1 hour 15 mins away and Macon 63km/1 hour away. The nearest railway station is in Chauffailles (8kms) and is on a direct line to Lyons.
Calais is 700 kms away.
Distances
The nearest town is Chauffailles, 8km away, where you will find absolutely everything you need, it is a bustling little town with an excellent market, outside swimming pool, restaurants etc.
La Clayette, 15km away is one of Burgundy's most picturesque villages with a large selection of castles and Roman churches.
The Beaujolais vineyards begin in Beaujeu, 20km away and offer wine related museums, tours and of course tastings.
Further details
The cottage is ideally situated in between the Northern Beaujolais region and the Southern Burgundy. Beaujolais offers its wines, farms and walks through hilly countryside with amazing views, which include 'Mont Blanc' on fine days. The Southern Burgundy offers an equally beautiful countryside with castles, ancient monuments and its Charolais cows!
In Chauffailles you will find banks, every type of shop imaginable, chemists, doctors, dentists, estate agents and a post office. The local tourist information office is excellent and offers information on all available activities and visits throughout the region.
Activities available nearby include cycling, walking, fishing, wine tasting, museums, gardens, castles, churches, horse riding, swimming and tennis.
Booking notes
Email/telephone bookings can be held briefly until the downpayment is made. A deposit of 20% on booking is charged and the balance is due 6 weeks before the arrival date.
Owner profile
Cathy in the garden
About the owner
I am English but have lived in France for the last 20 years, my husband is an organic wine-maker and I am a herbalist, we have seven children ranging from the age of 22 down to 5. We live a simple, rural life taking the time for the good things in life such as family meals and nature.
Year purchased: 2004
Why the owner chose a home in this location
We bought the cottage in 2004 as we wanted somewhere to get away from it all, to us that meant somewhere where there were no vines. It is only 25 minutes away from our wine domaine but it is completely different, it has a special calmness about it and we are able to switch off and relax every time we go to the cottage.
Unique benefits of the property
The cottage is in the middle of a small hamlet but down its own little lane, this way it is not isolated but it has no immediate neighbours either. It is well situated for visiting both Burgundy and the Beaujolais regions as it is nestled between the two.
For booking and further information
Property Ref FR2700
Catherine Gauthier
Tel: (France) + 33 (0)474 699 239
Mob: (France) + 33 (0)686 720 840
Owners Website: Click here
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