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Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water

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Rix mill by night, your cottage on the left
Rix Mill overlooked by the village hall and the church
Rix mill overlooking the mill stream the lake and the river
Inside Rix mill cottage, the living room
Yves & Christine will welcome you

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rix, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
    Vauvert Park
    5 min drive
    Museum of Art and History Romain Rolland
    6 min drive
    Saint-Martin's Collegiate Church
    6 min drive
    Auxerre (AUF-Branches)
    55 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water

Overlooked by an old and typical village of Burgundy, Rix mill offers, for your exclusive benefit, the luxury of 5.5 hectares of meadows and water inviting to wander around, daydream or observe and contemplate the rich nature and wildlife widely present.

A self-contained holiday cottage has been equipped, combining the beautiful architecture of the era (built at the end of the 17th century before the French Revolution) and the comfort and nice decor one's want to find when on holiday. Spacious and bright, the accommodation receives the outdoor light through large windows offering an open view on the mill stream, the village and the river. The main room includes a fitted kitchen and a dining space, a living space (3-seat sofa - which is an extra high-comfort double bed - , television, internet wiring, optic fiber, WiFi and a large range of English, French and German books). An under floor heating system and a charming wood stove guaranty a great comfort, even in winter. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower. The double-bed bedroom is installed on the mezzanine overlooking the main room.

Situated in the heart of Burgundy region, within the "Chablis, Sancerre, Beaune vineyards triangle", Rix Mill is part of the 200 inhabitants Rix village, just 3 kms from the medieval town of Clamecy (5000 inhabitants), the famous "Cité des Flotteurs", where all amenities and shops are available, and 2 hours 15 mns drive South from Paris. With a rich history, Burgundy offers a wide variety of tourist attractions and places to visit easily reachable by car from the mill: Vezelay (designated Unesco World Heritage site), Guedelon castle (one-of-a-kind project in the whole world ), Fontenay abbaye, Semur en Auxois, Auxerre, the Morvan massif and its lakes, the "canal du Nivernais", Autun, Bibracte, Alesia...

As an alternative to the car, the surrounding countryside will also invite you to walks, bike rides and boating. Two bicycles (more can be hired in town) are at your disposal on site. Use of an inflatable boat, swimming or fishing are all means of enjoying the 1 km of river. Pétanque, badminton and table tennis can also be practiced onsite and, activities as climbing and micro lighting are available at very short distance.

Your hosts, Yves and Christine, have spent many years as expats in Switzerland and the UK and are bilingual French-English. Their primary wish is to make your stay thoroughly enjoyable, your mood and your pace will be their only guides. They are living in the mill main house.
Whether you are looking for the perfect venue to relax, quietly celebrate, be inspired or the opportunity to discover a number of Burgundy attractions, you'll find Rix Mill is a stunning and unique place.
Rix mill is reachable either by car, train or private plane as there is a public airfield in Rix with a parking space for your plane in a private hangar.

Property manager

Christine Mercier
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bed, chair and small bath available for a baby

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Just based on reciprocal respect.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 582220000001G

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Rix

Located in Rix, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. AB Loisirs and Domaine La Croix Montjoie are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morvan Regional Natural Park and Vauvert Park. Travelling with kids? Consider La Maison du Visiteur and Moulin de Vanneau. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rix, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

What's nearby

  • Museum of Art and History Romain Rolland - 6 min drive
  • Saint-Martin's Collegiate Church - 6 min drive
  • Vezelay Abbey - 33 min drive
  • Château de Bazoches - 34 min drive
  • Medieval Site of Guedelon - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Clamecy Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café du Commerce - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Flunch Clamecy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Chapelle de Clamecy - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Gondola - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Istambul Kebab - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water located?

This family-friendly Rix cottage is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Saint-Martin's Collegiate Church, Museum of Art and History Romain Rolland and Vauvert Park. Morvan is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Petra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sommerfrische
Ein friedlicher Ort, ein schön saniertes Mühlenensemble und aufmerksame unaufdringliche Gastgeber. Abwechslungsreiche Umgebung, gute Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in Clamecy und Auxerre. Auxerre
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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July 24
Great spot to stay, clean rooms & friendly owners. Bedroom tighter than expected. Biggest issue was with Vrbo as had not sent request before staying for second payment / invoice & had not been paid, was rather embarrassing. Doubt if using again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back to nature
Het water.. het geluid van het water.. de oudheid van het pand...de locatie onbeschrijvelijk mooi. Binnen in het apartement 3 laags!. Beneden grote ruimte om bijv je fietsen te stallen en op te laden. Boven mooie ruime zitgedeelte met heel prachtig uitzicht. Keuken alles erop en eraan. En boven heerlijk bed. Met het rustgevend geluid van water. Je voelt de oudheid hoe men vroeger bloem maakten voor brood. Buiten kun je heerlijk op het terras zowel boven als beneden in de zeer grote tuin met eigen grond wandelen en genieten van de natuur. Fietsen in de omgeving is fantastisch. Zeker met een e-bike. Grote supermarkt Auchan op 3km afstand. En dan de gastheer en gastvrouw. Onwijs goede en lieve mensen. Zeer goed engels ook sprekend. Christine en Yves, hartelijk dank voor het heerlijk verblijf. En hierbij nog mooie link naar jullie fantastische Franse parel: https://youtu.be/5jZEqtSwXv8?feature=shared Grtjes. Antonio en Jolanda
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora D.

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Peaceful and Relaxing
The mill is surrounded by water and trees so, despite the excessive heat during our week's visit, we stayed more comfortable than expected. The owners are both discrete and available if necessary and the location was very good to allow us to see the things we wished to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svenja H.

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Wunderschönes stilvolles und naturnahes Ambiente
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in Rix sehr genossen, insbesondere die herrliche Natur. Wir erhielten tolle Ausflugstips von Yves und Christine. Leider waren wir nur 3 Tage auf unserer Rückreise dort und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Vielen Dank an die perfekten Gastgeber! Svenja, Uwe & Kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un superbe séjour
Des propriétaires très accueillants, très disponibles et toujours prompts à donner des conseils, une maison très fonctionnelle dans un cadre exceptionnel et la proximité de sites remarquables : Tous les ingrédients étaient réunis Merci encore à Christine et à Yves
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antongiulio M.

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Excellent séjour
Accueil aimable, endroit de caractère, fort recommandé
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renate K.

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Burgund
ein Traum
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joachim W.

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Little Paradise!
We fully enjoyed our stay at Rix Mill! The most difficult part was to decide if we just stay for a lazy day in this little paradise or to go and visit some of the interesting sites in the area. The Mill is nicely renovated and the site is a gem for everybody who enjoys nature. Christine and Yves are very welcoming and the perfect hosts. They leave enough privacy but offer support whenever needed. They also know the area very well and have plenty of ideas on things to do in Burgundy. Thanks Christine & Yves for sharing your little paradise with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

ANDRE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entspannter Aufenthalt im Burgund
Wir wurden von den Gastgebern herzlich empfangen. Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Das voll nutzbare Grundstück mit Flüsschen, Teich und Garten ist wunderbar. Freizeitmöglichkeiten vor Ort werden angeboten, z.B. Paddelboot, Fahrräder, Tischtennis u.a. Die Gastgeber haben sich während unseres Aufenthaltes auf ihrem eigenen Grundstück sehr zurückgenommen, um uns vermutlich nicht zu stören, was gar nicht nötig gewesen wäre. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge, z.B. nach Vezelay, Guedelon, Auxerre (empfehle Spaziergang am Flussufer der Yonne vom Piscine Stade Nautique ins Stadtzentrum) oder in den Dinosaurierpark Cardoland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin V.

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prachtige lokatie
Lieve en zorgzame gastheer en vrouw. prachtige rustige lokatie alles tot in de puntjes verzorgt
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Elisabeth Dr. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Rundum zufrieden
Sehr schöne Anlage, sehr gepflegtes Terrain, sehr freundliche Vermieter, alles in Allem ein gelungener Aufenthalt. Die Beschreibung sollte hinsichtlich des "Pools" vielleicht mal überarbeitet werden. Ansonsten sehr empfehlenswert.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine + Stefan H., Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland

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Mühle Rix - Idyllisch, wunderschön und totale Erholung
Die alte Mühle und das ganze Gelände sind einfach nur herrlich. Den Morgen mit einer Tasse Kaffee und tollem Blick auf den Mühlenbach (vom Ess-/Wohnbereich) oder auf den Weiher von der Terrasse aus bzw auch direkt am Weiher sitzend zu beginnen, was gibt's Schöneres :-). Interessante Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in einer Umgebung von 45 Minuten bis zu gut einer Stunde (einfacher Weg), fanden wir, auch mit Hilfe der sehr netten Gastgeber. Einkaufmöglichkeiten wie beschrieben in ca 3 km in Clamecy. Vielen Dank nochmal Christine, für das vorzügliche Abendessen, es war total lecker 😋. Und ein weiteres Dankeschön an Yves fürs Zeigen eures Wohnbereiches und die Erklärungen zur Mühle. Hat uns wirklich sehr gut gefallen und war total interessant 👍. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit, die leider viel zu schnell verging. Viele Grüße Christine und Stefan
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

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Lovely peaceful stay!
Wonderful hosts and very comfortable place to unwind. We enjoyed our stay after a busy Paris trip. The view of the pond and river that wind around the property is idyllic. Great way to relax in the French countryside. Having a washer and dryer was very nice after traveling. The house is very clean and well equipped with everything you need. My husband and I even played ping pong downstairs. Two fawns wandered in the yard to say farewell on our last day!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda S.

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Au pt paradis
Wir haben die Gastfreundschaft von Christine und Yves sehr geschätzt. Die alte Mühle ist ein wahr gewordener Traum, der zum Entschleunigen einlädt. Als Ergänzung haben wir Ausflüge (auch gastronomische) in der näheren Umgebung gemacht. Dabei konnten wir immer auf sehr hilfreiche Tipps von C&Y zählen. Auch als wir ausgehungert ankamen, organisierten sie uns in einem tollen Restaurant einen Burgundischen Willkommensschmaus. Wir haben es in der alten Mühle von Rix sehr genossen, gerne wieder!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariska V.

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Heerlijke plek om te onthaasten
Le Moulin is een heerlijke plek om tot rust te komen en de gastvrouw en gastheer Yves en Christine zijn super aardig en attent. We waren stiekem wel een beetje jaloers op hun prachtige plek. Vol bewondering hebben we het verhaal over de geschiedenis van de molen en het water en de verbouwing aangehoord. We komen graag nog eens terug
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nadine R.

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Perfect mix
We had a great stay - the perfect mix of day trips in the area and enjoying the nice garden including taking the boat and swimming in the river.

10/10 Excellent

Eva C., Melchnau, switzerland

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Wundervoll
Wir haben uns bei euch sehr willkommen und wohl gefühlt. Das Gästehaus ist wunderschön und verfügt über alles, was man braucht. Die Umgebung, das Wasser und der viele Platz sorgen für eine entspannte Zeit. Merci.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jean-noel B.

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Nature et calme
Excellent séjour. Accueil convivial sur un site merveilleusement restauré au cœur de la nature et d'une région pleine de richesses à découvrir.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hilda D.

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Romantischer kan niet
Overtreffende trap van een echte Bourgogne beleving. Prachtig antieke watermolen, maar modern ingericht en van alle gemakken voorzien. Supervriendelijke gastheer en gastvrouw. Omgeving magisch
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karin D.

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Wunderschön!
Wunderschöne Ferienwohnung (Haus), toller Garten mit See und Fluss zur Erholung, sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marina F.

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Une bouffée d'air frais !
Nous avons passé un très bon moment dans ce magnifique et charmant gîte ! Aucune mauvaise surprise, les photos sont très représentatives de la réalité. Une propreté incontestable du lieu, un cadre plus que reposant et nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir profiter d'une belle lumière tout au long de notre week-end. Merci également à Christine & Yves pour leur gentillesse et leurs précieux conseils. Nous vous recommandons vivement ce lieu !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

francoise s.

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Séjour de rêve
Je réécris un petit mot ne sachant pas si le premier a été enregistré. C’est un gîte tellement agréable que je tiens absolument à vous faire partager mon enthousiasme. Écrin de verdure traversé par le cours d’eau... cela génère une musique envoûtante... installer sur la chaise longue vous pouvez laisser le temps s’égrèner jusqu’à la tombée de la nuit. Le gîte est confortable et très bien équipé.. N’oublions pas de remercier vivement nos hôtes, très agréables et disponibles. Rando et vélos faciles à organiser depuis le gîte Merci pour ces belles vacances Françoise et Michel

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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Amazing
We loved our stay here. Your stay is in a mill from 1738 that has been renovated in a manner that balances the uniqueness of the old charm and a modern aesthetic. We travelled with our seven year old and he loved it. The property is massive, there are sheep nearby, a spaces for bocce and long walks, a boat to go down the river and a whole number of other options Christine and Yves provide. The hosts Christine and Yves are incredibly friendly and really do a fantastic job making you feel welcomed. Yves suggested that we visit Vezelay which was not on our radar and we could not have been more appreciative to not have missed it. We loved the tranquility of the property for meals surrounded by only the sound of the natural environment and the central location for trips during the day. Definitely one of our favourite places. Don't miss it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Saskia S.

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Perfect Holiday
We had a real unforgetable time in Rix Mill! The house and the garden are amazing!! Thank you for the warm welcome and the perfect dinner! We can recommand this to erveryone who travels to Burgundy!

About the host

Hosted by Christine Mercier

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Your hosts, Yves and Christine, have spent many years as expats in Switzerland and the UK and are bilingual French-English. Their primary wish is to make your stay thoroughly enjoyable, your mood and your pace will be their only guides in advising you. They are living in the mill main house. As soon as you book they will send you a PDF document telling you the activities at Rix mill and around.

Why they chose this property

After 21 years expatriation (4 years in Switzerland and 17 years in England), we returned to France and fell in love with Rix Mill. Untouched and uninhabited for some 25 years prior to our purchase, we have enjoyed the combined challenge of restoring what is an historical Mill, pre-dating the French revolution, and introducing a high specification interior with 21st century comfort and the latest in modern communications technology.
This type of site is rare as it combines features that you don't usually find together.The mill is in Rix village, therefore not isolated, while nature and wildlife are at its doorstep. It benefits from sun all day long and offers view on the valley and its wide spaces. Its location makes a lot of interesting towns, including Paris, quickly reachable by car

What makes this property unique

Exclusivity, serenity, conviviality, a unique site and the perfect place to unwind, think, create and discover Burgundy...

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English, French

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