Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine)
This delightful house has it all - oak beams, flagstones, underfloor geothermal heating, log fire, French doors, south facing garden, large bedroom and bathroom with shower and bath; linens and towels provided, bed made up. It's the perfect romantic getaway for two people. From the garden you can see the sun preparing to set behind the trees beyond, and listen to loads of birdsong. There is a parking space outside the front door on the 'village green'. The downstairs is one large open-plan kitchen/living/dining area; the walls have all been beautifully plastered and lime-washed with a warm but very light shade of honey. Upstairs, exposed oak beams throughout the bedroom and mezzanine enhance the recent renovation of this charming property. Our stonemason and estate agent now tell me that they both regret not having bought the house for themselves!
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking is not permitted
We kindly request that guests do not smoke inside the house.
We accept dogs.
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Property # 99874
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Corsaint
Located in Corsaint, this cottage is in a rural area. Vezelay Abbey and Pinard Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Morvan Regional Natural Park and Morvan. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Morvan Regional Natural Park - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
Pinard Bridge - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
Alesia Museum Park - 31 min drive - 30.5 km
Getting around
Avallon Maison-Dieu Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Delices Du Terroir - 6 min drive
Le Saint Valentin - 10 min drive
Girard Gabriel - 13 min drive
Boulangerie Pâtisserie du Château - 6 min drive
La Pomme d'Or - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine) pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cottage and private garden - rural bliss for two (or 4 with mezzanine) located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Morvan, Morvan Regional Natural Park and Vezelay Abbey. Musée Municipal and Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Bill & Jenny
Bill has always worked in tourism primarily operating hotel barges and organising tours in the Burgundy region of France. Jenny, a Prue Leith trained chef, left her London catering business for a two week holiday in Burgundy and never returned! Both Bill and Jenny intended to move on from Burgundy, but with the addition of dogs and children and the realisation that they already lived in one of the most beautiful parts of Europe, why change a thing?
Why they chose this property
For years Jenny had had her eye on this house. It hadn't been lived in for 30 years but she knew it would make the perfect holiday home; it's rare to find a charming detached house with a good garden in a pretty village. The owner was a kind man with bright eyes and a generous smile; he spoke into your face whilst enthusiastically thumping your shoulder every few seconds. There were many people whom he would not sell the house to, but luckily we did not seem to be part of this ever expanding list! Before too long we were the proud new owners, but having bought it, we had to wait a couple of years until we could afford to start renovating. And what a house it made! Every year several guests ask us if it's for sale! We have four rental properties in Burgundy and even if one day we sold up and left for another region, we would have to keep this one as our bolthole in the Côte d'Or; so I'm afraid the answer is: it's not for sale, but you're welcome to come and stay! Staying here is all about leaving the city and stepping back in time and enjoying the peaceful rural surroundings. No busy roads, trains, aeroplanes or noisy farms - even the church bells stop at night!
What makes this property unique
The house is unusual because it's in the middle of the village of Corsaint and yet all around feels so spacious; that's largely due to being right next to the church and the green and also helped by having a good southerly facing garden with a view. Inside the property plays the same trick; it seems so much bigger than the exterior walls dictate.
We live two minutes away from the house and are available if you need us. We hope you will discover and explore Burgundy in your own way, but if you would like a little orientation and guidance about where to go and what to do, then we would be delighted to help. Just ask!
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