House

Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard

Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard

Photo gallery for Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard

Property grounds
Room
Room
Room
Unclassified image, 5 of 23, button

Overview of Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard

Reviews
5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Ay, Grand Est
  • Popular LocationMoët et Chandon5 min drive
  • Popular LocationChampagne Chateau de Boursault6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAvenue de Champagne6 min drive
  • AirportParis (LBG-Le Bourget)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard

Situated on a cute laneway in the heart of the old part of Aÿ-Champagne, Maison Marcks is very quiet, yet at a 5 minutes walk from several well-known Champagne makers (none mentioned, none forgotten), shops and restaurants. On the picturesque town square you will be able to have lunch, a coffee or sip on a glass of Champagne in the sun on one of the terraces of the cafés and bakeries.
Maison Marcks Champagne is a comfortable and exclusive home to stay in while exploring Champagne and its many legendary vineyards. It is not known which year the houe was built, but the antique oak beams throughout the building date from at least the 17th century.
Tall ceilings offer a spacious and airy, yet very cozy, living space across 3 floors with 2 double bedrooms, open plan kitchen / dining / living room, 2 tiled bathrooms with WC & shower and 1 separate WC - a home that easily accommodates 4 adults. From the living room you have access to the inner courtyard - to which you have exclusive use - through a large glass sliding door.

So - the house:
GROUND FLOOR
Large hallway with adjacent WC, living room with sofa group and TV, fully equipped kitchen and dining area all in an open plan setting, with a big window / sliding door facing the private courtyard.
FIRST FLOOR
Double bed room with a super comfortable bed (180 x 200 cm). This floor also has a landing to access the top floor and tiled WC / bathroom.
SECOND / TOP FLOOR
Sleeping suite with double bed (180 x 200 cm) with plenty of pillows, an ensuite bathroom, a coffee / tea station, desk and seating area all under the beamed, tall ceilings. Rooftop windows provide gorgeous light (but can be darkened, if required).
OUTDOORS
Private courtyard with lounge area by the open fire place as well as a dining area - both under roof for shelter from both sun and rain. This is a quiet and wonderfully lush space where you can enjoy your exquisite any-hour-of-the-day-glass-of-champagne.

If you want to go exploring Epernay and its famous Avenue de Champagne, you are only a 15 mins bike or bus ride away or 5 mins by car. From the train station of Aÿ (which is less than 10 mins walk through town) you can easily access both Epernay (4 mins train ride) and Reims (23 mins train ride).
You can reach Aÿ from Paris Charles de Gaulle airport via train (TGV to Champagne-Ardennes in 29 mins and then train via Reims to Aÿ - total travel time is just under 1½ hours).

PARKING
There is a parking lot across the street with 8 parking spots (there are always spots available there) or else, parking is free in the whole town of Aÿ, so outside parking close to the house is always available.

Property manager

Helena Marcks von Würtemberg

Languages

Danish, English, French, Norwegian, Swedish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
The staircase is not child friendly.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ay

This holiday home is located in Aÿ-Champagne. Montagne de Reims Regional Natural Park and Les Faux de Verzy reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Le Ballon Captif d'Epernay and Cantina. Oenovasion Champenoise and Zig Zag Parc are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Moët et Chandon - 5 min drive
  • Champagne Chateau de Boursault - 6 min drive
  • Avenue de Champagne - 6 min drive
  • Perrier Jouet - 6 min drive
  • Leclerc-Briant - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Ay Station - 11 min walk
  • Paris (XCR-Chalons-Vatry) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rotisserie Henri IV - 6 min walk
  • Kyriad Epernay - 6 min drive
  • Chez Max - 4 min drive
  • L'Ete des Vignerons - 5 min drive
  • La Grillade Gourmande - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maison Marcks | Ay Champagne | Class & Comfort | Private courtyard located?

Situated in Aÿ-Champagne, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Montagne de Reims Regional Natural Park, Billecart Salmon and Champagne Philipponnat. Champagne Jacquesson and Église Notre-Dame are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ay Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 5 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 3 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 1 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Hayley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way!
The rental is even better than the pictures! Located in a perfect spot to walk into town to restaurants, visit champagne houses, or grab a train to visit Epernay or Reims! Everything was so easy and the host was very responsive and helpful during our stay! The property is clean and beautifully designed, we especially loved the courtyard to enjoy a glass of wine! You will not be disappointed if you book this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Sarah S., Davis, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect experience
Renting this property was on of the best experiences we’ve had on Home Away/VRBO. The home is beautiful, clean, organized, and very stylish. Right in the heart of Ay, we were able to walk everywhere in Ay. One word of caution, if you have any mobility issues, the curved stairs may be difficult to manage. But we had no problems whatsoever and we’re quite happy with the charm of this beautiful home. Communicating with a Helena was so easy and she was so kind and attentive. That says, we had little to discuss, as she detailed instructions perfectly and clearly. Her recommendations for shopping, taxis and restaurants was spot on, and we felt well hosted. If she will have us again, we will return at our first opportunity!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint experience in Champagne
This was such an amazing property. It was sooo clean and spacious with large bedrooms and comfortable beds. Helena, our host was so wonderful to work with... she thought of everything including a few snacks for road-weary travellers and of course, a complimentary bottle of champagne to welcome us! The town of Ay is so quaint with narrow streets and beautiful old architecture. And the champagne houses are numerous and walking distance from the home. Just be sure to book dinner reservations at the ONLY restaurant in town or you will be disappointed. A simple call the night before should be fine but if they are full, there really is no where else to go. Thankfully for our night, the town of Epernay was a short 15 min drive and we had a great experience at La Parisienne restaurant and managed to pick up a few groceries as well. If you are coming to the area, we would highly recommend the tour at Moët & Chandon. We would also recommend checking the schedules for any champagne houses you might want to visit as many are closed on the weekend (even Saturdays) - we unfortunately missed out on Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin as they were closed the day we were leaving. We had such a wonderful time and would highly recommend this Helena, her home and the area to anyone! Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

5/5 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem in Ay
This place was everything advertised, and more. The house itself is very clean with a fully loaded kitchen to suit all cooking needs. Beds are very comfortable and the courtyard out back is a bonus, and an outstanding place for a champagne cocktail hour. What really made it special is all the little extras that Helena has included from coffee, tea, snacks and even a welcoming bottle of champagne! Outstanding! Location is also perfect - walking distance to more champagne tasting (and tour) places than you could ever fit in a week+. I recommend a drive up into the small villages north of Ay too...that was a highlight. We went to Epernay too, which was nice, but nothing compared to the charm of Ay. Communication with the owner is very efficient with all messages being answered immediately. An excellent host! Thanks again Helena for an amazing stay!! Would love to make a return visit some day. A bientot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Helena Marcks von Würtemberg

Host profile image

Languages:

English, French, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

People also search for

More Holiday Rentals ideas