Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cozy cottage
Verified traveller
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019
Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Discover nearby landmarksNear Pinard Bridge
Sleeps 5•2 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
- Garage parking available
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
- Deck or patio
Explore the area
Semur-En-Auxois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
- Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre DamePlace, Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame3 min walk
- Pinard BridgePlace, Pinard Bridge9 min walk
- Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-AuxoisPlace, Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois11 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Convertible bed(s)
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK
Stay at the most beautiful (and most photographed) spot in Burgundy, nestled in the charming, quaint, peaceful medieval village of Semur-en-Auxois...voted in 2025 as the third most beautiful village in France!
Our lovely restored two story cottage with a large, detached riverside garden, patio, orchard and vineyard awaits you. On the banks of the gently flowing River Armançon with views of the cathedral, castle towers, and ancient bridge, the house is just a stroll away from the town center.
The location offers convenience, privacy, and off-street parking in the cul-de-sac.
Walk up the gently winding stairs around an ancient Burgundy tower for your morning baguette or croissant, or watch the village wake up from your table in a friendly café as you sip your first espresso of the day.
This enchanting village of 3,500 is both vibrant and relaxing, a hidden treasure. Host a garden party or just relax on our large garden patio with stunning panoramic views of the towers. The detached garden/vineyard/orchard is 60 steps from the house along the river (which keeps the ants in the garden, not in the house!)
Offering tranquil relaxation an hour from Paris by TGV train and minutes from the cobblestone walkways of the village centre, the location is ideal for your next romantic or family getaway.
You can explore the lively Burgundy region on day trips by bicycle or car, go wine tasting, hop on a fast train to Paris or Euro Disney with the kids. There is a fresh water lake 3 km away for swimming and boating, a bike rental shop in Montbard that will deliver rental bikes to the house and a rental car can be delivered to the Montbard train station for your pick up and return.
Your home away from home is comfortably decorated to create a warm, cozy home base for your Magical History Tour of the Burgundy Region. Perfect for small families and the dog or two couples traveling together. The house comfortably sleeps 4 - 5, with two large bedrooms plus a sleeping loft. There are modern appliances, dishwasher, washer and dryer, a towel warmer in the bathroom and a soak tub.
Keywords: cottage, medieval village, garden, kids and pets Ok
Our lovely restored two story cottage with a large, detached riverside garden, patio, orchard and vineyard awaits you. On the banks of the gently flowing River Armançon with views of the cathedral, castle towers, and ancient bridge, the house is just a stroll away from the town center.
The location offers convenience, privacy, and off-street parking in the cul-de-sac.
Walk up the gently winding stairs around an ancient Burgundy tower for your morning baguette or croissant, or watch the village wake up from your table in a friendly café as you sip your first espresso of the day.
This enchanting village of 3,500 is both vibrant and relaxing, a hidden treasure. Host a garden party or just relax on our large garden patio with stunning panoramic views of the towers. The detached garden/vineyard/orchard is 60 steps from the house along the river (which keeps the ants in the garden, not in the house!)
Offering tranquil relaxation an hour from Paris by TGV train and minutes from the cobblestone walkways of the village centre, the location is ideal for your next romantic or family getaway.
You can explore the lively Burgundy region on day trips by bicycle or car, go wine tasting, hop on a fast train to Paris or Euro Disney with the kids. There is a fresh water lake 3 km away for swimming and boating, a bike rental shop in Montbard that will deliver rental bikes to the house and a rental car can be delivered to the Montbard train station for your pick up and return.
Your home away from home is comfortably decorated to create a warm, cozy home base for your Magical History Tour of the Burgundy Region. Perfect for small families and the dog or two couples traveling together. The house comfortably sleeps 4 - 5, with two large bedrooms plus a sleeping loft. There are modern appliances, dishwasher, washer and dryer, a towel warmer in the bathroom and a soak tub.
Keywords: cottage, medieval village, garden, kids and pets Ok
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
Events allowed
Garden Parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional pet deposit required.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted in garden.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 147605vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Garden Parties
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Semur-en-Auxois
Located in Semur-en-Auxois, this cottage is on the waterfront. Pinard Bridge and Vezelay Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pre Lamy Golf and Château de Chailly Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Semur-En-Auxois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
What's nearby
- Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Pinard Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Musée Municipal - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Morvan Regional Natural Park - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
- Montbard Les Laumes-Alesia Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- Pizzeria o’Scandalo - 7 min walk
- Le Mont drejet - 7 min walk
- La Rumeur - 6 min walk
- Hostellerie d'Aussois - 15 min walk
- Delices de Byzance - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Magical Tower Views, Garden Patio, Steps to Historical Village Centre, Kids OK located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame, Pinard Bridge and Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois. Musée Municipal is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified review
8/10 Good
Mike B.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Very good for a town break, with lovely view
Semur en Auxois is a beautiful place, and the location with a short walk up steps straight into the town centre is excellent. The classic town view is right outside the bedroom window. A pleasant, characterful property, with typically French antique furniture although this is formal rather than comfortable and storage space is a bit limited. Not so easy for children. Worked well for two, would be OK for four but five would be a squash. The garden is a beautiful quiet spot, although not actually adjoining the property, so you can't just spill out of the house and use the extra space. Check in and check out are 5.00pm and 10.00am, not as advertised on the initial publicity. NB Deposit is quite large, and takes a while to be returned, so make sure you have the cash flow to manage that.
Mike B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
We suggest everyone read the property description thoroughly, as we are quite explicit that the garden is detached from the house and 65 paces along the river. The view is certainly worth the walk.
We have been unable to determine why VRBO/Homeaway keeps giving out the wrong Check out/in times. We have scoured our listing and it clearly says 10am/5pm, as it aways has been, to allow the cleaners to have enough time to make the house ready for the next renter.
Please be advised that the refundable deposit is handled by VRBO, not us; we have no control how and when it is refunded, which is usually within two weeks or sooner.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Andre S.
24 Sept 2021
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Wij hadden de code nietom te openen Dat heeft ons twee dagen ge kost. Vrbo onbereikbaaaar geost o
Een geweldige plek in een Middeleeuwse stad
Andre S.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Owen G.
13 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exquisite location
If anything the listing undersells the view from the house, it is spectacular and right in front of you. Walking around the old city is a rare pleasure, every corner you turn presents a comically gorgeous view; my friends and I felt like we were on a honeymoon. Our favorite meal in town was at nearby (everything is nearby) Le Saint Vernier and we got great inexpensive wine recommendations from l'Epicerie de Semur.
Owen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Hetty B.
1 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely home in beautiful Semur
Small but cosy house with antique furniture.
The fact that the garden is not connected to the house was a bit of a dissapointment for us, but as it turns out we didn't read the description well enough as it is mentioned in the description on the website.
Apart form that it is a great little house and we had a wonderful stay!
Hetty B.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Claude B.
12 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très Bonne
Maison calme, bien agencée.
Paysage alentour beau et reposant.
Beaucoup de balades possibles autour du gite.
Claude B.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jan Pieter N.
11 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heerlijk
Nette woning op supermooie plek in middeleeuws stadje. Erg genoten. Niet erg toeristisch maar voldoende te doen met gezin. Ook dankzij leuk meertje met strandje op paar kilometer.
Jan Pieter N.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Gabriele B.
16 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideale Lage in mittelalterlichem Städtchen
Großer Garten in der Nähe des Hauses mit viel Komfort.
Gabriele B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Sophie G.
16 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Maison très agréable à vivre
Belle maison pleine de charme parfaitement située. On s’y sent comme chez soi ! La maison était très propre et accueillante.
Bémol sur la télévision et le four qui ne fonctionnaient pas.
Communication très moyenne avec l’agence de location. Elle a répondu à mon mail de demande d’informations (envoyé plusieurs jours avant mon départ) le jour de mon arrivée. Ce qui n’était plus pertinent.
D’autre part, j’avais adressé à cette agence un mail indiquant que la télévision et le four ne fonctionnaient pas pendant mon séjour et je n’ai obtenu aucune réponse.
Je trouve cela dommage pour Ken et Sarah qui louent une charmante maison.
Sophie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Xavier C.
22 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison agréable au calme à deux pas du centre de Semur
Maison agréablement arrangée pour 4 personnes, au pied de Semur-en-Auxois : vue imprenable et très jolie sur le bourg ! Jardin/verger clos à proximité, mais les jeunes enfants doivent y être accompagnés.
Xavier C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review
8/10 Good
Céline R.
16 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle découverte
Petite maison agréable et bien située et bien équipée. Le jardin est facilement accessible et permet de se détendre après une bonne journée de visite. Merci pour cette belle découverte.
Céline R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review
8/10 Good
Micha O.
8 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Living in history
Semur-en-Auxois is a really nice medieval town in Burgundy. From the house you are in the center in no time. Just passing the pont dinard and going up the stairs.
As for the house, this was done in old French style too. Everything is there including a nice collection of old crouset pans.
The beds were a bit too small for two men in our family (>1.90mtr) but hey, they coped and survived..:-)
We really enjoyed the garden as well for BBQ meals and aperitief.
Happy to have stayed in this house of Sarah and Ken. In case of questions they responded very quick. We wish them well and hope they can enjoy their home after ‘Covid season’ is over.
Micha O.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ulrich d.
23 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bourgondisch verblijf
De gezellige vakantiewoning is ingericht met vintage spullen uit de streek, wat geen afbreuk doet aan het hedendaags comfort. Alles is aanwezig (wasmachine, droogkast, vaatwas, oven, microgolfoven, televisie met google chromecast, ...)
De mooie tuin is een echte meerwaarde voor dit verblijf. Hoewel hij niet aansluit op de woning, maar het is slechts 160 stappen :-)
Semur-En-Auxois is een absolute aanrader en een pittoresk middeleeuws aandoend stadje en een perfecte uitvalbasis om de ganse regio te verkennen.
Voldoende lekkere restaurants, die betaalbaar zijn, fantastische bakkerijen en leuke bars. Hier ga je niet om uit te gaan maar om te herbronnen.
Ulrich d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review
8/10 Good
Lynn O.
7 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Magical views .
Property is located in the lovely town of Semur en auxois with amazing views of the towers and ramparts next to the Pont Pinard and beautiful river.
Shops and restaurants within a 5 minute walk.
The house is well equipped with everything you need but we did struggle for cupboard space in the kitchen for our shopping/food.
Lovely views of the town and river from the bedroom windows but again there was lack of wardrobe space. The beds looked lovely but the one in the main bedroom was really squeaky and creaked every time one of us moved in the night. So we moved into the other bedroom and we found that we kept rolling into the middle of the bed,even though we are of average size and weight.. This isn't a complaint but just letting you know in case you're unaware of these issues.
The house has a beautiful garden with an orchard which is secure for dogs. Our dog loved it ! The garden and patio area is not attached to the house but is only a brief walk...around 60 steps...around the corner.
There are 4 parking spaces available on a first come first served basis but there is a garage at the garden to accomodate a medium size car.
Overall a beautiful stay in a very old quaint french style character house.
Lynn O.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for the feedback, we have replaced the mattresses and fixed the squeaky bed.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Kim N.
20 Sept 2019
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location and village
Overall we had a great stay. The area is so picturesque. One thing to note is that this property accepts pets, which was evident from all the dog hairs on the rugs. Unfortunately for us with a crawling 7 month old baby this wasn't the best mix. Also the bed was not very comfortable with a weird combination of ply and mattresses being used. Apart from that however it was good, it had all the facilities and was a very quirky old property. The garden was also great and we enjoyed some wine whilst surrounded by greenery.
Kim N.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for the feedback, we have replaced the mattresses in both bedrooms.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Antoine M.
5 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison très propre et agréable, très bien situee
Maison très agréable, juste dommage que le verger ne soit pas accessible directement de la maison...
Antoine M.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Robyn W.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house in spectacular location
A week at Ken and Sarah's house is a bit like time travel. Located next to the river beneath the ramparts of a medieval town it is surprisingly quiet and cool even in the middle of summer. We particularly enjoyed spending time in the orchard/garden/vineyard. Excellent kitchen and wifi/tv if you prefer to stay in
Robyn W.
Verified review
8/10 Good
Nathalie C.
23 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique emplacement
Le jardin qui se situe à 50 m de la maison est enchanteur et participe pour beaucoup à la réussite du séjour
La maison se situe à 2 pas du joli pont pinard et le long de la rivière, magnifiques vues sur les tours
Deco un peu désuète mais tous les équipements sont présents
Parfait pour 2 ou 3 personnes sinon les rangements risques d être un peu justes
Très bonne communication avec les propriétaires, merci à eux pour le panier d accueil
Nous avons vraiment apprécié ce séjour
Nathalie C.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Blandine
5 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très agréable séjour !
La maison de Sarah est très bien située, sur les rives de l'Armançon au cœur du charmant village de Semur. Tout était très propre et bien aménagé. Sarah nous a réservés un accueil chaleureux.
Blandine
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Martin S.
4 May 2019
Tolle Lage
Toller Ausblick auf Semur. Uriges Ferienhaus.
Martin S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Catherine C.
14 Dec 2018
Fantastic house in a beautiful town
A charming house with a fully equipped kitchen. Walking distance to all kinds of stores and restaurants. Loved the Chromecast on the tv so I could watch Netflix. Bedrooms were very cozy with lovely warm duvets. Can't wait to go back.
Catherine C.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Hannelore K.
21 Aug 2018
Sehr gemütlich und wunderschön gelegen
Das Haus ist sehr gemütlich und schön eingerichtet. Vom ersten Moment an haben wir uns Zuhause gefühlt.Wir waren das 2. Mal in Semur und waren wieder begeistert . Es ist ein tolles Städtchen, mit ausgezeichneten Restaurants, und viel zu sehen. In der Umgebung gibt es Schlösser, Abteien, Wälder usw. In den anderen Bewertungen steht eigentlich schon alles detailliert , deshalb wiederhole ich das jetzt nicht. Den grossen Garten mit den alten Obstbäumen haben wir in diesem sehr heissen Sommer sehr genossen. Es war ein ganz toller Urlaub, bei tollen Gastgebern und wir werden wiederkommen!! Vielen Dank an Sarah und Ken.
Hannelore K.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review
8/10 Good
Ilka H.
28 July 2018
Ein wunderschönes, gemütlich eingerichtetes Haus in großartiger Lage am Fluss mit Postkartenblick!
Tolles Ferienhaus, in dem alle Annehmlichkeiten vorhanden sind. Nicht nur sämtliche Küchenutensilien, Waschmaschine und Trockner, Bügelbrett und jede Menge Reiseinformationen, sondern auch Seife, Salz, Öl, Gewürze, Kaffee, Nudeln usw. und eine Flasche Crémant zur Begrüßung. Besonders schön ist der große Garten mit Blick auf den Fluß Armançon und die mittelalterliche Stadt oben am Berg. Gewöhnungsbedürftig sind nur die Betten, die zwar breit genug für 2 Personen sind, aber in der Mitte eine Kuhle haben, so dass man unweigerlich aufeinanderzurollt . Nicht schön bei großer Hitze. Zu anderen Zeiten als im Sommer aber bestimmt auch ganz gemütlich 😊
In der Umgebung gibt es viele schöne Ausflugsziele: Flayigny sur Ozerain, Alésia, Vézélay, Fontenay, die Seinequelle...Burgund von seiner schönsten Seite...
Ilka H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kelly R.
2 Apr 2018
Fantastic experience in a beautiful location!
This home has all the modern touches with appliances and the fully stocked kitchen equipment , and yet maintains the character of the era by its furnishings and decor. We could not be happier with the experience of staying in this cottage in Semur en Auxois. Walking to the village center each day for coffee was a great experience, and the restaurants were all fantastic. I'm really glad my husband and daughter and I had the chance to enjoy and explore the the Burgundy region with our base home in Semur. I highly recommend this cottage!
Kelly R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
8/10 Good
Sandra H.
12 July 2017
Typisch französisches Haus gemütlich und komfortabel,gut ausgestattet
Direkt am Fuß der Stadt und am Armançon gelegen in einer ruhigen Sackgasse. In der Küche und im übrigen Haus ist alles vorhanden, die Möbel und die Dekoration ist total liebevoll und persönlich gestaltet, man fühlt sich wie zuhause.Parkplatz am Haus war auch kein Problem, die Brücke kann man allerdings nur mit Übung meistern, ein Wohnmobil hätte keine Chance. Wir waren als Paar mit zwei Hunden eine Woche vor Ort und konnten viel unternehmen ( Stadtbummel, Ausflugziele in der nahen Umgebung, tolle Wanderungen). Ich finde allerdings, dass man im Infotext über das Haus erwähnen muss, dass der Garten nicht ans Haus angeschlossen ist. Man muss ca 60 m außen an anderen Häusern vorbei, um durch die erwähnte Garage in den großen Garten zu gelangen. Auch dort ist von Stühlen über Grill und Spielen alles vorhanden, allerdings trägt man natürlich Grillgut, Getränke und Geschirr hin und her. Mit dieser Einschränkung finden wir das Haus aber durchaus empfehlenswert und haben unsere Zeit sehr genossen.
Sandra H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback, and we hope the panoramic tower views from the garden patio made the 60 steps to the garden patio worth the trip. (BTW, a detached garden means no ants in the house!) We have amended the description as you suggested and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you!
About the host
Hosted by Ken and Sarah
We enjoy biking, hiking, gardening, wine tasting, fine dining, learning the French language, and immersing ourselves in the French culture and lifestyle.
We fell in love with Semur-en-Axois and spend as much time as we can there each year refining the property and garden. We also have been making attempts at coaxing some drinkable wine from our small vineyard.
Returning to the same beautiful location during different seasons we have found builds more vivid memories and relationships which nurtures us during our busy city lives in San Francisco the rest of the year.
We also donate a portion of the rental fee to the "Friends of Semur" Association dedicated to historical preservation, restoration, and promotion of local Arts and Culture. We are proud to have been part of the restoration of statuary in the corner niches seen throughout the town.
We fell in love with Semur-en-Axois and spend as much time as we can there each year refining the property and garden. We also have been making attempts at coaxing some drinkable wine from our small vineyard.
Returning to the same beautiful location during different seasons we have found builds more vivid memories and relationships which nurtures us during our busy city lives in San Francisco the rest of the year.
We also donate a portion of the rental fee to the "Friends of Semur" Association dedicated to historical preservation, restoration, and promotion of local Arts and Culture. We are proud to have been part of the restoration of statuary in the corner niches seen throughout the town.
Why they chose this property
We have traveled the world, and when we stumbled upon this hidden treasure of a charming, lively little town, we had to be part of it. It is incredibly peaceful there.
We love harvesting and enjoying the seasonal fruit from the orchard, as we know you will, too.
The town is about an hour east of Paris by nonstop TGV, easy to get to and smack dab in the center of the Burgundy wine and cheese making region.
The house is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac that offers both peaceful tranquility and easy access to the town center.
The entire town is an historic monument status and yet still retains a vibrant local culture with modern amenities and restaurants open all year.
Once you visit this enchanting, tranquil, and friendly town, you will understand how we feel.
We love harvesting and enjoying the seasonal fruit from the orchard, as we know you will, too.
The town is about an hour east of Paris by nonstop TGV, easy to get to and smack dab in the center of the Burgundy wine and cheese making region.
The house is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac that offers both peaceful tranquility and easy access to the town center.
The entire town is an historic monument status and yet still retains a vibrant local culture with modern amenities and restaurants open all year.
Once you visit this enchanting, tranquil, and friendly town, you will understand how we feel.
What makes this property unique
This house has both the feel of a French country farmhouse and pied-a-terre in town. Children's laughter echoes down from the primary school up on the ramparts above, punctuated by lovely birdsong and the busy ducks on the lazy river below.
The views from our property are some of the most photographed scenes in all of Burgundy. The visual beauty is stunning and inexhaustible!
A few steps along the river brings you to our cloistered vineyard, fruit orchard and garden, where you can enjoy quiet meals from our patio with stunning tower views.
During the summer months, there are weekly festivals in town as well as wine events at local wineries in the fall. The town has an historic Italianate Theatre, which hosts musical concerts and other events throughout the year.
The town is well situated for wine and cheese tasting day trips, and there is huge freshwater lake and beach nearby for swimming and boating.
You may want to hang out in the local cafe in town and soak up the ambiance of the local culture, take in a current run film at the local movie theatre, or rent bikes to explore ancient ruins and ride along the famous canals of Burgundy at Motbard. During the summer months, there is even a bike rental shop that will deliver your bike to our doorstep!
The Abby of Fontenay, also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site like the entire town of Semur, is just a 30 minute car ride though the lush, rolling farmlands surrounding the area. There are many nearby historical sites, and points of interest to visit, including the Forges of Buffon, Vezelay Abby, the interactive museum of Alesia, Chateau Neuf, the cave paintings at D'Arcy sur Cure, the wine center of Beaune, the historic city of Dijon, and the village of Flavigny, where the famous anise mints are made and the movie "Chocolat" was filmed.
Whatever your unique taste, this town has much to offer.
The views from our property are some of the most photographed scenes in all of Burgundy. The visual beauty is stunning and inexhaustible!
A few steps along the river brings you to our cloistered vineyard, fruit orchard and garden, where you can enjoy quiet meals from our patio with stunning tower views.
During the summer months, there are weekly festivals in town as well as wine events at local wineries in the fall. The town has an historic Italianate Theatre, which hosts musical concerts and other events throughout the year.
The town is well situated for wine and cheese tasting day trips, and there is huge freshwater lake and beach nearby for swimming and boating.
You may want to hang out in the local cafe in town and soak up the ambiance of the local culture, take in a current run film at the local movie theatre, or rent bikes to explore ancient ruins and ride along the famous canals of Burgundy at Motbard. During the summer months, there is even a bike rental shop that will deliver your bike to our doorstep!
The Abby of Fontenay, also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site like the entire town of Semur, is just a 30 minute car ride though the lush, rolling farmlands surrounding the area. There are many nearby historical sites, and points of interest to visit, including the Forges of Buffon, Vezelay Abby, the interactive museum of Alesia, Chateau Neuf, the cave paintings at D'Arcy sur Cure, the wine center of Beaune, the historic city of Dijon, and the village of Flavigny, where the famous anise mints are made and the movie "Chocolat" was filmed.
Whatever your unique taste, this town has much to offer.
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