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Situated in the very uncommercialised Cote d’Or département of Burgundy, La Forge is in a quiet village between Laignes (5 k.) and Chatillon-sur-Seine (12 k.), surrounded by miles of unspoilt open countryside.
As well as forests and rivers in the local area, there is a very pretty LAKE just 15 minutes’ walk from the house. This offers scope for walking, fishing and, in July and August, supervised swimming. There is also a heated swimming pool at Chatillon-sur-Seine.
There is a BAR/RESTAURANT at the lake, with tables outside and an excellent cold buffet in summer. Hot food is also available and the restaurant upstairs has a wonderful view of the lake.
Near the lake is a small sanctuary for mules, donkeys and horses, where HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES can usually be arranged.
There are many good RESTAURANTS nearby: at Laignes (5 k.); Balot (9 k.); several at Chatillon-sur-Seine (12 k.); or a little further afield at Les Riceys (20 k.). Check our book at the house for details. The renowned Bernard LOISEAU Michelin-starred restaurant is at SAULIEU, directly south.
There are two wonderful RENAISSANCE CHATEAUX within ½ hour’s drive. For days out, it’s an easy drive (about 1 – 1½ hours) to DIJON, BEAUNE. Also easy accessible EPOISSES (wonderful cheese ..), SEMUR-EN-AUXOIS; the famous mediaeval town of VEZELAY lies to the west.
It’s also very convenient to take the train from MONTBARD (½ hour drive) to DIJON, BEAUNE or even the TGV train to PARIS (1 hr. 5mins)
There are many early churches in the region, some with 16th century stained glass windows. The beautiful Abbaye de Fontenay is near Montbard. In Chatillon-sur-Seine there’s a small museum of Gallo-Roman artefacts including an amazing bronze vase discovered in the countryside nearby.
Since the house is effectively between Champagne and the wine districts of Burgundy, there are lots of opportunities for CHAMPAGNE and WINE TASTING and many bargains to be had.
The house is part of an old forge, dates from about 1850 and has many original features dating from that period. If you love houses with character this is for you!
GROUND FLOOR
Dining room
- with beamed ceiling and flagstone floor. Big stone Burgundian fireplace with wood burning stove.
Door through to -
Sitting room
- with 3 seater sofa, 3 chairs, open fireplace, T.V. (French channels only), video, DVD, CD, books, maps for local walks, etc.
Bedroom 1
With beamed ceiling and flagstone floor. Queen-size bed. Small open fireplace (not used), built-in wardrobe; hairdryer.
Bathroom 1
with small bath, shower attachment, basin and loo.
Kitchen
With double sink, electric cooker with ceramic hob, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher. Small laundry room with washer/dryer, iron, ironing board.
Garden
Grassed courtyard with sunny terrace, garden furniture including parasol; barbecue.
Barn
Large barn with table tennis table.
Small Orchard
Pretty unkempt at present!
FIRST FLOOR
Stairs from sitting room up to lobby and -
Bedroom 2
- with beamed ceiling and flagstone floor. Big Burgundian fireplace, antique oak wardrobe. Double bed; windows overlooking garden.
En-suite Bathroom 2
- with shower unit (thermostatic shower), basin in fitted vanity unit; loo.
SECOND FLOOR
From lobby, stairs up to -
Bedroom 3: more beams!
Twin beds; free-standing bath in part of the room; basin fitted with vanity unit; loo. Window overlooking garden.
LAC DE MARCENAY
Just 15 minutes’ walk from the house
WHAT WE PROVIDE
All basic equipment such as saucepans, cutlery, glass, crockery etc., iron, ironing board, hairdryer; basic household necessities.
All beds are equipped with mattress protectors, duvets and pillows.
Use of washer/dryer, dishwasher.
Electricity; wood for fires (if needed..).
Cleaning of the house before you arrive.
WHAT YOU PROVIDE
All bed linen and towels, including those for swimming, tea towels etc...
All food and drink, household goods as required. Supermarkets at Laignes and Chatillon-sur-Seine.
Your mobile phone (there is no phone in the house).
Insurance : see Booking Conditions.
HOW TO GET THERE
FLY to PARIS and hire a car : it’s about 3 hours drive.
TRAIN to MONTBARD (VIA PARIS OR LILLE) and hire a car; about half an hour.
CAR : ferry or Eurotunnel to CALAIS. It’s then a very straightforward drive, mostly on autoroute; about 5 hours.
LINKED DEAL WITH PARIS!
You might want to consider a 'two centre' holiday - a bit of city buzz with your countryside break.
If you take the house for a week we also offer the possibility of a consecutive two night stay in our sweet little studio apartment for 2 in Paris at just £55 a night (normal rate £65 a night if rented separately). The studio is in central Paris (the wonderful Marais district) and is only 5 minutes walk from the metro.
Take the house for 2 weeks and the studio's just £50 a night (2 consecutive nights minimum).
For more information on the Paris apartment,
click here.
PRICES
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April/May
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June/July/Aug
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Sept/Oct
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| HOUSE for 1 WEEK (min) |
£300 |
£400 |
£300 |
| per extra day |
£40 |
£50 |
£40 |
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| HOUSE for 1 WEEK PLUS PARIS STUDIO for 2 consecutive nights (min) (£55 per extra night) |
£410 |
£510 |
£410 |
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| HOUSE for 2 WEEKS |
£600 |
£800 |
£600 |
| per extra day |
£40 |
£50 |
£40 |
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| HOUSE for 2 WEEKS PLUS PARIS STUDIO for 2 consecutive nights (min) (£50 per extra night) |
£700 |
£900 |
£700 |
Click here to view booking terms and conditions.
There is a RETURNABLE SECURITY DEPOSIT of £150.
