Le Rosseau Cottage

Enjoy easy access to the renowned vineyards and rich culture of the Cote d'Or when staying at this 200-year-old French farmhouse in Burgundy on an acre of private grounds near the charming town of Beaune.

You'll feel right at home in the open, light-filled living space with comfortable sofas and a wood-burning fireplace. Five peaceful bedrooms sleep up to 10 guests, while the beautiful terrace with views down the garden has a barbecue, outdoor furnishings and invites true relaxation. The setting is lovely with fruit trees and verdant shrubs dotted across the garden.

A heated pool will draw both kids and adults on warm summery days and there is a charming games barn with table football, ping pong and darts.

You'll be within a short distance to excellent food and wine - the hallmark of Burgundy. The vineyards of Cote d'Or are minutes away, with many more along the Route des Grand Crus with idyllic wine-villages such as Pommard and Meursault. Hiring bikes and cycling through the vineyards is an especially wonderful way to admire the alluring landscapes.

Explore the impressive historic towns of Beaune and Dijon or stay close to home and grab a bite to eat in the centre of the local village, just 1km away.

With a desirable location and charming appeal, it's obvious why this villa in Burgundy has earned an Oliver's Travels recommendation award for two consecutive years.

Features

Cottage Interiors

Ground Floor (split-level)

• Living room leading to kitchen, well-equipped
• Second lounge
• Bedroom with double bed and bathroom
• WC

First Floor

• Bedrooms with double bed (160cm)
• Bedroom with twin beds
• Bedroom with three single beds
• Bedroom with single bed
• Bathroom
• 2 x separate WCs

Outside Grounds

• Heated swimming pool (10x5m, depth: 1-2m) with safety barrier, which will be replaced by a cover. Open approximately mid-May to mid-September
• Courtyard garden
• Al-fresco dining area
• Barbecue
• Barn with table tennis, table football and darts
• Grounds with shrubs, mature trees and fruit trees

Facilities

• Wi-Fi
• Heating
• Fireplace
• TV and DVD player
• Children's toys/games
• Laundry facilities

Location

Le Rosseau Cottage is on the edge of a village, just 14km east of Beaune, the wine-capital of Burgundy. The famous vineyards of the Cote d'Or are a short drive away.

You can reach the centre of the village in about 1km where you will find a bar-restaurant and post office whilst a wide variety of shops and the nearest supermarket can be found in and around Beaune or Seurre, both a 15-minute drive away. Keen golfers will be pleased to know that Golf de Beaune Levernois is also close by.

Beaune, known as the wine-capital of Burgundy, is also famed for its gastronomy with some excellent places to eat in the town itself and surrounding villages. There is also a wonderful market on a Wednesday and Saturday morning which is not to be missed.

The 15th century Hospices de Beaune is one of France's most significant historic buildings and worthy of a visit during your time in Beaune. Also spend time exploring the town's enchanting lanes, charming shops and welcoming wine bars. Relax in the glorious Park Bouzaise and hire boats on the lovely lake in the summer.

The stunning vineyards and wine-villages of the Route des Grands Crus are also close by, perfect to explore by bike or car. Visit idyllic villages such as Pommard, Volnay, Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault, all within around 20-30km. Sample some of the best wines in Burgundy from Cote de Beaune and Cote de Nuits vineyards.

Chagny (30km) is another fantastic village with its three Michelin starred restaurant, Maison Lameloise and another great Farmer's market on a Sunday morning. With the Canal du Centre passing through, it's also a fantastic area for walking and cycling and there are some good fishing spots close by.

Other superb places to visit include the mustard houses of Dijon (45km), the historic town of Autun (63km) and Cluny (90km) with its world-famous abbey, a National Monument of France.

Just over an hour away, the Parc Naturel Regional du Morvan is home to yet more outstanding landscapes ideal for horse-riding, hiking, mountain biking and a range of watersports on the park's lakes and rivers.