Location: Villers-la-Faye, Burgundy, France, Europe (Ten Minutes Drive from Beaune, Thirty Minutes South of Dijon)
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 3)
Highlights of La Maison de la Vieille Vigne:
- Peaceful and very quiet village location only 7 minutes from Beaune
- Freshly restored winemaker's cottage dating back to the 1650s
- Queen-sized bed & double pull-out sofa
- Private, enclosed flagstone courtyard attached to the cottage
- Wireless high speed internet included in rental price
- Satellite TV with many English channels (also DVD player and extensive DVD library)
- Washer and dryer
- Cozy wood-burning fireplace
- Fully equipped kitchen including microwave and dishwasher
- High quality bed linens and towels included: beds are made up for your arrival
- Flexible start / end days to stays
- Completely separate and independent: we do not live onsite
- Down the lane from the village bakery!
La Maison de la Vieille Vigne is a fully restored winemaker's cottage nestled in the peaceful winemaking village of Villers-la-Faye, only seven minutes from the stunning medieval town of Beaune.
The cottage is completely independent, private, and newly renovated. We do not live on-site.
It is extremely quiet, as it tucked back in a lane (with ample free parking all around). The village boulangerie is just steps away so you will be assured of a fresh croissants every morning!
La Maison de la Vieille Vigne consists of one bedroom (with a queen-sized bed), one bathroom, and a main room with a fireplace at one end and a fully equipped kitchen at the other. There is also a private attached flagstone courtyard off the bedroom for outdoor meals, relaxing, or BBQ's.
The cottage dates from around 1650 and boasts lovely exposed rock walls and oak beams. It is decorated with a tasteful mix of antiques and new furniture.
There is a brand-new and very comfortable double pull-out couch in this Main Room, as well as a comfy chair for reading by the fireplace.
The cottage is completely equipped with everything you need to enjoy your stay in Burgundy, including high quality bed linens (beds are made up for your arrival), binders full of local information and tips, towels, and a bottle of local wine to welcome you.
While the village is calm and set in the spectacular undulating vineyards of the Hautes-Cotes, it is very central.
Beaune - the beautiful and dynamic medieval town that is the centre of winemaking in the area - is only a seven minute drive away. The fascinating city of Dijon is thirty minutes North.
All of the prestigious wine-making villages of the Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune such as Pommard, Volnay, Meursault, and Gevrey-Chambertin, to name just a few are, are literally on your doorstep.
We will of course negotiate lower prices for long-term stays. Please don't hesitate to contact us for additional information and photos. A Bientot!
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A few words from our guest book;
"I could not have imagined a more picturesque house in a more charming village."
Graham and Chelsi Meyerson, Brooklyn, New York, USA
*****
"...Gloriously hot weather, fantastic meals and wine, scenic drives in the countryside, and especially being able to come home to this special place."
Helen & David Gurofsky, Toronto, CANADA
*****
"It is our third time we've rented a house in France and compared to the others La Vieille Vigne is terrifically appointed."
Mark & Sue, Sydney, AUSTRALIA
*****
"You know Franck and Laura by the warmth, charm, and good taste you walk into. It's a heartfelt embrace after the trials and tribulations of the road. The area was spectacular, the food (and wine!) sublime, and basically all we can think about now is when we can come back!"
Eugene & Renee Shapiro, Kenwood, California, USA
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: The washer is inside the cottage for your exclusive use
- Dryer: The dryer is inside the unit for your exclusive use
- Linens Provided: High quality matresses and linens - bed made up for your arrival
- Wood Fireplace: This newly installed and very heat efficient "insert" fireplace warms up the entire cottage.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Brand new and very high end mattress and bedspring.
- Convertible Bed: Sofa in living room converts to comfortable double bed. Linens supplied.
- Crib: Available upon request, free of charge.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Over 100 channels, many of them English, including BBC and CNN.
- DVD
- Video Library: We leave many English DVDs at the cottage for your enjoyment.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: We leave some French CD's to get you in the mood!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Our fully equipped kitchen has brand new appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything for the gourmet chef!
- Refrigerator: Includes a separate freezer compartment above.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Great for a BBQ in your private courtyard on warm evenings.
- Deck/Patio: A private flagstoned courtyard off your bedroom where you can eat a meal alfresco or enjoy a glass of wine in the evening.
- Communications
- Telephone: This is a completely unblocked line. Plus answering machine.
- Broadband Internet: Unlimited use is included in your rental price
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Unlimited use is included in your rental price.
- Other Amenities
- DVD/VCR, winemaker neighbours!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: We have three young daughters of our own and welcome childen. A high chair, crib & bedding, and selction of age-appropriate DVDs are available free of charge on request.
- Smoking Not Allowed: A no-smoking home. No exceptions.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Winetasting, Gastronomy, Walking, Chateaux visits, "boules" or "petanque"
Rate Details (In Euros)
Weekly Rate:
Low Season : Nov 1 - March 31 = 500 Euros a week
High Season : April 1 - Oct 31 = 600 Euros a week
Cleaning fee of 40 Euros to be left at house upon departure.
Payment By Personal Cheques for Euros, US Dollars, & Canadian Dollars.
Payment Via Banker's Draft for UK Clients.
*We can accept payment by PayPal*
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
We are a French - Canadian couple who met and fell in love in Burgundy. I am from Victoria, BC, Canada and came to Beaune on a Rotary exchange when I was 18. During that year I met and fell madly in love with Franck, a native Burgundian from the village of Villers-la-Faye where La Maison de la Vieille Vigne is located.
That was 18 years ago and now we have three lovely Franco-Canadian daughters, four vacation rentals in and around Beaune, and a very trans-atlantic lifestyle! Our rentals and free activity-planning service allow you to live in Burgundy like a local. We love helping our guests discover authentic France.
Why the Owner Chose Villers-la-Faye
We had our eye on this cottage for several years, thinking it would make the perfect vacation rental in Burgundy. Not only was it an ancient restored winemaker's cottage, but it was tucked away in a little lane in the oldest part of the village, yet just steps from endless walks through the local vineyards.
Franck finally managed to negotiate a private purchase through his "village" connections and in 2005 we completely renovated the cottage, then furnished it with a brand new kitchen, a divinely comfortable queen-sized bed and double pull-out sofa bed, and some lovely antiques. La Maison de la Vieille Vigne has been "home" in Burgundy for many thrilled guests, from Australian newlyweds on their honeymoon to a Canadian poet taking a three month writing retreat. We have many repeat guests that come back year after year!
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Villers-la-Faye, where the cottage is located and where Franck is from, is off the tourist track yet only 7 minutes from Beaune. Some of the world's most prestigious winemaking villages - Pommard, Meursault, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Vosne-Romanee to name just a few are literally on your doorstep.
In Villers-la-Faye real French people live, work, and make wine (there are several winemakers in the village, just steps from the cottage). La Maison de la Vieille Vigne has everything you need to sit back, relax and experience what authentic life in France is all about, from one week to several months.
We provide you with local information and insider insights you couldn't find anywhere else to help you make the most of your Burgundian escape.
Property Photos
- La Maison de la Vieille Vigne - Villers-la-Faye, Burgundy, France Cottage Rental
- The main room with the kitchen on one end and the living area on the other - Villers-la-Faye, Burgundy, France Cottage Rental
- Enjoy a glass of wine on the private courtyard off the bedroom - Villers-la-Faye, Burgundy, France Cottage Rental
- The sitting area with comfy seating, satellite TV, DVD, and fireplace
- The country - style kitchen even has racks to store your locally bought wine!
- The fully equipped kitchen complete with dishwasher, microwave, pots & pans
- Interior of Main Room
- The bedroom has a queen-sized bed and french doors out to the private courtyard
- Lots of cupboard space in bedroom and even a safe for your passports
- Bedroom (queen-sized) with bathroom off
- The spacious bathroom is equipped with a washer and dryer
- Enjoy our brand new bathroom complete with shower and towel heater
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