Description
Set in a tiny village of pretty stone houses, Petite Pierre is full of character and a wonderful place to spend a relaxing holiday in this rural and beautiful part of Burgundy.
Step inside to appreciate the home’s old-world ambience with ample living space, making it ideal for large families or a gathering of friends. You’ll be made to feel welcome in this homely abode, full of lovely traditional features such as wood beamed ceilings, old fire-places and original flooring plus interesting parts such as the stone spiral staircase leading to some of the rooms; watch out for those low ceilings! Five of the six bedrooms dotted around the house have en-suite bathrooms and offer high levels of comfort alongside authentic charm.
Dining al-fresco for a leisurely lunch or under the starry sky will be one of your memorable experiences here as you admire the lush gardens and remarkable views around you. The inviting swimming pool is perfect for a dip as you relax in the glorious gardens under the shade of the tree or on the roomy lawns. More active guests can play table-tennis whilst those looking to chill-out can find a peaceful spot with a book and a glass of good local wine.
The tiny village is full of charm with inscriptions on the facades of many of the historical houses. Head down to the bottom of valley to visit the old laundry which was still used up until mid 20th century and is now protected as part of the village’s important heritage. Within 5km you can drive to Treigny where you will a restaurant and little supermarket as well as an impressive church or head north to discover Saint-Fargeau with its magnificent castle and Toucy with its picturesque weekly market on a Saturday morning.
Exploring further afield will take you to charming villages and market towns such as Sancerre with its fine wines, Briare on the banks of the Loire or a little further to the famous hilltop town of Vézelay. The spectacular cities of Auxerre, Nevers and Orléans can be visited within a day or you may prefer to spend your time exploring magical castles, discovering idyllic vineyards or taking a boat trip or hiring canoes down the Loire or Yonne rivers.
With hikes, mountain biking and horse-riding nearby, as well as other family activities such as tree-top adventures, lakes and farms, there is a great deal to explore in this tranquil part of Burgundy. /n Security deposit /n €500 paid by bank transfer 6 weeks before arrival or cash on arrival and refunded 14 days after departure, subject to inspection. /n Arrival time /n Between 4.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. unless otherwise agreed. /n Departure time /n 10.00 a.m. /n End of stay cleaning included? /n Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. /n Linen & towels included? /n Yes, excluding pool towels. /n Energy costs included? /n €105/week, to be paid locally in cash. /n Heating costs included? /n €15/day on request. /n Minimum stay /n 7 nights. /n Changeover day /n Saturday in July and August. Flexible during all other periods. /n Pets welcome? /n €50 per booking and by prior arrangement with the owner. /n Smoking Allowed? /n Outside only. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Weddings, stag/hen parties and other celebrations are not permitted. /n Tax /n Mandatory tourist tax of €1,50 pp/pn, to be paid locally upon arrival. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Guests are required to sign an agreement with the owner prior to the arrival. /n Other Ts and Cs /n 1 cot and 1 high chair are provided free of charge. Additional highchairs/cots are available on request at an extra charge of €15,00 per item. /n Pool heating charge? /n No. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. /n Energy costs included? /n Yes. /n Other Ts and Cs /n Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. /n Other Ts and Cs /n The pool is open from May to end of September, subject to weather conditions.
