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Relax in this fabulous farmhouse in the heart of Burgundy, the home of wine
the courtyard is the perfect place for dining
Join us at 'la ferme de la Lochere' in the rolling Burgundy countryside
The trickling stream of La Lochere runs alongside the property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12420 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Marigny-Le-Cahouët, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
  • Parc de l'Auxois
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Alesia Museum Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Alésia Ruins
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

babies and toddlers

3 Cribs

Blue Room ground floor level en suite

1 King Bed

Mauve room ensuite with shower and bath

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

The grey room en suite

1 King Bed

The Pink room en suite

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

The red and gold room en suite

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

blue room ground level bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

grey room en suite

Toilet · Shower only

mauve room en suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

pink room en suite

Toilet · Shower only

red room en suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse

Beautiful Burgundy
Explore the Delights of this Extrodinary Region of France whilst relaxing in our Newly Renovated 420m² Farmhouse.

La Cote D'Or - The Golden Coast, Kingdom of the Dukes of Burgundy - A patchwork of Landscapes, Valleys, Rivers, Canals & Vineyards.

Situated in the heart of Burgundy, where magnificent Vineyards and Majestic Towns surround you, this spacious property is ideally placed within easy reach of these famous attractions, rich in French History and tradition.

Access could not be easier, only 15 mins from the Motorway A6, exit Bierre les Semur. 1hr from Paris, and the airports, 2 hrs from Lille, fantastic as a base if you want to do a long weekend to London whilst you are relaxing in Burgundy!! The owner commutes several times a month via Lille and it only takes 5hrs! Fantastic!
Marigny le Cahouet where the property can be found is a charming typical sleepy French Village, with a Bar, Bread Shop, Provisions Shop, small traditional school, Marie & Post Office.

Meandering its way along is the stunning Burgundy Canal, ever changing with the seasons, it is just lovely to jog, stroll, cycle or cruise the waterways taking in the magnificent scenery. Stunning at all times of year, with Summer sun blazing across the forests, and the Fall leaves that glow with glorious fiery reds and oranges. The owners have more than enough experience to take you cruising as part of your holiday, as both of them have worked for a considerable tile on the Burgundy Canals as a Chef & Pilot for an American Company featured in the New York Times.

Just 10 mins away is the Medieval Town of Semur en Auxois, uncontested, one of the most picturesque towns in France today. The majority of this historical town remains intact and throughout the year events are taking place, which involves the participation of the entire population. IA site definitely NOT to miss! Medieval dress, fireworks nocturnal tours with lanterns,weeklong festivals, fairs, are just a few events taking place.

All modern amenities are available here. Banks, Supermarkets, Restaurants, Doctors, Garages, etc.
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain is also close by, where the famous film, 'Chocolat,' was filmed. A gorgeous village on top of a hill surrounded by walls. Well worth a visit.

Alesia, the famous site where Caesar and the Gaul, Vercingetorix fought their bloody battle is a must for all budding young warriors who want to re-enact one of Frances most famous Legends!

Just a little further a field the famous Wines of Burgundy can be found. Its celebrated Crus are around every corner!
We can arrange private visits.

La Ferme de La Lochere is situated next to a trickling stream, which bares the same name. With a view overlooking its famous medieval bridge, and rolling countryside to the top of the valley. It's a glorious way to meet the day.

This renovated, and lovingly restored 200 year old property was once part of the Chateau de Marigny, just a stones throw away surrounded by its moat ans still lived in by private owners.

The owners have used their 17 years of experience in restoring old buildings to provide you with a spacious and comfortable setting to enjoy your holiday. Giving you all the conveniences of modern living whilst preciously guarding the heart and character of this gorgeous building with its arched windows and pigeon towers.

When you arrive at, 'La Ferme de la Lochere,' you will immediately notice the vast doors of which there are three. Handmade in oak by local craftsman they stretch upwards of 3m high by 4m wide, they cast brilliant sunlight into the ground floor which is just over 200m², paved in flagstones, with a majestic stone staircase sweeping up to the 1st floor.

The entrance hall is spacious and rises up to the eves, which is lit by 2 impressive Moroccan Lanterns over 1m tall.

Following through past the stone staircase, which is situated on your left, you will be taken round, and into the vast sitting room with its handsome fireplace and large, really squishy sofas, heaven at all times of year!
There is a very practical hand carved oak table big enough to seat all guests and children.
Again there are 3 Morrocan Lanterns to bath the whole area in soft coloured light rising to the roof.
The kitchen is extremely well equipped, as the owner is a professional Chef, (she is available for cooking demonstrations and can provide meals, - she link to website for details). Full of everything you will ever need with a professional cooker for those who wish to practise being the next Gordon Ramsey or Jamie Oliver!
From the sitting room, dining room you will be led out through the arched oak doors into a flowering garden. Stylish garden furniture, BBQ and children's play area are provided.
The 1st of 5 bedrooms can be found on the Ground Floor, 30m² in size with its own bathroom. For those not wishes to climb stairs it's ideal! Tastefully furnished light and airy is the aim for this and all the other bedrooms, which are the same size and bigger!
Going up to the 2nd floor will lead you to a large mezzanine area, which we can adapt to sleep 2 children by prior arrangement.
To the right are 2 bedrooms leading off the mezzanine. Both with bathrooms and lots of space.
The 3rd & 4th bedrooms can be found to the left of the mezzanine.
A small walkway will take you down to the gallery looking over the sitting room, dining room and the bedroom doors lead off to the right and left of that.
Both bedrooms are large and can sleep up to 3 people, (family room), + cots
The bathrooms are spacious, and the one to the right has a bath as well as a shower.
Coming back to the ground floor and turning in the opposite direction to the sitting room, a passageway will take you to the 2nd garden, where the heated pool is to be found.
Compliant with all French Pool Regulations and surrounded by a natural stone wall, it's the perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine!


Keywords: Fabulous Farmhouse

Property manager

Katherine Frelon is an Chef, Author and Founder of La Ferme de la Lochere

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We welcome children but damage must be paid for
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No wild parties!!!
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Pets

No pets allowed
We will except guide dogs of course
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside Only
Please don't let your children draw on our walls and furniture. Tell us about any accidents so we can fix them for incoming clients ASAP
NO bikes to be kept in the house. There is a private courtyard for this purpose
Please respect departure times and house rule book for leaving the property.

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No wild parties!!!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marigny-le-Cahouet

Located in Marigny-le-Cahouet, this holiday home is in a rural area. Alésia Ruins and Pinard Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Morvan Regional Natural Park and Morvan. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marigny-Le-Cahouët, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

What's nearby

  • Parc de l'Auxois - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Alesia Museum Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Alésia Ruins - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame - 13 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Montbard Les Laumes-Alesia Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Carnyx - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪L'Ami Temps - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪le Flavignus - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Macarena - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lesprit - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nr SEMUR en AUXOIS Experience the Delights of this Fabulous Farmhouse located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Parc de l'Auxois, Alesia Museum Park and Maison des Arts Textiles & du Design. Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois and Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pearl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Holiday

Fantastic holiday home, Katherine is a brilliant host, did everything she could to make our stay amazing. Shame that the village Bakery and Bar/Cafe is now permanently closed. We had a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

The house exceeded our expectations! Idyllic location, very peaceful, beautifully decorated and well kitted out, can’t fault anything! Any issues we had were sorted out very promptly. Both Katherine and Yannick were wonderful hosts and the gifts of bread, croissants & tomatoes were delicious and very much enjoyed. Lots of lovely places to visit & good restaurants a short drive away. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philippe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belle demeure

Propre spacieux confortable bien équipée décorée avec goût
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natacha B., Suisse

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique demeure entièrement équipée TOP

Belle propriété chambres incroyables avec chacune sa salle de bains privées et super infrastructure. Accueil chaleureux. Bref séjour reposant sportif avec vélo pour ceux qui le souhaitent et découverte des magnifiques villages et marchés aux environs
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfection

Proprieté superbe , aménagée avec beaucoup de gout et très fonctionnelle .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W., Stone Mountain, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house and hostess!

This house far exceeded our hopes and dreams for an amazing place to use as a home base during our trip to the Bourgogne area. It’s upscale farmhouse chic but super cozy and comfortable. Each bedroom has an en-suite bath. The kitchen is a cook’s paradise, the outdoor space is gorgeous and the surrounding area is a step back in time and history. Katherine is an amazing, fun hostess and we can’t wait to stay at her house again and take cooking classes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un havre de paix...

Tout a été parfait ! La maison de Catherine est un vrai lieu de détente en famille et/ou amis. C'est une maison dont les pièces sont très spacieuses, très bien aménagées, décorées avec harmonie et beaucoup de goûts. Un équipement optimal. Une douceur de vivre rarement trouvée dans d'autres maisons. Notre hôtesse Catherine est pétrie d'une gentillesse et d'une prévenance sans égal faisant preuve d'une totale discrétion tout en étant présente en cas de sollicitation. Ses adorables attentions gustatives ont ravi la famille. Il faut découvrir la Ferme de la Lochére qui un lieu particulièrement ressourçant. Courrez-y !!! Merci à vous Catherine pour la belle personne que vous êtes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Ferme de la Lochere

Katherine and Yannick are excellent hosts; most welcoming. She has an enviable energetic personality; so passionate for produce, food, family and friendship that it's instantaneously infectious. Upon arrival the exterior is strikingly beautiful and homely but reflective still of what this former building was with its overly large doorway and cavernous entrance hall; which is breathtaking. Off the entrance hall is the magnificent main living area. Spacious, luxurious, whilst practical, homely and so comfortable. Kitchen is a cook's delight with absolutely every implement that you'd need for any kind of cooking. So well set out and perfect for a cooking / dining experience with the fabulous oak table to sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Also on the ground floor is the first beautiful bedroom with it's own private entrance. On the upper floor are the remaining four bedrooms which are all so spacious and beautifully decorated; all with superb ensuites. The landing provides an elevated quiet space for reflection. There are oak beams throughout which add so much character and style. The flagstone floor is amazing as are the archway doors leading to the private courtyard where we dined in the tranquil surroundings under the stars. The stone fireplace on the living area would be wonderful on a cold evening. As if the above wasn't enough we walked down the hallway to the pool courtyard which was devine in the seering heat of 40 degrees this week. The welcome pack was far more than we expected and the complimentary miel/ honey was as wonderful as was the wine. Bikes are available for hire to take either a gentle stroll along the canal side or a more energetic ride around the glorious countryside. In addition helmets, water bottles, and even children's trailers are available; all of which we took advantage of. We were a family of 11 including 5 children under 4 and this wonderful home was just perfect. In addition to the above there were all the really thoughtful extras like plenty of informative books for both adults and children, games and toys, candles, sound system, oh the list goes on. Fair to say you'd need for nothing as they have thought of everything! I saw an earlier review which was pretty damming and negative and I just didn't get it. Leaving a place as you found it should be a given unless of course you leave in a heap to begin with! We give this an 11 out of 10! Would go back in a heartbeat and would highly reco
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jean Jacques S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

superbes

Ce sont des inoubliables vacances que nous avons passé dans la vaste et très confortable maison de Kathryn. Tout nickel. Et d’un côté une vraie piscine et de l’autre une cours fleurie et emménagée avec fauteuils , chaises et tables . En plus les environs se révèlent très beaux, entre le canal « les valseuses «  et un château incroyable. Et un village sympathique.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sibylle B.

Gross, schön und super sauber

Schöner gemütlicher Garten, sehr grosses schönes Haus, bestens eingerichtet, es fehlte an nichts. Nur der Kühlschrank war viel zu laut. Die Schlafzimmer sind super schön und gross, wir fühlten uns wie im 5-Sterne Hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Iris S.

Wunderschön!!!

Ein außergewöhnlich tolles Ferienhaus an dem wirklich nichts zu mäkeln ist. Egal ob: Ausstattung der Küche, Sauberkeit, Gestaltung der Zimmer, Außenbereich mit genügend Sitzplätzen, Pool, Freundlichkeit der Gastgeberin, idyllisches Dorf, herrliche Landschaft, schöne und interessante Ausflugsmöglichkeiten für alle Interessen. Wir waren bisher fünfmal mit unseren Freunden im Burgund und fanden alle, es war einfach wunderschön. Vielen Dank
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

belle maison - renovée avec beaucoup de goût

We spent a wonderful week With the whole family in this House, felt very welcome and hope to come back again next year. thank you Katherine
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renate K.

Traumhaft

Katherine und ihre Tochter Matilda haben uns einen unserer schönsten Urlaube beschert. Wir waren von der ersten Stunde an glücklich. Das Haus ist luxeriös ausgestattet und trotzdem sehr gemütlich. Der Pool absolut ausreichend und die Bourgogne mit ihren vielen schönen Orten und Städtchen so einladend und interessant. Katherine und liebe Matilda - wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Amazing!!!

11 Girlfriends from Bloomington, Indiana, for a week. A wonderful, wonderful trip. Gracious accommodations...comfortable, spacious and well appointed. And the owner is at least as fabulous! She made us feel at home and was such a fun and helpful hostess. I want to go back right now!Go! You'll be forever sorry if you don't!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ty T.

Terrific site for 50th college reunion

We joined other couples for a reunion of our undergrad days together. The Farmhouse was the perfect spot to meet and relax in the quaint setting of the French countryside. The owner and hostess, Katherine was helpful and friendly. We enthusiastically recommend this place for any group looking for first class accommodations in a friendly atmosphere.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nancy T.

Great week in Burgundy!

The house is lovely and spacious. The kitchen is a cooks dream. The owner, Katherine , was delightful to work with very helpful & accommodating. Lots of activities to visit & most require driving, which is very common for those of you that travel to the French countryside. Katherine provides good quality bikes for guests that prefer to roam around the village. All and all, it was a very delightful & restful week in Burgundy. Don't confuse this with property with a hotel. No one is going to wait on you & pick up after you on a daily basis. It's a house, which is exactly what we wanted! Lastly, Katherine is an amazing chef & I learned quite a bit from the two incredible meals she prepared for us. Enjoy!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Absolutely Lovely Home in Burgundy

One of my hobbies is to search for the perfect vacation home to accommodate a group of our friends . In the past 15 years we have rented homes throughout the U.S. and Europe, and La Ferme de la Lochere was by far the best. Every word of Katherine's detailed house description is true. There were 8 of us longtime friends traveling together, and this is the first home I have ever encountered, that has 5 equal king bedrooms along with 5 equal ensuite bathrooms. The common living area is very large and open. The house has a professional kitchen, with sharp knifes and every tool, dish and pan needed to turn market day treasures into tasty meals. Katherine and family live in the adjoining property, across a yard and pool. She was available to answer any questions, but never popped in without being asked. By prior arrangement, Katherine cooked the first evening meal for us. I am a good home cook with some experience in catering, and I can say without qualm that Katherine's food is among the best I have ever had. We enjoyed the first night so much, we asked her to do 2 additional meals later in the week. We were very lucky that she was available with such short notice. We loved the close proximity of the house to the Burgundy Canal . Our group took several walks along the canal, which has an adjacent path for walkers and bikers. The scenery there was beautiful, with lush green rolling hills and fields of yellow flowers. La Ferme de la Lochere was well located for Burgundian field trips. Among our favorite were the Abbey Fontenay,the interactive museum at the site of the battle of Alesia, and the lunch at Katherine's charming brother's restaurant in Chateauneuf. Dijon was a surprisingly beautiful city, not touristy, with a lovely square and many restaurants for a nice lunch. One of our group is a serious wine collector and enjoyed the local vineyard Vignoble de Flavigny, and also the many tasting opportunities along Route des Grandes Crus just north of Beaune. I highly recommend La Ferme de la Lochere for couples traveling together or for a family vacation. It is a surprisingly good value for such a large, beautifully decorated home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

susan H.

Great House!

Staying in Katherine's beautiful Burgundy farmhouse was such a treat. There were 8 of us and there was so much room in the house to spread out. The bedrooms are all great along with the spacious baths. The kitchen was outstanding. You can see Katherine's influence as a chef. We asked her to prepare a light meal one evening and it was great. Although the village is small and a little remote it is in a beautiful area with a castle right next door. It was central to all the beautiful towns of Burgundy. We so enjoyed our drinks at the one local bar that Katherine directed us to by the canal. The owner is indeed a different fellow but so enjoyable! Our only negative comment would be that you share the pool with the owner and sometimes we were unable to use it as their children were there. I know they would have left had we asked but we never felt like that was the right thing to do. This is a fun house for a large group!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Hilarie M.

hard work for a vacation

We stayed here hoping for a relaxing vacation within reasonably short driving distance of villages where we could have a meal or a drink. But while this village is pretty, it is very remote so you must plan in advance to drive some distance to do anything. In addition, staying here is a lot of work. The owner has many rules about cleaning and disposing of trash vs recycling which are surprisingly difficult and time consuming to follow. When you leave you must also do all your dishes and strip your beds, which considering the price, is not something you would expect to be doing on your vacation. Remember to supply your own toilet paper, soap and swimming towels.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Burgundy delight!

La Ferme de la Lochère VRBO #142031 6 Rue de la Lochere Marigny le Cahouet France 21150 Katherine’s five bedroom en suite country estate provides a most comfortable home from which to explore Burgundy. Our group of young seniors enjoyed Katherine’s culinary treats for 5 nights including one of her special menus including terrific wine selections. We shopped for and prepared the other two evening meals. Some of us jumped in the pool after a day of visiting the beautiful countryside. Beaune is a 65-70 minute trip south while Dijon is a bit closer, 35-45 minutes. Better yet are the visits to the beautiful villages of Vezelay, Chateauneuf, Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, Noyers and Semur-en-Brionnais. Enjoy the cuisine at L’Oree du bois in Chateauneuf, the restaurant of Katherine’s brother Stephen. Driving through the villages is exciting since the roads were designed for horse and carriage. Burgundy is beautiful! Katherine only makes it better. Truly a terrific vacation home. Bill & Gail, New Jersey, September, 2014
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

TRULY THE BEST OF BURGUNDY

After an exhaustive search of available properties in Burgundy, suitable for 4 couples traveling together, all wishing to have their own en-suite bedrooms/bathrooms, to be within walking distance of a patisserie for the mandatory morning croissant, and to be within easy driving distance of Dijon, Beaune and regional sights, we booked this truly fabulous farmhouse. We were not disappointed! Each and every requirement on our “wish list” for the perfect rental was not only met, but exceeded our expectations. This old farmhouse was wonderfully, carefully and exquisitely restored to the highest standards of comfort, convenience and luxury. The rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished. The professional kitchen begs to be used for preparing simple breakfasts and Burgundian dinners. The close proximity to a myriad of regional attractions made our daily outings easy on our drivers. We ran out of time before we ran out of places to visit: e.g., beautiful Semur-en-Auxois, a short 10-minute drive; Dijon and Beaune, 45 minutes away; Fonteney Abbey, followed by wine tasting at Vignoble de Flavigny-Alesia – perfect day! Don’t miss the Sunday lunch at the Grange in Flavigny (where the movie ‘Chocolate’ was filmed). The gastronomic highlight of our stay was the fabulous dinner prepared by the homeowner, Katherine (with the help of her sweet daughter!) – the best meal of our entire trip! Katherine was so helpful in planning our visit and always available during our stay. We have rented other homes in France and Italy, and this was, by far, the best!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Burgundy's BEST

We have rented many properties in France and Italy but this "Fabulous Farmhouse" was truly fabulous. We were three couples from the US enjoying a spring week in Burgundy and found that this home was a perfect location for seeing the Burgundy sites. Returning home from markets each day to the fully equiped kitchen made our evenings on the patio magical. The descriptions and photos do not completely illustrate how clean, convenient and well appointed we found the home. Each morning a short walk to the bakery for coissants and bread was a treat. Our favorite day was the walk along the nearby Burgundy canal with a picnic lunch alongside. Owners were delightful and very helpful with travel suggestions. We were six adults, but there was so much room and privacy that there was room for more. Can't wait to go back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

50th Celebration Rocks!

My wife & I are U.S. expats living in Paris and we recently celebrated my wifes's 50th birthday at the Fabulous Farmhouse with friends. This place is perfect for a celebration! We had friends come from Paris & London and they all raved about the place. Catherine cooked the first 2 nights & she is a magnificant cook & host. The FF is located 5 minutes walk from the burgundy canal where everyone ran or biked every day - there is a dirt path along the entire canal. We even biked to other local towns along the canal for beers. The kitchen is tops - there is nothing you will need if you want to cook yourself and the grill was used almost every day. The bedrooms are almost all identical so no need to fight over them - very roomy with comfortable beds and new bathrooms. Catherines' husband Yannick took great care of us ensuring that the pool was always ready for use, the lounge chairs had their cushions, etc. Everyone went home knowing the the bar has been raised for 50th celebrations.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

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Beautiful Home and Location

Our family included 6 adults and 2 children, ages 3 and 1, and the house was quite spacious for us all. The tiny road outside was great for small children to walk and play with supervision--they loved the little stream! The owners were very nice and accomodating. Katherine made us a wonderful dinner one night and made us a reservation on our last night at a 3-star Michelin restaurant that certainly gave us an incredible ending for our trip. She also arranged a babysitter for us. The many villages surrounding the area are all very picturesque and fun to visit while you're there. One word of caution might be to be sure to arrive early enough to go back out to the store for privisions as they all close by 7:15 p.m. (don't forget toilet paper and soap!).
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

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A fabulous family holiday

We have just returned from a Christmas family retreat at La Ferme and we had a wonderful time. We were six adults and six children ranging from 2 - 9 years of age, and the spacious farmhouse easily accommodated all of us, without us in any way feeling squashed in - even in the middle of a very cold winter when we did spend quite a lot of time inside. The house is on a very quiet road in a quiet and picturesque village, so we felt free to let the older kids roam a bit - and play boat races in the stream outside. For anyone concerned about whether the house is safe for younger children, we had a 2 y.o. and had no issues. The only possible area of disquiet could be very little children climbing through the bars on the staircase, because it would be a long drop to the floor below, but otherwise the house is very safe and kid-friendly (as are the owners). I can state categorically that the property is exactly as beautiful as it is described here. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The best part was that the kitchen really is fabulously stocked - every possible appliance and SHARP knives - very unusual for even a high end vacation rental, so you really can prepare all the fabulous meals you have been dreaming of. The only real downside to our stay was that the central heating cut off quite a few times in the first few days - not something that you want to have happen in the middle of winter. To their immense credit, despite being away, the owners did make sure someone was there to fix it, even to the point of having them turn up three times on Christmas Day. Last point - it may be an hour from Paris on the TGV, but if you are driving, it's 3+ hours on the motorway. In hindsight, it's probably better and easier to take the TGV and rent the car from the train station.

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Frelon is an Chef, Author and Founder of La Ferme de la Lochere

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Since before I can remember I dreamt of creating beautiful homes and inviting others to enjoy them and to share my love of France. Having spent my childhood years on holidays in the South, taking in the taste, smell and colours of all the produce in the markets, (but to young to enjoy the wine!), it influenced my decision to leave England when I was just 22 and set out on an adventure that I would not come back from. 'Le Four a Pain,' was my first project.
Building and restoring, ‘Le Four a Pain,’ whetted my appetite for repeating similar projects in different areas of France, and finally come to rest in Burgundy where I had been working as a successful Chef for the American/French Barging Company.
I founded ‘La Ferme de la Lochere,’ a place where finally i could mix home and xpanding family with running the new business of Specialised Gastronomic Vacations, private Gites, Bed & Breakfast & Wedding Planner.
I still commute from the local train station on the TGV to Lille and then Lille to London on Eurostar regularly as I have a very successful company as a chef for private clients.
It's been such a success that I have been included in the BBC Good Food magazine, provided Special Occasion Recipes in the newspapers, and was paramount in setting up the ready made farm meals for my local farm shop, who have since gone on to win many awards & been featured in Country Living. I have recently appeared on televison touring Chablis market and am releasing my 1st Cookery book 'Shop. Cook. Eat' in the Fall of 2014

Why they chose this property

This property offers the perfect meeting point for many families and friends to gather, whilst providing lots of space for all members of the group to have their own private time. The countryside offers a diverse introduction to rural France, encompasses historic towns and vibrabnt markets. La Ferme de la Lochere is perfectly situated just off the main freeway with quick and easy access to Paris and Lyon. It is in the heart of Burgundy with Chablis to the North and the Cote de Nuit and Beaun to the South.
It offers peace and tranquility, a hospitable hostess who can also provide local knowledge as well as delicious meals and tips on what best to do. She is happy to help with train links to your to and from the property

How we can help!
Pick up from Paris or Lyon Airports or City Centres
Pick up from Montbard train station Please provide Flight Info, Terminal, Arrival time, Number of guests
OR Train Number and carriage, Arrival time, Number of guests
OR Hotel including address

Drop off in Paris or Lyon Airports or City Centres
Drop off in Montbard train station
Please provide Flight Info, Terminal, Departure time, Number of guests
OR Train Number and carriage, Departure time, Number of guests
OR Hotel including address
If you wish to arrange for Airport transfers it will be based on the whole group arriving and departing together
For individual return trips to the airport or station a separate quote can be given
Cost will be dependant on number of guests, times, pick up and drop off points
Rental Ideas
A 9 seater bus can be available - cost 750€ for the week, plus fuel
9 seater with driver is 450€pd
A driver plus 12 seater bus can be arranged for a days touring at 950€
Bus and driver for the entire week including airport pick up and drop off is available
approx 4000€ - Booking is essential
Maid Service
If you wish to have daily maid service this can be arranged
Must be booked as soon as possible

What makes this property unique

How we can help!
Daily Catering and grocery supplies
In house catering, grocery shopping,
Private Wine-Tasting
With a Wine expert who demystifies the appellation of Burgundy’s fine and varied wines
In-House Cooking - If you feel like a night off from the kitchen sink
Croissant making with Katherine!
Hands-On Cookery Experience
Market Visits
Sunday Morning farmers market in local town of Semur and/or wine tasting in Flavigny with lunch OPTION in Spring and summer
Guided visit of Flavigny sur Ozerain including a wine tasting at the local vineyard and a visit of the Anis sweet factory in English
Sunday Morning – Chablis
A vibrate and exciting Sunday market where you can mingle with the locals and haggle with the market vendors for your crust of bread! Great Cafes and Bistros.
Followed by a wine tasting before a Bistro lunch at Cafe des Grand Cru
Tuesday mornings – Dijon A truly colourful experience
NEW for 2020 - Mushroom visit
This fabulous visit is with my mushroom supplier from Dijon market
NEW 2020 - FULL DAY Wine tasting in Northern Burgundy, including Chablis
Half Day Wine Tasting in Chablis with Picnic (weather dependant)
NEW 2020 - FULL DAY in Beaune, guided visit of Hospice de Beaune, visit of the town, bistro lunch, guided visit of the Fallot Mustard factory
FULL DAY in Cote de Nuits & Cote de Beaune
A really fantastic opportunity to explore with a very knowledgeably guide the complex region of one of the most famous wines in France.
NEW 2020 Wine tasting lunch in Domaine Senard - Followed by a visit to Beaune and the Hospice de Beaune
NEW 2020 - Abbaye de Fontenay - guided visit in English
NEW 2020 - Golf at Chateau de Chailly with wine tasting and lunch
Spa Day at Michelin starred Bernard Loiseau in Saulieu
NEW 2020 - Hot Air Ballooning with France Ballooning
Any restaurant reservations during your stay

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