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Picturesque. A modern barn conversion, sleeps 5. Stunning views.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 598 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Frôlois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
  • Château de Bussy-Rabutin
    13 min drive
  • Alésia Ruins
    14 min drive
  • Maison des Arts Textiles & du Design
    16 min drive
  • Dijon (DIJ-Dijon - Burgundy)
    73 min drive

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About the area

Frôlois

Located in Frôlois, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Seine and Château de Bussy-Rabutin. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Alésia Ruins and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Maison des Arts Textiles & du Design.

What's nearby

  • Château de Bussy-Rabutin - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Alésia Ruins - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Alesia Museum Park - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Parc de l'Auxois - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Dijon-Prenois - 35 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Thenissey Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Calmagne - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Auberge du Chateau - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪le Flavignus - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪BurgerAlesia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizz'alesia - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Picturesque. A modern barn conversion, sleeps 5. Stunning views.

An authentic barn conversion offering comfort, peace and tranquility in this small village nestling deep in the countryside of the Cote d'Or. Light, bright accommodation furnished to the owners high standards, sleeps up to 5 adults in an elegant double room with ample storage coordinating furniture and an en-suite shower room, a spacious twin room with great views, storage and an en-suite shower room, and a single bedroom with a WC and basin. A staircase leads downstairs to the open plan living area with fully fitted kitchen, dining for 6 and comfortable lounge area with TV and DVD player. 2 sets of French doors open onto a wooden decking terrace with outside dining for 6 and BBQ. The lower garden terrace has sun loungers ready to enjoy the views of the village below. Discover all that Burgundy has to offer with sites and restaurants a short drive away.


There is much to see and do in this part of France. Within 15 minutes drive is the beautiful Flavigny-sur-Ouzerain, the Roman ruins at Alesia and its new visitor centre. The Château of Bussy Rabutin, the source of the Seine river, great for picnics, and Venarey les Laumes for your everyday needs are all close by. Within 30 minutes are Semur en Auxois, Montbard with fabulous swimming pool complex, The Parc d'Auxois (zoo and adventure park) and the 13C world famous Abbaye de Fontenay. Further a field is historic Dijon, Beaune and Nigloland (theme park). Nearly everyday of the week there are local markets, and no visit to Burgundy would be complete without a wine tasting. A perfect base for exploring the region.

The owners offer a shopping service to make your arrival pain free, and home cooked meals are available made to order by the owner. Ask about available choices. Also bespoke menus can be created by prior arrangement for you and your family. If you would like to travel with extended family or friends, have a look at our sister property 1381682 on this website. Or burgundyhideaways.co.uk

Fresh bread is baked daily and available for delivery to the window sill.

Free WiFi for you to use.

The owners live in the house next door, they can provide information on all the local attractions, and arrange private wine tastings nearby.

Our younger guests are just as important to us. To make their stay comfortable we have a lovely cot (and a second travel cot is also available) with a new mattress and pretty linens. We also have a high chair, toddlers chairs, Baby-Dan play pen, changing mat, microwave oven, plastic cups and plates, baby listening monitor, step for bathroom, potties and a selection of toys and books for all ages. Bespoke children's meals can be provided by the owners by prior arrangement. A toddler paddling pool is available for hot days for the terrace area. Please ask if you need other specialized equipment provided.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sharon MEGRET

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1055 sq ft (98 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

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Picturesque. A Modern Barn Conversion Sleeps 5. Stunning Views
Picturesque. A modern barn conversion sleeps 5. Stunning views.

Picturesque. A modern barn conversion, sleeps 5. Stunning views. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 72 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, comfortable, home from home
Such a lovely property. We found it difficult to tear ourselves away from the scenic terrace of this gite. But we did go sightseeing and enjoyed so many historic and interesting places within an hour of home. The owner Sharon lives next door so any issues can be dealt with straight away, although there were none with us. I thoroughly recommend this lovely gite. We'll be back and for longer next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise C.

Beautiful stay!
We had a lovely stay at the Barn. The house is beautiful and perfectly appointed for all your needs. As it was cold outside, we especially loved the wood burning stove! Beautiful walks and countryside in the area. Sharon is so kind and helpful - she even helped us to find what we needed for our Thanksgiving holiday celebration - not so easy to find all the proper ingredients in France - and lent us some additional cookware from her own kitchen. We also loved the bread delivery in the morning, so fun!! I do not hesitate to recommend a stay here, it’s wonderful. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

Peaceful Location
We had a fabulous week in The Barn. It was beautifully decorated and equipped with everything we needed. It was extremely comfortable and lovely to be able to use the garden for meals and relaxing. There is plenty to do in the surrounding area without travelling too far.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

David B., Uk

Fantastic
Lovely property in a lovely setting with lovely hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

Beautiful setting
A very well appointed holiday cottage in a peacefully quiet setting. It has everything needed to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Some really nice little touches added to the property by the owner. Thankfully the beds were great (we suffer with back issues) which was a relief! I would not hesitate to recommend this barn conversion to others.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

Fantastic house and exceptional host
My husband, me and my and in-laws stayed at The Barn for a week and had a great time. Sharon is a lovely host. She lives next door and is warm and generous without ever being intrusive. Her cooking is delicious and a great value so definitely take advantage of her offer to provide meals for your group. She also helped us find a wine for we wanted to go on and was very gracious when I broke a dish. The house is well appointed with everything you could need and a lot of nice-to-haves, like a roll of paper towels, Tupperware for refrigerator leftovers, plastic wrap and foil and hotel-size toiletries in each bathroom. The bed was comfortable and the magical duvet was like sleeping under a cloud. The outdoor space is nice, too. We really enjoyed al fresco dining every night. Ned, their cat, is super friendly and it was the highlight of each day when he came by for a cuddle and to say hi. We had a fantastic time and there is nothing bad to say about the visit, the house, the location or our hosts. We had a wonderful time. One tip to naive travelers like us: there is another Frolois near Nancy. Make sure you don’t buy train tickets to the wrong town like we did!!!! (Go to Frôlois, not Frolois!!!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

sarah G.

Wonderful barn conversion
4 adults had a very relaxing week at the barn, great peaceful location, which was ideal for our two dogs. Sharon is the perfect host always available to help or provide recommendations. Well worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Great barn in a quiet area
Lovely well equipped converted barn, although the only thing missing for us was a dishwasher. Really comfy beds with nice linen and powerful hot showers. Loved the quiet area but a short drive to get supplies and slightly further to the bigger town of Dijon. Sharon is great host with helpful tips, particularly for our running routes! Was a massive help that she did the shopping prior to our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

Better than ALL the Gites I have ever stayed in!
A fabulous house far superior than any Gite I have stayed in before. We were blessed with stunning autumnal weather, contributing to a wonderful stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pete B.

Lovely house tucked away in a beautiful valley
We (2 couples) have just come back from a week's stay, in late September, at the Barn. We used the house as a base to cycle in the region, and the house suited us perfectly. Rides were started from the house (a decent amount of climbing, either leaving or returning), or by driving to a start point. For flatter routes the Canal de Bourgogne was ideal, though we did go further to cycle a loop taking in Noyers and another along the Route du Cremant. It's a great way of seeing the area, roads are virtually empty, the views are great and the wildlife is spectacular! On return to the house each day we had 2 bedrooms, both with en suite facilities, a well appointed kitchen with a great washing machine for all that cycling gear, a decent cooker and a nice place to relax both inside and out. Sharon was very helpful and friendly but unobtrusive, though sadly I never got around to doing the run route she suggested even though it sounded great! I hope that your half marathon goes well!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Raj T.

A haven of peace and comfort in beautiful Burgundy
Travelling in a party of 3 friends we had a wonderful stay at the Barn in Frolois. We were blessed with lovely sunshine throughout our stay which allowed us to enjoy the terrace outside overlooking the glorious countryside. At night all we could hear was the hooting of owls and we even saw a shooting star as we enjoyed a late night glass of wine and star gazing. Sharon has created a real home from home for her visitors with ensuite bathrooms, instant hot water and very comfortable beds. The decor is lovely and very relaxing. The kitchen provides everything you could need and the barbecue outside allows for outdoor cooking. Sharon and her family, who live next door, provide welcome support, always helpful but never intrusive. The meal ordering service is amazing, enabling us to enjoy restaurant quality food without needing to worry about driving home! We arrived to a feast of cold meats and cheeses together with salad, homemade dressing and local mustards which had been left in our fridge. Just what was needed after a long journey. The welcome pack was also lovely with wine,mustard and fantastic homemade plum jam!!!! We had neglected to buy milk on our journey so Sharon provided us with some for our morning cuppa! We also enjoyed Sharon's amazing boeuf bourgignon and ordered her Pavlova twice it was so good! What can be better than enjoying a day out and returning to a lovely meal delivered to you? The morning croissants delivered to our windowsill were also a treat and were enjoyed with the plum jam!! Sharon's advice on local places to visit was excellent; beautiful places without needing to travel too far. We visited Flavigny (where I stocked up on my favourite aniseed sweets), Semur-en Auxois, le Chateau de Bussy-Rabutin and the amazing Abbey of Fontenay. We also enjoyed the market at Chablis and had lunch in the mediaeval town of Noyers. I cannot recommend this property too highly. We enjoyed a fabulous holiday and were very reluctant to leave what felt like our 'home' in a beautiful part of France. Thankyou Sharon and family for making us feel so welcome.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

louisa russell

A very relaxing holiday
Beautiful barn with picture postcard views. A very relaxing holiday. Sharon is s great cook!!! She cooked us delicious dinners when we didn't feel like cooking. A great escape!

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Whaley Bridge, High Peak

Wonderful relaxing place!
We were a family of four staying at 'The Barn''. Oli and Emily aged 9 and 6. It was a lovely relaxing place to stay! It's immaculate throughout. If a younger family was stopping, Sharon has thought of all the small details e.g.. safety catches on fridge, stools for children in the bath room and other handy equipment. Plenty of games and books for them to play with. A big bonus was when the offer of a paddling pool was blown up by Grégoire! Really appreciated! We enjoyed discovering Flagnivy, which we visited a few times. Beautiful village! We went to Abbaye de Fontenay and Dijon, both very interesting.There's a great app for Dijon, that shows you different tours on foot and gives you details at each spot of where you are. We discovered 'The Owl Trail'. The children loved following the brass owl triangles on the floor for the trail! We went to the source of The Seine to discover where the mighty river starts! Which is amazing showing photos of it in Paris to Oli and Em. Nearby Darcy we had a lovely wooded walk and picnic. Went paddling and discovering a cave. The offer of croissants, pain au chocolat and baguettes delivered fresh every morning was a delight! Oli and Em eagerly awaited for the basket on the windowsill! We had freshly baked pizzas baked fresh to order by Sharon when we came back from Dijon, really tasty! Lots of other food was offered. Last but not least, Ned and Noodles!! The lovely kittens that Oli and Emily befriended! Certainly kept them entertained in the garden! They are still mentioned when we came home to the UK! A thoroughly enjoyable stay, so relaxing! Wishing you all the best Sharon and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Glorious!
We loved our stay in the charming Barn in Frolois! The property is even better than described--clean, comfortable, bright and accommodating, with lovely views of the countryside and an adjacent, ancient village to explore. We woke to the sounds of birds and farm animals in the morning. Sharon is a wonderful hostess, providing delicious meals and croissants if requested, as well as useful tips for exploring the area. I was especially grateful for the use of her road atlas, as we ventured out to see the Abbaye de Fontenay, Vezelay, Dijon, Beaune and many other small villages. This is a wonderful part of the world, and the Barn is a perfect place to begin exploring! Merci, Sharon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., New Zealand

Meticulously restored ancient Barn
What a lovely comfortable place. Sharon and her husband Grégoire and the 2 girls welcomed we four from New Zealand,with open arms and could not be more genial hosts.Everything we wished for was there and we really enjoyed our stay.Wandering in the quiet lanes,visiting the city or searching for,and swimming in the local waterways, were all enjoyable.Anyone who stays there must try Sharon's delicious cuisine.When we came home late after a long day in the heat we just had to sit back and it arrived...Boeuf bourgignonne was our choice. You have to see their two kittens...Lucy's babies!!! ......also the many small lizards basking in the heat of the stone cottage. They have 2 other properties nearby and I imagine they will be just as good. We wish the family all the very best and would thoroughly recommend their hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Howard C.

Lovely gite in a lovely location
We had a wonderful stay at The Barn. It has been painstakingly converted into a beautifully-designed, spacious 3-bedroom living area with all the modern amenities you could need. The availability of British satellite TV is quite nice if you want to wind down before bed, and the WiFi works very well both indoors and out in the garden - enough to stream video to a laptop or tablet quite happily, which we plugged into the TV via an HDMI cable. It offers absolutely stunning views of the surrounding fields and valleys in the beautiful Cot d'Or region. Waking up to that, and sitting on the terrace having breakfast whilst taking in these views is quite a treat and an extremely welcome change from the usual busy lifestyle back home in England! At night, there is zero noise and zero light. Perfect for a tranquil night's sleep and a wonderful place for a relaxing retreat in the French countryside. We were blessed with lovely hot weather, and yet the thick walls of the building mean it stays remarkably cool inside. The owners live next door and are extremely helpful. They have a wide knowledge of the area and can always give ideas of things to see and do, as well as help with bookings. There are many beautiful towns, villages, vineyards, and chateaus, and Dijon is always worth a visit for both the historic centre, and the shopping!

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Relaxed, peaceful and remote
Clean and comfortable cottage in a remote area. Everything that you need for peace and quiet with history and Vineyards within a few minutes drive. The views are wonderful. Accommodating owners who were helpful but not intrusive. We stayed for a few days rest on way down to Morzine to ski. Would highly recommend and would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Wonderful!!
We spent Christmas holidays at the barn and absolutely loved it! It is set in a quiet little village which is lovely to walk around and enjoy the local feel but is close enough to many main attractions to easily do little day trips. We have a young daughter and all of the baby equipment was provided right down to the stroller which made packing so much easier. We took full advantage of Sharon's home cooked meals and they were wonderful, especially the local beef bourguignon, yummy home made pizzas and to die for desserts. We also loved the daily fresh out of the oven pastries, still warm, delivered to your windowsill. Sharon and her husband are great hosts, always there to help. There is plenty to do in the area, we particularly enjoyed the inside market in Dijon, the medieval villages of semur en auxois and noyers and the abbey of fontenay is not to be missed. Def plan a visit here, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

The Barn
Enjoyed a great week at the Barn. The hosts were so lovely and very helpful, they even arranged a visit to the local vet for our dogs passport. The Welcome goodies were lovely. The Barn is set in a lovely private garden with great views. We were fortunate to have good weather so took advantage of all the local areas and vineyards to visit. Must see sights to see are Abbey de Fontenay, Flavigny sur Ozerain, Noyers and if you love wine a visit to Beaune, Chablis and Nuit St Georges are a must. The Barn is clean and well equipped for all your needs. Very relaxing break.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Beautiful, stunning and delightful gite
The gite was beautiful and well equipped. We stayed with older parents and teenage daughter so really appreciated the ensuite bathrooms which were modern and clean. The outside decking was delightful as we had amazing weather and enjoyed sitting out overlooking stunning views. Sharon was very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed her home cooked meals and croissants. The location is rural and you do need a car, however this is what makes the gite a delight. We visited Flavigny where they filmed Chocolat. Dijon has a lovely Owl trail walk. Sharon provides excellent information on places to visit which we did; Chablis market, Noyers, Fontennay Abbey, Boussy Chateau and not to be missed a visit to our favourite shop Maison du Monde found in the la toison d'Or shopping centre. Thank you Sharon and family for an enjoyable holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Grace L.

The Barn
We had a wonderful stay! Sharon couldn't have been more helpful, and her catered food when we wanted was out of the world! The Barn was spotless and well equipped for the week. We loved the sheep we saw from the patio... Even a black sheep! It was a relaxing place to come home to after a long day of exploring. Worth every minute !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rudi L., Nederland

Liked: Cleanliness
Mooi uitzicht
Mooi huis met prachtig uitzicht. Volledig omheinde tuin voor de hond. Ontbijtservice en maaltijd service zijn super, vooral omdat er in de directe omgeving geen winkels of bakkers zijn.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place with very nice host
We enjoyed our trip very much. A little bit sleepy small village but that's exactly what we are looking for. Wonderful lodge designed by host. All you need was there and if you need something host Sharon has still a warm welcome
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourgogne Côte-d’Or
Gewandeld in de omgeving, naburige dorpjes bezocht, naar Dijon (ong 45 min) en Beaune gereden. Een auto heb je in deze omgeving wel nodig. Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien. De 2 slaapkamers hebben elk een prima badkamer. (Er is ook een 1p zonder badkamer). Op de aankomstdag genoten van de boeuf Bourguignon gemaakt door de echtgenoot van Sharon. Ook een aantal keren gebruik gemaakt van de ontbijtservice. Om 8 uur stond de tas met bestelde baquettes en croissantjes voor ons klaar, dat scheelde een autoritje naar de bakker. Sharon woont aan de overkant en kan alle vragen beantwoorden. Wij hebben een heerlijke week gehad!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jörn M., Nümbrecht

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein sehr schönes Haus, bei dem nichts fehlt und zudem sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Vermieter.
Sehr gut. Jederzeit wieder
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021