Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available - Semur-en-Auxois

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Semur-En-Auxois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame8 min walk
Pinard Bridge11 min walk
Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois15 min walk

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

River Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Lower en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Upper en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available

~~~ Discounts of 10% - 20% off stays of 4-6 nights, 7-13 nights, and 14 nights or longer incorporated into rates! An additional discount available if booking within 3 weeks of your arrival date ~~~

Come Experience Burgundy! Immerse yourself in the warmth and charm of this beautiful region of France. Our vacation rental is a two-bedroom, three-bathroom house/cottage in the beautiful Medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois, just an hour's train ride from Paris. The house is perfect for a small family or two couples traveling together. It has been recently renovated in a French country style, has spectacular views of the town ramparts, and is located on the north bank of the river Armancon, which winds its way through Semur.

Semur-en-Auxois is simultaneously a modern, thriving community and a friendly, welcoming town steeped in history and culture. The house is located just a few minutes' walk from the center of town, yet its location is also private and tranquil.

The house has two bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms. One bedroom is upstairs, with a stunning view of the ramparts, and one is downstairs at river level, with its own private entrance. The upper bedroom has wood floors, vaulted ceilings, a queen-sized bed, two seating areas, a private bathroom with shower, and a private balcony. The lower bedroom has two twin beds that can be brought together to form a king-sized bed, as well as a private bathroom with a shower. The lower bedroom opens onto the house's patio, giving it the most intimate access to the riverbanks.

Our rental house in Semur is the perfect retreat. Use it as a home base for exploration of the surrounding vineyards, countryside, and historical sights, or just curl up in the salon with a glass of wine and read a book to the sound of the birds and ducks.

We have detailed information and many, many more pictures available at our website (including a virtual tour) -- the link is provided below. Please visit us, and when you make an inquiry, mention that you found us through VRBO. Thank you!

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Property manager

Jerry Simmons

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

2nd BR is on different floor than main BR.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

In this time of the Covid-19 virus we offer full refunds if renters are required to cancel a booking.

In this time of the Covid-19 virus we encourage interested renters to carry travel insurance. as may be appropriate to your circumstances.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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

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

About the area

Semur-en-Auxois

Located in Semur-en-Auxois, this holiday home is on a river. Morvan Regional Natural Park and Morvan reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parc de l'Auxois and Office de Tourisme du Montbardois. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Semur-En-Auxois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

What's nearby

Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame - 8 min walk
Pinard Bridge - 11 min walk
Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois - 15 min walk
Alesia Museum Park - 16 min drive
Abbey of Fontenay - 25 min drive

Getting around

Montbard Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

La Rumeur - 9 min walk
Le Saint Vernier - 7 min walk
Aux Vieux Pavés - 8 min walk
Le Mont Drejet - 9 min walk
Delices de Byzance - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Riverfront House with Views in Charming Medieval Town - Discounts Available located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame, Pinard Bridge and Collégiale Notre-Dame de Semur-en-Auxois. Musée Municipal is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Heidelberg, Allemagne

25 Aug 2018

Charming, cozy property. Wonderful town

The cottage was perfect for unwinding and as a base for exploring the Burgundy region.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tamsyn W.

20 Apr 2018

One of the best places I have stayed

From the moment we saw the town from the bus we knew that we had come to a special place. The house was equally amazing. Its position on the river gave us a wonderful view across to the ramparts and up and down the river and its weeping willow trees, and the only sound was bird song and the quacks of ducks. Outside the garden is made up of different areas, each with somewhere to sit. Inside the house is really comfortable, clean and well maintained, and we particularly enjoyed the wood burner in the kitchen and the basket of food and bottle of wine which was left for us (as well as the well stocked cupboards). We travelled there by train and bus and had fully intended to have days out by bus - but the house and the town and the footpaths round about were so wonderful that we did not leave Semur for the whole week. It is an ancient, unspoilt town, and the countryside and gardens were spilling over with blossom and wild flowers.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

24 Nov 2023

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

Perfect spot

What a lovely little place!! This spot was just perfect for a girls trip getaway. The town is adorable and all the locals were very kind and patient with our poor French. The house itself is soooo cute and cozy with amazing views from each window. Had everything we could have needed. Laundry and dryer all worked great. Hot water and good water pressure. It is a very special place and was perfect for us. I will note, because it wasn’t totally clear to me from the listing, that the bedroom with the twin beds is accessed from the exterior of the house, so you have to use the outside stairs to get to the bedroom from the rest of the house. This wasn’t a problem for us though. We loved our time here!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni N.

26 Sept 2023

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

A magical visit to a storybook village

Our month-long vacation at the Simmons home in Semur-en-Auxois couldn't have been more perfect. The house was so comfortable, the setting by the river so idyllic, the neighbor so friendly, the communication so quick, the welcome basket of goodies so thoughtful. I couldn't give higher praise. You will love your time spent here! Thank you, Simmons (and Jackie!)

Stayed 29 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter S.

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and quiet location

Location right at the riverbank is gorgeous. Dinner right next to the river was very nice. Often sat there until the bats came out. There was a starter pack of groceries waiting for us, which was great. Didn't have to go on a shopping spree on the day of our arrival. The separate downstairs bedroom is not a perfect scenario for a family with smaller kids, since you are quite "detached". But there is a sleeping couch in the living room, so we could stay in the "main house" together. Bathroom and kitchen were well equipped.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jerry Simmons

Jerry and Kathy are natives of San Diego who love to travel. Kathy loves it so much that she was a flight attendant for 33 years! In all their travels, they have never found a place with more warmth and old-world charm than the little town of Semur-en-Auxois in Burgundy. The locals have welcomed them, as they do all their guests, to Semur. Kathy and Jerry (and their son Tim and their daughter, Brooke, who manages the rental) will be thrilled to welcome you to their house.

Why they chose this property

Kathy and Jerry's journey toward their vacation rental can be summed up in one word: serendipity. They happened to find Semur and fell in love with it immediately; they happened to come across a real estate agent who happened to have a spectacular riverfront house available, and the owners happened to be home and were willing to give them a tour. Everyone they met was so helpful and kind, and the house was so special, that Kath & Jer knew they had to make a permanent place there for themselves. Soon afterward, they also realized that Semur is such a hidden treasure that they had to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

There is something magic in the air here. Maybe it's the background soundtrack provided by the birds and the ducks; maybe it's the hourly soft chime of the cathedral or the reflection of the rampart towers in the river; maybe it's the warm, flower-fragrant spring and summer air breezing through the open balcony doors; maybe it's simply the warmth and welcoming nature of the people of Semur. There's something about this house and this place that relaxes the muscles and gently twists the corners of the mouth upward. It's easy to find yourself smiling and sighing happily even though all you've done is sit down in the unique and sunny Salon.

And that's just while you're actually at the house. Semur is in the happy position of being right in the middle of Burgundy wine country: it's almost exactly equidistant from the wine-producing regions of Chablis and Beaune. As for the food, welcome to the heart of gastronomic France, where you can enjoy superb food at a tiny auberge for a few Euros, or a meal of ambrosia at a three-star Michelin restaurant. Add to that historical sites ranging from Roman ruins to chateaux, and Semur is an ideal vacation spot for almost any kind of vacation.

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