“After spending three
days in Paris and thinking it doesn’t get any better than
this, we made our way down to Burgundy. Our arrival to this wonderful cottage and the wine
that greeted us sure proved us wrong! We were so impressed
at the work and all the TLC put into this little home.”
Jasmine & Ian Ormsby - AUSTRALIA
“We have had a wonderful week
exploring the Côte D’Or beginning with finding this lovely
little house (...) we have enjoyed eating out in the
courtyard in the cool of the night.”
Lorne & David Calvert - Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
“Thanks to Laura & Franck for the use
of their lovingly restored and tastefully appointed
Maison. We have particularly enjoyed the patio for
breakfast and supper listening to the local noises of a
honking donkey and a neighbourly bird rehearsing the first
few notes of La Marseillaise.”
Norman & Rita Pritchard-Woollett - ENGLAND
“This is the perfect
place to start life as a “Bourguignon”. You leave your other
life behind when you drive to Villers-la-Faye, drive up to
La Maison de la Vieille Vigne, open the blue shutters and
step inside.
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.
Glorious bright colours
on the walls and furnishings, some history in the massive
oak beams, enchanting patio off the bedroom and even with
the ancient history of the place, the hottest, strongest
shower on the planet.”
Eugene Shapiro & Renée Vollens - Sonoma Valley,
California, USA
LE RELAIS DU VIEUX BEAUNE
"We feel we are so privileged to be
the ones inaugurating the “Relais”. The place has made
our trip to Burgundy very comfortable because of its
excellent location and the prolific homework Laura and
Franck have done and arranged for us, and very cozy because
of the personal touch of you Laura and Franck. We hope to
see you more in the future. Shukran (merci)"
Dr. Aaora Toubi, Michel Zaher, Yanal Zaher - Haifa Israel
"We thank you so much for this
wonderful apartment you have---and share with travelers like
us! We arrived very tired and found this to be such a
welcoming “home” with such comfortable beds. We had the best
nights sleep in our week stay. The location could not
be better and finding such a wonderful boulangerie jus steps
from the door was great. We hope to be back to stay in
your apartment where you have though of everything for your
guests’ comfort. The apartment in Paris paled in
comparison to Le Relais du Vieux Beaune, which without a
doubt that was the best part of our trip! It was so
very comfortable and lovely. We hope to be able to come back
again and stay there. For us it was perfect..location...ambience...convenience"
Steven & Carol Kirson - South Carolina, USA
"What a delicious and
delightful week we have had here in Beaune and the
surrounding countryside! The Relais is so conviently located
and so well appointed we hardly needed the rental car.
All of Laura’s recommendations for restaurants have been
excellent. Our first night we went to Le Gourmandin and had
a very seasonal meal prepared with pumpkin sauce. It was so
good that we were just tempted to keep going back night
after night! The Wednesday and especially the Saturday
markets were fabulous and a great place to find a few
delicacies (WONDERFUL cheeses and fruits and olives!) to
enjoy with your wine at Le Relais. May all who read
these words find in Bourgogne the grace, excellence and
hospitality that we have experienced here!"
Toni London and Bruce Batten - Eagle River, Alaska, USA
"You have truly
created an amazing little oasis. Your taste and charm come
through in this lovely apartment. Everything was absolutely
perfect and you have thought of everything anyone could ever
need to appreciate their stay in this beautiful region.
Thank you for everything!"
Mia Norrie, Eleanor Norrie, Brett Norrie - Edmonton,
Alberta, Canada
"We have had a
wonderful three weeks here in Burgundy - the first two in
your gite in Villers-la-Faye and the last here in Beaune. We
would like to thank you and Franck for your wonderful
hospitality and the special Burgundy experiences you have
shown us - particularly the Hospices de Beaune wine tasting.
50 wines tasted in one morning in ancient cellars - this
tested even my stamina! I’m sure we’ll be seeing more
of Burgundy in the future!"
Alex Wilson and Jenny Topfer
- Bogdod, Tasmania, Australia
"The apartment in Paris paled in comparison to Le Relais du Vieux Beaune. Without a doubt that was the best part of our trip!
It was so very comfortable and lovely. We hope to be able to come back again and stay there. For us it was perfect..location...ambience...convenience..."
Carol & Steven Kirson - Bluffton, SC - USA
"Many thanks for providing
hotel standard luxury in relaxing surroundings."
Ann & Peter Youern -
ENGLAND
LA MAISON DES DEUX CLOCHERS
"I just wanted to let you know how
much we enjoyed the house and our stay in Burgundy. I’ve had
a desire for quite a while to stay in France for an extended
period of time (defined in months, not weeks); now I know
where I want that to be. As you’ve discovered, Burgundy is
indeed a special place in a special country.
We’ve been doing self-catering trips
for nearly 20 years now (26 if you count the canal barges),
and your house is the most thoughtfully and thoroughly
equipped that we’ve encountered. The explicit and complete
instructions are wonderful, and I love that you make
recommendations and encourage others to do the same."
Diane & Ken Jacobson - California,
USA
"Thank you for sharing your home with
us. We so enjoyed the beautiful Burgundy area!! Lots of good
wine and food and we really enjoyed the little courtyard for
dinners “al fresco.”
Paul & Kathleen Scoggin - Portland,
Oregon, USA
"A week is not long enough to even
begin to appreciate this beautiful part of France. Thank you
for all of your thoughtful advice and information re: the
special places to visit. The maps and tips regarding the
markets, chateaux, restaurants, and shops were really
appreciated and devoured {…} All in all a simply wonderful
week and a very special time - truly unforgettable.
Kate Greenaway - Johannesberg,
SOUTH AFRICA
"Many thanks for sharing your charming
home with us. We felt welcome from the moment we stepped
inside - and not just for the bottle of delicious wine you
graciously leave for your guests […] This little village and
beautiful countryside was exactly what we needed after a
hectic 18 day bus tour of Europe. We enjoyed afternoon walks
in the vineyards. Also trips to Beaune for market day, Autun
and Chateauneuf en Auxois, Seurre, and Louhans."
Linda & Bob Coates - Victoria BC,
CANADA
"We brought our bikes on the roof rack
and during our stay we cycled through the vineyards and up
and down all them hills. Tommorrow we are going back to
England, browner, slimmer, and fitter than we arrived. What
more could one ask?"
Janine Collins and John Raggett -
Nailsworth, ENGLAND
"When we arrived here, I knew it would
be an enjoyable week. Your home is so inviting and
comfortable […] One day we took the TGV to Paris, what an
adventure! We went to the Museum of Natural History, The
Eiffel Tower & Notre Dame. I also went to the market on
Staurday in Beaune by myself…what a treat! Thank you again."
Doug, Melissa, Emily, & Benjamin
Scaletta - Winter Park, Florida, USA
"Thank you Laura and Franck for
allowing us the opportunity to stay in your beautiful gite.
We loved the picturesque area, and enjoyed some beautiful
walks to the surrounding villages […] We thoroughly enjoyed
all the information on the area you provided, and also
enjoyed the magazines and books and CDs."
Judith & Stewart Bradley - Sunshine
Coast, Queensland, AUSTRALIA
"This has been a perfect holiday -
plenty of rest and relaxation, a beautiful location and
great weather. We have enjoyed long walks to the
neighbouring villages and have appreciated the peace and
tranquility around us. We take back many happy memories of
our week in France. Thank you!"
Jean & Roland Cutts -
Stockton-on-Tees N.E. ENGLAND
"We have had the most wonderful time
in your gite; the best being a part of the village life in
Magny. Lunch at Jacky’s in Villers-la-Faye is superb. Today
we walked to Echevronne and came back through the vineyards
to stop for a beer at Jacky’s and talk about the wine
harvest in progress - it doesn’t get any better than this!
We have seen chateaux at Clos de Vougeout, Citeaux, la
Rochepot, Chateauneuf-en-Auxois, the chateau at Savigny-les-Beaune,
etc. La Maison des Deux Clochers is fabulous."
Fran & Ron Brown - Victoria BC
CANADA
"Location, location, location! Laura
and Franck have done wonderfully. For the last seven days we
have been within an easy 45 minutes or less (often much
less) from hundreds of great tastings, meals and
experiences."
Dean & Julie Penk - Golden Valley,
MN USA
"Your recommendations were right on -
Jacky’s was the best food ever! The local colour at the Café
de France was priceless and the caves at Patriarche awesome.
I can’t even begint o write about your house. I will leave
that to the next visit - and there will be one!"
Ellen, Joe & Yates Wong - NYC, New
York USA
“The country here is really big. Lots
of blue, white & green. I buyt market eggs, carrots, and
steak.”
Yates Wong - 2 years old
"We can only add our thanks to all
those who came before us. The house is ideally located, and
well and thoughtfully equipped. Our days were typically
spent goiong to a market, winetasting, lunch at a restaurant
or a picnic and then dinner in."
Diane & Ken Jacobson - Glen Ellen,
California, USA
LA MAISON DE LA VIEILLE VIGNE