Rustic gite in the heart of idyllic Burgundy

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Moulin de Lhomont
Moulin de LhomontFront of the MillThe dining roomThe master bedroomThe lounge
Part of the terraceSunset from the balconyThe local filtered swimming lake (15mins away)The Mill in winterThe vines of the legendary Montrachet

Located in Europe > France > Burgundy

Rate per Week From To
£550.0007 Jan 2012 25 Feb 2012
£750.0026 Feb 2012 28 Apr 2012
£950.0028 Apr 2012 30 Jun 2012
£1300.0030 Jun 2012 01 Sep 2012
£950.0001 Sep 2012 29 Sep 2012
£750.0029 Sep 2012 27 Oct 2012
£600.0027 Oct 2012 20 Dec 2012
£1300.0020 Dec 2012 06 Jan 2013
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The Mill
• The Moulin de Lhomont is a restored, rustic watermill situated in the heart of the Bresse region in Southern Burgundy peacefully set between the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of the stunning Jura region on the one side and one of the powerhouses of French winemaking, Burgundy’s Côte D’Or, on the other.

• Tastefully decorated to a high standard the Mill can comfortably accommodate groups of up to 8 in spacious bedrooms with a modern kitchen, underfloor heating, exposed stone work, wood burning fire, outdoor terrace with table for 10, pizza oven and barbecue, balcony overlooking a gently flowing river and many original features from its prior working day as a flour mill.

• The Mill itself and its location provides a peaceful base from which to explore the Burgundy wine regions & Jura Mountain regions as well as cities such as Lyon, Dijon and Geneva, all in all offering a multitude of outdoor activities, restaurants, vineyards, chateaux, markets and sites of religious and historical interest.

The Locality
• The nearby village of Montpont-en-Bresse (2mins by car) supplies basic provisions such as bakery, butcher, pharmacy, bar and bank whilst slightly further a field is Louhans (10mins) with its 157 boutiques housed in 15th century buildings and famous agricultural market, or the hypermarkets and bustling city atmosphere of Chalon-Sur-Saône and Macôn (both 40mins).

The Region
• Burgundy is primarily known as a land of fine food and wines but has so much more to offer visitors. The lush regional parks of the Morvan forests and the lakes and waterfalls of the Jura mountains, its canals and cycleways, its exceptional Roman and medieval heritage....they all help create a relaxing and stress free holiday.

The Wine
• Burgundy’s wine region, arguably one of the most influential in the world, stretches south from Dijon towards Lyon taking in the many wine making villages of the Côte D’Or, Côte Chalonnaise, Côte Maconnaise and Beaujolais wines. All the villages, as well as many of the chateaux themselves, are easily accessible by car or by local expert led wine tours. For wine lovers a trip to Burgundy would not be the same without a visit to Chablis, Meursault, Vosne-Romanée, Corton or the Montrachet villages or a trip following one of the three local wine routes, Routes des Grand Cru, Route des Grands Vins de Bourgogne or the Routes des vins Maconnais-Beaujolais.

The Food
• Matching the Bourgogne passion for wines is its passion for fine gastronomy, with Burgundy carrying more Michelin starred restaurants than any other region. Within 40kms of the Mill you’ll find seven different Michelin starred restaurants (one of which is a three star) and countless local restaurants all serving their interpretations of the local Poulet de Bresse, Charolais beef, escargots or Mont D’Or cheese as well as the ubiquitous Coq au Vin and Boeuf Bourguignon. If simply eating the local food is not enough there are also a variety of cookery schools to refine your skills.

The Weather
• Summer - Burgundy usually has warm or hot summers with a continental feel to them without some of the searing high temperatures of the south of France although there were some 30+'s sneaking in throughout 2006. Generally the summer months are warm and dry, with rainfall averaging 6 cm per month in July and August.
• Spring / Autumn - A pleasant amount of sun with some scattered showers (8cm average rainfall) and temperatures in the mid 20's.

Some of the quotes from our guestbook

May 08 - "You've made it very easy to stay here - felt at home immediately. Everything so spacious and comfortable. We usually had our main meal at lunch whilst out and we quickly found there was no better place to have a light supper than the terrace watching the sun set! We will recommend the house to any of our American friends who yearn for real French country life but with all the luxuries. With luck, we will be back" Chris/Linda - California

Sept 08 - "Thank you so much for the great accommodation!" Kevin (and fellow cyclists) - Vancouver

Oct 08 - "We had wonderful weather in October and enjoyed being able to have a fire in the evening. My sister said Burgundy was the one place she would return to in France! Thanks for your wonderful organisation. We really enjoyed our stay in the mill." Di - Brisbane

"Thank you so much for letting us stay, it was so lovely, I am in love with the place! It really is beautiful. I went and sat in the field with a drink for a good hour and a half, just looking back at the mill and it was just so calm and quiet." Claire - Reading UK.

"Moulin de Lhomont is even better than the photographs! Very comfortable and well equipped for a holiday. Love the fact that it is delightfully rural yet within easy reach of lots of interesting places to visit. Look forward to longer stay to sample more local restaurants tho' supper on the balcony watching the sunset will take some beating as a venue! Beaune is beautiful. You have created a great holiday home - a short visit this time but I will be back soon!" Fran - East Grinstead, UK.

"First visit to Burgundy - what a wonderful place it is - had such a good time. The Moulin de Lhmont is beautiful, so well equipped, gorgeous decor, luxurious bedlinen/towels. Highlights - Herisson Falls in Jura Mountains, loved Tournus, Chalon sur Saone, market at Louhans. After 2 weeks of 'chilling' now ready to face 'everyday life'. Thanks Trish for making us so welcome." Sally & Peter -Battle, UK.

"Our first time visiting Burgundy and loved it! Loved exploring farms and hamlets, watching various things being harvested. Created our own local walks, explored the Jura and Maconnais wine area but liked being local the best. A perfect location." Dick/Hilary - Boston, USA & Martin/Rosemary - Norfolk, UK

"Fantastic 2 weeks. Idyllic setting - wonderful soft furnishings & rustic fittings. BBQ & pizza oven worked a treat. Enjoyed watching wild life from the balcony with a glass (or two) of Burgundy!!" George/Andy & Dan/Amy - Stratford on Avon, UK

"We know Burgundy but our first time to SE area - What a delight it has been. Enjoyed this fine house. Explored pretty villages and found excellent food. Pride of place must go to the Creuze in Tournus for a fantastic Sunday lunch. Sunday food market in Chalon was excellent. I hope to return to this most peaceful house and continue my exploration of this unique and beautiful area." Peter/Lisa - Herts, UK

"We have arrived back safe & sound from our second stop in Bordeaux. We much preferred Burgundy, due in no small part to the accommodation. You have a delightful property and we could well come back again soon with some friends who are into fine wine as well." Glen & Bogunia - Bedford, UK

Features / Facilities

Pool: No Pool Garden: Private Garden
Sleeps: 8 Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2 Disabled Friendly: Please Enquire
Elderly Friendly: Please Enquire Holiday Type: Countryside
Local Facilities: Activities • Within 15mins drive from the Mill is a filtered swimming lake and activity centre offering fishing, boating, outdoor table tennis & table football, trim trails, volleyball, skateboard / rollerblade park and a shop & cafe. • Local mar

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Owners Name: Trish Purnell
Owners Phone Number: 441480811266
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