La Demeure de l'Apothicaire

A unique & literally exceptional address! Spacious, charming gîte nestled in a magnificent late 11th-century medieval residence with a pleasant, intimate walled garden - officially listed since 2000 as the oldest dated house in France (1091)! - nestled in the heart of the world-renowned abbey town of Cluny. Ideally located in the heart of the Mâconnais vineyards, on the Romanesque churches circuit, the voie verte, the GTM (Grand Tour du Massif sud Bourgogne) mountain bike itinerary & the wine route. In the heart of the Tournugeois-Clunisois (a "Pays d'Art & d'Histoire" label), at the crossroads of the Mâconnais & Charolais-Brionnais (a "Pays d'Art & d'Histoire" label), these splendid territories boast a unique heritage and sumptuously preserved landscapes between beautiful green valleys covered in meadows, wooded hills, hedged farmlands, vast forests and vineyard slopes. An ideal location for exploring the whole of southern Burgundy: 24 km from the famous Roche de Solutré, classified as a "Grand Site de France", 26 km from Mâcon, 35 km from Tournus, 36 km from Charolles, 49 km from Chalon-sur-Saône and 50 km from Paray-le-Monial (& its illustrious basilica). The unique privilege of staying in the "spiritual heart of medieval Europe" in France's oldest residence! A magical, unforgettable experience for all history and heritage lovers!

Retired Architecte des Bâtiments de France, researcher and specialist in medieval architecture, and author of reference works on Cluny, Jean-Denis welcomes you to his magnificent, carefully restored medieval residence, steeped in history and dating from the end of the 11th century. This exceptional property has been officially listed since 2000 as the oldest dated house in France (1091)! Ultra-privileged location: right in the center of the famous abbey town (awarded the rare and prestigious "European Heritage" label), on the edge of a quiet street and very close to shops and services. One of the most beautiful pearls of Burgundy, the spiritual heart of medieval Europe with its priceless historical heritage, nestled in a splendidly preserved natural and rural setting. Very comfortable Holiday cottage. Ultra spacious and cosy. Enormous charm and character. Warm cachet combining "bourgeois" spirit (16th to 19th century furniture), baroque ambiance and particularly meticulous heritage renovation (beams, stained glass, window frames, 17th century floor tiles...). You'll enjoy a pleasant, intimate enclosed garden with trees and shrubs, nestled in a peaceful setting at the rear of the house (lit at night / accessible until 10:30pm).
Composition : Totally independent Holiday cottage on the 2nd floor of the owner's house. Wifi access. Gas heating. Living/kitchen/lounge (2x190cm rapido sofa bed), 2 bedrooms (2x190cm beds in each), dressing room, bathroom (shower/wc). 800m² enclosed garden (shared with owner). Easy on-site public parking lot. Closed bicycle shed. Local shops and services. Mâcon Loché TGV train station 23 km. Bicycles available (free of charge).