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Beautifully restored farmhouse, magnificent views in central Burgundy

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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Epoisses, Cote d'Or
  • Morvan
    16 min drive
  • Pinard Bridge
    17 min drive
  • Abbey of Fontenay
    25 min drive

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The price is €129
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Handcrafted hexagonale tower for 2 with shared pool in Semur en Auxois

About this property

Beautifully restored farmhouse, magnificent views in central Burgundy

Tivauche is a beautifully restored farmhouse which sits on the edge of a sleepy hamlet with fine views over the Auxois countryside. Vast open-plan living area with comfortable armchairs around old stone fireplace, dining area, well equipped kitchen & french doors leading onto the patio & garden. Spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. All linen and towels provided with beds made up. Nearby towns of Epoisses & Semur-en-Auxois provide plenty of choice for bars, restaurants & shops. Superb walking & biking; visits to historical sites (Cistercian Fontenay abbey, Vézelay basilica); Chateaux (Epoisses, Bussy Rabutin, Ancy le Franc); Medieval towns (Flavigny sur Ozerain, Noyers sur Serein) ; Markets (Dijon, Chablis, Avallon, Montbard); Lac du Pont (ideal for watersports); Morvan National Park , Golf & Tennis nearby.
5 hour drive from Calais or Zeebrugge. 1 hour TGV train to Paris or Euro Disney direct.


PREVIOUS GUESTS WROTE.....: For Jane & myself this is our second visit to Tivauche. We believe it is a most beautiful gite in one of the most lovely areas of France. Jane & Alec, California. - We could not have asked for a more beautiful place to stay! All of our day trips have been great - Vezelay was our favourite, but the best part of our trip has been coming 'home' to this amazing gite, sitting outside with a glass of wine, enjoying the beautiful view. Scott & Christine, Georgia. - One of our best holidays ever. We could easily have stayed longer; there is so much to see. Andrew & Susanne, Surrey. - We have rented many gites across France, this being our first visit to Burgundy. Never have we experienced this excellent recipe of luxury, cleanliness and warmth to such an extent. Congratulations to you both. We hope to see you again. Heather & Peter, Devon.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include limo or town car service
  • 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Morvan and 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Semur-en-Auxois Church of Notre Dame
This farm stay offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Corsaint farm stay is smoke free.

Property manager

Bill & Jenny

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and public transport

  • Limo/town car service

Things to do

  • Cycling
  • Golf

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massages

More

  • Books
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stereo

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Chef
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: We welcome up to 2 well behaved dogs, but no cats

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please advise if you need a cot or high chair

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Beautifully restored farmhouse, magnificent views in central Burgundy Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mr
The Farm house was comfortable and well appointed and decorated. It was16 degrees when we arrived and the Owner suggested we use the open fire which was very nice. Eventually we asked them to turn on the heating as the cold persisted. We had a very comfortable stay in an interesting and beautiful part of France. The peace and quiet, apart from the occasional happy dogs, was lovely. Fully recommend the House and the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Deepest Burgundy
A wonderful break in a lovely, well maintained property. We were made to feel very welcome by Bill and Jenny throughout our stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clea P., sydney, australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house with character
Great cottage in a lovely spot. Very peaceful with everything you need. Lovely owners live in adjoining home so are readily on hand if need be and are a wealth of helpful local knowledge.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place in the French countryside
Jenny and Bill really know what they are doing! They have thought of everything to make visitors' stays pleasant and welcome. The place is beautifully set up, with the best equiped kitchen! I mean really! They even have petanque boules to play out front. They provide a comprehensive set of house instructions, and there are lots of brochures and information about the Burgundy region in the house. The back garden is lovely, with a nice covered patio and table for dining al fresco. High recommended!
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

avanti S.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing month's stay in Burgundy- great location and hosts!
We will fondly cherish the time we spent at Bill and Jenny’s in Tivauche. Our goal was to relax and bond as a family, and our time at Chez Higgs helped us do just that. The farmhouse is rustic, homely yet modern and well-appointed for a family. It offers access to incredible natural beauty. We loved the beautiful vistas, sunrises and sunsets that could be enjoyed from the backyard or any of the multiple local trails. It’s conveniently located 15-20 mins from notable towns and landmarks in Burgundy like Semur-en-Auxois, Epoisses, Avallon, Flavigny and many others. Bill and Jenny’s thoughtful hospitality was the icing on the cake. So in a nutshell - we highly recommend a visit to Chez Higgs!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely property
The property was well presented and equipped, and has beautiful views from the rear garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location, wonderful apartment and great hosts
Bill and Jenny’s place was a perfect setting to unwind and enjoy the beautiful countryside. The charming house had everything we could have asked for: comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms, plenty of storage space and the kitchen was very well outfitted. The little hamlet was always quiet and the surrounding fields were perfect for after dinner walks. A couple of nearby towns had all the supplies anyone would need. Bill is a lovely host and shared great information for day trips around the area. This was one of our favorite vacation rentals ever!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L., Mandeville, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous experience!
This is a beautiful property, especially if you enjoy being away from the bustle of the city. Bill and Jenny provide a well equipped and super comfortable gite and couldn't be more accommodating. The weather turned cold for us, and the fireplace was cozy and charming. We hope to return again for a longer stay. There are many attractions close by that we didn't have time to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Month in Burgundy!
We just stayed in this lovely Farmhouse for a month and enjoyed it tremendously! The owners Bill & Jenny are beyond helpful, and the home is very well appointed and welcoming! We visited numerous villages, Chateaus, Abbeys and loved returning to the lovely views from the back yard of this home daily. Highly recommend!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and peaceful
The property is full of character with a beautiful garden and view. The owners are friendly and accommodating It's a great base for exploring the Chablis region of Burgundy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melaina P., Charleston, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Tivauche
Thank you Bill and Jenny for another wonderful stay at Tivauche. We had 19 restful days of sleeping late, eating great food and just chilling out in general, which is what we both needed. Had a delicious lunch at le Medieval in Mont St Jean, and stumbled into l'Auberge du Chateau in Epoisses, what a great place! Visited our usual haunts like le Marrioner, la Mirabelle, and Restaurant les Millesimes in Noyer-sur-Serin, and were please to see les Minimes in Semur has been reopened with gargantuan portions. We highly recommend a stay at Tivauche for anyone traveling to Burgundy!
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carole R., Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness
Très confortable
Très jolie maison de pierre avec terrasse à l’arrière. La maison est bien décorée, équipée et confortable. Nous avons apprécié le feu de foyer durant les jours de pluie. Bill s’est montré très attentionné. Nous suggérons de convenir d’une heure exacte d’arrivée. C’était d’agréable vacance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Country Getaway
We had a relaxing stay here while touring the neighboring small French villages and towns.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

John L., Kingston, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Lovely, Elegant property
This is a beautifully, thoughtfully restored property, decorated and appointed elegantly, with excellent taste, historical perspective and an eye to superior quality. Furniture, finishing, appliances, etc. are all first class and complete. Virtually everything positive in previous reviews is borne out in fact. There is no holiday rental or cottage furnishing feel here. Anyone planning on staying in this part of Burgundy should very seriously consider this. The owners are friendly, helpful and accommodating. In my book, any owners who provide not only a CD selection but one that includes good opera and jazz are a cut above. There is something truly special about being able to sit outside in early evening with a glass of good wine, looking out on to a painter’s landscape with La Traviata playing in the background. We stayed only for a week, but this is a place that one could live in for much, much longer very comfortably and happily. There is not a lot that we might have done differently, or could have done better, were this property our own. The location is quiet, relaxing and good for exploring the less foreign-tourist-frequented parts of Burgundy. (The Cöte d’Or, Dijon and Macon, however, are at least an hour away by autoroute.)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Tivauche
We spent a wonderful 2 weeks in Tivauche. This was our second visit. The cottage is beautiful, and has absolutely everything you could need . It is like someone’s home, not a gite. The new open fire is wonderful and we enjoyed sitting by it everyday. Jenny and Bill are wonderful hosts and go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melaina P., Charleston, SC, USA

Another wonderful stay at Tivauche
This is easily the 6th or 7th time we have stayed at Bill and Jenny’s gite in Tivauche. My husband and I both love it and always feel as if we are coming to our “home away from home”. The farm house is so warm and inviting with spacious, well furnished rooms and beautiful views of the Auxois countryside. The terrace is a great place to relax in the spring and fall overlooking the lush green hills . The house is very clean and immaculately maintained and the surrounding countryside is so picturesque. One of our favorite things to do is to search out yet another charming village where I can dream of owning a wonderful stone house -there are many charming villages so it’s hard to choose a favorite . Semur en Auxois, the medieval walled city 12 km away has about everything one could need and an excellent artisan boulangerie with the most delicious almond croissants ever! Hint: order your almond croissants for pick-up the next morning and they will be freshly baked and still warm when you arrive. Le Marrioner in Buffon overlooking the Burgundy canal and La Mirabelle at the roundabout at St Remy are not to be missed. There are endless sites to see, from Vezelay (Mont St Michelle without water) to Chateauneuf looming ominously on its promontory, the Forge du Buffon to the medieval wine town of Beaune to endless chateaux such as Tanlay or Ancy le Franc, Burgundy has it all! Everyone that we have met and come to know from visiting here for years is friendly and helpful, from the pharmacist in Semur to the florist and especially the boulangerie. We will keep returning to Tivauche to relax, refuel and refresh and hope to stay two weeks in the Spring of 2020. Bill and Jenny and their two lovely daughters whom we have watched grow up are a delightful family, always ready to help with anything but not intrusive. Anyone thinking about a trip to Burgundy would love this gite and the Higgs family. We can’t wait to go back to Tivauche.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marian P.

French Country Living at its Best
FRENCH COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST Bill and Jenny couldn't have done a better job. Perfectly well appointed, cozy. The whole house done in excellent taste- lots of character. All conveniences provided for. We always looked forward to coming home to it at the end of each day. Finally, Bill and Jenny were warm hosts and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

Lovely farmhouse with lots of character
Very relaxing break. Enjoyed the peace and quiet of the farmhouse. Nice region to explore with very quaint villages. Good value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Great stay.
Really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roy O.

Fabulous
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautifully restored property. The surrounding countryside was very peaceful and it was a great location for exploring some of the wonderful wine regions of Beaune, Chablis and Nuit St George. The hosts were very welcoming and knowledgeable about places to visit. The property is beautifully furnished, well equipped and our 2 dogs were made to feel very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Coco R.

An absolute delight in Burgundy!
We visited in early October as a party of 4 with our 4 dogs which were very kindly accommodated! The weather was perfect, the food was fantastic and the wine was even better. The house is absolutely lovely! As a family we have rented a number of properties across France over the years and we were all in agreement that Tivauche is one of our favourites. The property is spacious yet cosy, equipped with everything you could possibly need, and is incredibly peaceful. The location is brilliant for visiting vineyards, markets, beautiful little villages and going walking in the Morvan. We simply cannot fault this place, we loved it! Bill and Jenny are also fantastic at what they do. Despite being just next door they are so incredibly discreet, we barely knew they were there yet when we had a problem with the washing machine Bill was through straight away to fix it. Thank you so much for a brilliant holiday, we all had a lovely time staying in Tivauche!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Care, courtesy communication and character
This is a superb property; it retains a truly French feel with the highest standard of cleanliness and equipment. Everything we needed was there, it all worked perfectly and there was comfortable seating in abundance. Having French and UK channels on the TV is handy as is the ample parking. Access to our various destinations was easy and almost all by beautiful and relatively quiet roads. Finding the property was very easy and the greeting we received was excellent. Bill and Jenny were most helpful with pre-trip communication, directions, introduction to the property and gentle advice and information regarding the area. Walks along the lane which leads out of the village provided magnificent views and a gentle and relaxing start and end to each day. Good shopping and major supermarkets are all available within 10 miles and a small supermarket (now an offshoot of Auchan) is a few miles away. Semur, Flavigny, Alesia, Ancy-Le-Franc, Noyers, Montréal, Chateauneuf-en-Auxios, Bussy-Rabutin and Avallon were favourite visits (there were other villages, towns and chateaux); but the countryside is perhaps the greatest star. A trip to the Morvan is always worth it as is a gentle drive with wanders through the local villages such as Genay, Époisses and Moutiers-St Jean. A fascinating trip is to the Vix Museum in Châtallon-sur-Seine and audio-guide a must. Above them all are Fontenay and Vézelay. We had good weather overall and while this helps any trip, having visited many of the above places before in dull and wet conditions, we can say that they look good then as well! This holiday was as good as it gets and with over 40 such stays in France we are happy to declare the gîte of the very best we have stayed in. Thanks again to Bill, Jenny and the girls for such a lovely place in which to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Milton C.

Superb gite - comfy, well appointed and Bill & Jenny are the best hosts
I would stay again in a heart beat. The gite is lovely - comfy beds, squishy sofas, great location for exploring but totally off the beaten track so peaceful and beautiful
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Jelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasant stay despite bad weather
The house is situated in an agricultural area. The photograph gives the impression that it is a stand alone location, but the house makes part of a series of 3 clustered houses. It is a beautiful, silent area and the only thong you hear are cows or sheep. The house was clean and well equipped and it was a perfect place to stay with two couples ( early seventies ). Unfortunately the weather extremely bad and very wet !! One of the mornings my wife went done to empty the dishwasher, but on the floor was 1 cm. water. The heavy rain found its way into the house through the from door. The carper was soaked and we had job to make it dry. The open fire was lovely, but two days later just before dinner we received a second "gift " from heaven and the fight with water started again. We had help from Jenny ( Bill was om a trip ) and we survived. We think that a drainage pipe before the door is essential. Despite the weather, we had a good time there. Jelle & Margot and Rudolf & Esther.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen K., Essen,Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Idealer Ausgangspunkt, um die Kirchen in Burgund zu besichtigen
Das Objekt ist tatsächlich so wie es beschrieben bzw fotografiert worden ist. Die Heizung fuktioniert! Bill und Jo sprechen englisch, so dass wir uns leicht verständigen konnten. Sie haben uns wertvolle Tipps gegeben. Von der Terrasse/Wohnzimmer hat man einen freien Blick auf das Land. In dem kleinen Dorf gibt es mehrere Hühner und Hähne. Zum Haus gehören drei Schafe und eine Ziege. Wir haben die Kirchen in Avallon, Fontenay, Autun, Montreal, Auxerre, Dijon, Beaune und Vezelay vom Haus aus besichtigt. Man fährt ca. 25 Minuten bis zur Autobahn. Auf der Rückreise haben wir Sens, Troyes und Reims besichtigt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023