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Stylish living in the village square with a large terrace overlooking the Morvan

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Didier sur Arroux, Frankreich
  • Morvan
    1 min walk
  • Morvan Regional Natural Park
    1 min walk
  • Bibracte
    38 min drive
  • Saint-Yan (SYT-Air'e Business)
    54 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stylish living in the village square with a large terrace overlooking the Morvan

The house was built in 1928 and lies at the edge of the peaceful village square of the small South Burgundy village of Saint-Didier-sur-Arroux, which is located in the Regional Morvan Nature Reserve. The house offers a magnificent view of the undulating pastures in which the white Charolais cattle roam, of the Etang de Bousson and of the southern flanks of the wooded Morvan Mountains.

The annex to the house was in use as a smithy until the sixties of the last century. The village square was then in use to shoe the horses of the farmers and nobilty and to repair farming equipment.

The village has about 250 inhabitants, most of them live on farms in the surrounding area. In the village itself, you will find, aside from our restaurant La Petite Auberge (www.la-petite-auberge.eu) several houses, a post office, the town hall, the school, the church and a flea/antiques market operated by a Dutch couple.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Morvan. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Morvan and Morvan Regional Natural Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Ana-Cristina BAULAN

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 EUR 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.

Property is also known as

Stylish Living Village Square Large Terrace Overlooking Morvan

Stylish living in the village square with a large terrace overlooking the Morvan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tour de France
The property was everything the ad said. Well equipped and stylish furnishing and decor. The village is very quiet - one restaurant and a tea room/brocante. Well located to many places if you have a car. Also good for walks around local lanes and villages.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cymro
Lovely quiet village. Host on hand to give advice and enthuse about local attractions. Ideal for relaxing, reading and short tours. House has all you require with the plus point of no tele! A must visit for all francophiles.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place in the countryside
Very well appointed former forge with beautiful interiors in the middle of a picture-perfect historical village and fantastic views into the surrounding countryside. The area is calm but interesting with great walks and excellent dining options. The nearest city Autun is mere 20 mins away and has a substantial cathedral, museums, lovely ancient streets and even a number of impressive Roman-era buildings. The landlady Ana was very friendly, flexible and open-minded and shared a lot of helpful information on the area. We were happy to meet her and will most certainly book this accommodation again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Kevin & Janie J., We have lived in seven states, presently reside in southern Arizona.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet village setting
We enjoyed our stay in a small village with wonderful views
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

ALFRED M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Very relaxing and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem in a beautiful village
We drove across France for a stay in the Morvan region and arrived tired at the Old Forge having picked up some groceries in Etang sur Arroux on the way. The house and location did not disappoint. Comfortable and well equipped, with the most stunning view of the nearby Lake and surrounding countryside, it was immediately relaxing and we felt very at home. There is plenty to see and do in the area, more than we could possibly fit in to the seven days we were there. I was worried our 11 year old would find it a bit too quiet but he really enjoyed the places we visited, particularly Bibracte, the site of an important Gaullish/Roman settlement which was about 40 mins drive away. He also enjoyed swimming in Lac des Settons and discovering about Romans in Autun! Closer to home, there were lovely walks to be had straight from the door and if course delicious food (and wine). My other half who is a "foodie" had a marvellous time sourcing ingredients to cook at home either in the kitchen or on the splendid bbq. In fact, despite the availability of some reputedly good restsurants nearby, we didn't eat out during our stay. Everyone was very friendly. Anna in particular was a superb hostess, keen to make sure we had a good time and enjoyed ourselves. She succeeded! We had a great time and were a little sad to leave our house on the hill.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A super break
A fabulous holiday away from it all. The location is great for exploring the area and Ana was very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total chill out in a beautiful location
A sleepy location with stunning views - the perfect place to wind down from the presssures of work. The owner Ana was very helpful and was very quick to respond to any queries we had. We happened to arrive as a heatwave hit France so our first week was unbelievably hot! Although there are no shops in the village it is only a ten minute drive to the nearest town Etang sur Arroux where there is a small but perfectly adequate supermarket a pharmacy and a couple of excellent boulangeries. The only reason we would not stay again is because France is so huge we like to try somewhere different each time we visit this beautiful country. Many thanks again to Ana for her help and kindness during our stay. If you have a stressful job and need to unwind or just like the quiet life this property is for you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terence S.

Marvelous!
Great cottage "out in the country," up on a hill with superb views. Anna was a great host, friendly and helpful, who just happened to run the very fine restaurant across the street. We stayed for six nights but could happily have stayed for a month. Ann and Terry.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anne Mette W.

Dejligt hus i hyggelig fransk landsby
Vi havde en fantastisk ferie i Saint Didier. Huset var lige, hvad vi havde ønsket os. Det er indrettet i typisk fransk landstil med en smuk smuk udsigt til det omkring liggende landskab. Vi vandrede, var på vintur og slappede af i den hyggelige landsby. Vores vært Ana-Cristina var utrolig hjælpsom i forhold til vores planlægning af vores ture - og så har hun den mest lækre restaurant i landsbyen, som vi besøgte flere gange under vores ophold.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Turia K.

A hidden gem
The smithy is perfect, Ana has created the ideal home from home in the tranquility of Burgundy. From the thoughtful touches (stair gate for the baby, fresh flowers and beautiful linens), to the delicious food in her neighbouring Auberge, we were able to enjoy every minute of our stay. The pictures don’t do justice to the decor and size of the house. There is plenty of space and the terrace is perfect for dinner in the evening in front of the stunning view. Don’t hesitate to book!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Russell R., Lavenham, Suffolk

French country living in style
We stayed at the Old Forge for three nights and were very satisfied there. The building is old and rustic with the most wonderful views across the Morvan Regional National Park. The birds sing from dawn to dusk and the Charolais herds move about, munching on the lush grass. The cottage is well appointed and styled beautifully in the owner, Anna's, style. Think old French linen, soft lighting, thick rugs to add colour and warmth on colder nights, mirrors, shutters, chandeliers, fresh flowers, oil paintings. Home from home with a twist ..... the cooking facilities are perfectly adequate but just up the road a few yards is Anna's restauarant, La Petite Auberge.Go there and you will be treated to the most exquisite meal prepared from scratch with all things fresh. The cottage sits in the small village square amongst elegant stone houses, small cottages; the village church is further up but well within sight and you'll hear (and get used to very quickly) the bell as it tolls on the hour and half hour. Inside the house itself is the apple-green kitchen with table and chairs, a fridge/freezer, the shower room and separate wc are on the ground floor along with the comfortable lounge. There's no TV, thankfully, just a large squashy sofa and armchair, a log burner for cool nights and soft lighting. Also downstairs is a room with a washing machine and extra seating which can be pulled out and used if necessary. The view from the window is your entertainment ... simply lovely. Up the wooden, steep stairs are two bedrooms, both with views over the sleepy village. Outside there is a parking space or several and a rustic deck with table, chairs, parasol and bbq, plus two deck chairs. Sit there and enjoy a bottle of something fabulous from the Burgundy region and food you bought earlier to cook (there are no shops in the village) on the BBQ. Alternatively, wander up to La Petit Auberge and let Anna and her husband take care of you. Two other plusses .... the fastest internet we've ever known and lashings of hot water. Go .... and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Perfect.
Really enjoyed our 3 week stay. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Delightfully decorated and resourced village house surrounded by glorious French countryside.
House well appointed, terrace perfect for lazing, enjoying the odd glass of wine, hostess who met every request and surpassed all expectations. Plenty to see driving round the local and wider area - chateaux, beautiful villages, abbeys and Roman ruins.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jochen D.

Traumhafte Herbstwoche
Selten hatten wir eine so eine grandiose Unterkunft ! Ein Ort um die Seele baumeln zu lassen, Spaziergänge und Wanderungen vor der Haustür, dazu ein prachtvolles Farbenspiel der herbstlichen Wälder, ein "Indian Summer" für den andere bis nach Nordamerika reisen. Dazu kommt eine herzliche Aufnahme durch die Gastgeber, die nicht nur durch das stilvolle und perfekte Ambiente des Feriendomizils verwöhnen ,sondern durch ihr kleines aber feines Restaurant vor Ort. Kurzum - ein ideale Ort für Burgundreisende.

10/10 Excellent

Ella und Dirk G.

Zum ersten Mal im Burgund…
... und gleich an einem der landschaftlich schönsten Orte. Die alte Schmiede – ein Haus zum Wohlfühlen und Entspannen; die herrlichen Ausblicke von der Terrasse auf die Wiesen mit den Charolais und auf den Mont Beuvray; das hervorragende Restaurant der Vermieter, die Petite Auberge gleich nebenan; und die Ruhe in diesem schönen kleinen Dorf, die auch durch die wenigen Autos und die Traktoren der Bauern nicht gestört wird, da die Straße unterhalb der Terrasse und des Hauses vorbeiführt. Besonders wohl gefühlt haben wir uns in der Dorfgemeinschaft, die sich hier zwischen den Einheimischen, den zugezogenen Holländern und den wenigen Gästen gebildet hat – wir haben unvergessliche Begegnungen gehabt und waren von der Freundlichkeit der Menschen – hier im Dorf wie auch insgesamt im Burgund- mehr als beeindruckt. Autun hat uns sehr gut gefallen, ein schöner Ort mit einem hervorragenden Wochenmarkt und netten Cafés, in denen man sich auch bei größerer Hitze gut aufhalten kann. Und wenn uns dann noch die beiden Hunde der Vermieter bei unseren abendlichen Spaziergängen rund um St. Didier mit seinen vielen herrlichen Ausblicken begleitet haben, dann war alles in Ordnung und wir wollten nicht mehr anderswo sein. Wir freuen uns auf ein Wiedersehen mit Land und Leuten in diesem schönen Ort. Ella und Dirk

10/10 Excellent

Antje H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ambiente mit Charme
Alles Bestens, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jochen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merveilleux
Ein wunderschöner und sehr erholsamer Aufenthalt im Morvan. Alles war genau wie beschrieben. Die freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin hat uns viele Tips für Ausflüge, Einkäufe (Boulangerie in St.-Leger-s-Beauvry!), Restaurants (Auberge de Poil) gegeben. Wir kommen gerne wieder! .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilona B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wieder wunderschön
Das
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very charming house with stunning view on the Morvan
Great stay in Saint-Didier-sur-Arroux in this lovely house. Perfect location for beautiful bike rides and hikes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sef E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rust, gastvrijheid en schoonheid in een oorspronkelijk landschap.
Als je rust zoekt, een prachtig landschap met mooie verstilde dorpjes en een omgeving waarin het ideaal is om te fietsen en te wandelen dan ben je in Saint Didier sur Arroux op de juiste plaats. In de omgeving zijn verder diverse mogelijkheden tot het bezoeken van stedelijk schoon en interessante zaken uit de oudheid. Er zijn voldoende restaurantjes aanwezig waar je tegen redelijke prijzen kunt vertoeven. De eigenaresse wist zich als waardige en aardige gastvrouw gastvrouw te gedragen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
rustig en gezellig
ondanks de dagelijkse onweersbuien, genoten we van de mooie streek en de comfortabele woning
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Himmlische Ruhe und irdische Genüsse
Unser erstes Mal in der Bourgogne war ein voller Erfolg was die Erholung bei gleichzeitig sehr interessanter Umgebung und sprichwörtlich hohem kulinarischen Niveau betrifft. Die alte Schmiede am Dorfplatz und eine sehr nette und zuvorkommende Gastgeberin machten den Urlaub perfekt. Sehr zu empfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothée B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacances au calme
Le Morvan est un endroit calme avec de belles balades à faire. La location Les Forges est une belle demeure avec une hôte accueillante et soucieuse du détail. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour. Dommage que le temps n'était pas avec nous pour pouvoir apprécier encore plus cette région.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willibald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Entspannung
Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung zum Wohlfühlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023