8/10 Good
Julie L.
Jul 24, 2018
Lovely cottage in the heart of Burgundy
My friend and I passed a truly lovely three nights in Christian's Ecutigny cottage in late June 2018. The cottage is impossible to miss, being just off of the main road through town. Communication with Christian prior to and during our stay was great. Even though the weather was warm, the thick stone walls kept the cottage cool during the day. As we (sadly) left, Christian recommended that we stop to look at Chateau de Chateauneuf on our way to Paris and we're so glad that we did. It was a highlight of our time in Burgundy. I have no qualms about recommending the cottage in Ecutigny and would happily return for a longer stay!
PROs:
Wonderful, friendly, welcoming host
Excellent location convenient to Beaune and the delights of Burgundy
Quiet rural town setting with the countryside mere steps away
Cozy and quaint interior made us feel at home
Comfortable beds with plenty of bedding & pillows
Gorgeous exterior bursting with flowers and plants (late June)
All the amenities needed by self-catering travelers (mini fridge, cooktop, washing machine, WiFi, parking, plentiful maps & local guides)
Friendly local cat to greet us at the end of a long day sightseeing
Interior stayed cool during the heat of the day
Two full bathrooms (though only one shower was working - not a big deal for us)
Lots of room to spread out and not step on each others toes
CONS:
The one bathroom I used was built under the eaves, so it was a bit cramped for my 5'10" frame. Not a huge deal, just a minor annoyance.
The other bathroom's door is a barn door that was difficult to close & open.
The electricity is a bit tricky, with some switches needing to be turned on in order for other outlets to work. Again, not a huge deal once you know what powers which switches, so pay close attention to Christian when he walks you through at check-in.
The upstairs bonus area with 2-3 beds is somewhat unfinished but looked liveable - I'd suggest bringing slippers for walking around if you're planning to use that space.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay and regretted not being able to stay longer.