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Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water

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Rix mill by night, your cottage on the left
Rix Mill overlooked by the village hall and the church
Rix mill overlooking the mill stream the lake and the river
Inside Rix mill cottage, the living room
Yves & Christine will welcome you
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rix, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Art and History Romain Rolland6 min drive
  • Popular LocationVezelay Abbey33 min drive
  • Popular LocationMedieval Site of Guedelon43 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Independent Water Mill Cottage in Rix, Burgundy, on 14 acres of meadows & water

Overlooked by an old and typical village of Burgundy, Rix mill offers, for your exclusive benefit, the luxury of 5.5 hectares of meadows and water inviting to wander around, daydream or observe and contemplate the rich nature and wildlife widely present.

A self-contained holiday cottage has been equipped, combining the beautiful architecture of the era (built at the end of the 17th century before the French Revolution) and the comfort and nice decor one's want to find when on holiday. Spacious and bright, the accommodation receives the outdoor light through large windows offering an open view on the mill stream, the village and the river. The main room includes a fitted kitchen and a dining space, a living space (3-seat sofa - which is an extra high-comfort double bed - , television, internet wiring, optic fiber, WiFi and a large range of English, French and German books). An under floor heating system and a charming wood stove guaranty a great comfort, even in winter. The bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower. The double-bed bedroom is installed on the mezzanine overlooking the main room.

Situated in the heart of Burgundy region, within the "Chablis, Sancerre, Beaune vineyards triangle", Rix Mill is part of the 200 inhabitants Rix village, just 3 kms from the medieval town of Clamecy (5000 inhabitants), the famous "Cité des Flotteurs", where all amenities and shops are available, and 2 hours 15 mns drive South from Paris. With a rich history, Burgundy offers a wide variety of tourist attractions and places to visit easily reachable by car from the mill: Vezelay (designated Unesco World Heritage site), Guedelon castle (one-of-a-kind project in the whole world ), Fontenay abbaye, Semur en Auxois, Auxerre, the Morvan massif and its lakes, the "canal du Nivernais", Autun, Bibracte, Alesia...

As an alternative to the car, the surrounding countryside will also invite you to walks, bike rides and boating. Two bicycles (more can be hired in town) are at your disposal on site. Use of an inflatable boat, swimming or fishing are all means of enjoying the 1 km of river. Pétanque, badminton and table tennis can also be practiced onsite and, activities as climbing and micro lighting are available at very short distance.

Your hosts, Yves and Christine, have spent many years as expats in Switzerland and the UK and are bilingual French-English. Their primary wish is to make your stay thoroughly enjoyable, your mood and your pace will be their only guides. They are living in the mill main house.
Whether you are looking for the perfect venue to relax, quietly celebrate, be inspired or the opportunity to discover a number of Burgundy attractions, you'll find Rix Mill is a stunning and unique place.
Rix mill is reachable either by car, train or private plane as there is a public airfield in Rix with a parking space for your plane in a private hangar.

Property manager

Christine Mercier

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Bed, chair and small bath available for a baby

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 582220000001G

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Rix

Located in Rix, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. AB Loisirs and Domaine La Croix Montjoie are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morvan Regional Natural Park and Vauvert Park. Traveling with kids? Consider La Maison du Visiteur and Moulin de Vanneau. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rix, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

What's nearby

  • Museum of Art and History Romain Rolland - 6 min drive
  • Saint-Martin's Collegiate Church - 6 min drive
  • Vezelay Abbey - 33 min drive
  • Chateau de Bazoches - 34 min drive
  • Medieval Site of Guedelon - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Clamecy Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • A Mon Oncle Benjamin - 6 min drive
  • Flunch Clamecy - 6 min drive
  • Café du Commerce - 6 min drive
  • Lepiver - 15 min drive
  • Cafe de France - 5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We loved our stay here. Your stay is in a mill from 1738 that has been renovated in a manner that balances the uniqueness of the old charm and a modern aesthetic. We travelled with our seven year old and he loved it. The property is massive, there are sheep nearby, a spaces for bocce and long walks, a boat to go down the river and a whole number of other options Christine and Yves provide. The hosts Christine and Yves are incredibly friendly and really do a fantastic job making you feel welcomed. Yves suggested that we visit Vezelay which was not on our radar and we could not have been more appreciative to not have missed it. We loved the tranquility of the property for meals surrounded by only the sound of the natural environment and the central location for trips during the day. Definitely one of our favourite places. Don't miss it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nora D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Relaxing
The mill is surrounded by water and trees so, despite the excessive heat during our week's visit, we stayed more comfortable than expected. The owners are both discrete and available if necessary and the location was very good to allow us to see the things we wished to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svenja H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes stilvolles und naturnahes Ambiente
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in Rix sehr genossen, insbesondere die herrliche Natur. Wir erhielten tolle Ausflugstips von Yves und Christine. Leider waren wir nur 3 Tage auf unserer Rückreise dort und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Vielen Dank an die perfekten Gastgeber! Svenja, Uwe & Kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un superbe séjour
Des propriétaires très accueillants, très disponibles et toujours prompts à donner des conseils, une maison très fonctionnelle dans un cadre exceptionnel et la proximité de sites remarquables : Tous les ingrédients étaient réunis Merci encore à Christine et à Yves
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antongiulio M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent séjour
Accueil aimable, endroit de caractère, fort recommandé
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Christine Mercier

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Your hosts, Yves and Christine, have spent many years as expats in Switzerland and the UK and are bilingual French-English. Their primary wish is to make your stay thoroughly enjoyable, your mood and your pace will be their only guides in advising you. They are living in the mill main house. As soon as you book they will send you a PDF document telling you the activities at Rix mill and around.

Why they chose this property

After 21 years expatriation (4 years in Switzerland and 17 years in England), we returned to France and fell in love with Rix Mill. Untouched and uninhabited for some 25 years prior to our purchase, we have enjoyed the combined challenge of restoring what is an historical Mill, pre-dating the French revolution, and introducing a high specification interior with 21st century comfort and the latest in modern communications technology.
This type of site is rare as it combines features that you don't usually find together.The mill is in Rix village, therefore not isolated, while nature and wildlife are at its doorstep. It benefits from sun all day long and offers view on the valley and its wide spaces. Its location makes a lot of interesting towns, including Paris, quickly reachable by car

What makes this property unique

Exclusivity, serenity, conviviality, a unique site and the perfect place to unwind, think, create and discover Burgundy...

Languages:

English, French
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