The Little Barn
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Overview
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This delightful converted barn offers comfort and tranquillity in the small village of Frolois, in the heart of the Côte d’Or countryside making it a perfect base for discovering Burgundy.
The Little Barn is a light, bright property over two levels, which has been renovated and furnished to the owner’s high standards with plenty of personal and homely touches.
Outside there is wooden decking terrace with dining for 6 and a barbecue as well as a lower garden terrace with sun loungers from where you can enjoy the views of the village below and the peace and quiet of village life, interrupted only by the occasional car or tractor passing the house.
The friendly owners live discretely in the house next door and are nearly always available to assist in providing information on all the local attractions and arrange private wine tastings nearby. They can also arrange extra services such as a shopping service to make your arrival pain free, fresh bread and pastry delivery as well as home-cooked meals and bespoke menus (please enquire regarding details and prices for additional services).
The Little Barn is a perfect base for exploring the region: this beautiful part of Burgundy has several historical sites, stunning landscapes, lively local markets and of course, wine tasting opportunities all just a short drive away.
What you should know…
- Thinking of holidaying with friends or another family? The charming owners’ other properties, The Little House (1km) and The Little Bakery (600m) are each about a ten to twenty-minute walk away.
- If planning to arrive by train, there are fast services from Paris to Montbard, taking just over an hour. Pick up a hire car in Montbard and The Little Barn is just half an hour away.
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Villa Interior (sleeps 5 adults)
Ground floor
- Open plan living area
- Fully fitted kitchen (hob, oven, microwave, cooker, coffee machine, fridge, freezer, washing machine, portable fan) with patio doors and terrace
- Open plan dining area with a table for 6 people, patio doors and terrace
- Lounge area with Flat screen TV (UK Free Sat channels), DVD player, portable fan, patio doors and terrace.
First Floor
- 1 Double bedroom (bed size: 160cm x 200cm) with en suite shower room, hairdryer, portable fan and views across the valley.
- 1 Twin bedroom (bed size: 90cm x 200cm) with en suite shower room and portable fan
- 1 Single bedroom (bed size: 80cm x 190cm) with own WC, portable fan and basin across the hall
Outside Grounds
- Garden terrace with sun lounges
- Wood decked terrace with gas BBQ
- Covered alfresco dining area with parasol
- Green views across the valley
- Parking space for two cars in the driveway
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Heating (radiators)
- BBQ
- Complimentary bath products
- Hairdryer
- DVD library
- UK TV
- Toys
- Books
- Sun lounges and parasol
- 1 baby cot and 1 travel cot provided
Location
About the surrounding area of The Little BarnThere is much to see and do in this part of France. Within a 15-minute drive are the beautiful Flavigny-sur-Ouzerain, the Roman ruins at Alesia and its new visitor centre.
The Château of Bussy Rabutin, the source of the Seine river, great for picnics, and Venarey les Laumes for your everyday needs are all close by.
Within a 30-minute drive are Semur en Auxois, Montbard with its fabulous swimming pool complex, The Parc d'Auxois (zoo and adventure park) and the 13th Century world famous Abbaye de Fontenay.
Further a-field are historic Dijon, Beaune and Nigloland (theme park). Nearly every day of the week there are local markets, and no visit to Burgundy would be complete without a wine tasting.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Geneva Airport
(240km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Gare des Laumes - Alésia
(15km) |
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| Nearest Village |
(500m) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
(10-15 minute drive ) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Bakery in Darcey
(6km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Venarey les Laumes
(17km ) |
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| Nearest Town |
Venarey Les Laumes
(17km) |
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| Nearest City |
Dijon
(50km ) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Darcey
(5km ) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf De Venarey Les Laumes
(17km) |
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Region
Renowned throughout the world for its venerable wines, Burgundy is an essential destination for those who appreciate the finer aspects of the winemaker’s art. This is a region where you can visit some of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in the world and taste wines that are regularly regarded as the best France has to offer (which is saying something). As one of the richest regions of France for hundreds of years, Burgundy also offers a wealth of history and culture as well as beautiful landscapes that offer the adventurous visitor plenty of stuff to do, even if it’s just a walk to admire the scenery. If you’re booking one of our fantastic villas and chateaux in Burgundy, you’ll want to read this fantastic Burgundy travel guide to find all the best things to do, see, eat and drink.
Kids
Best Suited For: All Ages- 1 cot with mattress and linens (a second travel cot is also available)
- 1 high chair
- toddlers chairs
- Baby-Dan play pen
- Baby listening monitor
- Step for bathroom
- Books for all ages.
- Plastic plates and cups along with child sized cutlery.
A toddler paddling pool is available for hot days for the terrace area.
Please ask if you need other specialized equipment provided.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Changing mat
- Potty
- Plastic crockery
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
Onsite Facilities
- DVD
- Toys
Services Available
- Catering Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Maid Service Available
- Bread and Pastry Deliveries Available
- Home-cooked Meals Available (including children's menus)
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting / childcare services
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- French baguette and pastry delivery each morning
- Catering (arranged by the owner, including options for children)
- Mid-stay cleaning
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | €350/£350 paid in cash or cheque to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, bath towels and mats provided. Pool towels for swimming in local lakes or pools are available for hire at 3€ per towel, per week. |
| Arrival time | After 4.00 p.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €350/£350 paid in cash or cheque to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Linen & towels included? | Bed linen, bath towels and mats provided. Pool towels for swimming in local lakes or pools are available for hire at 3€ per towel, per week. |
| Arrival time | After 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | Before 10.00 a.m. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, the owners request that pets are kept off bedding and soft furnishings. Owners must bring dog beds and feeding bowls. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking / No vaping property. Smoking is permitted in the outside area, with correct disposal of cigarette/cigar ends. |
| Changeover day | Saturday. All other changeover days on request. |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights approximately March to end-September, 5 nights during all other periods. From 2022, 7 nights approximately April to end-September, 5 nights during all other periods. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes (water, gas, electricity). Logs provided. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 5 people:
| Rental period | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22nd 2024 - Jan 5th 2025 | £724 | £889 |
| Jan 5th 2025 - Mar 30th 2025 | £620 | £698 |
| Mar 30th 2025 - May 25th 2025 | - | £765 |
| May 25th 2025 - Sep 28th 2025 | - | £868 |
| Sep 28th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | - | £713 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Jun 25th 2026 | £724 | £889 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Gorgeous views of countryside
Warm welcome from Sharon and Ned (the mountain cat) Lovely stylish cosy barn, inside and out. Gorgeous views of countryside, easy base to explore and cycle in region.
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Beautiful and peaceful
The barn is very comfortable and beautifully presented. Peaceful with bucolic scenes and a wonderful host.
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Excellent
Excellent welcome by the local host.
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Beautiful
The Barn is a beautiful house - lots of space, all the home touches you want on holiday. And the view from the terrace is stunning.
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Fabulous!
Fabulous!
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Excellent holiday cottage!
Excellent holiday cottage! The home-cooked food offered by the owner, including daily fresh bread, was wonderful!
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Amazing Stay!
It was beautiful! The setting, the accommodation was excellent, very clean and stylish. Well equipped. The owner , who lives next door was so helpful , recommending restaurants and booking them! Bringing freshly baked pain au chocolate and /or croissants every morning !
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Pretty Little Barn
We had a super holiday. The accommodation was excellent and Sharon was a superb hostess, as she made us feel very welcome.
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