Burgundy France
Property # 8495

Les Lavandes, is a beautiful timber framed 18th century house located in South Burgundy, France.
It is situated in a peaceful countryside setting 4 kilometres from the village of Savigny En Revermont which has a butcher, baker, hairdresser, chemist's shop and post office. From the outdoor dining area, on the frontage of the house, there are extensive views to the foothills of the Jura. You can look across to distant vineyards and tiny white church spires whilst enjoying fresh baguettes with local cheeses and meats.

The house was once owned by a count and countess but is now the family home of English owners, Catherine and Colin, who run painting holidays and bed and breakfast all year round.

Les Lavandes is located between the medieval market town of Louhans and the more sophisticated town of Lons Le Saunier. Both towns hold a market once a week where fresh vegetables and locally produced cheeses and breads are sold.

This region is very diverse with ancient vineyards, villages with stunning architecture, turquoise lakes and bustling market towns. The local caves sell excellent wines and are open for wine tasting through out the year.

All these places can be easily accessed from Les Lavandes.

Listing Type: an 18th century character maison
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: up to 4

We guarantee our guests a warm welcome and want them to feel comfortable and at home here. We provide a very personal service and as we only cater for up to four people we can offer each guest individual attention. This is an added bonus when guests come on a painting holiday.

Our two double rooms each have a private modern bathroom with a walk in shower and are fitted to a high standard. Although we do not have disabled facilitiesone of our rooms is on the ground floor and has its own private entrance.

We provide continental breakfastlunch and evening meals with wine or beer. All meals are home cooked using fresh local ingredients. Special diets can be catered for if we have prior notice. Two evening meals are taken in local restaurants which offer regional specialities such as best Charolais beef and Bresse chicken. For the more adventurous there is the chance to sample locally produced snails or frogs' legs in a variety of delicious creamy sauces! These meals are not included in the price.

Transport to and from painting locations and local restaurants is provided.

We can pick guests up from a pre arranged nearby railway station upon request for a moderate fee.

* Indoor art room for winter months.
* Summer studio
* Transport to and from painting locations.
* Large garden with sunloungers in which to relax.
* Quiet walks from the house.

Our week long painting holidays provide you with the opportunity to explore techniques using different media.We cater for a small group of four, which makes the holiday and the tuition personalised. There is always time for plenty of individual attention and Colin provides 'fun tuition' - his key words. All levels of ability are catered for.

Colin has previously worked in graphics and illustration for print and has produced work for virtually every industry. He encourages guests to explore a variety of media such as watercolours, gouache, acrylic, coloured inks and others. His desire is for people to leave feeling that they have expanded their range of abilities.

Painting takes place on location in glorious settings or in the house depending upon weather conditions. You can choose to paint as much or as little as you please and no pressure is put upon you to produce a masterpiece!

There is a studio in the grounds of the house and an indoor art room as well.
There is an abundance of subject matter to be found in the local villages and countryside and there are stunningly beautiful lakes found within a short distance in the Jura. The lakes provide the chance to take a swim or a trip on a paddle cruiser.