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Luxury Châteaux and Villas in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Châteaux, manor houses and village homes among the most closely studied vineyards in France, from Beaune to Chablis and the Jura
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A region read village by village, and vineyard by vineyard
Burgundy takes place very seriously. On the Côte d'Or, the narrow limestone slope that runs south from Dijon past Beaune, the vines are divided into hundreds of named plots, the climats, which UNESCO added to the World Heritage list in 2015. Two rows of vines can produce wines with entirely different reputations, and locals will happily explain why over a second glass. The region reaches well beyond its wine labels, though. It has the hilltop basilica at Vézelay, the Cistercian abbey of Fontenay and the slow canals of the Nivernais. Further east lies Franche-Comté, home to Comté cheese, the Jura's vin jaune and the Vauban citadel at Besançon.
Our collection here runs to 48 properties, and châteaux lead the way. They range from country estates with room for 54 guests to manor houses near Rully and Chagny, converted barns and cottages, and village houses and apartments within a stroll of the cellar doors of Puligny-Montrachet.
Below you will find where to base yourself, what to see and when the region is at its best.
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté at a glance
- Properties
- 48 châteaux, manor houses and villas, with up to 21 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,200 to £6,200 a week, from around £1,400
- Best areas
- The Côte d'Or around Beaune, Saône-et-Loire in the south, the Yonne and the Nièvre
- Best time
- May to October; September for the harvest, and the third weekend of November for the Hospices de Beaune
- Getting there
- Eurostar to Paris, then the TGV to Dijon in around an hour and 40 minutes; Lyon airport is around two hours' drive from Beaune
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Domaine De Reon France16 bedrooms
Chateau d’Aleny France20 bedrooms
Chateau De Reon France9 bedrooms
Palais De Reon France7 bedroomsWhere to stay in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
The Côte d'Or around Beaune for the great vineyards, Saône-et-Loire for the Côte Chalonnaise and Cluny, the Yonne for Chablis and Vézelay, and the Nièvre for the Morvan and the canals.
Beaune and the slope of the grands crus
Beaune is the place to start. It is a walled market town, and at its centre stands the Hôtel-Dieu, a hospital founded in 1443 and roofed in glazed, patterned tiles that look freshly painted in any weather. From here the Route des Grands Crus runs north through the Côte de Nuits, past the château of Clos de Vougeot and Gevrey-Chambertin, on to Dijon and its ducal palace. To the south it passes Pommard, Volnay, Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.
A house among these villages means you can walk or cycle to tastings, which is the civilised way to do it. To the north-west, the Cistercian abbey of Fontenay and the hills around Alise-Sainte-Reine, the site of Caesar's victory at Alésia, show a quieter side of the département.
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Rully, Cluny and the Rock of Solutré
Saône-et-Loire is where Burgundy relaxes a little. The villages of the Côte Chalonnaise, among them Rully, Mercurey and Givry, make very good wine at kinder prices, and there are fewer coaches in the lanes. Further south, Cluny keeps the remains of an abbey founded in 910, whose church was the largest in Christendom until St Peter's in Rome was rebuilt. The Romanesque abbey church at Tournus is another fine example of the style.
The Mâconnais ends in the limestone Rock of Solutré, which rises above the vineyards of Pouilly-Fuissé and makes a fine walk before lunch. East of the Saône lies the Bresse, whose chickens are taken as seriously as any grand cru.
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Chablis, canals and the Jura beyond
The Yonne, the closest part of Burgundy to Paris, is home to Chablis and its flinty Chardonnay. Here too is Vézelay, a hill town crowned by a basilica that UNESCO has listed since 1979, and Guédelon, where a castle has been under construction since 1997 using only medieval methods.
The Nièvre is greener and emptier. The wooded Morvan regional park and the Canal du Nivernais are made for walking, cycling and hiring a boat for the day, and Pouilly-Fumé is grown on the banks of the Loire at the département's western edge.
East of Burgundy, Franche-Comté offers the Royal Saltworks at Arc-et-Senans, Le Corbusier's chapel at Ronchamp, and Comté that has been aged for longer than seems reasonable.
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Époisses, kir and the Trois Glorieuses
Burgundian cooking is unapologetically rich. Expect oeufs en meurette poached in red wine, boeuf bourguignon, jambon persillé, snails in garlic butter, warm gougères with the aperitif and a pungent Époisses to finish. Kir, made with the local crème de cassis, is the customary opening glass.
Late spring and early summer are lovely for cycling the Voie des Vignes between Beaune and Santenay. September brings the harvest, and on the third Sunday of November the Hospices de Beaune holds its charity wine auction, the centrepiece of the Trois Glorieuses weekend. Houses for that weekend go early. Our concierge can arrange domaine visits, private chefs and transfers.
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Chateau Vermeil Dree Charolles: Luxury 7-Bedroom Apartment with Private Pool & Sauna in Saone-et-Loire7 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £6,195 a week
Manoir De La Gargole France9 bedrooms · sleeps 18From £5,662 a week
Chateau Bourgogne | 8-Bedroom Chateau in Chatel-Gerard Censy8 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £5,512 a week
Chateau De Naugues France8 bedrooms · sleeps 16From £5,318 a week
Chateau de la Promenade France4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,121 a week
Manoir Mi-Chemin | 7-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Rully Chagny7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £5,030 a week
Chateau De Champ Carre France9 bedrooms · sleeps 18From £4,990 a week
Chateau Fourdevoix France6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £4,643 a weekSearch all 48 properties in Bourgogne-Franche-Comtéor see them on the map
Why book your home in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
In Burgundy a single lane can separate a house among the grands crus from one a long drive from any cellar door, and we know which is which. With 48 properties in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Domaine visits and tastings, private chefs, hot-air balloon flights over the vineyards, bicycles for the Voie des Vignes, canal days on the Nivernais and transfers from Dijon, Lyon or Paris. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Burgundy for wine lovers?
The Côte d'Or around Beaune puts you within easy reach of the great villages of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, from Meursault to Gevrey-Chambertin. The Côte Chalonnaise around Rully is quieter and better value, and the Yonne suits lovers of Chablis.
When is the best time to visit Burgundy?
May to October is the main season, and September is the harvest. The Hospices de Beaune auction is held on the third Sunday of November, when the region is at its liveliest and houses are in high demand.
Do I need to book wine tastings in Burgundy?
Usually, yes. Many of the best domaines are small family estates that receive visitors by appointment only, and some rarely open at all. Our concierge can arrange cellar visits and tastings to suit your tastes.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté cost?
Across our 48 properties in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, weekly rates typically range from £2,200 to £6,200, with the most affordable from around £1,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Burgundy from the UK?
The easiest way is the Eurostar to Paris, then the TGV from Gare de Lyon. Dijon is around an hour and 40 minutes away, and Beaune a little over two hours. You can also fly to Lyon, which is around two hours' drive from Beaune, or drive from Calais in around six hours.
Are there homes in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté for large groups?
Yes. Our Bourgogne-Franche-Comté collection includes properties with up to 21 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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