Our selection of atypical accommodation
Gypsy caravan, barrel, ecolodge, boat on the water, tiny house. These atypical holiday rentals take us back to our childhood dreams. They put a whole new spin on accommodation and offer guests a unique holiday, with the maximum comfort, and added element of surprise. They are all located in the superb Burgundian countryside, far from the crowds of the big cities. Browse our top 5 establishments in Burgundy for an extraordinary overnight stay (or longer).
Stay in a gypsy caravan
Gypsy caravans have always nurtured our imagination. They make us think about gypsies, entertainers and cowboys in the Wild West. Experience your very own adventure for a weekend or longer at the Hameau des Grilles. 2 fully equipped gypsy caravans on the shores of a lake invite guests to come on a journey.
Find out more about the gypsy caravans at the Hameau des Grilles
Stay in an ecolodge in the shape of a cow
You are guaranteed to be taken aback when you see this original wooden ecolodge in the shape of a cow. This rental is surrounded by meadows and Charolais cattle grazing away peacefully. It is the perfect setting, guaranteed to impress the whole family.
Stay in a wine barrel
Wine connoisseurs, you'll learn all there is to know about barrels (and their contents) while staying here. Did you know it was possible to sleep inside a barrel? To find out more, come to the stopover gite "Au Foudre de Bazois"! There, you'll be able to stay overnight (or longer) in a giant barrel that has been transformed into a cosy holiday rental, surrounded by the Nièvre countryside. Doesn't that sound tempting?
Sleep on the water
Imagine sleeping on the water in a comfortable, cosy little hideaway... This dream can come true at the "Village Toue des Demoiselles" where a traditional wooden houseboat is moored on a peaceful lake. This is a replica of the traditional boat that was once used for river transport through the Loire Valley.
Stay in your very own private little village
Les Gaties isn't just a holiday gite, it’s an entire hamlet! Here, you won’t just be holidaymakers, you’ll be real locals. You'll certainly be surprised by this unique experience living in this restored village, even if it’s only for a few days.
Stay in a tiny house
You'll immediately feel at home in this little cabin on the water's edge! This tiny wooden house will be your cosy hideaway for your getaway by the water in Burgundy. A little slice of heaven just for you, where you'll be able to experience the good things in life, in all simplicity. This is more than just a house, it reflects the values of a simple life.
