Burgundy, Yonne, Vézelay, France

Located in the heart of Vézelay, a magnificent townmansion dating from the 15th century. Steeped in history, with listed facades, a tower and its tree-lined landscaped garden offering a sumptuous view of the countryside. Perfectly restored with high quality materials, it has retained all its period charm and authenticity and offers a spacious interior. With a surface area of approximately 300 sq.m spread over four levels, it consists of an entrance opening onto a fully equipped kitchen with external access onto a courtyard, plus a guest WC, a majestic reception room with fireplace, access to the upper floors and the vaulted cellars via a delightful staircase. Upstairs, you will find a Burgundian gallery connecting the second building, a large landing or antechamber with WC, three sumptuous bedrooms including two bedrooms with fireplaces, a contemporary shower room with toilet. On the top floor, there is a large attic with its majestic open beams in perfect condition. At the end of the courtyard, a lovely guest house presents 100 sq.m including a reception room, a contemporary staircase, a fireplace, a bread oven and an old stone sink. Upstairs, a large bedroom with fireplace adjoining the mansion via the Bourguignonne gallery, plus a contemporary shower room with toilet, dressing room and utility room. A superb basement on the ground floor is composed of four vaulted cellars which can be converted, served by the interior spiral staircase and benefiting from access to the gardens. It all overlooks an internal stone courtyard with relaxation and dining areas. An external gallery gives access to the street and to a delightful tree-lined and landscaped garden offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside. An exceptional property in an idyllic setting.