Title: Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=5517&destination=Paray-le-Monial%2C+Sa%C3%B4ne-et-Loire%2C+France&selected=111968789&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL ## Photo gallery for Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL ![Terrace/patio - Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL (PARAY-LE-MONIAL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111968800/111968789/0110c9fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, Internet - Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL (PARAY-LE-MONIAL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111968800/111968789/1335b908.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels - Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL (PARAY-LE-MONIAL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111968800/111968789/919a92a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher - Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL (PARAY-LE-MONIAL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111968800/111968789/6c332d27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL (PARAY-LE-MONIAL)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111970000/111968800/111968789/a2bf9de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom818 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill £186 includes taxes & fees 4 Apr - 5 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL Danielle & Serge (comic book enthusiast, owner of an exceptional collection of 15,000 books, which can be consulted in his company) welcome you to an authentic country farmhouse from the early 20th century, fully restored, nestled in a peaceful residential hamlet near the center of the charming city of "Sacré Cœur" nestled on the banks of the famous Canal du Centre, a mecca of Romanesque art in the "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire", rich in a literally exceptional heritage (Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur from the end of the 11th century, a masterpiece of Romanesque art, the best preserved Cluniac architecture in Burgundy, Eucharistic Museum of Hiéron, the oldest museum of sacred art in France, etc.) as well as all the amenities & leisure facilities. Soothing green setting all around, nestled in the heart of the preserved "parodian" countryside, on a bucolic hilly plateau of fields & wooded meadows in the hollow of the gentle Bourbince valley & its fish-filled river (protected in ZNIEFF for its fauna & flora riches) and the famous Charolais bocage dotted with ponds, not far from beautiful wild forests (including the Bois des Aisances rich in many small paths for relaxing walks in the undergrowth). Very comfortable cottage. Beautiful volume of the living room in the "cathedral" spirit. Warm contemporary character. Zen & soft atmosphere. Large bedroom nestled under the roofs in "cocoon" mode. Intimate planted courtyard with a small lawned garden & a pleasant shaded terrace under reed (covered by wisteria). Composition: Semi-detached house (with owners' premises + rented accommodation belonging to them / next to their house in total independence without vis-à-vis). Wifi (fiber). Gas central heating. Ground floor: kitchen-living room-lounge, 1 bedroom (double bed 140x190cm + 1 single bed 90x190cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. 1st floor: 1 bedroom (2 single beds 120x190cm). Courtyard + garden + terrace + private parking. Bicycle storage. All amenities including supermarkets 2 km away. Between "town & country"! Authentic country farmhouse dating from the early 20th century, fully restored, located in a quiet area in the middle of the "Parodian" countryside, in a peaceful residential area adjoining the small local aerodrome (without nuisance), 2 km from the town center of Paray-le-Monial, an illustrious sanctuary city of the "Sacré Cœur" of world renown (all amenities on site) crossed by the famous "Canal du Centre" (to be discovered by boat or on foot). Soothing rural setting all around, nestled in the hollow of the verdant Bourbince valley (protected in ZNIEFF for its faunal & floristic riches) mixing fields of culture & bucolic Charolais bocage dotted with ponds & gentle wild forests. Ideally located on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit & various marked hiking trails in "green walks" (starting from the town / very rich network of identical hiking trails to discover in the area), 3 km from the Green Way "Véloire" along the banks of the Loire & the "quiet canal" connecting Roanne to Digoin (the last wild river in Europe classified and protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" for its rich ecosystems) next to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône et Loire by bike), 3 km from the EuroVélo6 cycle route connected to the "Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo", around fifty km from the vineyards of the Côtes Maconnaises as Roannaises & around sixty km from Beaujolais (the first vineyard in the world recognized as a "UNESCO World Geopark" / various wine routes to discover including the "Burgundy Wine Route"). Prime location at the very southern tip of Burgundy, at the crossroads of the Allier, the Loire & the Rhône, in the heart of the magnificent territory of Charolais-Brionnais (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle breed, rich in sublime landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage, at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and the Pays Roannais, not far from "Clunisois-Tournugeois" (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"). Perfect location for easy travel (RCEA nearby): 13 km from Charolles, 14 km from Digoin (river marina of Digoin connected to the "Canal du Centre" & "quiet canal" linking Digoin to Roanne), 26 km from Marcigny ("Clunisois site" particularly known for its Monday morning market created in 1266), 27 km from La Clayette, 29 km from the charming medieval village of Semur-en-Brionnais with the very rare label "Most beautiful villages of France", 41 km from the characterful town of Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey), 43 km from the spa & medieval town of Bourbon-Lancy, 49 km from the very famous PAL amusement park, 50 km from the TGV station of Le Creusot (Mâcon Loché TGV 65 km away) & 51 km from the illustrious abbey city of Cluny. A comfortable nest nestled in the green, just a stone’s throw from all the amenities! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 818 square feet ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103120000/103110600/103110544/e0a31f7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hôtel Villa Pona Digoin - Spa - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 10 Exceptional 6 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=103110544&PinnedHotelID=103110544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10370000/10368900/10368824/0ed2df4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Village Toue des Demoiselles - Slowmoov Chassenard - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 98 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=10368824&PinnedHotelID=10368824&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3200000/3196300/3196248/c2335257.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Saint Cyr Montmelard - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 39 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=3196248&PinnedHotelID=3196248&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=111968789&PinnedHotelID=111968789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=111968789,103110544,10368824,3196248) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as 883 ## About the area Paray-le-Monial is home to this holiday home. Musée du Hiéron and Le Musée Paul Charnoz are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Basilique du Sacre-Coeur and Sanctuaires of Paray-le-Monial. Centre Culturel et de Congrès and Maison de la mosaique contemporaine are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gîte de la Forêt - PARAY-LE-MONIAL Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean-Jacques R. 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Voies vertes Idéal pour le vélo et découverte des églises romanes. ##### Jean-Jacques R. 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