Moulin du Merle

Holiday home for friends and family

Spacious house, large garden with river

Escape the hustle and bustle and fully unwind in and around this charming and spacious holiday home, surrounded by a large garden with a winding river.

Looking for a day trip?
Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan is just a 30-minute drive away. Put on your hiking boots and explore the most beautiful trails, or visit the modern Bibracte Museum, featuring fascinating archaeological excavations.

Only 10 minutes away, you’ll find the charming town of Clamecy, where a local market with regional products takes place every Saturday morning.

Discounts up to 50% on direct bookings(*)

“If only we could stay a little longer”—it’s something we hear often. To make longer stays more accessible, our rates drop from the third night onwards.

*Excluding rental platform fees. For the lowest rate, please contact us directly.

Surroundings & Activities

For culture lovers, Vézelay is an absolute must-see. This historic pilgrimage site, just a 30-minute drive away, is not only the starting point of one of the famous pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela but also home to the impressive Sainte-Marie Basilica, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Want to taste the local flavors? We can recommend the best spots for wine and cheese tastings or connect you with a local guide to cook with ingredients from the food forest. In short, you’ll never have enough time!

The greatest thing about our work? The enthusiasm shown by our guests time and time again.

We truly appreciate sincere and constructive feedback.

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And growing

A space of opportunities

With a separate dining room, 5 toilets, 3 bathrooms, and 8 spacious bedrooms overlooking the stunning estate, there is plenty of room for everyone.

Outside, even more awaits: a swimming pond for a refreshing dip, a pizza oven, and a cozy campfire/BBQ area.

Step into a piece of history: this former watermill from 1697, later transformed into a luxurious holiday villa, offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and style. Ideal for a stay with family or friends, where everything revolves around togetherness and enjoyment.

Be amazed by the spacious rooms high ceilings, large windows, and charming details, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The villa has been lovingly and carefully furnished, providing all modern comforts. Relax in the spacious lounge with comfortable sofas, an open fireplace, and a home cinema.

The kitchen is fully equipped with two refrigerators and a SMEG gas stove with a double oven.

Not in the mood to cook? We can arrange catering for you!

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Service and proximity

Cats and dogs are also welcome for a fee of €10 per pet, per night.

Please let us know how many pets will be joining when making your reservation.

On the private property, there is a dog, a cat, and ducks.

Cleaning and linens (bed sheets, towels, and tea towels) are included in the rental price. Firewood is provided for the fireplace in the lounge or for baking pizzas in the outdoor pizza oven.

Don’t forget to bring your own charcoal if you want to use the large barbecue!

The host is always nearby for any questions or tips!

Calendrier

Discount up to -50%

Check-in is available from 5:00 PM, and check-out is by 12:00 PM.

An early check-in (from 1:00 PM) or lazy check-out (until 5:00 PM) is possible for a fee of €100.

The rental price is €600 per night, with a maximum of 15 guests. Some rental platforms charge additional service fees, which vary depending on the booking. Booking directly is the most cost-effective option!

Additionally, we offer an attractive discount for stays of 3 nights or more, starting at -10% and increasing up to -50%, depending on the length of your stay.

A security deposit of €300 is required upon arrival and will be refunded after your stay, provided no damage is found.

Moulin du Merle was the main filming location for the feature film ‘Neem Me Mee’ by Will Koopman, known for the Dutch films ‘Gooische Vrouwen’ and ‘Terug naar de Kust’, as well as the hit series ‘Oogappels’!

The film was shown in cinemas across the Netherlands in 2023 and later streamed on Netflix.

Synopsis: Six people aged over 70, all strangers to each other, go on holiday together to the south of France. Even before their van crosses the national border, disagreements arise between them and the young tour guide Thijs, who has seriously underestimated the organisation.

With Jeroen Krabbé, Renée Soutendijk, Gene Bervoets, Minne Koole, Kees Hulst and Olga Zuiderhoek. With the title song by André van Duin.

Trailer 'Neem Me Mee'

Contact

e-mail info@moulindumerle.com

tel. +33 (0)6 13 92 24 06

social @moulindumerle

address Moulin du Merle 58210 Saint-Germain-des-Bois