Abbaye de la Bussière

Manor house hotel in a former abbey founded by Cistercian monks in 1131 and that was also once the country residence of the bishops of Dijon. Set amid a walled 17-acre park, the magical three-story mansion is constructed of mellow golden limestone and topped by a steep slate roof. The 20 rooms (three suites) have been individually decorated and furnished with fine antiques; baths feature Jacuzzi tubs. Atmospheric public areas. One-star restaurant overseen by Guillaume Royer offers a menu that displays a shrewd synthesis of French tradition and the modern demand for lighter and healthier eating. Complimentary bikes available. The property provides a convenient base from which to tour Burgundy’s great wine towns, including Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny and Beaune.