The Lyon Den

Zen-inspiring white spaces punctuated by eclectic accents and unconventional touches coupled with a first-rate location set this ground floor apartment apart from other similar holiday apartments. Located in the midst of the bohemian neighbourhood of Croix Rousse, a part of Lyon characterised by its tree-lined squares and historic houses –not to mention the rich array of shops, cafés, and restaurants and the daily market to be found along its wide main street – the apartment provides a home away from home that is made for experiencing the beauty of Lyon like a local.

The apartment’s tranquil interior overlooks the lively streets below, allowing you to feel at once part of the bustling city life that has seen Lyon rise in notoriety as one of the most cosmopolitan cities in France, and cocooned in a comfortable haven of calm. Following a restful night’s sleep in the understated neutral-toned bedroom, emerge into the bright and welcoming kitchen area for a bit of breakfast and your favourite morning pick-me-up at the breakfast bar.

Then, the choice is yours as to whether you’d prefer a leisurely morning catching up on news, reading, or conversation with your loved-ones in the apartment, or would rather head out into the day to uncover the myriad delights that this city has tucked around almost every corner.

Wander the terracotta-toned backstreets or saunter down the elegant boulevards, stopping in at artisanal boulangeries or flexing your cultural muscle in one of the city’s many museums. Among our favourites has got to be the Musée Miniature et Cinéma – a museum exploring the art of miniature figurines and special effects used in film technology. Lyon is also known for the collection of street murals which dot the city, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled on your explorations and see how many of these impressive artworks you can spot.

Dusk calls for an aperitif accompanied by a few slices traditional Lyonnaise sausage and a creamy wodge of typical Saint-Marcellin cheese slathered on fresh French bread as you lounge around the living room deciding on how to spend the evening.

Home truths:
*This home is spread over a single ground floor level, making it a good choice for those with reduced mobility
*The apartment enjoys a fantastic location just moments from the heart of the Croix Rousse district and its many shops, restaurants, and excellent transport links
*Parking in this part of Lyon can be tricky, so we recommend sticking to the easily accessible public transport where possible – though we think the best way to see the city is on foot
*Please contact your host at least one day prior to arrival to arrange check-in
*The hot water runs out quicker than we'd like