Le Moulin de Champagne

Viriat 46.23832600, 5.21979100 , 200 Chemin Du Moulin De Champagne (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsLe Moulin de Champagne offers guests a peaceful retreat, nestled in a serene countryside setting just minutes from Bourg-en-Bresse. The location combines rustic charm with accessibility, ideally situated near major highways for travelers heading to winter sports or exploring the south of France. The historic building and tranquil ambiance ensure a restful night's sleep among picturesque fields, complemented by the host's attentiveness and good quality services, particularly the hearty and homemade breakfast options.

The breakfast at Le Moulin de Champagne is crafted with care, highlighted by delightful homemade offerings like cakes, yogurt, jams, and freshly baked bread. Guests enjoy a communal dining experience, often at shared tables, fostering a sense of hospitality. Though some note simplicity in choices, the quality of fresh ingredients and items like excellent coffee and tangy apple juice elevate the meal into a memorable experience.

Rooms at the mill blend historical charm with modern comfort. Many guests appreciate the spaciousness and tasteful decor which respect the building’s history while offering essentials for comfort. Comfortable beds and accommodating suites, often welcoming to pets, enhance the stay despite occasional critiques on bed design and cleanliness, which include minor lapses like cobwebs or dusty rooms.

Staff at the accommodation are consistently praised for their friendliness and approachability, with the owner often acknowledged for her amiable and supportive presence. Though Wi-Fi service requires improvement, guests can rely on ample parking options that include public and private spaces, along with added garage access for motorcyclists.

For those traveling with dogs, Le Moulin de Champagne provides a welcoming environment, though the presence of the owner's Malinois shepherd may pose challenges. Overall, guests consistently admire the beautiful setting and calm ambiance, ensuring an enjoyable experience that balances rustic charm with modern amenities, enhanced by attentive hospitality.
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Small Bed & Breakfast
This bed and breakfast offers a unique experience in a charming mill setting. The location provides a tranquil atmosphere and a connection to nature.

Dog Friendly Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast with Parking

3-Star Bed & Breakfast

Room Types
Triple Room With stone walls and wrought-iron beds, these rooms offer a flat-screen TV, garden views and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries and a bath or shower.

Standard Family Room The family room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 2 beds.

Triple Room with Garden View Featuring free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room features a private entrance, soundproof walls, executive lounge access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Triple Room with Garden View Featuring free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The triple room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, executive lounge access as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Guest Reviews
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Location
Le Moulin de Champagne is nestled in a tranquil and idyllic countryside setting, offering guests a peaceful retreat just minutes away from Bourg-en-Bresse. The accommodation boasts a rural charm, situated beautifully near major highways, making it an ideal stopover for travelers heading to or from winter sports or exploring the south of France. The quiet location ensures a restful night's sleep and is surrounded by picturesque fields and nature, providing a serene environment that many guests appreciate. The historic building adds a rustic touch, enhancing the overall experience of staying in such a charming place.

Guests often highlight the proximity to Bourg-en-Bresse, which is accessible by car, making it convenient for those wishing to explore the nearby medium-sized city while still enjoying the tranquility of the countryside. The communal breakfast at a long table further promotes a sense of friendliness and hospitality among visitors. The host is praised for their approachability and attention, contributing to the overall pleasant stay.

Furthermore, the location favors those looking for a pitstop with good quality services, including plentiful and homemade breakfast options, ensuring travelers leave satisfied and refreshed. Whether stopping on a journey or seeking a quiet rural escape, Le Moulin de Champagne offers a beautiful setting and calm ambiance that consistently receives admiration from its guests.

Breakfast
At Le Moulin de Champagne, breakfast experiences are crafted with care and a personal touch, widely praised for their homemade quality. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, including homemade cakes, yogurt, jams, and even freshly baked bread, ensuring a delightful start to the day. The dining atmosphere is communal and cozy, often taking place at shared tables either in the picturesque dining room or outside in serene surroundings. The emphasis on organic and fresh ingredients elevates the morning meal into a memorable part of the stay, with highlights like the excellent coffee and tangy apple juice standing out. While overall feedback leans heavily positive, with the breakfast described as abundant and hearty by many, there are a few mixed feelings regarding simplicity and limited options by some guests. Despite these occasional critiques, the quality of the homemade offerings, particularly the yogurt and jams, is repeatedly cherished, making breakfast at this charming restored mill a distinctive and enjoyable experience.

Rooms
Le Moulin de Champagne offers a delightful blend of historical charm and modern comfort in its spacious and well-equipped rooms. Guests frequently praise the renovations that respect the history of the old mill while ensuring that all the essentials for a comfortable stay are present. The rooms are tastefully decorated, clean, and maintain a pleasant temperature. Many highlight the spaciousness, especially in the accommodating suites that allow furry companions like dogs.

Comfortable beds ensure restful nights, although there are some mentions that could use improvement. The tranquil, idyllic setting of the fully renovated building provides a serene escape, ideal for peaceful overnight stops. The opportunity for enjoying cozy furnishing and a spacious bathroom with thick towels adds to the appeal for visitors who appreciate practicality alongside pleasing aesthetics.

While some taller guests find the bed designs a bit less accommodating, overall, the character-filled rooms are welcoming, equipped with modern amenities, and offer efficient heating to enhance the stay. The peaceful ambiance and the authenticity of the décor, which aligns with the history of the mill, make it a lovely destination for those seeking both a picturesque location and restful accommodation.

Beds
At Le Moulin de Champagne, guests have mixed feelings about the beds, though many highlight them as a notable feature of their stay. A number of visitors found the beds to be cozy and very comfortable, with some labeling the bedding as incredible or very good. For these guests, the spacious rooms and well-regulated temperatures further enhanced their positive experience.

However, not all reviews are as glowing. Some guests commented on the beds being too soft, old, or even uncomfortable, suggesting a need for mattress replacement. A few mentioned challenges such as beds sloping toward the middle, narrowness, and creaky frames. Despite these issues, the overall impression of the bedding remains largely positive, with many guests noting they’ve encountered worse conditions in more upscale establishments.

Additionally, the breakfast, featuring delicious homemade items like cake, yogurt, and jam, complements the bedding experience, contributing positively to guests' overall stays. Balancing these perspectives, future guests may anticipate a range of comfort levels regarding the beds, with the assurance of a delightful breakfast to start the day.

Cleanliness
Le Moulin de Champagne has garnered a range of feedback regarding its cleanliness from guests who have enjoyed their stay. On the positive side, many visitors have highlighted that the rooms are clean, tidy, and cozy, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. The accommodation's cleanliness has been emphasized in multiple reviews as "very clean," "spotless," and overall "great effort in cleanliness," illustrating a commitment to maintaining a pleasant environment. The rooms are spacious, with comfortable bedding, and the guest house itself is noted for being well-decorated and tidy. Guests appreciate the attentive and friendly hosting, which complements the cleanliness of the place, enhancing their overall experience. However, there are mentions of some areas of improvement, such as cobwebs and mold in showers, dusty rooms, and occasional lapses in cleaning standards, especially in some specific rooms. Despite these critiques, many guests find the establishment to be of good value for money, with plans to return and enjoy its quiet and welcoming ambiance again.

Staff
At Le Moulin de Champagne, guests frequently highlight the exceptional friendliness and approachability of the staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhances their stay. The owner is consistently noted for being especially amiable and helpful, often going out of her way to ensure guests feel comfortable and supported. Personalized welcomes and the kind demeanor of the hostess are recurring themes in the reviews, with many guests appreciating the thoughtful interactions and the effort made to overcome language barriers.

The positive experiences extend to the breakfast offerings as well, which are described as homemade and of high quality, contributing further to the hospitable environment. While most guests recount their encounters with the staff as encouraging and supportive, there are occasional mentions of a more reserved attitude from the hostess, which some attribute to the demands of her role or a naturally shy demeanor.

Overall, the team at Le Moulin de Champagne has a reputation for being attentive and accommodating, making guests feel at ease throughout their visit, despite rare instances of perceived distant hospitality.

Wi-Fi
Le Moulin de Champagne offers a Wi-Fi service that poses challenges for guests seeking consistent connectivity, particularly within the rooms. While Wi-Fi is available, its signal strength is often limited to areas just outside the room or close to the door, rather than throughout the entire space. Many guests have noted an unstable connection, making internet access difficult or even impossible at times. Although the Wi-Fi service is present, its reliability and reach can be unsatisfactory, suggesting that improvements are needed to enhance guest experience.

Parking
Le Moulin de Champagne offers a variety of parking options that generally meet guests' needs. The hotel provides both public and private parking, ensuring ample space for vehicles. Visitors appreciate the ability to park directly in front of their rooms, enhancing convenience. There's also a designated grass field within the premises for parking, although some guests mention parking along the road despite available space. Motorcyclists receive the added benefit of garage access, adding a layer of security for their vehicles. Overall, the parking facilities are seen as adequate and contribute positively to the guest experience.

Dog Friendly
Le Moulin de Champagne offers a mixed experience for those traveling with dogs. The facility is accommodating, allowing dogs to stay in the rooms and warmly welcoming four-legged guests upon arrival. The serene rural surroundings provide a pleasant environment for walking dogs, and the friendly host provides helpful tips on where dogs can roam freely. However, some guests have noted challenges, particularly due to the presence of the owner's Malinois shepherd, which is described as intimidating due to its protective training. This has led to instances where guest dogs were confined to rooms, sometimes unexpectedly. Additionally, while pets are accepted, the added fee of 10 euros for dogs has been considered steep by some visitors. Overall, while the hotel provides a pet-friendly environment, there are certain aspects that might require careful consideration for dog owners planning their stay.


No, Le Moulin de Champagne doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Le Moulin de Champagne.

Yes, Le Moulin de Champagne welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Le Moulin de Champagne.

No, Le Moulin de Champagne doesn't have a gym.

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