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The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present

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A stone building with a modern glass extension, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a small door at the base.
A room with a large window, a wooden table, two chairs, and a sofa with patterned cushions.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom323 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or, Rhône
  • Place, Henri Malartre Automobile Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, The Organ Museum - The House of Chaos
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Village de Morance
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or

This apartment is located within a 15-minute drive of The Organ Museum - The House of Chaos and Village de Morance. The apartment includes a kitchenette, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Henri Malartre Automobile Museum - 15 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Le Bouc et la Treille Winery - 16 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • The Organ Museum - The House of Chaos - 18 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Bords De Saone - 18 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Village de Morance - 22 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or Station - 14 min walk
  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Villa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Les Petites Voiles - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Hôtel de la Gare - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Guy Lassausaie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present

Located in a quiet area in Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or, a village 20 minutes from Lyon by car or train, our cottage La tour endormie comprises:
- on the first floor: a living room with kitchenette,
- on the first floor: a bedroom with a double bed,
- on the second floor: a bathroom and a mezzanine with a single bed.

Beds are made on arrival and towels are provided. You have all the equipment you need to cook. A large terrace with an unobstructed view will offer you peace and rest. Parking spaces are available in front of the cottage.

Come and wake up the tower of an old castle built in the middle of the Middle Ages. More than a thousand years old, this unique place will take you on a journey through history: successively a defence tower, a dovecote and a chapel, listed as a Historic Monument, it has now become a comfortable charming cottage. We will be happy to help you discover all the elements of history of this building, and more particularly two religious decorations from the twelfth or thirteenth century brought to light in a totally unexpected way during the renovation work.

Thanks to its geographical location, at the crossroads of the Monts d'Or, Beaujolais and Dombes, you can easily discover the many facets of our region: small villages with golden stones, vineyards, lakes, as well as all the richness and gastronomy of the capital of the Gauls.

Many hiking and mountain biking trails are accessible around the cottage.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 323 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number non applicable

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this apartment?

This apartment is located in Saint-Germain-au-Mont-d'Or, close to Le Radiant, The Organ Museum - The House of Chaos, and Espace Baignade Les Cascades. You'll also find Golf Club du Beaujolais and Village de Morance nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Sleeping Tower, a piece of history in the present?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchenette as well as a garden.

Does The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), which is 26.8 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present?

Yes, every apartment at The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present comes with a patio.

The Sleeping Tower: A Piece of History in the Present Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. But keep in mind that the single bed is on top of the shower. There are also no doors on the different levels, so there is absolutely no privacy - not recommended for friends, only for a family. The hosts were very kind and responsive. It is certainly a unique experience that we enjoyed.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026