We stayed for 4 nights and it was our base to visit the area. The Ermitage St Vincent is rustic, full of history and character, it was also very comfortable and breakfast was traditional and very good. Our room (Lafayette) had lovely views to the beautiful 12 c chuch next door and also over the Allier river. Jean, our host was also a highlight for us, he was so kind and generous and very funny. He seemed so genuinely pleased to see us each morning and we loved time spent in his company. Like the Ermitage, Jean is also full of character and charm. We thank him for helping to make our stay so memorable. The Ermitage is well positioned to visit the surrounding sights and villages and of course Brioude and its utterly beautiful basilica. Thank you Jean.

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The proprietor was so kind when we arrived, and very welcoming. There was free parking on site, which is always a plus. You must pay in cash, but if you forget, there is an ATM (CNC Bank) about 5 minutes down the road. The breakfast was fantastic.

We have no complaints. Anything that may have been "less than perfect" is a result of staying in a very old building--old finicky key locks, creaky floors--but that was part of the charm of the place in my opinion. I would have been disappointed if that was all replaced with "modern" updates.

Despite the heat wave, the rooms were lovely and cool - it's a really old monastery so the walls do the job of keeping things cool :) Beds were comfortable, the room very spacious.

There weren't any curtains in the room, which made it a challenge to get the kids to sleep at their usual time (because summer). Our room was East-facing, so we woke up with the sun in our faces - very very early in the morning. Which made for cranky kids. Probably not a problem for adults, though. Just make sure you bring your sleeping mask.

This is a beautifully-restored historic property high above a rushing river below. Our host was very cordial and gladly showed us all around. The wine museum made for a fun and scenic little walk, and the 1,000-year-old church next door was amazing. Our room was huge and led right out to the garden.

Breakfast was minimal, but we had an enjoyable conversation.

Super location in an 11th century hermitage in Vielle Brioude. Our room ( Lafayette) had a wonderful view of the river valley below. The place has an olde world charm and quirkiness that we loved but that might not suit lovers of Ikea style. The room was enormous, with giant, really comfy bed and real parquet flooring. Jean, the host, was totally great - helpful, informative, and quite the joker! Breakfast was ample - good and tasty

Nothing really. All was to our taste. We have no complaints.

Staying at the Ermitage Saint Vincent definitely was one of the highlights of our vacation. The place is beautifully situated, next to a romanesque church, and overlooking the Allier river. And despite the building's venerable history, the rooms are very nice and comfortable. The breakfast was unbeatable (with an assortment of cheeses that would make some fancy restaurants look pale, and the best croissants we ever had). The host (Jean) is extremely friendly and helpful. Don’t miss having a meal at the “Hydropathes” restaurant in Vieille Brioude, which is at walking distance from the Ermitage, and which offers refined French cuisine and an excellent selection of wines.

A beautiful, historic building, well loved and restored by its owner, our room “the Maquis” was stunning - the Mountain View through the large windows was amazing, gave us a real sense of the countryside surrounding us.

We stopped for an overnight stay on our road trip back home after staying on the south coast. The property was full of character and the rooms were quirky but beautiful, clean and comfortable. The hosts were very friendly and helpful and the croissant I had for breakfast had to be the biggest I have ever had!!

Beautiful scenic location where you can sleep with windows open and fall asleep to the sound of the river below the village. Super friendly and entertaining host.

Really small village so you need to plan ahead for dining options but you can drive a short ten minutes north for more options.

Jean was a fantastic host, he made sure we were very comfortable and gave good tips, reserved a diner for us and made us laugh many times. He remembered our kids names after one time. You can walk around the area if you are a little early, the river is magnificent! The breakfast croissants were yummy!