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The Nelsons’ handsome house in Saulieu illuminated at dusk A fi ne pedigree


When Welsh terrier Sadie joined the family, the Nelsons had to rethink their French pied-à-terre, choosing a stylish house in Burgundy with period credentials, says Amanda Harling


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rancophiles Susie and David Nelson had for some time owned several holiday homes


in and around the picturesque Provencal town of Uzès, but once Sadie, an energetic Welsh terrier, joined their household the couple began the search for a new home from home. “Dogs aren’t allowed on


fl ights to and from the UK, so long weekends in Uzès were no longer practical. We took the decision to sell up in Uzès and fi nd another property. Out came the map and we explored the various possibilities before settling on Burgundy, a mere fi ve-hour drive from Calais. “We contacted various estate


agents and visited several times over two years, looking at houses and towns in this large and diverse area. We found this place one weekend when we came over to view properties. As soon as we saw it we agreed it was more or less exactly what we were looking for. “The house in the small


town of Saulieu is a handsome,


Focal point of the comfortable salon is the marble fi replace, surmounted by an ornate gilt-framed mirror


Clockwise from above: Susie and the family’s energetic Welsh terrier Sadie; an 18th-century walnut armoire in the entrance hall sets the tone; friend of the Nelsons, Annabelle Barran, designed the walled garden; the dining room is perfect for formal occasions; plain white units give the kitchen a practical feel


44 FRENCH PROPERTY NEWS: May/June 2024


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