| Locations |
In the village of Taluyers, near Lyon. |
| Our Rating |
Superior first class. |
| Setting |
The priory was originally founded in the year 999 by the Abby of Cluny. It was transformed by the village lords in the 16th centry and sold at auction at the end of the French Revolution in 1791. Reunited by one family from the year 1810 on, the priory has been hosting private events since 1969. |
| Interior |
Great care has been taken to preserve the original architectural details such as the beautiful stone walls, wood beamed ceilings, fireplaces and arched windows. |
| Accommodations |
The priory does not offer accommodations but can provide a list of several hotels located within minutes of the reception site. |
| Receptions |
The total capacity of the site is 250 persons seated. It is possible to hold wedding parties in one of their smaller rooms such as the "Monks kitchen" with a capacity of 40 or the "Stables" with a capacity of 70. There is an intimate "Baker's room" that can seat 25-30 people. These rooms are rented unfurnished but the priory offers rental services to arrange the room exactly as requested by the wedding party. |
| Ceremonies |
Symbolic at the priory, religious and civil in the neighbouring villages. |
| Activities |
There are many lovely roman churches and ancient villages nearby. Hiking and cycling. Wine tastings in the local vineyards. |
| Entertainment |
Music and dancing. |
| Price to rent |
Please enquire. |
| Best time |
The priory offers its reception rooms year-round but only on Saturdays. Rental times are from 10:00 am to 5:30 am. |
