L'Orangerie

I was traveling with a friend, and although we obviously preferred twin beds where we stayed I didn't know if it would be possible everywhere, nor did I realize it was an absolute necessity as far as my friend was concerned until we arrived at L'Orangerie. The place has a lovely old house with several units on the property for rental. The units are very nice and well equipped with everything one would need and a modern bathroom and separate toilet. The only problem being no unit has twin beds. The one we were given did have a short couch and as my back was troubling me, my friend said she would sleep on the couch, which didn't look like a good night's sleep. There was an ottoman in the room, the same height as the couch, so the owner left and came back with another the same size, which together made the couch the perfect length and width. She then put a fitted sheet over all three which held them tightly together, and then made up the bed the rest of the way. I was amazed. The owner, Julie, went way out of her way to make us comfortable. The regular bed that I slept in was the best sleep I had while in France. I'm not sure what it was. A combination of a good mattress and the perfect comforter and pillow, maybe. And my traveling companion stated the next morning that she slept better than she had on the whole trip so far. All I can say is that as proprietors go, Julie is fantastic. I had read here how helpful she has been to other guests and now I've found out for myself. It is easy enough to find with GPS, although she sent a separate email with directions, warning me about not confusing it with another similar address. There is parking and you're behind a closed gate. Nice and secure. She even has laundry facilities which we needed badly, but unfortunately didn't find out until we were leaving. I had looked for someplace to stay in Lyon, but prices were high and parking was a problem. If you have a car this is a perfect place from which to visit busy Lyon and return to the peace and quiet of this lovely property. I recommend it!