l'Ancienne Ecole

Holiday cottage in a charming, authentic former schoolhouse dating from the end of the 19th century - typical of the 3rd Republic - nestled on the edge of fields and meadows, in a picturesque, peaceful village 8 km from the charming town of Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune (river Marina & local shops including supermarket). Total tranquility, in the gentle rolling Chalonnaise Countryside, rich in protected natural areas classified as ZNIEFF & "Zone Natura 2000" (for their rich ecosystems), in the heart of a superb preserved setting combining agriculture, viticulture & nature between bocage dotted with rivers & ponds, vineyard slopes and vast wild forests, nestled between the bucolic valleys of the Dheune and Vaux (the sumptuous "Little Switzerland of the Vineyard"), close to the famous "Val d'Or" & its renowned "Mercurey" cru (leader of the Côte Chalonnaise crus, one of the oldest AOCs in France). Location of choice at the start of several "wild" Hiking trails (many other signposted "balades vertes" winding through the area between nature & vineyards, to be explored on foot or mountain bike), adjoining the Romanesque church circuit & the "Route des Grands Vins" (Côtes Chalonnaises & Couchois) which continues the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" (crossing the mythical wine-producing villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault...), 2 km from the EuroVélo6 cycle route along the famous Canal du Centre (linked to the "Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo"), 12 km from the GR76 (linked to the GR7), 17 km from the Voie Verte "du Morvan aux Vignobles" linked to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône-et-Loire à vélos), 17 km from the Voie Verte "La Voie des Vignes" (36 km route through the vineyards of Burgundy's Grand Crus, the most eminent in the world) & 19 km from the Voie Verte of the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du sud". Privileged location just a stone's throw from the Couchois vineyards (first vines 7 km away), not far from the world-famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune vineyards, at the crossroads of Côte d'Or, Pays Beaunois, Charolais-Brionnais (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), Autunois & Morvan. An ultra-privileged location: 12 km from the seven menhirs of Epoigny (one of Burgundy's most important megalithic sites), 17 km from the spa town of Santenay (casino on site), 19 km from the wine & medieval towns of Buxy and Givry, 19 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV station 12 km away), 20 km from Chagny, 25 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "City of Art and History"), 30 km from the medieval town of Mont-Saint-Vincent (& its unique belvedere offering a literally exceptional 360° panorama), 35 km from Beaune, 38 km from Autun (labelled "City of Art and History"), 50 km from Tournus, 56 km from the Gallo-Roman archaeological site of Bibracte labelled "Grand Site de France" & 57 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny. A complete change of scenery for a "green getaway" at an affordable price!

A charming, authentic former village school steeped in history - late 19th century building, typical of the 3rd Republic - restored as a Holiday cottage & small village hall by the commune of Morey, nestled in a peaceful setting on the edge of fields & meadows (where peaceful Charolais cows graze in season), a stone's throw from the heart of the village. Nestled on a hillside 437m above sea level, in unspoilt Countryside in the foothills of vast wooded massifs with beautiful wild forests and panoramic lookouts offering breathtaking views (to be discovered on relaxing walks or mountain bike rides), nestled on a bucolic bocage plateau overlooking the gentle Dheune valley (crossed by the famous Canal du Centre), this picturesque rural mini-bourg (formerly a wine-growing village) boasts a notable heritage (elegant 13th-century Romanesque church, calvaries & washhouses, Neolithic & Roman remains) and enjoys an enchanting, undulating landscape, totally soothing & relaxing. Comfortable Holiday cottage. Spacious & bright. Country cachet with contemporary accents, mixed with the 100% exotic soul of the place. Large enclosed grounds open onto the surrounding pastures, featuring a vast tree-lined courtyard (appreciated shady parking in summer), a terrace "sur cour" (exposed or sheltered as needed under the historic vast préau with its imposing "cathedral" volume), a pétanque court & a natural area nestled at the back of the house. Beautiful, unobstructed views over the gentle Countryside.
Composition: Detached house with a small village hall on the ground floor (capacity 65 p. / closed when the Holiday cottage is rented out). Wifi (fiber). Electric heating. Holiday cottage on 1st floor: living room-kitchen, 2 bedrooms (double bed 140x190cm / double bed 140x190cm + single bed 90x190cm), shower room, separate toilet. Enclosed grounds (courtyard & natural terrain) + terrace (sheltered if required / carport possible) + pétanque court + parking lot. Shops & services 8 km.