Au Petit Bonheur Chez Bambina

A sumptuous wine-growing setting at the very southern tip of Burgundy, 11 km from the center of Mâcon & within easy reach of all amenities, in the very heart of the bucolic Leynes vineyard and its famous Saint-Véran cru! Authentic 17th-century Cistercian monastery, steeped in history & fully restored, nestled "en balcon" on a southwest-facing hillside overlooking the gentle Arlois valley, just a stone's throw from the center of the charming wine-growing village of Leynes, in the hollow of a sublime valley of vineyards dominated by the wooded ridges of a small forest area protected as a "Natura 2000" zone (for the quality of its ecosystem). Privileged location on the borders of the Mâconnais & Haut Beaujolais mountains, in the extension of the famous "Val Lamartinien" & the sumptuous neighbouring landscape jewel of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson labelled "Grand Site de France" (5.5 km), on the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne", the Romanesque churches circuit, the GR76 (Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle), a referenced mountain bike trail (connected to a vast signposted "mountain bike area" criss-crossing the massif) & a signposted "balade verte" hiking trail (several other trails of the same type winding between vineyards and open countryside to discover in the surrounding area), 7 km from the voie verte and 8 km from the EuroVélo17 cycle route along the Saône. At the crossroads of the Rhône & Ain, Mâconnais, Beaujolais, Clunisois-Tournugeois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") & Bresse de l'Ain, all rich in grandiose landscapes, literally exceptional heritage and world-renowned gastronomy. Ideal for access to several départements (A6 & RCEA connection 6 km away): 5 km from Saint-Amour-Bellevue (ultra-renowned gastronomic stopover with "star" restaurants), 6 km from Mâcon Loché TGV station, 13 km from Touroparc Zoo animal park, 26 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais), 26 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 36 km from Villefranche-sur-Saône, 43 km from Tournus & 44 km from Bourg-en-Bresse. A perfect bubble of serenity for a soothing country break in an exceptional setting!

Bambina welcomes you to a house steeped in history, an authentic restored 17th-century Cistercian monastery nestled on a south-facing hillside in the very heart of the famous Saint-Véran cru vineyards (direct access to the owner's vineyards, through a small gate), overlooking the bucolic Arlois valley (the only one in Burgundy whose geological particularity produces the white, rosé and red wines of both southern Burgundy and northern Beaujolais). Very quiet residential hamlet nestled on the very first heights of the picturesque village of Leynes, a delightful wine-producing village typical of the Côtes Mâconnaises, perfectly preserved (12th-century Romanesque church, several castles, beautiful, carefully restored historic homes, washhouses, etc.), nestled amphitheatrically in the hollow of a sumptuous vineyard valley beneath the wooded crests of a small forest protected as a "Natura 2000" zone, at the foot of a vast, wild forest massif. Sublime countryside & natural setting, offering splendid panoramas & landscapes (on a clear day, you can see the Alps & Vercors, all the way to Mont-Blanc from the top of the village). Comfortable two-storey gîte in a former cowshed, in the spirit of an open-plan "mini loft". A warm country feel, with a mix of shabby chic, contemporary spirit and subtle "brocante" touches. Lots of charm. Cosy & cozy. Large, shady, south-facing terrace. Pleasant, well-tended garden planted with flowers (shared with owner). Beautiful unobstructed view from the property.
Composition: Gîte adjoining the owner's home (total independence). Wifi (fiber). Electric heating. Ground floor: kitchen-living room-lounge. 1st floor: 1 open-plan mezzanine bedroom (2 double beds 140x190cm) with en-suite shower room/WC. Private terrace + parking. Shared garden. All amenities including supermarket 7 km away. Free laundry service provided by owner.