Chez la Monette

Elegant, charming gîte nestled in a delightful Morvan farmhouse dating from 1819 - steeped in history and meticulously restored to the highest standards - located 14 km from Autun, a "Ville d'Art & d'Histoire" (City of Art and History), a historic "Relais de Rome" in the heart of Burgundy, rich in 2000 years of human presence (all amenities on site). In the heart of the Autun countryside, in a small rural hamlet nestled on the edge of the bocage, bordering one of France's largest wild and unspoilt forests (crossed by the GR131 & 137). Interesting location on the southeastern slopes of the Morvan massif, at the gateway to the Parc Naturel, at the crossroads of the Couchois & Beaunois, Côte d'Or & Nièvre regions, very close to the Romanesque church circuit, 1 km from the greenway connected to the EuroVélos6, 2 km from a hiking trail marked out as a "balade verte" (starting from the prestigious nearby Château de Sully), 11 km of a referenced cycle route and mountain bike itinerary linked to the legendary GTMC & a 16 km "coup de cœur" mountain bike loop, 20 kms from the first Couchois vineyards (Côtes Chalonnaises) adjoining the famous Côtes de Beaune and Hautes Côtes de Beaune (illustrious wine route to explore, including the Route des Grands Crus) and 26 km from the Canal du Centre (the "Canal tranquille"). In the heart of the Autunois, a sublime natural territory dotted with numerous marked hiking trails in the heart of nature, steeped in tradition, legend and mystery, rich in literally exceptional heritage (ancient, medieval, industrial...) and absolutely grandiose landscapes (gentle rolling mountains combining hedged farmland, green valleys, rivers and majestic forests). A prime location for exploring: 26 km from the wine & spa town of Santenay (casino on site), 30 km from Le Creusot (& its renowned Combes amusement park / Le Creusot TGV station 36 km away), 31 km from Chagny (river port linked to the Canal du Centre), 33 km from Beaune, 39 km from the famous Gallo-Roman archeological site of Bibracte (labelled "Grand Site de France"), 39 km from Beaune, 47 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labelled "Ville d'Art & d'Histoire"), 48 km from Château-Chinon and 49 km from Lac des Settons (supervised beach with fine sand, nautical leisure center & multiple aquatic activities).

A delightful Morvan farmhouse dating from 1819, steeped in history ("family home" since time immemorial, having once housed the village bistro), carefully restored to the highest standards, as a comfortable holiday home. In the heart of the Autun countryside, in a small rural hamlet nestling on the edge of the bocage (where peaceful Charolais cows graze in season) & a mini meadow home to a few sheep & Adèle, the owners' donkey, 2 km from the majestic 16th-century Château de Sully (classified MH), one of France's most beautiful private buildings open to the public and the birthplace of Mac Mahon, President of the French Republic. Nestled in the green valley of the Drée (& its fish-filled river), this former mining village boasts a rich heritage (old Gothic church, Mac-Mahon funeral chapel, 13th-century monastery & priory, several chapels, mining remains...) and a bucolic, gentle mountain landscape, alternating rolling bocage & vast forest (including the 300-hectare PEFC-certified communal forest). Spacious, comfortable gîte. Warm country charm with contemporary accents combined with meticulous heritage restoration (monumental stone fireplace mantel, French ceilings & original beams). Lots of charm & character. Ultra-cozy atmosphere. Large, exposed & shaded terrace (west-facing) opens onto a pleasant garden planted with flowers and featuring a pétanque court and ping-pong table.
Composition: Detached single-storey house adjoining the owners' home (total independence without vis-à-vis). Wifi connection. PAC heating. Fireplace. Living room-kitchen-lounge, 3 bedrooms, one with TV (bed 2 p. 160x200cm / bed 2 p. 140x190cm / electric bed 2 p. 140x190cm), 2 shower rooms (showers / dt one PMR with Wc), separate Wc. Garden + terrace + pétanque + ping-pong area + bike room + private parking. Local shops 1.5km away. TGV line 150m from gîte.