Chez Nick et Martine

Comfortable, charming cocoon "on" the banks of the famous Canal du Centre! Delightful "suite" with sheltered balcony-veranda & private terrace nestled in an authentic, fully-restored 18th-century country house, quietly situated on a property with a pleasant 2000m² "natural" walled garden, in the heart of a peaceful residential hamlet steeped in history, 2.5 km from the picturesque nautical & shopping village of Génelard (amenities on site, including supermarket) & 4.5 km from the sumptuous 18th-century Château de Digoine, literally the "heritage pearl" of South Burgundy. Magnificent, unspoilt countryside setting, nestled in the verdant Bourbince valley (protected under ZNIEFF for its wealth of flora & fauna), at the crossroads of the Creusot countryside & northern Charolais, a magnificent, undulating setting combining agriculture & nature, between bucolic bocage, Forest, rivers & ponds (partly protected under various "Zones Natura 2000" for the quality of its ecosystems). An ultra-privileged Location on the Romanesque church circuit, numerous signposted "balades vertes" trails (a vast network of paths of the same type throughout the region, to be explored on foot or mountain bike) & the EuroVélo6 cycle route running alongside the Canal du Centre (adjoining the Voie Verte), 8 km from a 43 km referenced "boucle vélo coup de cœur", 15 km from the "Véloire" greenway (running alongside the Loire, the last "wild river in Europe" protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone"), 19 km from the legendary GTMC (Grande Traversée du Massif Central) mountain bike circuit and some 40 km (equidistance) from the first vineyards of the Côtes Mâconnaises & Côtes Chalonnaises ("Routes des Vins de Bourgogne" & "Route des Grands Vins" to discover). On the edge of the sublime, unspoilt Charolais-Brionnais region (cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle & sheep breeds), rich in splendid landscapes, renowned gastronomy and exceptional historical heritage (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), at the crossroads of Autunois-Morvan, Chalonnais, not far from Mâconnais & Clunisois-Tournugeois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"). Ideal for touring: 17 km from Charolles, 17 km from Paray-le-Monial (famous "Sacré Coeur" sanctuary), 25 km from the medieval town of Mont-Saint-Vincent (& its exceptional panoramic "belvedere"), 27 km from Digoin (river Marina nestled at the convergence of 3 canals), 38 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / 35 km from Le Creusot TGV station), 42 km from Marcigny, 43 km from the medieval spa town of Bourbon-Lancy (Casino on site) & 48 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny. The perfect refuge for touring cyclists ("Accueil Vélo" label address) or for a relaxing romantic break!

Martine & Nick, English by birth & Burgundian by adoption, welcome you to a fully restored traditional 18th-century home, quietly situated on the edge of an alleyway in the heart of a peaceful little hamlet steeped in history (a former "potters' quarter" once linked to the many local factories) nestling on the banks of the Canal du Centre. Peace & quiet, right in the countryside, on the edge of meadows (with the famous Charolais cows as neighbors in season), a stone's throw from the banks of the Bourbince & the Étang de Palinges (fishing & leisure). Soothing, unspoilt setting, combining bucolic hedged meadows & gentle wild forests, 2.5 km from the picturesque market town of Génelard, formerly a goods port nicknamed "the cobblestone quay of Paris" (a quarter of the capital's cobblestones were loaded here), now a "halte nautique" (marina). Spacious, comfortable suite. Warm, country style, combining "tradition & modernity" in a delicious mix & match of vintage (40's & 50's) and contemporary touches. Lots of charm. Cosy, cocooning atmosphere. Sheltered veranda-balcony, complemented by a private terrace at the foot of the room. Vast 2000m² enclosed garden, inspired by nature, featuring a fruit orchard (apple, plum, pear, walnut, cherry... / pick-your-own), a landscaped relaxation area & a henhouse (the rare privilege of fresh eggs on demand at breakfast!).
Composition : Totally independent suite on the 1st floor of the owners' house. Wifi (fiber) + TV. Gas central heating. Comprising: living room (relaxation & dining area) + bedroom (2-p. 140x190cm electric bed) + private bathroom (shower/Wc). Microwave available. "Packed lunch on request. Breakfast served in room. Sheltered veranda balcony + courtyard terrace + private parking. Shared enclosed garden (2000m²). Bicycle storage. Shops 1.5 km. Supermarket 3 km. Restaurant 5 km.