Do You Doubs

Unusual & exotic "60's" country house - with a vast enclosed garden - nestled in the heart of a peaceful little Bresse farming village on the banks of the Doubs (a paradise for fishermen and nature lovers alike, classified & protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for the quality of its rich ecosystem), 4.5 km from the charming, typical market town of Saint-Pierre-de-Bresse (renowned eco-museum & numerous amenities, including excellent sports & leisure facilities). Pleasant countryside & natural setting, bordering several other "Natura 2000" or "ZNIEFF" protected areas, nestled in a vast bocage plain of fields & meadows dotted with bucolic ponds & vast state forests, at the foot of the foothills of the Jura Massif, close to several signposted footpaths (a very rich network of hiking trails, some of them signposted as "balade verte", to be discovered in the area), 15 km from the Bresse Jurassienne greenway, 17 km from a cycle route connected to EuroVélo6, 18 km from the GRP de la Bresse Comtoise, 23 km from a referenced 35 km "boucle vélo coup de cœur", 23 km from the Voie Verte Bressane, 23 km from the Verdun-sur-le-Doubs river marina (nestled at the confluence of the Saône & Doubs rivers), 30 km from the first vineyards of the Jura & about 50 km from the vineyards of the Chalonnais, crossing those of the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune (various "Routes des Vins" to discover, including the prestigious "Route des Grands Crus"). Privileged location on the edge of Bresse Bourguignonne - birthplace of the famous AOC Bresse poultry - at the crossroads of the Jura & Côte d'Or departments, not far from the Chalonnais, Tournugeois-Clunisois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") & Pays Beaunois. Ideal for 3 departments: 18 km from Seurre, 37 km from Louhans (& its famous "Rue aux 157 arcades", iconic medieval shopping street), 34 km from Dole (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 38 km from Lons-le-Saunier, 42 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire") & 44 km from Beaune. The perfect address for a 100% rejuvenating getaway for two, in gentle simplicity, close to nature!

Unusual "longère" country cottage, with original "sixties" architecture (built in the 60s), set in a peaceful Bresse farming village. Nestled in unspoilt countryside in the foothills of the Jura Massif, in the heart of the verdant Doubs Valley, just 2 km from the gîte are the banks of the river (a literal paradise for kayakers and fishermen, famous for its catfish, pike-perch and carp, with natural beaches), a remarkable protected area & classified as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its very rich ecosystem (exceptional bird sanctuary with 160 species of birds and very rare plant varieties), Fretterans boasts a very restful, unspoilt rural & natural setting, nestled in a vast bocage plain of arable fields & meadows dotted with bucolic ponds, nestled between two vast state forests, literal wild "green lungs" dotted with footpaths (to be explored on foot or mountain bike), and home to a fishing pond equipped with a picnic area (fishing possible without a "carte fédérale"). A comfortable gîte with a gentle vintage country atmosphere, a touch of retro, totally relaxing and relaxing. Large & rare authentic 21m² veranda with terrace area (with the possibility of an outdoor terrace "sur cour" if required). Pleasantly large 400m² enclosed lawned garden. Large gated courtyard (offering shaded parking in summer).
Composition : Single-storey detached house. Gas-fired central heating. Living room/kitchen, TV room, 1 bedroom (bed 2 p. 140x190cm), shower room, separate WC. Veranda (covered terrace) + terrace overlooking courtyard + enclosed courtyard with gate + private parking. Enclosed garden (400m²) hosting a neighbor's small vegetable garden (potentially shared space if present on site / little traffic). Supermarkets and amenities 4.5 km away. Railway station 34 km.