Domaine de la Crête

Ideal location on the Jura & Côte d'Or borders! Elegant, charming gîte nestled in a charming contemporary residence (rebuilt "as is" on the basis of a traditional Bresse farmhouse) nestled in the countryside, on the edge of a vast plateau of fields & meadows, on the outskirts of a small rural residential hamlet, 10 km from the typical market town of Pierre-de-Bresse (many shops including supermarkets & renowned eco-museum housed in a sumptuous 17th-century château) & 12 km from the charming town of Seurre ("ville d'eau" with its rich heritage / all amenities on site). Small village nestled on the edge of a vast national forest not far from the Saône valley, in the green lower Doubs valley (a paradise for fishermen and nature lovers alike, classified & protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for the quality of its rich ecosystem), not far from the first wooded foothills of the Jura massif. A pleasant countryside environment, both agricultural and natural, combining plains of arable fields and hedged farmland dotted with bucolic ponds and vast wild forests, bordering various sectors protected by "Zone Natura 2000" or "ZNIEFF" for their wealth of flora and fauna (including Le grand Étang de Pontoux, an exceptional sensitive natural area unique in Burgundy, nesting & bird sanctuary with over 130 recorded species). On the route of the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône-et-Loire by bike), close to several signposted footpaths including "balades vertes" (very rich network of similar paths criss-crossing the region, to be explored on foot or mountain bike), 12 km from the Voie Bleue along the Saône (linked to EuroVélo6), 16 km from the Voie Verte de la Bresse Jurasienne, 26 km from the Verdun-sur-le-Doubs river marina (nestled at the confluence of the Saône and Doubs rivers), 40 km from the Jura vineyards and the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune & 50 km from the Côtes Chalonnaises (various wine routes to discover, including the "Route des Grands Vins" & the prestigious "Route des Grands Crus" through the legendary wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault...). Privileged location at the crossroads of the Jura & Côte d'or departments, on the borders of Bresse Bourguignonne - birthplace of the famous Bresse poultry AOC - not far from the Chalonnais, Tournugeois-Clunisois (certified "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") & Pays Beaunois. Perfectly located for 3 départements: 28 km from Dole (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 38 km from Beaune, 40 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 42 km from Louhans (capital of Bresse & its famous "Rue aux 157 arcades", iconic medieval shopping street), 50 km from Lons-le-Saunier & 48 km from Chagny (renowned for its Sunday morning gourmet market). A choice resort for a rejuvenating "mini-tribe" break! With family and friends alike!

Wheat farmers practicing "sustainable agriculture," Sylvie & Rémy welcome you to a charming contemporary home built "exactly as the original" based on a traditional Bresse farmhouse (dismantled several kilometers away and then rebuilt on site, preserving in particular the exceptional star-shaped roof truss) nestled in a cul-de-sac on the edge of a small rural residential hamlet, opening onto a vast plateau of fields and meadows, just a stone’s throw from the quaint village of Pourlans, home to a vast national Forest, a literal 660-hectare "green lung" dotted with ponds (to be explored on foot or by mountain bike). Deep in the Bresse countryside, bordering the Saône and the Doubs (a paradise for kayakers and anglers, famous for its catfish, pikeperch, and carp, with natural beaches), a remarkable ecosystem protected as a "Natura 2000" site (an exceptional bird sanctuary home to 160 species of birds and very rare plant varieties). Very comfortable holiday cottage. Extremely spacious. Spacious living area (70 m²). Warm country charm enhanced by the character of the original structure (bricks and half-timbering, beams, and a magnificent exposed roof structure upstairs). Fully equipped with high-quality amenities. Pleasant, well-maintained garden (with lawn, flowers, and greenery) featuring a mini "herb garden" and a swing. "Natural" pétanque court in the courtyard. Spacious covered terrace offering a superb unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside (no neighbors directly across). Opportunity to observe wildlife on-site (deer, wild boars, hares, foxes…).
Layout: Detached house (access via a 500-meter gravel driveway). Heat pump + fireplace. Ground floor: open-concept living-kitchen-dining area, 1 bedroom (queen-size bed 140x190cm), accessible bathroom (shower/toilet), gaming room (foosball), laundry room. First floor: mezzanine lounge, 4 bedrooms (queen-size bed 160x200cm / 2 with twin beds 90x190cm / double bed 140x190cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Covered terrace (with griddle) + garden + courtyard + private parking. Shops, including supermarkets, 10 km away.