Gîte Célina

Peace & tranquility in a bucolic 1 ha estate, most of it natural, with a wealth of leisure facilities! Charming traditional Bresse farmhouse dating from the late 19th century, fully restored (with sauna), nestled in a peaceful rural & agricultural hamlet, on a superb, well-kept 3000m² enclosed property - including an atypical above-ground swimming pool (3.5x5.5m) & pétanque court - 9.5 km from the charming, typical market town of Saint-Germain-du-Bois (many amenities, including supermarket). Soothing, unspoilt rural & natural setting, nestled on the edge of wooded meadows, in the heart of the Louhannaise countryside, combining agriculture & nature (partly protected as "Zones Natura 2000" or "ZNIEFF" for its rich ecosystems), a vast bocage plain dotted with ponds & beautiful wild forests nestled at the foot of the first mountain foothills of the Jura Massif, not far from the banks of the Doubs (a protected natural site, a paradise for fishermen & kayakers as well as nature lovers). Ideally located on the routes of several "balades vertes" footpaths (a vast network of similar hiking trails throughout the region, on foot or mountain bike) & the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône-et-Loire by bike), 11 km from a referenced 35 km "boucle vélo coup de cœur", 13 km from the famous GRP de la Bresse Comtoise trail connected to the GR59 (crossing the Bresse Jurassienne & the foothills of the Revermont vineyards), 13 km of the Voie Verte de la Bresse Jurassienne, 25 km of the Voie Verte Bressane, 26 km of the Voie Bleue linked to EuroVélo6, 25 kms of the first vineyards of the Jura and some 50 kms of the vineyards of the Côtes Chalonnaises extended by the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune ("Route des Vins du Jura", "Route des Grands Vins" & the illustrious "Route des Grand Crus" to explore). In the heart 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 (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") and Pays Beaunois. An ideal location for exploring several départements: 14 km from Pierre-de-Bresse labelled "Cité de Caractère de Bourgogne Franche Comté" (renowned Ecomuseum nestled in a sumptuous 17th-century château), 25 km from Louhans, 30 km from Verdun-sur-le-Doubs 30 km (river marina nestled at the confluence of the Saône & Doubs rivers), 31 km from Lons-le-Saunier, 33 km from Seurre, 43 km from Dole (labeled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 43 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 45 km from Cuisery (listed among the very exclusive 8 French "Villages du Livre"), 58 km from Tournus & 54 km from Beaune. A relaxing, 100% fun "pied à terre" for young and old, ideal for a gentle "green getaway" with family and friends alike! A literal haven of peace & rest!

Marie-Ange & Michel (passionate amateur beekeepers, honey production on site), welcome you to a delightful, fully-restored, traditional late 19th-century Bresse farmhouse in the heart of the countryside, on a splendid 1 ha wooded property (largely natural, with its own hives), nestled on the edge of meadows (with cows as close neighbors). Total tranquility in a peaceful little rural & agricultural hamlet nestled in a soothing, unspoilt rural & natural setting, offering the opportunity to observe wildlife (deer, squirrels, hedgehogs, foxes etc.). Spacious, comfortable gîte. Warm country charm enhanced by the exotic ambience of an old house. Fully equipped to a very high standard. Lots of charm. Large sheltered terrace opening onto a magnificent 3000m² enclosed garden with lawns, flowers, trees & plants (including a fruit orchard : mirabel, plum, apple, pear, fig etc. / pick-your-own) including an unusual above-ground swimming pool (with shower) flanked by a "platform" terrace (mini belvedere), pétanque court, ping-pong table, trampoline & badminton net, perfect secure play area for children & literal haven of rest.
Composition: Detached house including the owner's "miellerie" (small workshop) and a small independent cottage (as bedroom). Wifi (fiber). Electric heating. Wood-burning stove. Ground floor: living room/kitchen, lounge, sauna room (3 p.), shower room (shower/WC), laundry room (with table soccer). 1st floor: 2 bedrooms (bed 2 p. 160x190cm / 2 beds 1 p. 90x190cm + bed 2 p. 140x190cm), shower room (shower/WC). 1 bedroom in independent cottage with outside access (2-bed 140x190cm). Enclosed garden (3000m²) + covered terrace + bike room + swimming pool (3.5x5.5m) + petanque area + trampoline + table tennis + badminton net + private parking. Shops including supermarket 9.5 km away.