Gîte du Loup Blanc

A delightful little corner of the Countryside nestled on the edge of the woods! Elegant authentic 19th-century farmhouse, completely renovated into a comfortable, charming holiday home, nestled in a peaceful setting on the edge of meadows & forests - on a pleasant, well-kept 1 ha property - in the heart of the unspoilt Charolais Countryside (on a site protected as a ZNIEFF for its rich ecosystems) on the edge of one of the smallest villages in Saône-et-Loire, 7.5 km from Charolles, the "Venice of Charolais", famous city of Charles the Bold (all amenities on site, including supermarket). A soothing, undulating setting combining agriculture and nature, nestled in the gentle Arconce valley, in the heart of the bucolic local bocage dotted with ponds, rivers & deep, wild forests. A choice Location on the routes of various signposted footpaths (linked to a vast network of "balades vertes" criss-crossing the region, some of which are nearby, for walking or mountain biking), adjacent to the Romanesque church circuit, 11 km from the Voie Verte du Canal du Centre (linked to the Eurovélo6 as well as the "Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo"), 14 km from the GR7, 17 km from the Voie Verte "Véloire" (running alongside the Loire, Europe's last wild river, protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone") connected to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône et Loire à vélo), 20 km of a signposted "VTT-FFC" mountain bike itinerary (linked to a vast network of similar routes criss-crossing the Brionnais region), 30 km from the first vineyards of the Mâconnais and Côtes Chalonnaises regions, and 50 km from the Beaujolais vineyards, the world's first UNESCO Geopark ("Route des Vins de Bourgogne" & various Routes des Vins du Beaujolais to discover). Right in the heart of the magnificent Charolais-Brionnais region (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), a land of livestock farming and ultra-famous traditions, with sumptuous landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage, cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle breed, at the crossroads of the Mâconnais, Clunisois-Tournugeois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") & Chalonnais regions, not far from Beaujolais, Sologne & Mountain Bourbonnaise and Pays Roannais. Ideal location for touring (RCEA 9 km away): 16 km from Paray-le-Monial, 27 km from the medieval village of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of the most beautiful sites in Burgundy, with a literally unique 360° panoramic "belvedere"), 32 km from Digoin (river Marina nestled at the convergence of 3 canals), 36 km from the medieval village of Semur-en-Brionnais (awarded the rare "Plus beaux villages de France" label), 36 km from Marcigny, 37 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 41 km from the charming medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National (awarded the "Cités de Caractère de Bourgogne-Franche-Comté" label), 45 km from Le Creusot TGV station, 46 km from Charlieu, 54 km from the sumptuous landscape gem of Roche de Solutré, awarded the "Grand Site de France" label & 54 km from Mâcon Loché TGV station. The perfect "pied à terre" for a relaxing "green getaway" with the family! Ideal for Kids!

Car enthusiasts Nicole & Paul welcome you to an elegant, carefully restored 19th-century traditional farmhouse, nestled in the heart of the unspoilt Charolais countryside (on a site protected as a ZNIEFF for its wealth of wildlife), on the outskirts of one of the smallest villages in Saône-et-Loire. Absolute tranquility, nestled on the edge of meadows, on the edge of a beautiful wild Forest, in the heart of the magnificent local bocage (home to the peaceful & famous Charolais cows in season). A soothing, unspoilt setting of nature and greenery. A true haven of peace & rest, offering the rare privilege of observing wildlife (deer, hares, foxes, birds of prey, ferrets, numerous birds...). Very comfortable Holiday cottage. Very spacious. Vast living room. Warm country charm with contemporary accents, enhanced by rich traces of the original building (fireplace mantel, stone lintels, niches & pillars, terracotta floor tiles, beams...). Enormous charm & character. Cosy & cozy. Exposed terrace complemented by a large sheltered terrace. Very pleasant 1-hectare property, carefully grassed, planted with flowers and trees (cherry, pear, peach, mirabelle... / Picking possible), featuring an Unusual small pond (with frogs & goldfish) and a "natural" petanque court in the courtyard.
Composition: Holiday cottage adjoining the owner's house (total independence). Wifi (fiber). Mixed central heating (wood/oil). Air-conditioning on first floor. Ground floor: living room-kitchen (sofa bed 130x190cm as extra bed), bedroom (double bed 140x190cm) with TV & private bathroom (shower/Wc), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. 1st floor: bedroom (bed 2 p. 140x190cm + bed 1 p. 90x190cm), TV lounge on mezzanine, bathroom (bath/Wc). Terrace + sheltered terrace + private parking. Shared garden (1 ha). Amenities including supermarket 7.5 km.