Gîte du Pigeonnier

Elegant authentic 19th-century farmhouse completely renovated into a comfortable holiday home - communal gîte that can be rented with the town hall's village hall & reception - located in the heart of a peaceful rural village 9 km from the charming, typical market town of Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, nestled at the confluence of the Doubs & Saône rivers (all amenities on site and river marina). Very quiet setting, nestled in the heart of the Bresse countryside, in a pleasant, unspoilt natural setting, a plain of hedged farmland, meadows & crops, dotted with bucolic ponds & rivers, encircled by numerous wild forests, bordering several protected sites classified as "Natura 2000 zones" for their remarkable ecosystems. At the start of a signposted "discovery trail" (with riddles for children) and very close to numerous signposted footpaths in "balades vertes" (a rich network to be explored in the area), 10 km from the greenway connected to EuroVélo6 and 24 km from the Romanesque church circuit. Interesting location in the heart of Bresse Bourguignonne (birthplace of the famous AOC Bresse poultry), not far from the mountainous foothills of the Jura massif, at the crossroads of the Chalonnais, Bresse Jurassienne & Pays Beaunois regions - all rich in magnificent landscapes, renowned gastronomy and exceptional heritage - at the crossroads of the Jura & Côte d'Or departments, 35 km from the vineyards of the Côtes Chalonnaises bordering the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côte de Beaune & 40 km from the first vineyards of the Jura (various wine routes to explore, including the illustrious Route des Grands Crus). Ideal for touring: 23 km from Seurre, 24 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 30 km from Beaune, 31 km from Louhans (& its iconic medieval street with 157 arcades), 39 km from Cuisery, one of France's 8 exclusive "Villages du Livre", 42 km from Tournus (world-renowned abbey site), 47 km from Lons-le-Saunier, 50 km from Dole (classified as a "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire") & 56 km from Le Creusot TGV station. The perfect address for an ultra-relaxing getaway for all the family!

Authentic traditional 19th-century farmhouse, elegantly restored & refurbished as a comfortable holiday home by the commune of St-Didier-en-Bresse, nestled in the heart of this peaceful rural farming & residential village, with a children's playground (swing, slide, spring-loaded games, basketball hoop, ping-pong table...) and petanque courts adjacent to the gîte. Calm & tranquility in the heart of the Bresse countryside, nestled in beautiful, unspoilt agricultural & natural surroundings, a succession of gentle meadows, pastures & bocages, dotted with bucolic rivers & fish-filled ponds, a stone's throw from several vast, wild forests (to be explored on relaxing walks or mountain bike rides), in close proximity to the banks of the Doubs (a kayaker's paradise and an ultra-famous fishing site for its famous catfish, pike-perch and carp), a remarkable ecosystem, part of which is classified as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its exceptional 160-species bird sanctuary and rare plant varieties (one of many such protected natural areas in the area). Spacious, comfortable gîte. Contemporary cachet enhanced by the subtle preservation of rich traces of the past (lovely cement tiles, molded doors, fireplace mantel...). Zen and relaxing atmosphere. Exposed & shaded double terrace (one partly sheltered). Pleasant large private grounds including a meadow with fruit orchard (apple, cherry, mirabelle...).
Composition : Detached house. Wifi connection. Gas central heating. Ground floor: kitchen, living room, PMR bedroom (2-p. 160x200cm bed), PMR shower room, separate PMR toilet. 1st floor: 4 bedrooms (bed 2 p. 160x200cm / bed 2 p. 160x200cm / 2 beds 1 p. 90x200cm / 4 beds 1 p. 90x200cm including 2 bunk beds), 2 shower rooms, separate WC. Land + double terrace (one partly sheltered) + private parking. Supermarket 6 km. Amenities 9 km.