La Cigale du Soleil

A beautiful bucolic setting! Authentic, traditional 19th-century farmhouse steeped in history, nestled in a magnificent, unspoilt setting of nature and greenery in the heart of the famous Charolais bocage. In the heart of the splendid Charolais-Brionnais region, with its sumptuous landscapes, renowned gastronomy and literally exceptional historical heritage (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), dotted with numerous signposted "balades vertes" hiking trails (including on site). Absolute peace and quiet on the edge of a charming, typical Brionnais village on the Romanesque church route, 6 km from a referenced cycling itinerary ("Coup de Cœur" cycling loop), 7 km from La Clayette, 15 km from Charolles, 22 km from Paray-le-Monial (& its illustrious basilica), 26 km from Marcigny, 34 km from Digoin (& its river marina), 44 km from the famous abbey town of Cluny & 46 km from Roanne. Change of scenery and rejuvenation guaranteed! A relaxing little corner of paradise for young and old alike! Ideal for a low-cost getaway!

Jeanne, a retired farmer, is delighted to welcome you to her childhood home, full of memories and history (an authentic 19th-century traditional farmhouse), nestled in the heart of the Brionnais countryside, in a sumptuously preserved setting of nature and greenery, in the heart of the magnificent Charolais bocage, with only the famous Charolais cattle grazing peacefully. A residential hamlet adjoining the typical little village of Saint-Symphorien-des-Bois, where, according to legend, Henri IV's white horse was raised (11th century Romanesque chapel to discover). Beautiful, bucolic setting. Absolute peace and quiet with no neighbours. A real little corner of paradise for young and old, on the edge of vast meadows and pastures, bordering vast forests (many hiking trails on site). Spacious gîte decorated in a charming, rustic, vintage country style that's a complete change of scenery. Large gravel terrace, exposed and shaded. Pleasant natural garden overlooking the bocage. Beautiful unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. Splendid scenery & panorama.
Composition: Detached house comprising a duplex gîte and a small permanent rental (total independence without vis-à-vis). Gas-fired central heating. Ground floor: living room-kitchen. 1 bedroom (double bed 160x200cm), shower room, separate wc. 1st floor: 1 bedroom (1 bed 90x190cm + 2 beds 140x190cm). Terrace + garden + private parking + carport + closed bicycle garage. Train station, shops & services 7 km.