la Clef des Champs

Between City & Countryside in the heart of the Saône Valley, just a stone's throw from several major Greenways! Family-run bed and breakfast in the spirit of a totally independent "appartement d'hôtes", nestled under the roof of a fully restored "seventies" country house (dating from 1978), set on a 1000m² enclosed property, very close to the typical market towns of Saint-Marcel and Ouroux-sur-Saône (numerous local amenities including supermarkets) & 10 km from downtown Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "City of Art & History"). In the heart of the Countryside (a large part of which is classified as a ZNIEFF), in a peaceful little rural hamlet nestling on the edge of meadows on the edge of the vast Chalonnais state forest, bordering the banks of the Saône (protected under Zone Natura 2000 for its exceptional ecosystems). Peace & tranquility in the heart of an unspoilt setting of plains & valleys combining nature, agriculture & viticulture, between wooded bocage meadows, vineyards & vast wild wooded areas (dotted with numerous "natural" footpaths to explore on foot or mountain bike, including a vast network of "balades vertes" criss-crossing the area). Ultra-privileged Location 1.5 km from the Voie Verte route of the "Grande boucle de la Bourgogne du sud", adjoining the Voie Bleue (running along the Saône) and the Voie Verte Bressane (serving the Bresse & Jura Massif), linked to the north to the EuroVélo6 (along the famous Canal du Centre / navigable route to be discovered by boat or on foot) as well as to the Voie Verte "du Morvan aux Vignobles" & the "Voie du Tacot" (in the direction of Beaune) and the EuroVélo17 & the famous "ViaRhôna" cycle route to the south, 10 km from the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de la Saône-et-Loire by bike), very close to the Romanesque church circuit. A choice location at the crossroads of Côte d'Or, Pays Beaunois, Bresse Bourguignonne & Tournugeois-Clunisois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), bordering the nearby world-renowned vineyards of Côtes Chalonnaises (including the famous "Val d'Or" at Mercurey & the splendid Vaux valley, "la petite Suisse chalonnaise"), Couchois, Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune ("Route des Grands Vins" to discover, extended by the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" passing through the mythical wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault...). 18 km from the charming medieval wine town of Givry, 21 km from Verdun-Ciel (river Marina, nestled at the confluence of the Doubs & Saône rivers), 23 km from Cuisery, one of France's 8 exclusive "Villages du Livre", 28 km from Chagny (famous for its Sunday morning gourmet Market), 27 km from Tournus, 30 km from Louhans (capital of Bresse & its famous "Rue aux 157 arcades", iconic medieval shopping street), 32 km from the medieval village of Brancion, 38 km from Beaune, 39 km from Seurre, 50 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny & 55 km from Lons-le-Saunier (capital of Jura). The perfect "refuge" for a "low-cost" stopover, for lovers or families! Ideal for touring cyclists!

Béatrice welcomes you to a "seventies" country house (dating from 1978) completely renovated & refurbished into a gentle holiday home, nestled in a peaceful setting just a stone's throw from several major "adjoining" Voies Vertes, in the heart of a small rural hamlet (residential & agricultural), on the edge of meadows (home to the peaceful & famous Charolais cows in season), on the edge of a vast national forest dotted with ponds & natural footpaths (the area's literal "green lung", linked to the vast expanse of wild forests encircling Chalon-sur-Saône / to be explored on relaxing walks or mountain bike rides). Total tranquility, in the heart of the Chalonnaise peri-urban Countryside (classified as a ZNIEFF for its wealth of flora & fauna), in the hollow of the Val de Saône, a soothing, unspoilt natural setting combining fields of crops, wooded bocage & nearby vineyards, right on the banks of the river (a literal paradise for fishermen & other kayakers, as well as nature lovers, a natural area protected under the Natura 2000 zone for its exceptional ecosystems & biotopes). Comfortable family suite nestled under the roof in "cocoon cabin" style. Spacious rooms. Contemporary country style with a touch of vintage. Vast sheltered terrace. Pleasant 1000m² lawned and flowered garden overlooking meadows.
Composition : Family guest apartment on the 1st floor (fully private) of the owner's house. Wifi (fiber). PAC heating. Air-conditioning. 2 independent bedrooms communicating via corridor (bed 2 p. 140x200cm / bed 2 p. 140x190cm), bathroom (shower/Wc). Microwave + small fridge/freezer + dining area + TV in each room. Access to owner's kitchen possible. Breakfast served in owner's living room on ground floor (wood-burning stove) or on terrace in fine weather. Sheltered terrace + enclosed garden (1000m²) + bike room + private parking. Supermarket & small shops 4.5 km. Restaurant 3.5 km.