La Croix Micot

A haven of peace and a little "green" paradise for young and old alike! Peace & quiet guaranteed! Elegant "bourgeoise" character house dating from 1690, steeped in history & carefully restored - with a lovely heated swimming pool (9x4.5m) shared by the 2 gîtes on the property - set in peaceful, rolling Cluny countryside on a pleasant 5000m² enclosed landscaped park with century-old trees, within a vast 30-hectare private estate (largely "natural") featuring a fishing pond & a vast forest with its own hiking trails. A residential hamlet nestled on an exposed hillside, in the heart of a bucolic cirque of bocage & wooded hills, in the heart of a magnificent rural setting preserved by greenery & nature on a site classified & protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" (for its remarkable ecosystem). Ultra-privileged location adjacent to the GR76 & numerous signposted "balades vertes" hiking trails, in close proximity to the vineyards of both the Mâconnais (including the famous "Val Lamartinien") and Beaujolais regions, on the Romanesque churches circuit & the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne", 9 km from the Voie Verte ("Grande boucle de Bourgogne du Sud") & 9 km from the renowned GMT mountain bike trail (Grand Tour du Massif Sud Bourgogne). At the heart of the Clunisois - a superb area with the "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" label - at the crossroads of the Chalonnais & Charolais-Brionnais (with the "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" label). Ideal for exploring: 9 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 31 km from the sumptuous landscape jewel of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson, classified as a "Grand Site de France", 31 km from Charolles, 34 km from Mâcon (Mâcon Loché TGV station 30 km away), 39 km from Tournus, 44 km from La Clayette, 44 km from Paray-le-Monial, 48 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais) and 51 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (classified as a "Ville d'Art & d'Histoire"). Possibility of renting the property's 2 gîtes for a total capacity of 9 people (direct connection with gîte n°507 via a sheltered gallery). The ideal holiday destination for an ultra-resourceful "countrybreak", with idleness and lounging by the pool as a bonus!

Elegant character house dating from 1690, steeped in history, family property since the 18th century, once a winegrowing farm linked to Cluny Abbey, quietly situated in rolling countryside in a peaceful little hamlet set against an exposed hillside, in the hollow of a bucolic cirque of hedged farmland nestling beneath the wooded hills overlooking Cluny. Magnificent, unspoilt setting of nature & greenery, between meadows, vineyards & forests, a literal haven of peace & rest coiled in the heart of a classified "Natura 2000 Zone" site. Beautiful unobstructed views over the surrounding countryside. Superb panoramas & landscapes. Exceptional 30-hectare private estate, largely "natural" (including a fishing pond with carp & roach and a large forest dotted with hiking trails), including a pleasant 5000m² enclosed park with carefully landscaped ancient trees (home to a donkey, a pony & an arboretum with more than a dozen varieties) featuring a beautiful heated swimming pool (9x4.5m) and numerous play areas for rest & relaxation. Spacious, comfortable gîte. Beautiful volumes. Warm country feel combining the spirit of a "family home" & the exotic ambience of an old residence (fireplace mantle, French ceilings, original cupboard doors...). Lots of charm. Large, sheltered balcony-terrace in traditional "galerie mâconnaise" style. Delightful private garden with lawns, trees & plants (reserved space on the park).
Composition: House comprising 2 gîtes (totally independent, not overlooked) adjoining the owner's house (annex). Gîte on 1st floor. Wifi access. Electric heating + wood-burning stove. Kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms (bed 2 p. 160x200cm / 3 beds 1 p. 90x190cm), shower room, separate WC. Laundry room on ground floor. Private balcony-terrace + garden (space reserved on park). Enclosed grounds (with ping-pong table) + heated swimming pool (9x4.5m) shared by the 2 gîtes. Shaded private parking. Amenities 9 km.