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Exceptional medieval building in a literal haven of peace & relaxation! Very comfortable, charming gîte nestled in an authentic 15th-century "watchtower", carefully restored & steeped in history - with a beautiful natural swimming pool (8x4m) & a pétanque court shared with a second gîte - nestled in the peace and quiet of a vast 10-hectare historic estate (former "stronghold" with fortified castle), 9 km from Paray-le-Monial, "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire", illustrious world-renowned "Sacré Coeur" sanctuary (all amenities on site). Total tranquility in the countryside, in a mini rural hamlet nestled in the heart of the bucolic Charollais bocage, a stone's throw from a beautiful unspoilt forest. Ideally located on the Romanesque churches circuit, 2 km from the EuroVélo6 & a 63 km "coup de cœur" cycling route (along the banks of the famous nearby Canal du Centre, to be discovered by boat or on foot), 5 km from a signposted "balade verte" footpath (a very rich network of signposted hiking trails of the same type to be explored in the surrounding area), 6 km from the Voie Verte & 9 km from a referenced 49 kms "boucle vélo coup de cœur". Privileged location, at the crossroads of the Allier & Loire rivers (some 20 km from the banks of the Loire, Europe's last wild river, classified and protected as a "Natura 2000" zone for the quality of its ecosystem), in the heart of the magnificent Charolais-Brionnais region (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" / cradle of world-renowned AOC cattle & sheep breeds), at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and Pays Roannais, not far from Mâconnais-Clunisois and Beaujolais (wine route & first vineyards about 50 km away). Perfect for easy access (RCEA 7 km away): 12 km from Charolles, 23 km from Digoin (river marina connected to the Canal du Centre & "quiet canal" linking Digoin to Roanne), 34 km from Marcigny, 30 km from La Clayette, 44 km from the medieval spa town of Bourbon-Lancy, 53 km from Le Creusot (Les Combes amusement park / Le Creusot TGV station 53 km away), 55 km from the famous abbey town of Cluny & 58 km from the PAL amusement park. Possibility of renting the property's 2 gîtes together, for a total capacity of 12 people (with gîte n°3121). A unique & 100% exotic holiday, ideal for a rejuvenating country break with your "mini tribe"! A little corner of "green paradise" for young and old alike!

Authentic 15th-century "watchtower", an exceptional, carefully restored medieval building steeped in history, nestled in the peace and quiet of a vast 10-hectare family estate (once a "stronghold" with fortified castle). Peaceful mini rural hamlet nestled in the countryside, in the heart of the bucolic local bocage, on a vast meadow plateau (with the famous Charolais cows as neighbors), a stone's throw from a beautiful unspoilt forest. Very comfortable gîte of noble dimensions. Ultra spacious. Beautiful volumes. Unusual interior architecture. Warm country charm with "bourgeois" accents, magnified by exceptional heritage restoration (sublime star-shaped roof frame rebuilt as is, conservation of old stone walls & corbels, French ceilings, fireplace mantel, stone & wood lintels, terracotta floor tiles...). Enormous charm & character. Cosy & cozy. Enchanting atmosphere, 100% exotic. Pleasant enclosed paved courtyard terrace shaded by a vine trellis, complemented by an exposed terrace overlooking the meadows and offering a magnificent unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. Vast, well-kept communal garden with atypical natural swimming pool (8x4m), pétanque court & orchard (apple, pear, fig, etc.).
Composition : Detached house adjoining second gîte (total independence). Wifi connection. PAC heating. Ground floor: living room/kitchen (sofa bed 150x190cm or 2 single beds 75x190cm), bathroom (shower/WC). 1st floor: bedroom (2 single beds 90x190cm). 2nd floor: bedroom (2 single beds 90x190cm) with private "open" bathroom (free-standing island bath) & separate WC. The tower is open via a doorless central hopper that distributes the floors. Land shared by the gîtes (3000m²): courtyard, natural swimming pool (8x4m), pétanque court, carport (no space allocated) & enclosed kennels for dogs. Dogs not allowed "pool side". Private parking lot. Bike shed. All amenities.