L'Amandier

Charming traditional residence of character from the end of the 19th century, carefully restored - equipped with a beautiful 8x4m swimming pool & a pleasant enclosed garden - nestled in the peace of a picturesque Brionnais village, nestled "on a promontory" on one of the seven local hills dominating the Loire Valley, 3.5 km from the typical & commercial village of Iguérande ('Clunisian site') & 7 km from the characterful town of Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey / all amenities on site including supermarkets ). Calm & total tranquility, nestled in the hollow of a sublime rural setting preserved by nature & greenery, magnificent gentle hilly countryside of bocage & small forests, very close to the banks of the Loire (the last wild river in Europe classified & protected in "Natura 2000 Zone"). Privileged location on the routes of the circuit of Romanesque churches & several marked hiking trails in "green walks" (very rich network of identical hiking trails to follow in the area), 3.5 km from the Voie Verte "Véloire" connected to the EuroVélo6, 3.5 km from the "quiet canal" linking Roanne to Digoin, 5 km from a 30 km "Coup de Cœur" mountain bike route, 6.5 km from the GR765, 12 km from a Referenced "Coup de Cœur cycling loop" of 55 km (same type route of 88 km accessible 16 km away), 28 km from the first vineyards of the Côtes Roannaises ("Route des Vins Forez Roannais en Loire Volcanique" to be covered) & 45 km of the Beaujolais vineyards (& the “Burgundy Wine Route”). Prime location at the very southern tip of Burgundy, in the heart of the magnificent territory of Charolais-Brionnais (labelled "Country of Art and History"), cradle of AOCs for world-renowned cattle and sheep breeds, rich in sumptuous landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage, at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and the Pays Roannais, not far from Mâconnais-Clunisois and Beaujolais. Ideal for exploring several departments (at the crossroads of Allier, Loire & Rhône): 12 km from Sémur-en-Brionnais (with the prestigious label "Most beautiful villages in France"), 13 km from the charming village medieval & shopping of Marcigny ("Clunisian site" notably known for its Monday morning market created in 1266), 22 km from La Clayette, 24 km from Roanne, 38 km from Paray-le-Monial, 38 km from Charolles, 39 km from Digoin (& its river marina linked to the Canal du Centre) & 47 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais). An address full of charm for a change of scenery “going green in the heart of the village” with relaxing by the pool as a bonus!

Charming traditional residence of character from the end of the 19th century, carefully restored, nestled in peace, on the edge of an alley, in the heart of a picturesque village in the bucolic Brion countryside. Perched "on a promontory" & "panoramic belvedere" on a gentle hill offering a magnificent unobstructed view of the Loire valley, this peaceful & charming village, perfectly preserved with a "poetic" surname, rich in an appreciable "pedestrian heart", has of notable heritage (listed Romanesque church from the 12th century, chapels & castles, beautiful typical renovated houses, etc.), offers various leisure facilities (park, play areas, agorespace, basketball & pétanque courts, “bicross” track, etc.) and enjoy a sumptuous hilly landscaped setting (classified as ZNIEFF for its rich fauna & flora), nestled in the hollow of the sublime local bocage dotted with rivers & forests. Spacious gîte with very good comfort. Large rooms. Warm "bourgeois" country style furnished in the spirit of a cozy "family home", enhanced by careful heritage restoration (stone fireplace mantels, beams, staircase, stone lintels, ironwork, terracotta floor tiles, doors... of the building original). Very charming. Very cozy atmosphere. Pleasant walled garden (600m²), well-kept and wooded, with a sheltered terrace & a beautiful swimming pool (8x4m). Access to a private "fruit orchard" with a swing (apple trees, pear trees, cherry trees, etc. / picking possible) nestled just a stone's throw away.
Composition: Detached house on 2 levels. Wireless. Oil central heating + fireplace. Ground floor: Kitchen, living room, lounge, bathroom (shower), separate toilet. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (2 single beds 130x190cm / 2 single beds 140x190cm / 2 single beds 90x190cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Covered terrace + enclosed garden (600m²) + swimming pool (8x4m) + land with swing (not directly adjoining the gîte) + private parking. All amenities including supermarkets 7 km.