Gîte des Ouches

In the heart of the Morvan Regional Nature Park, on the southern slopes of the Morvan Massif! Typical Morvan house from the '50s, renovated into a charming vintage holiday home, nestled on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Mesvres ("Site Clunisien"), 4 km from the shopping town of Etang-sur-Arroux (numerous amenities including a small supermarket) & 14 km from Autun, a "City of Art & History", a historic "Relais de Rome" in the heart of Burgundy, rich in 2000 years of human presence (literally exceptional heritage & all amenities on site). Sublime environment preserved by nature & greenery, nestled in the lush green Mevsrin valley, a soothing mountain of wooded meadows (most of which is protected by ZNIEFF), a stone's throw from vast wild forests, at the foot of the Uchon massif & its renowned "Signal d'Uchon" summit ("the Pearl of Morvan" located 10 km away, classified natural site), not far from the famous Mont Beuvray (protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its rich ecosystems, with the renowned "oppidum" of Bibracte at its summit, an ancient Gallic fortified city, one of the best preserved with its ramparts & quarters extending over 200 ha) and the "Grands Lacs du Morvan" territory. Privileged Location, not far from the Romanesque church circuit, on the routes of the legendary GTMC (Grande Traversée du Massif Central) mountain bike circuit, "natural" hiking trails & a signposted "balade verte" (vast network of similar hiking trails to be explored on foot or mountain bike in the area), 4 km from the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône-et-Loire by bike), 5 km from the GR131 (connected to the GR13 as well as to the renowned GRP of the "Grand Tour du Morvan"), 14 km of a signposted cycle route serving the Parc du Morvan ("Itinérance verte en Autunois-Morvan"), 16 km of the Voie Verte "du Morvan aux Vineyards", 27 km of the Voie Verte du Canal du Centre (linked to the EuroVélo6 cycle route as well as to the "Tour de Bourgogne à vélo") and some 40 km of the first vineyards of the Couchois (bordering the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune) & of the "Route des Grands Vins" which extends the illustrious "Route des Grand Crus" (passing through the mythical wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault...). In the heart of the Autunois, a sumptuous territory steeped in history, traditions, legends & mysteries, rich in a rare historical heritage and grandiose landscapes, at the crossroads of the Nièvre and Côte d'Or regions, 19 km from the renowned Paldenshangpa Buddhist temple, 20 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV station 28 km away), 21 km from the famous Gallo-Roman archeological site of Bibracte, classified as a "Grand Site de France", 26 km from the departure station of the "Vélorail du Morvan" (22 km of Unusual rides in the heart of nature), 41 km from the medieval village of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of the most beautiful sites in Burgundy, with a literally unique 360° panoramic "belvedere"), 43 km from the medieval town of Nolay (& its Lake) and 49 km from the famous Lake des Settons. An atypical & exotic "refuge" for discovering the Morvan and its treasures!

Élisabeth & Guy (local press correspondents, perfect ambassadors for their country & its history), welcome you to an old Morvan house, typical of the "50s", completely renovated, nestled on the edge of a road (mostly busy during commuting hours) on the outskirts of a picturesque little village with old-world charm ("Site Clunisien"). Beautiful surroundings, nestled in a verdant valley with a fish-filled river, at the foot of a south-facing hill, facing a vast plateau of fields & pastures (home to the famous & peaceful Charolais cows in season). In the heart of the Morvan Natural Park & its magnificent, perfectly preserved Countryside (a large part of which is protected as a ZNIEFF for its wealth of flora & fauna), a sublime landscape of gentle mountains combining agriculture & nature, between hedged meadows, rivers & vast wild Forests (just a stone's throw away), to be explored on relaxing walks or bike rides. Comfortable Holiday cottage. Neo-rustic & vintage country style, a complete change of scenery. Pleasant, flower-filled enclosed courtyard (gravel) with large, naturally shaded terrace area under a pretty lime tree, offering a beautiful, unobstructed view over the meadows & gentle surrounding Countryside, with the famous "Signal d'Uchon" mountain ("la Perle du Morvan") as a backdrop. Access to the owners' vast grounds (1500m²), carefully planted with grass & trees, nestled at the rear of the house (perfect "secure play area" for Kids).
Composition: Holiday cottage adjoining the owners' home (total independence). Wifi (fiber). PAC heating. Air-conditioning. Ground-floor Holiday cottage: living room/kitchen, lounge, 2 bedrooms (2 single beds 90x190cm / 2 single beds 90x190cm), bathroom (bath), separate toilet. Enclosed courtyard with gravel terrace + private parking. Bike room. Shared garden (1500m²). Shops including Supermarket 4 km.