Gîte du Moulin

A guaranteed change of scenery in the "heart of town," nestled in a magnificent natural setting! A spacious, charming, contemporary-style holiday cottage tucked away within an authentic, characterful traditional home from 1910 that has been carefully restored—featuring a beautiful Piscine (8x4m)—set on enclosed grounds in the heart of the peaceful and picturesque little village of Dompierre-les-Ormes (boasting small shops including a mini-market, home to the exceptional Pézanin Arboretum as well as the renowned “Lab71,” a departmental discovery center for sustainable development and science), 10 km from the charming market town of Matour, designated a "Station verte de vacances" (offering numerous amenities including a small supermarket and an outstanding range of recreational facilities). A sublime rural and natural setting surrounded by gentle, unspoiled mountains, combining bucolic rolling countryside and vast wild forests, nestled in the heart of the Haut-Clunysois countryside (the “Little Switzerland of the Mâconnais,” protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its remarkable ecosystems), nestled in the "Verts Vallons" of Southern Burgundy, overlooking the lush Grosne Valley facing the northern Beaujolais massif (and its vast marked “mountain biking area” crisscrossing the massif) as an extension of the sumptuous neighboring scenic gem of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson, designated a “Grand Site de France” (located 33 km away), very close to Mont Saint-Cyr (the highest point in southern Burgundy at 771 m), as well as the iconic Butte de Suin. Along the routes of the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône-et-Loire by bike) and numerous marked hiking trails, including a "green trail" (numerous similar paths crisscrossing the area, suitable for hiking or mountain biking), not far from the Romanesque church circuit, 3.5 km from the GR7, 18 km from the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du Sud" Greenway (& the remarkable "Bois Clair Tunnel," formerly the longest railway tunnel in France, now open as a Greenway at 1.6 km), 21 km from the renowned GTM mountain bike trail certified "VTT FFC" ("Grand Tour du Massif Sud Bourgogne," connected to a vast network of similarly marked mountain bike trails crisscrossing the massif), about 20 km from the Mâconnais Vineyards ("Burgundy Wine Route" to explore) & about 30 km from the Beaujolais Vineyards (the world’s first Vineyard recognized as a "UNESCO Global Geopark" / various wine routes to discover). At the southern tip of Burgundy, on the edge of the Mâconnais region, at the crossroads of the Clunisois-Tournugeois (designated a "Land of Art and History") & the Charollais-Brionnais region (designated a "Land of Art and History"), a land of livestock farming and traditions, and the birthplace of the world-renowned AOC beef breed. Ideal for exploring the region (RCEA access 4.5 km away): 20 km from La Clayette, 21 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 22 km from Charolles, 35 km from Mâcon (Mâcon-Loché TGV station 34 km away), 36 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of the Beaujolais region), 36 km from Paray-le-Monial, 40 km from the charming town of Charlieu, 41 km from the lovely medieval village of Semur-en-Brionnais, which holds the rare "Most Beautiful Villages of France" designation, and 45 km from Marcigny. The perfect spot for a relaxing getaway in the countryside with plenty to discover as a small group, plus the bonus of lounging and sunbathing by the Piscine!

Géraldine & Pierre welcome you to an authentic, characterful traditional home built in 1910, fully restored with great care, nestled along a narrow lane in the heart of a peaceful and picturesque little Burgundian village, a perfectly preserved village offering a change of scenery with old-world charm, nestled in the gentle rolling countryside of the Haut-Clunisois region (within a "Natura 2000" protected area and ZNIEFF for its rich flora and fauna), just a stone’s throw from the exceptional Pézanin Arboretum, one of the most beautiful in France (a true haven of peace and relaxation featuring 450 plant species across 25 hectares, surrounding a bucolic fishing pond) as well as the highly renowned "Lab71" (departmental discovery center for innovation, sustainable development, and the sciences). Peace and tranquility nestled in a sublime landscape of unspoiled rolling mountains, blending agriculture and the great outdoors among lush, wooded meadows dotted with ponds and rivers and deep, wild forests (to explore on relaxing walks or mountain bike rides) rich with splendid panoramic viewpoints. Spacious, very comfortable holiday cottage. Large living area. Warm, refined contemporary style. Zen-like and very gentle atmosphere. Lots of charm. A cozy, snug, and inviting atmosphere. Large, intimate, sheltered 30m² terrace opening onto an enclosed courtyard. Beautiful swimming pool (4x8m) backing onto a pleasant, enclosed, grassy garden.
Layout: Semi-detached house. Wi-Fi (fiber). Heat pump heating. Holiday cottage on 3 levels. Ground floor: living room-kitchen-dining area, separate toilet. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (each with 1 double bed 160x200cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Second floor: 2 bedrooms (1 double bed 140x200cm + 1 single bed 90x200cm / 3 single beds 90x200cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Enclosed grounds (courtyard + small garden / 150 m² total) + Piscine (8x4 m) + covered terrace (30 m²) + private parking. Small shops & convenience store on site. Mini-supermarket 11 km away. Rental from Saturday to Saturday.