l'Epicerie

Stay "in the shadow" of an exceptional 6m-high Celtic menhir, a literal Neolithic pearl of Burgundy! Charming authentic character property dating from 1885, steeped in history & meticulously restored, nestled in the heart of a peaceful residential & agricultural village 11 km from the shopping town of Montchanin (numerous amenities including supermarkets) & 14 km from the picturesque medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National, "Site Clunisien" labellisé "Cités de Caractère de Bourgogne-Franche-Comté". In the gentle, rolling Creusot countryside, on the edge of the southern Chalonnais region, a peaceful, unspoilt natural setting combining bucolic hedged farmland, rivers, vineyards & vast, wild forests, bordering the verdant Guye valley (partly protected as a "Zone Natura 2000" & "ZNIEFF" for its rich ecosystems). Privileged location, at the crossroads of the Côtes Chalonnaises & Mâconnais vineyards, adjacent to the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne" & the "Route des Grands Vins" (extended by the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" passing through the mythical wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault...) and the Romanesque church circuit, ideally situated on the routes of several marked "Balade Verte" footpaths (a rich network of similar hiking and mountain bike trails in the area) & a signposted cycle route connected to Eurovélo6 (running alongside the famous & nearby Canal du Centre) and the "Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo", 1.5 km from the GR7 (adjoining the GR76) & 14 km from the Voie Verte of the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du Sud" linked to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône et Loire à vélo). Prime central location in the very heart of southern Burgundy, at the crossroads of the Chalonnais, Charolais-Brionnais (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), Tournugeois-Clunisois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), Autunois-Morvan & Mâconnais regions. Ideal for exploring: 12 km from the medieval village of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of Burgundy's most beautiful sites, with a literally unique 360° panoramic "belvedere"), 17 km from Buxy, 20 km from Le Creusot (renowned Les Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV station 12 km away), 25 km from Givry, 30 km from the medieval village of Brancion, 34 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "City of Art and History"), 36 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 38 km from Tournus, 43 km from Charolles & 47 km from Autun (labeled "City of Art and History" & its exceptional heritage rich with over 2000 years of human presence). Possibility of renting the property's 2 Holiday cottages together (with gîte n°1767) for a total capacity of 10 people. An exotic pied-à-terre, close to all amenities, for a "low-cost" stay full of pleasures and discoveries!

Martine & Rémy open the doors of a charming traditional character property dating from 1885, carefully restored and steeped in history (former village inn), nestling on an Unusual property where "La Pierre aux Fées" (at the street-side entrance) is enthroned, an authentic "engraved" Celtic menhir listed as a "Monument Historique" ("standing stone" weighing 15 tonnes & 6 metres, the highest of its kind in Saône-et-Loire), an exceptional Neolithic relic and a real gem of Burgundy's heritage. In the heart of a peaceful residential & farming village perched "en belvédère" on a hill overlooking the gentle rolling Countryside of Creusot, on the edge of the southern Châlonnais region, a peaceful, unspoilt setting dotted with lakes, lakes, ponds & rivers (partly protected as a "Zone Natura 2000" & "ZNIEFF" for its wealth of flora & fauna), combining bucolic hedged farmland & vast wild forests, in close proximity to the first vineyards (Côtes Chalonnaises) as well as former mining basins converted to outdoor & cultural activities (exceptional 19th & 20th century manufacturing heritage to discover). Comfortable Holiday cottage. Spacious rooms. Warm country charm with contemporary accents blended with the exotic soul of an old building (conservation of the "dated" stone fireplace mantel & original beams). Large terrace nestled "in the shade" of the menhir opens onto a pleasant garden with unobstructed views over the surrounding Countryside.
Composition : Holiday cottage in house with 1 other seasonal accommodation (on property housing the owners' second holiday cottage). Wifi (fiber). Electric heating. Ground floor: living room-kitchen, 1 bedroom (double bed 140x190cm + 2 single beds 90x190cm with bunk beds), shower room, separate toilet. Garden (100m²) + terrace + private parking. Bicycle storage. Shops & services 11 km. Supermarkets 10 km. Please note: the TGV high-speed train line passes close to the village (no particular nuisance).