Les 3 Bouleaux

Holiday cottage with en-suite bedrooms, nestled in a carefully restored 1861 farmhouse, in the heart of a peaceful rural hamlet, 7 km from the charming, historic market town of La Clayette & its majestic medieval castle, a jewel of South Burgundy's heritage (many amenities on site). Total tranquility in a sublime, unspoilt setting of rolling bocage & Forest, nestled in the first wooded foothills of the Beaujolais Massif, beneath Saint-Cyr Mountain, the highest point in southern Burgundy (a unique belvedere offering exceptional panoramic views as far as Mont-Blanc on a clear day!) Location on the route of the Romanesque church circuit, a referenced 88 km "coup de cœur" bicycle loop (2 other similar routes of 55 & 63 km accessible within a 20 km radius) and several hiking trails marked out as "balades vertes" (550 km of marked paths & over 200 hiking trails to discover in the area), at 5.5 km from the GR7, 28 km from the greenway running alongside the Canal du Centre and around 30 km from the first vineyards of both the Beaujolais and Mâconnais regions (& the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne"). Privileged location on the edge of the sublime, unspoilt Charolais-Brionnais region - cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle and sheep breeds - rich in absolutely grandiose landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), at the crossroads of the Mâconnais & Clunisois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), at the crossroads of the Rhône and Loire departments. Ideal for easy access: 24 km from Charolles, 27 km from Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey), 32 km from Marcigny, 33 km from Paray-le-Monial (illustrious basilica), 36 km from the famous abbey town of Cluny, 37 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais), 43 km from the sumptuous Roche de Solutré landscape jewel, awarded the prestigious "Grand Site de France" label, 47 km from Digoin (river Marina nestled at the convergence of 3 renowned canals, including the famous Canal du Centre), 48 km from Roanne and 50 km from Mâcon (Mâcon Loché TGV station 49 km away). The ideal address for a nature break with the whole family!

Authentic, renovated traditional farmhouse dating from 1861, set in the heart of the countryside in a magnificent, unspoilt setting of greenery and nature. Charming little hamlet nestled on a hillside in the foothills of the Monts du Beaujolais, in a splendid mountainous cirque of meadows, fields and forests. Absolute peace and quiet. The setting and scenery are literally enchanting. A rich heritage to discover in the surrounding area, including a unique density of Romanesque churches (dedicated circuit of over 100 churches and chapels) and over 250 remarkable buildings (castles, fortresses, manor houses). Comfortable gîte. Spacious. Contemporary country style. Delightful, colorful rooms in a "pop", vitamin-packed spirit. Careful renovation of original stone and timber-framed walls. Pleasant flower-filled communal garden with ping-pong table, swing and sandpit. Shady, exposed double terrace. Animals on site (chickens, geese, miniature goats, etc. / well-separated space with no nuisance). Superb views over the surrounding countryside.
Composition : Detached house on 2 levels adjoining the owners' house. Wifi connection. Wood-burning stove (wood supplied for "pleasure" fire). Electric heating. Ground floor: living room-kitchen. 1st floor: TV lounge, 3 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm / 2 single beds 110x200cm / double bed 160x200cm) with private bathroom (shower & wc). Double terrace. Shared garden (ping-pong, swing, sandpit), plancha. Private parking. Shops and services 7 km. Railway station 7 km. Mâcon Loché TGV station 50 km.