l'Iris des Marais

Delightful, typical post-war residence, steeped in history & fully restored, nestled in the peace and quiet on the edge of meadows in a well-kept 5,000m² wooded park, in a peaceful residential neighborhood adjacent to the center of the picturesque shopping town of Pierre-de-Bresse, which has been awarded the "Cité de Caractère de Bourgogne Franche Comté" label (renowned ecomuseum nestled in a sumptuous 17th-century château, numerous local shops and amenities including supermarkets, and excellent sports and leisure facilities). Just a stone's throw from the bucolic Bresse countryside, with its many protected areas classified as "Zone Natura 2000" or "ZNIEFF" (for their rich ecosystems), combining agriculture & nature in the hollow of a vast bocage plain dotted with numerous ponds & beautiful wild forests, not far from the first mountainous foothills of the Jura massif, very close to the banks of the Doubs (a protected natural site, a paradise for fishermen & kayakers as well as nature lovers). On the route of several signposted footpaths (very rich network of hiking trails partly signposted as "balades vertes" to be discovered on the territory), 18 km from the GRP de la Bresse Comtoise (connected to the GR59), 17 km from a 35 km "boucle vélo coup de cœur", 18 km from a cycle route linked to the EuroVélo6 (& to a greenway), 18 km from the Voie Verte de la Bresse Jurassienne, 31 km from the Voie Verte Bressane, 24 km from the river marina of Verdun-sur-le-Doubs (coiled at the confluence of the Saône & Doubs rivers), 30 km from the first vineyards of the Jura and some 50 km from the vineyards of the Chalonnais and the famous Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune ("Route des Grands Vins" extended by the illustrious "Route des Grand Crus" to be explored). Prime location on the borders of Bresse Bourguignonne - birthplace of the famous AOC Bresse poultry - at the crossroads of the Jura & Côte d'Or departments, not far from the Chalonnais, Tournugeois-Clunisois (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") and Pays Beaunois. Ideal for covering several départements: 21 km from Seurre, 31 km from Louhans, 35 km from Lons-le-Saunier, 37 km from Dole (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 40 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labelled "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire"), 45 km from Beaune & 50 km from Cuisery (listed among the very exclusive 8 French "Villages du Livre"). A perfect "cocoon" of charm, nestled in a literal haven of peace & serenity, with all shops & services on site!

Annie & Jean-Marc (a painter whose works you can admire in the holiday cottage) welcome you to a charming, typical postwar home, carefully restored and steeped in history (a former “dairy”), quietly situated on the edge of meadows (with peaceful sheep as neighbors in season), in a residential neighborhood adjacent to the town center (and its renowned “Écomusée de la Bresse,” nestled in a prestigious 17th-century château). Beautiful, unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside. Nestled in the lush, wooded valley of the Doubs, dotted with bucolic ponds, at the foot of the Jura Mountains, Pierre-de-Bresse enjoys a magnificent, unspoiled setting of gentle countryside that combines the great outdoors and agriculture with numerous amenities and a wide range of sports and recreational facilities (a Fishing Lake with an eco-friendly Base de loisirs protected as a “Natura 2000” site / “fitness trail” & “Parkrun” / “Agorespace,” etc.). Spacious, very comfortable holiday cottage. Warm “Countryside chic” charm, ultra-cozy and inviting, blending “vintage” and “flea market” touches. Plenty of charm and character. Large private terrace and small garden opening onto a 5,000 m² grassy park featuring various relaxation areas, carefully landscaped with trees, flowers, and greenery (a favorite haven for birds), including a small, secure pond, a fruit orchard (apple, fig, cherry, and pear trees… / Picking available) and a “natural” pétanque court in the courtyard.
Layout: A holiday cottage adjoining the owners’ home, featuring a Bed and Breakfast room (completely independent). Wi-Fi (fiber). Heat pump heating. Raised ground floor (4 steps): living room-kitchen-lounge (2-person sofa bed 140x190 cm as an extra bed), 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 160x200 cm / 2 single beds, 80x200 cm), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Private terrace, small garden, and parking. Bike storage. Shared park (5,000 m²). Electric vehicle charging station. Amenities, including supermarkets, 1.5 km away.