Les Grenouilles - Saint Aubin EN Charollais

Raphaëlle welcomes you to a charming, authentic 15th-century barn, steeped in history and meticulously restored, nestled peacefully on a vast 10-hectare family estate (once a fortified stronghold with a castle, a historic estate of which an elegant and unusual watchtower still remains). The property comprises several perfectly renovated buildings arranged around a large inner courtyard. Enjoy complete tranquility in the heart of the countryside, in a tiny rural hamlet nestled in the bucolic Charolais bocage, on a vast open plateau of pastures and meadows (with the famous local cows as peaceful neighbors), just a stone's throw from a beautiful, unspoiled forest. The cottage offers exceptional comfort and is incredibly spacious. The rare 80m² living area is enhanced by unusual original vaulted brick ceilings. It exudes a warm, rustic charm, reminiscent of a cozy family home. Full of charm and character. Very well-equipped (especially for children). A lovely garden offering magnificent, unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside, completely private, and featuring a unique and beautiful natural swimming pool (8x4m). You can also enjoy a pétanque court and an orchard where you can pick fresh, organic fruit during your stay (apple, pear, fig trees, etc.). Composition: Detached house on a property that also includes a second gîte and the owner's accommodation (completely independent of each other). Wi-Fi. Oil-fired central heating + fireplace (for decorative purposes only). Air conditioning in the bedrooms only (upstairs). Ground floor: living room/kitchen/lounge, laundry room, separate WC. First floor: 4 bedrooms (each with two single beds 90x190cm), 2 of which have en-suite bathrooms/WCs (one with a bathtub / one with a shower), bathroom (bathtub), separate WC. Shared grounds for the cottages (3000m²), natural swimming pool (8x4m / open year-round except February and March), pétanque court, spacious carport (no assigned parking spaces). Dogs not allowed near the pool. Private parking. Bicycle storage. All amenities. A literal haven of peace and rest! Authentic character stable dating from the 15th century, steeped in history and carefully restored into a comfortable holiday home - with a beautiful natural swimming pool (8x4m) & a pétanque court shared with a second gîte - nestled in a quiet area on a vast historic estate of 10 ha (old "stronghold" with fortified castle), 9 km from Paray-le-Monial, an illustrious sanctuary city of the "Sacred Heart" of world renown (all amenities on site). Total tranquility in the countryside, in a mini rural hamlet nestled in the heart of the bucolic Charolais bocage, a stone's throw from a beautiful preserved forest. Ideally located on the route of the Romanesque churches circuit, 2 km from the EuroVélo6 & a referenced "favorite bike loop" of 63 km (along the banks of the famous Canal du Centre nearby, to be discovered by boat or on foot), 5 km from a marked "green walk" hiking trail (very rich network of marked hiking trails of the same type to explore in the surrounding area), 6 km from the Voie Verte & 9 km from a referenced "favorite bike loop" of 49 km. Privileged location, at the crossroads of the Allier & the Loire (about twenty km from the banks of the Loire, the last wild river in Europe, classified and protected in the "Natura 2000" zone for the quality of its ecosystem), in the heart of the magnificent territory of Charolais-Brionnais (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" / cradle of the AOC of world-renowned cattle & sheep breeds), rich in sublime landscapes as well as an exceptional historical heritage, at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and the Pays Roannais, not far from Mâconnais-Clunisois and Beaujolais (wine route & first vineyards about fifty km away). Perfect for easy travel (RCEA 7 km away): 12 km from Charolles, 23 km from Digoin (river marina connected to the Canal du Centre & "quiet canal" linking Digoin to Roanne), 34 km from Marcigny, 30 km from La Clayette, 44 km from the spa & medieval town of Bourbon-Lancy, 53 km from Le Creusot (Combes amusement park / Le Creusot TGV station 53 km away), 55 km from the famous Cluny abbey city & 58 km from the PAL amusement park. Possibility of group rental of the 2 gîtes on the property for a total capacity of 12 people (with gîte no. 3135). An unusual, unique & 100% exotic holiday, ideal for a rejuvenating country break in a "mini tribe"! A little corner of "green paradise" for young and old!