Au Fil de l'Eau - LA CHARMEE

A tastefully and meticulously restored contemporary family home, set on a large, partially enclosed plot of approximately 800m², featuring a lovely garden and bordering the fish-filled La Corne river. Located in a peaceful hamlet, 1 km from the charming village of La Charmée, nestled in the heart of the Chalonnaise countryside, it offers unobstructed views of the surrounding woods and fields. Numerous hiking trails are nearby. A pleasant, unspoiled rural setting surrounds this property, nestled on the edge of cultivated fields and gentle meadows, at the edge of the vast, wild, and protected Givry state forest (the literal "green lung" of the 1100-hectare area, perfect for relaxing walks or mountain biking). Just steps from a small, fish-filled river, and not far from the first vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise and the banks of the Saône (a paradise for anglers and kayakers, a natural area partially protected as a Natura 2000 and ZNIEFF site for its rich flora and fauna). This spacious and comfortable cottage boasts a warm, rustic charm. Layout: Detached house. Electric heating. Wood-burning stove (for a pleasant fire). Ground floor: living room/kitchen/lounge, 2 bedrooms (1 single bed 90x190cm / 1 double bed 160x200cm), shower room (walk-in shower), separate WC, laundry room. First floor: 1 mezzanine bedroom (1 double bed 160x200cm + 1 single bed 90x190cm). Partially enclosed grounds of approximately 800m² (garden + courtyard) + 1 covered terrace with views of the surrounding countryside (part of which is an open veranda). Gravel courtyard. Private parking. Shops & services 7 km. TGV train station: Le Creusot 33 km. A country house nestled in the heart of the countryside, 10 km from the city center of Chalon-sur-Saône (a designated "City of Art & History"), nestled on the banks of the famous Canal du Centre (a navigable route to discover on a boat trip or on foot). It lies on the edge of cultivated fields and meadows, bordering the vast Givry state forest (the literal "green lung" of the region), home to "Acrogivry" (the largest treetop adventure park in Burgundy, one of the largest adventure parks in France!). In the heart of the Val de Saône, in the heart of the gentle, preserved Chalonnaise countryside, combining viticulture, agriculture & the great outdoors, rich in various natural sites protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" & ZNIEFF (for its remarkable ecosystems), next to the famous "Val d'Or" of Mercurey (leader of the crus of the Côte Chalonnaise, one of the oldest AOCs in France) & the splendid Vaux valley ("the little Switzerland of Chalonnaise"). An ultra-privileged location on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit & various marked hiking trails (complemented by a vast network of "green walks" crisscrossing the territory, to be explored on foot or by mountain bike), 7 km from the Green Way of the "Great Loop of Southern Burgundy", 10 km from the "EuroVelo6" cycle route adjoining the "Cycloroute71" (Tour of Saône-et-Loire by bike) connected to the "Tour of Burgundy by bike", 15 km from the Blue Way (along the Saône), 15 km from a marked cycle route serving the Bresse Bourguignonne, 15 km from the "Route des Grands Vins" (which extends the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" crossing the mythical wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault…) and 15 km from the GR7 & GR76. Prime location at the crossroads of Couchois and the world-renowned vineyards of Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune, at the crossroads of the Beaune region (and the Côte d'Or department), the Bresse Bourguignonne, not far from Autunois & the Morvan Natural Park. Ideally located for easy exploration of the region (RCEA 4 km & A6 5 km): 15 km from the Chalon-sur-Saône Golf Course, 10 km from the charming medieval and wine-growing town of Givry, 24 km from the market town of Chagny (renowned for its Sunday morning gourmet market), 20 km from Saint-Gengoux-le-National, a designated "Town of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté", 30 km from Tournus, 39 km from Beaune, 40 km from Le Creusot (famous for the Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV train station 33 km away), 48 km from Louhans (capital of the Bresse region of Burgundy), 48 km from Seurre & 40 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny. A perfect setting for a relaxing stay with family or friends!