Les Accacias - ANZY-LE-DUC

An elegant, characterful building steeped in history, dating from 1920, has been completely renovated into a very comfortable holiday home. It is nestled in a peaceful setting in the heart of the picturesque and perfectly preserved village of Anzy-le-Duc (renowned for its magnificent listed 11th-century Romanesque church) and 6.5 km from the charming medieval market town of Marcigny, a Cluniac site known for its Monday morning market, established in 1266 (numerous amenities are available, including supermarkets). The magnificent surrounding landscape blends agriculture and unspoiled nature, nestled in the heart of the unspoiled Brionnais countryside, in the bucolic rolling hills of the local bocage, in the verdant Arconce Valley, very close to the banks of the Loire (the last wild river in Europe, protected as a Natura 2000 site for its rich ecosystems) and bordered by the tranquil canal linking Roanne to Digoin. An exceptionally privileged location on the Romanesque churches circuit, a marked "green walk" footpath (a vast network of similar hiking trails to explore on foot or by mountain bike in the area), a marked "VTT-FFC" mountain bike route (linked to a vast network of similar trails crisscrossing the area), and the "Cycloroute71" (the Saône-et-Loire cycling tour), 3 km from the "Véloire" Green Way (along the banks of the Loire), 20 km from the Canal du Centre Green Way (connected to EuroVelo 6 and the "Tour de Bourgogne à vélo"), about 30 km from the first vineyards of the Côtes Roannaises, about 50 km from the Beaujolais vineyards (the world's first vineyard recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark), and about 60 km from the Côtes Maconnaises ("Wine Route"). of Burgundy" & various Beaujolais Wine Routes to explore). In the heart of the sublime Charolais-Brionnais territory (labeled "Land of Art and History"), a land of livestock farming & highly renowned traditions, cradle of the world-famous AOC breed of cattle, rich in sumptuous landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage, at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and the Roannais region, not far from Mâconnais-Clunisois and Beaujolais. A privileged location for exploring several departments (at the crossroads of the Allier, Loire & Rhône): 10 km from the medieval village of Semur-en-Brionnais, which boasts the very rare "Most Beautiful Villages of France" label, 12 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Brionnais and its iconic weekly "Livestock Market" dating from the end of the 15th century (one of the oldest in France, a literal spectacle dedicated to the local Charolais star!), 20 km from Paray-le-Monial, 21 km from Digoin (river marina linked to the famous Canal du Centre), 23 km from Charolles, 24 km from La Clayette, 28 km from the town of Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey), 39 km from Roanne & 49 km from the very famous PAL amusement park. A soothing "cocoon" with irresistible charm for a "green getaway" as a couple or as a family! Geneviève & Christian welcome you to an elegant Burgundian building full of character and history dating from 1920 (former "girls' school"), nestled in a quiet spot on the edge of a small alleyway lined with historic dry stone walls, in the very heart of the picturesque village of Anzy-le-Duc, full of charm and perfectly preserved (rich in beautiful restored traditional residences), renowned for its sumptuous listed Romanesque church from the 11th century (one of the most marvelous in Burgundy, standing just a stone's throw from the gîte) and its magnificent 12th century Priory. Total tranquility, in the heart of the gentle, unspoiled Brionnais countryside, nestled in the hollow of the bucolic hilly bocage not far from a vast national forest like the banks of the Loire, a natural site protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" for the quality of its rich ecosystems (migration, reproduction & nesting axis for many species including some very rare / fish, amphibians, mammals, birds ...). Spacious cottage with very good comfort. Beautiful volumes. Warm "bourgeois" country character, opulent & refined, combining "vintage" spirit & contemporary touches. Pleasant colorful "pop" atmosphere, dialoguing with the exotic soul of the place (stone lintels & original parquet floors). Lots of charm. Cozy & cozy. Vast "intimate" enclosed flowered courtyard with a majestic lime tree (appreciated natural shade on the terrace side in summer). Barn housing a ping-pong table and foosball table with direct access. Composition: Detached house next to the owners' house (complete independence). Wi-Fi. Electric heating + wood-burning stove. Single-story gîte (ground floor): kitchen, living room (double sofa bed 140x190cm as an extra), 2 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm / 2 single beds 90x190cm) with private bathrooms (bathtub/WC), separate WC. Enclosed courtyard + courtyard terrace (gravel) + bicycle storage + private parking. Foosball and ping-pong table in the barn adjoining the gîte. Shops and supermarkets 6.5 km away.