La Maison des Vacances

A charming, authentic, traditional 19th-century residence, carefully renovated into a comfortable holiday home, nestled peacefully in the heart of a picturesque little Burgundian village, at the foot of a vast, wild forest and a stone's throw from the vineyards, 5 km from Saint-Gengoux-le-National, a delightful medieval wine-growing and commercial town, designated a "Town of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté" ("Cluniac Site" / numerous amenities including a supermarket). The surrounding countryside is a peaceful, gently rolling landscape (classified as a ZNIEFF), combining viticulture, nature, and agriculture, nestled at the crossroads of the Mâconnais and Côtes Chalonnaises vineyards, in the verdant Grosne Valley (protected as a Natura 2000 site for its rich ecosystems), a magnificent, preserved haven of hedged meadows, rivers, vineyards, and forests, not far from the wooded foothills of the South Burgundy massif. An exceptionally privileged location on the routes of several "natural" footpaths (complemented by a rich network of marked "green walks" crisscrossing the area between vineyards and unspoiled countryside, ideal for hiking or mountain biking), the "Burgundy Wine Route" (extended by the nearby "Great Wines Route") and the Romanesque churches circuit, 2.5 km from the GR76 long-distance hiking trail, 4 km from the "Great Loop of Southern Burgundy" Green Way connected to the "Cycloroute71" (Saône-et-Loire cycling tour), 13 km from a signposted cycle route serving the Green Way of the famous Canal du Centre (a route also to be discovered during idyllic boat trips) adjacent to the EuroVelo 6 cycle route as well as the "Burgundy Cycling Tour", and 14 km from the renowned GTM mountain bike route, certified "FFC Mountain Biking" (Grand Tour of the Southern Burgundy Massif connected to a vast network of identical mountain bike trails crisscrossing the massif). Ideally located in the heart of southern Burgundy, at the crossroads of the Chalonnais, the Tournugeois-Clunisois (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), the Mâconnais, the Bresse Bourguignonne & the Charollais-Brionnais (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), splendid preserved territories rich in sublime landscapes, renowned gastronomy and exceptional historical heritage (particularly medieval & Romanesque). Ideal for exploring the region: 12 km from Taizé (and its famous religious community), 18 km from the medieval village of Brancion, 18 km from the medieval town of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of the most beautiful sites in Burgundy, boasting a truly unique 360° panoramic viewpoint), 21 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 26 km from Tournus, 32 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (a designated "City of Art and History"), 38 km from Charolles, 41 km from the magnificent landscape of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson (a designated "Grand Site de France"), 40 km from Le Creusot (home to the renowned Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV train station 30 km away), 44 km from Mâcon (Mâcon Loché TGV train station 42 km away), 51 km from Paray-le-Monial, 53 km from Louhans (capital of Bresse). An ideal haven of serenity for a relaxing "green getaway" with family or friends! Its name suits it perfectly! Anne and Jean-Pierre welcome you to an authentic, characterful 19th-century traditional house, adorned with a charming, carefully restored "Mâconnais-style gallery," nestled peacefully on the edge of a lane, just steps from the vineyards and a 13th-century Romanesque church, in a picturesque little wine-growing village typical of the upper Mâconnais region, brimming with charm and steeped in history, known for its rare Merovingian necropolis (402 inventoried 6th and 7th-century graves). Peace and tranquility abound in the gently rolling vineyard countryside (in an area classified as a ZNIEFF for its rich fauna and flora), nestled in a bucolic valley of fields and hedged meadows beneath the wooded ridges of a vast, wild forest (protected as a Natura 2000 site for its rich ecosystems). A magnificent landscape surrounds the property. The cottage is very comfortable and spacious. A beautiful, bright living room opens onto the garden and surrounding countryside through a large bay window. A warm, rustic charm blends tradition and modernity, enhanced by meticulous restoration (original fireplace mantel, stone walls, and wooden lintels). A peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Full of charm. A delightful, enclosed 400m² garden, carefully landscaped with lawn, plants, trees, and flowers, nestled on the edge of meadows, offers a large, sunny gravel terrace shaded by a lovely cherry tree (complemented by a second terrace overlooking the courtyard). Composition: Semi-detached village house. Wi-Fi (fiber optic). Electric heating + wood-burning stove. Access to the gîte, located on the first floor, is via an external staircase. First floor: living room/kitchen/lounge, 1 bedroom (double bed 140x200cm), shower room, separate WC. 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms (each with two single beds 90x200cm), shower room, separate WC. Enclosed garden + sheltered balcony + double terrace + covered carport (3 spaces) + bicycle storage + private parking. Shops & services including a supermarket 5 km away.