Le Gîte des Châtelaines - ANZY LE DUC

Elegant authentic bourgeois residence of character steeped in history dating from 1818, fully restored, flanked by a charming little contemporary chalet, nestled in the rolling Brionnais countryside, on the edge of a bucolic plateau of pastures (home to the famous Charolais cows as close neighbors in season) on the edge of a mini rural hamlet nestled "on the road" separating Digoin & Marcigny. Possibility of observing wildlife on site (roe deer, hares, foxes, storks, birds of prey etc.). Magnificent landscaped setting combining agriculture & nature, not far from the heart of the village, full of charm, famous for its iconic listed Romanesque church from the 11th century. Spacious gîte with very good comfort. Warm country charm with contemporary touches of "country chic" spirit enhanced by the soul of the original building (staircase, stone walls & fireplace mantel, beams & framework, etc.). Cozy & cozy atmosphere. Lots of charm & character. Pleasant 6000m² garden, carefully flowered, planted & planted with trees ("bamboo grove", cherry trees, fig trees, plum trees, apple trees, apricot trees... / picking possible), intimate green setting nestled away from prying eyes including a beautiful heated swimming pool with shower (6x2.5m) & a spacious sheltered terrace offering a soothing unobstructed view of the meadows. Composition: Detached house + small independent chalet (access via 50m of stone driveway). Wi-Fi (fiber). Oil central heating. Wood pellet stove + fireplace. Raised ground floor (3 steps): living room-kitchen-lounge, separate toilet. 1st floor: 2 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm / double bed 140x190cm), shower room without door ("open" with curtain). Bedroom on the ground floor in an independent chalet on the garden side (double bed 160x200cm) with private bathroom (shower) + Wc in "dry toilet" (access from outside). Garden (6000m²) + terrace + sheltered terrace + heated swimming pool with shower (6x2.5m) + private parking. Shops and supermarkets 7 km. Elegant authentic bourgeois residence of character steeped in history dating from 1818, completely renovated into a comfortable holiday home - with a beautiful heated swimming pool (6x2.5m) - backed by a charming little independent chalet on an intimate, very well-kept property of 6000m² located 3.5 km from the picturesque village of Anzy-le-Duc (famous for its sumptuous listed Romanesque church from the 11th century) & 7 km from the charming medieval & commercial town of Marcigny, a "Cluniac site" particularly known for its Monday morning market created in 1266 (very many amenities on site including supermarkets). Pleasant landscaped setting nestled in the heart of the unspoiled Brionnais countryside, in the heart of the bucolic local hilly bocage, on the edge of a mini rural hamlet, in the hollow of the verdant Arconce valley, very close to the banks of the Loire (the last wild river in Europe protected in a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its very rich ecosystems) bordered by the "tranquil canal" linking Roanne to Digoin. Ideally located on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit & a marked "green walk" hiking trail (vast network of similar hiking trails to explore in the area, on foot or by mountain bike), 1.5 km from the "Véloire" Green Way along the banks of the Loire (connected to EuroVélo6 as well as to the "Tour de Bourgogne à vélo"), 1.5 km from a marked mountain bike route labeled "VTT-FFC" (attached to a vast network of similar routes crisscrossing the area), 1.5 km from the "Cycloroute71" (tour of the Saône-et-Loire), around thirty km from the first vineyards of the Côtes Roannaises, around fifty km from the Beaujolais vineyards (first vineyard in the world recognized as a "UNESCO Global Geopark") & around sixty km from the Côtes Maconnaises ("Burgundy Wine Route" & Beaujolais Wine Route to explore). In the heart of the sublime Charolais-Brionnais region (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), an ultra-renowned breeding land, cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle breed, 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. Privileged location to reach several departments (at the crossroads of Allier, Loire & Rhône): 11 km from the medieval village of Semur-en-Brionnais, which has the very rare label "Most Beautiful Villages of France", 16 km from Saint-Christophe-en-Brionnais & its iconic weekly "Livestock Market" dating from the end of the 15th century, 19 km from Digoin (river marina linked to the famous Canal du Centre), 21 km from Paray-le-Monial, 26 km from Charolles, 27 km from the characterful town of Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey), 30 km from La Clayette, 37 km from Roanne & 47 km from the very famous PAL amusement park. A charming "pied à terre" to get together with family and friends, with relaxation and lounging by the pool as a bonus!