A carefully restored, authentic traditional 19th-century farmhouse, nestled in the peaceful Brionnais countryside, bordering a bucolic valley of meadows, within a tranquil rural hamlet adjoining the village center. Perched on a hilltop offering panoramic views, this picturesque village, with its charming pedestrian center, boasts a notable heritage (a listed 12th-century Romanesque church, chapels and castles, beautifully restored houses, etc.), offers various leisure facilities (park, playgrounds, outdoor recreation area, basketball and pétanque courts, etc.), and enjoys a sumptuous, rolling landscape (classified as a ZNIEFF area), nestled in the heart of the sublime local bocage landscape dotted with rivers and forests. The cottage is very comfortable and extremely spacious. A warm, rustic charm, enhanced by traces of the original structure (stone and marble fireplace mantels, majestic central staircase, ironwork, doors, beams, etc.). Full of character. A cozy and inviting atmosphere reminiscent of a family home. Beautiful unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside. Pleasant enclosed garden. Large, flower-filled courtyard (a veritable natural pétanque court). Immediate access to a vast enclosed natural meadow with a swing. Exceptional heated indoor swimming pool adorned with an unusual painted mural. Composition : Semi-detached house. Wi-Fi. Oil-fired central heating + fireplace. Ground floor: Kitchen-living room, lounge, 1 bedroom (double bed 140x190cm), accessible shower room, separate accessible WC. 1st floor. Four bedrooms (two single beds 90x190cm / one double bed 160x200cm / one double bed 140x190cm / two single beds 90x190cm) with en-suite bathrooms/WCs (two showers / two bathtubs). Enclosed garden (with courtyard) + enclosed grounds (with swing) + heated indoor swimming pool (8x4m / shower & WC) + carport (one space) + private parking. All amenities including supermarkets 7 km away. The entire property (gîte 812) can be rented together for a total capacity of 16 people. Exceptional address! Authentic traditional 19th century farmhouse of character carefully restored - with a rare indoor heated swimming pool of 8x4m & bedrooms with private bathrooms - nestled in a quiet area on the edge of meadows, in a peaceful rural hamlet, 3.5 km from the typical & commercial village of Iguérande ("Cluniac Site") & 7 km from the characterful town of Charlieu (exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey / all amenities on site including supermarkets). Calm & total tranquility, adjoining the heart of a picturesque Brionnais village, nestled "on a promontory" on one of the seven local hills overlooking the Loire Valley, in the hollow of a sublime rural setting preserved by nature & greenery, magnificent gentle rolling countryside of hedgerows & small forests, very close to the banks of the Loire ("the last wild river in Europe" classified & protected in "Natura 2000 Zone"). Privileged location on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit & several marked hiking trails in "green walks" (very rich network of identical hiking trails to explore in the area), 3.5 km from the "Véloire" Green Way connected to EuroVélo6, 3.5 km from the "tranquil canal" linking Roanne to Digoin, 5 km from a referenced 30 km "Coup de Cœur" mountain bike route, 6.5 km from the GR765, 12 km from a referenced 55 km "Coup de Cœur bike loop" (same type route of 88 km accessible at 16 km), 28 km from the first vineyards of the Côtes Roannaises ("Forez Roannais Wine Route in Loire Volcanique" to explore) & 45 km from the Beaujolais vineyards (& the "Burgundy Wine Route"). Prime location at the very southern tip of Burgundy, in the heart of the magnificent Charolais-Brionnais region (labelled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), cradle of the world-renowned AOC cattle and sheep breeds, rich in sumptuous landscapes and an exceptional historical heritage, at the crossroads of Sologne & Montagne Bourbonnaise and Pays Roannais, not far from Mâconnais-Clunisois and Beaujolais. Ideal for exploring several departments (at the crossroads of Allier, Loire & Rhône): 12 km from Sémur-en-Brionnais (with the prestigious "Most Beautiful Villages of France" label), 13 km from the charming medieval & commercial village of Marcigny ("Cluniac Site" particularly known for its Monday morning market created in 1266), 22 km from La Clayette, 24 km from Roanne, 38 km from Paray-le-Monial, 38 km from Charolles, 39 km from Digoin (& its river marina linked to the Canal du Centre) & 47 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais). The perfect charming resort for an ultra-relaxing "green getaway" with a "tribe" offering the rare privilege of enjoying a heated indoor swimming pool in all seasons!
