Rural Retreat - SAINT EMILAND

Authentic traditional country farmhouse from the end of the 19th century revisited as a gentle holiday home - with a vast natural garden of 3000m² - located in the countryside in a mini rural hamlet, on the edge of forests & meadows a stone's throw from the first vineyards of Couchois, 4 km from the "seven menhirs of Epoigny" (one of the most important megalithic sites in Burgundy) & 7.5 km from the charming medieval & commercial village of Couches (small supermarket, numerous amenities on site & exceptional heritage including the sumptuous castle of the Queen of France Marguerite of Burgundy dating from the 13th century). Magnificent preserved surroundings (partly classified as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its rich ecosystems), between wine-growing countryside and gentle mountains, bucolic rolling setting of nature and greenery combining vineyard hillsides, large ponds, wooded hills and verdant bocage valleys, adjoining the vast national forest of Planoise (one of the largest in France) on the southern slope of the Morvan massif (at the gateway to the Natural Park). Ultra-privileged location at the crossroads of the world-renowned vineyards of Côtes de Beaune, Hautes Côtes de Beaune & Côtes Chalonnaises, adjoining the nearby "Route des Grands Vins" extended by the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" (crossing the legendary wine-growing villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault, etc.), on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit, several marked "green walks" trails (a vast network of identical paths crisscrossing the area to be explored on foot or by mountain bike), 6 km from the GR 137 connected to the GR7 & GR76 as well as the superb GRP "Au Fil des Vignobles et Vallées", 12 km from the Greenway "from Morvan to the Vineyards", 13 km from the EuroVélo6 cycle route attached to a Greenway running along the famous Canal du Centre (a navigable route to be discovered during a boat trip or on foot), 13 km from two "favorite bike loops" referenced (18 & 24 km) & 16 km of the legendary GTMC mountain bike route (Grande Traversée du Massif Central). Prime location at the crossroads of the Côte d'Or and the rich territories of Chalonnais, Pays Beaunois, Autunois-Morvan. 16 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV station 21 km away), 15 km from the medieval town of Nolay (& its lake equipped for swimming), 18 km from Autun ("Town of Art and History", rich in an inestimable heritage covering more than 2000 years of human occupation), 20 km from the spa town of Santenay (casino on site), 25 km from Chagny (river marina linked to the Canal du Centre), 35 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "Town of Art and History"), 37 km from Beaune & 42 km from the famous Gallo-Roman archaeological site of Bibracte labeled "Grand Site de France". A perfect exotic "refuge" for a stay with multiple pleasures & discoveries! With family or lovers! Dominique opens the doors of an authentic traditional country farmhouse from the end of the 19th century, with "old-world" charm (completely restored inside), nestled in a dead end on the confines of a mini rural hamlet, between Morvan & country Couchois, very close to the town center of the small, typical village of Saint-Emiland (with a listed Romanesque church from the 12th century). Soothing "little corner of the countryside", nestled on the immediate edge of meadows on the edge of a forest (with, in season, the famous Charolais cows grazing peacefully as close neighbors), adjoining the "Pont du Roi dam" (si 2.5 km away), vast water reservoir of 44 ha nestled in the hollow of an immense wild forest massif (bucolic artificial lake submerging an ancient valley for several kilometers), exceptional biotope & literal fishermen's paradise, natural area classified & protected in Natura 2000 Zone for its rich fauna & flora (with an educational trail). Magnificent preserved countryside to discover in the surrounding area, combining wine-growing landscapes & gentle mountains, between vineyard hillsides, large ponds, vast wild forests & green bocage valleys. Spacious, comfortable gîte. Warm country style with a touch of "vintage" mixing traditions & modernity with the totally exotic soul of the place. Soft & exotic atmosphere of a literal family home. South-facing terrace opening onto a pleasant, intimate, vast natural flower garden of 3000m² (not overlooked), perfect secure play area for children. Beautiful view of nature & the surrounding meadows. Composition: Detached single-storey house. Wifi (fiber). Gas central heating. Living room-kitchen-lounge, living room-lounge, 2 bedrooms (double bed 140x190cm in each), bathroom (shower/Wc), separate Wc (mini laundry room). Terrace + natural land (3000m²) + private parking. Small supermarkets and amenities 7.5 km away. Please note: the TGV line passes nearby (500m behind the forest).