l'Epicerie - SAINT-MICAUD

Stay "in the shade" of an exceptional 6m high Celtic menhir, a literal Neolithic pearl of Burgundy! Charming authentic character residence dating from 1885, steeped in history & carefully restored, nestled in the heart of a peaceful little residential & agricultural village 11 km from the commercial town of Montchanin (very many amenities including supermarkets) & 14 km from the picturesque medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National, "Clunisian Site" labeled "Cities of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté". In the heart of the gentle rolling Creusot countryside, on the edge of southern Chalonnais, a soothing rural & preserved natural setting, combining bucolic groves, rivers, vineyards & vast wild forests, neighboring the verdant Guye valley (partly protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" & "ZNIEFF" for its rich ecosystems). Privileged location, at the crossroads of the Côtes Chalonnaises & Mâconnais vineyards, adjoining the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne" & the "Route des Grands Vins" (extended by the illustrious "Route des Grands Crus" crossing the legendary wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault, etc.) and the circuit of Romanesque churches, ideally located on the routes of several marked hiking trails in "balade verte" (very rich network of hiking trails of the same type to explore on foot or by mountain bike in the area) & a marked cycle route connected to the Eurovélo6 (along the famous & nearby Canal du Centre) as well as to the "Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo", 1.5 km from the GR7 (adjoining the GR76) & 14 km from the Voie Verte of the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du Sud" connected to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de Saône and Loire by bike). Central location of choice in the very heart of southern Burgundy, at the crossroads of Chalonnais, Charolais-Brionnais (labeled "Country of Art and History"), Tournugeois-Clunisois (labeled "Country of Art and History"), Autunois-Morvan & Mâconnais. Ideal for exploring: 12 km from the medieval village of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of the most beautiful sites in Burgundy with a literally unique 360° panoramic "belvedere"), 17 km from Buxy, 20 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / Creusot TGV station 12 km away), 25 km from Givry, 30 km from the medieval village of Brancion, 34 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "Town of Art and History"), 36 km from the illustrious abbey city of Cluny, 38 km from Tournus, 43 km from Charolles & 47 km from Autun (labeled "Town of Art and History" & its exceptional heritage rich in more than 2000 years of human presence). Possibility of group rental of the 2 gîtes of the property (with gîte n°1767) for a total capacity of 10 people. An exotic pied-à-terre, close to all amenities, for a "low-cost" stay with multiple pleasures & discoveries! Martine & Rémy open the doors of a charming traditional house of character dating from 1885, carefully restored & full of history (former village coaching inn), nestled on an unusual property where stands (at the entrance on the street side) "La Pierre aux Fées", an authentic "engraved" Celtic menhir classified as a "Historic Monument" ("standing stone" of 15 tonnes & 6 meters, the highest of this type in Saône-et-Loire) exceptional Neolithic vestige & true heritage pearl of Burgundy. In the heart of a peaceful little residential & agricultural village perched "in belvedere" on a hill overlooking the gentle rolling Creusot countryside, on the edge of southern Châlonnais, a peaceful preserved rural & natural setting dotted with lakes, ponds & rivers (partly protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" & "ZNIEFF" for its fauna & flora riches) combining bucolic groves & vast wild forests, in close proximity to the first vineyards (Côtes Chalonnaises) as well as the old mining basins converted towards fun outdoor & cultural activities (exceptional 19th and 20th century manufacturing heritage to discover). Comfortable gîte. Beautiful volumes. Warm country character with contemporary accents mixed with the exotic soul of an old building (preservation of the "dated" stone chimney breast & original beams). Large terrace nestled "in the shade" of the menhir opening onto a pleasant garden offering a beautiful unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. Composition: Gîte in a house comprising 1 other seasonal accommodation (on property housing the owners' second gîte). Wifi (fibre). Electric heating. Ground floor: living room-kitchen-lounge, 1 bedroom (double bed 140x190cm + 2 single beds 90x190cm bunk beds), bathroom (shower), separate toilet. Garden (100m²) + terrace + private parking. Bicycle storage. Shops & services 11 km. Supermarkets 10 km. Please note: the TGV line passes close to the village (without any particular nuisance).