Exceptional residence in a magnificent landscaped setting! Very comfortable gîte - among other things equipped with bedrooms with private bathrooms & access to a beautiful heated swimming pool (5x10m) - nestled in a charming authentic "medieval base" castle nestled in a quiet area on a 1 hectare property ( adjoining the owners' farm), 7 km from the charming medieval & shopping town of Marcigny, a "Clunisian site" particularly known for its Monday morning market created in 1266 (many amenities on site including supermarkets). Peaceful little rural "family" hamlet nestled in a splendid rural setting of gentle rolling countryside, on a plateau overlooking the green Arconce valley in the heart of the bucolic Brionnais bocage, a stone's throw from the picturesque, perfectly preserved village of Anzy -le-Duc (famous for its sumptuous listed Romanesque church from the 11th century), very close to the banks of the Loire (the last wild river in Europe classified & protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its very rich ecosystem) bordered by the "quiet canal" linking Roanne to Digoin. Ideally located on the routes of the Romanesque church circuit, a marked walking path as a "green walk" (a vast network of hiking trails of the same type to discover in the area) & a referenced "Coup de Cœur bike loop" of 55 km (two other identical routes of 49 & 63 km accessible within 10 km), 3.5 km from the Voie Verte "Véloire" (connected to EuroVélo6), 7 km from a mountain bike route "Coup de Cœur " referenced 30 km, around thirty km from the first Côtes Roannaises vineyards & around fifty km from the Beaujolais vineyards. In the heart of the sublime territory of Charolais-Brionnais (labeled "Country of Art and History"), cradle of the AOC of world-renowned 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. Privileged location to easily reach several departments (at the crossroads of Allier, Loire & Rhône): 21 km from Paray-le-Monial, 22 km from Digoin (& its river marina linked to the famous Canal du Centre), 24 km from La Clayette, 28 km from the characterful town of Charlieu (& its exceptional Romanesque Benedictine abbey), 25 km from Charolles, 37 km from Roanne & 49 km from the very famous PAL amusement park. A 100% exotic charming resort, ideal for a relaxing "countrybreak" in "tribe" mode with the option of relaxing & lounging by the pool as a bonus! Authentic, charming "medieval base" castle remodeled over time, steeped in history & carefully restored, nestled peacefully on a 1 hectare park with century-old trees with a beautiful heated swimming pool (10x5m), adjoining the farm owners ("organic" breeding of Charolais cows) in a peaceful mini rural "family" hamlet. Superb landscaped setting, nestled "on a balcony" & "panoramic belvedere" on an exposed hill overlooking a bucolic valley of meadows crossed by a river, in the heart of the gentle hilly Brion countryside & its sumptuous bocage dotted with ponds, close to a vast national forest. Splendid unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. A stone's throw from the village, full of charm & perfectly preserved, famous for its iconic & very elegant listed Romanesque church from the 11th century (one of the most beautiful in Burgundy) & its magnificent Priory from the 12th century. Very comfortable cottage. Very spacious. Pieces with noble dimensions. Beautiful volumes. Warm "bourgeois" country style, refined & opulent, mixing "castle" spirit & contemporary atmosphere, enhanced by the rich traces of the original building (molded doors, woodwork, marble fireplace mantels, parquet floors, rosettes & moldings, etc.). Lots of charm & character. Cozy & ultra cocooning. Pleasant reserved space on the garden side nestled under the trees. Composition: Gite in the owners' house (complete independence without vis-à-vis) on a property housing 5 guest rooms (in a neighboring building). Wireless. Oil central heating. Ground floor: kitchen, lounge, living room, 1 bedroom (double bed 160x200cm), separate toilet. 1st floor: 4 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm / double bed 160x200cm + single bed 90x190cm / double bed 160x200cm + 2 single beds 90x190cm / double bed 160x200cm + single bed 100x190cm). Private shower room & WC per bedroom (4 showers / 1 bath). Private parking. Reserved garden space on common land. Bicycle storage. Shared heated swimming pool (10x5m). All amenities 7 km.