Exceptional location 7 km from the illustrious abbey city of Cluny (all amenities on site), nestled "on the Greenway" at the foot of the majestic fortress of Berzé, priceless medieval treasure of Burgundy dating from the 10th century! Lovely authentic old "gatekeeper's house" from the end of the 19th century - steeped in history & completely revisited in a very comfortable holiday resort - nestled in peace on the edge of meadows, in the middle of the Clunisoise & Mâconnaise countryside, in the heart of the bucolic vineyards of " Val Lamartinien" (named after the famous French poet and writer native to the area / first vines 300m away). Magnificent unspoilt countryside & natural setting, nestled in the hollow of a green valley of meadows, vineyards & forests, on the wooded foothills of the southern Burgundy massif, within a protected area classified as "Zone Natura 2000" (for its very rich ecosystem), facing the northern Beaujolais massif & the sumptuous landscape jewel of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson labeled "Grand Site de France" (located 13 km away). Ideally located on the routes of the greenway (a stone's throw from the famous "Tunnel du Bois Clair" old railway tunnel, the longest in France open to a Greenway with 1.6 km), the circuit of the Romanesque churches, the "Route Wines of Burgundy", the GR76 & a marked footpath in "green walk" (very rich network of hiking trails of the same type, accessible in the surroundings walking between vineyards & nature), 6 km from the route Renowned GMT mountain bike (Grand Tour du Massif Sud Bourgogne / vast marked mountain bike area to be covered on the 2 surrounding mountains) & 8 km of a 17 km "favorite bike loop". Ultra-privileged location in the heart of Mâconnais & Clunisois-Tournugeois (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire") nestled at the very southern tip of the Mâconnais mountains on the borders of Haut Beaujolais (many vineyards to explore), at the crossroads of Bresse & the departments of Rhône & Ain. Prime location for easy access (RCEA 7 km / A6 15 km): 15 km from Mâcon (Mâcon Loché TGV station 15 km), 28 km from the Touroparc Zoo animal park, 40 km from Tournus, 41 km from Beaujeu (historic capital of Beaujolais), 41 km from Charolles, 43 km from La Clayette & 51 km from Villefranche-sur-Saône (labeled "City of Art & History"). The perfect cocoon for going green with multiple pleasures & for all bike lovers! Paul, a cycling enthusiast and "professional in the field" whose services you will appreciate during your stay (at once instructor, guide, rental and repair) and Claire open the doors to a charming authentic old "gatekeeper's house" from the late 19th century steeped in history and carefully revisited as a gentle holiday retreat, nestled in the quiet countryside of Cluny and Mâcon on the edge of a bucolic wooded meadow, formerly adjoining the Cluny-Mâcon railway line (in service from 1870 to 1968) now transformed into a "greenway" (cycle route which passes in front of the gîte). A magnificent, unspoiled setting, nestled in a verdant valley beneath the wooded ridges of a vast, wild forest massif, classified and protected as a "Natura 2000 Zone" for its remarkable ecosystem. Just a stone's throw from the first vineyards of the "Val Lamartinien" and very close to the picturesque little village of Berzé-le-Châtel, famous for its majestic 10th-century medieval fortress (visible in the background), an exceptional heritage gem of Burgundy (a sumptuous fortified castle boasting, among other things, fourteen towers, a Carolingian chapel, and several French and English gardens). A spacious and very comfortable cottage. Warm country charm with contemporary touches. A peaceful and serene atmosphere. Cozy and inviting. Full of character. Large terrace opening onto the meadows, sunny and shaded by two imposing ash trees. Pleasant lawned and landscaped garden offering a beautiful unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. Composition: Detached house on 2 levels. Wi-Fi. Electric heating + wood-burning stove. Ground floor: living room/kitchen/lounge (double sofa bed 140x190cm), separate WC, laundry room. First floor: 2 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm / two single beds 80x200cm that can be joined to make a double bed 160x200cm), shower room, separate WC. Private terrace, garden, bicycle storage, and parking. All amenities 7 km away (directly accessible via the Green Way). Please note: 2 standard bicycles are provided free of charge + electric bicycles can be rented at preferential rates and delivered on-site by the owner.