Magnificent landscaped setting! A literal haven of peace and relaxation! Authentic traditional 19th century character farmhouse, carefully restored to the highest standards & revisited as an ultra-cozy holiday home, nestled in a quiet, "balcony" setting on a southern hillside, in the hollow of a bucolic valley of meadows on the edge of a small wild forest, in a peaceful rural mini "family" hamlet located 9 km from the picturesque market town of Saint-Vallier (many amenities on site including a supermarket) & 14 km from Montceau-les-Mines, a historic mining town dotted with lakes & ponds (all shops, services & leisure facilities including a golf course, river marina & rich industrial heritage to discover on site). Absolute tranquility, nestled in a sublime preserved setting of total nature & greenery, in the heart of the gentle rolling northern Charolais countryside (protected in ZNIEFF for its rich ecosystems), in the heart of the splendid local bocage dotted with ponds, rivers & forests, close to a "Natura 2000 Zone" dedicated to the protection of the rare "European pond turtles" (group of 4 ponds surrounded by vast preserved plant belts). Ideally located on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit & various marked footpaths (attached to a vast network of "green walks" crisscrossing the area, to be explored on foot or by mountain bike), 3 km from the GR7 (connected to the GR76), 9 km from the EuroVélo6 cycle route attached to the "Tour de Bourgogne à vélo" (largely along the famous Canal du Centre), 21 km from the Green Route of the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du Sud" linked to the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de la Saône-et-Loire à vélo) and around twenty km from the junction of the Côtes Mâconnaises & Côtes Chalonnaises vineyards crossed by the "Route des Vins de Bourgogne" & the "Route des Grands Vins". Prime central location in the heart of Southern Burgundy, on the edge of the sublime preserved territory of Charolais-Brionnais labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" (cradle of the famous AOC cattle breed recognized worldwide), at the crossroads of Autunois-Morvan, Chalonnais, Mâconnais & Clunisois-Tournugeois (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"). Prime location for exploring: 4 km from the medieval town of Mont-Saint-Vincent (and its unique belvedere offering an extraordinary, literally exceptional 360° panorama), 21 km from Saint-Gengoux-le-National ("Cluniac Site" labeled "Cities of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté"), 27 km from Le Creusot (renowned Combes amusement park / Le Creusot TGV station 21 km away), 32 km from Charolles, 32 km from the illustrious abbey city of Cluny, 41 km from the city of the "sacred heart" of Paray-le-Monial, 42 km from the famous Paldenshangpa Buddhist temple of La Boulaye, 44 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "Town of Art & History"), 45 km from Tournus, 53 km from the sumptuous jewel landscaped area of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson labeled "Grand Site de France", 50 km from Autun (labeled "Town of Art & History") & 55 km from Mâcon. A perfect "cocoon" full of charm & serenity, for a refreshing breath of fresh air for lovers! Like a feeling of tranquility at the "end of the world"! Belgian by birth and Burgundian by adoption, Katty (a painter whose works you can admire and visit the workshop on site) and Alex, open the doors to an authentic traditional farmhouse of character from the 19th century, carefully restored, nestled in a "balcony" and "panoramic belvedere", on the southern hillside, in the heart of an intimate mini rural hamlet steeped in history, nestled in a cul-de-sac. Absolute tranquility and a magnificent "little corner of the countryside", nestled in the hollow of a bucolic valley of meadows (where the peaceful donkeys of the owners or Charolais cows graze in season) in the heart of the sublime local bocage, on the edge of a small wild forest and a stone's throw from a small river full of fish. Splendid preserved setting of nature and greenery. Absolutely enchanting setting and site. Literally a haven of peace and rest, 100% relaxing. Opportunity to observe wildlife on site (deer, foxes, birds of prey, rare black storks, etc.). Very comfortable cottage. Warm, "country chic" character combined with the completely exotic soul of a perfectly preserved old rural residence. Room nestled under the eaves in "cocoon mode." "Soft" atmosphere worthy of a cozy "little nest." Ultra cozy and cocooning. Enormous charm and character. Pleasant flowered and green garden overlooking the meadows, on a very well-kept property (housing a mini chicken coop). Large exposed terrace offering a beautiful unobstructed view of the surrounding countryside. Composition: Gite adjoining the owners' house and artist's studio (complete independence). Wi-Fi (fiber). Oil-fired central heating (heat pump in the off-season). Free laundry service. Raised ground floor (6 steps): living room-kitchen-lounge, separate toilet. 1st floor: bedroom (2 single beds 80x200cm which can be joined to form a double bed 160x200cm) with "open" bathroom with curtain (bath + shower + WC). Balcony-terrace + garden (100m²) + private parking. Bicycle storage. Shops & supermarket 9 km away.