Cozy "charming cottage" nestled in an elegant 19th century character farmhouse steeped in history & carefully restored nestled on a pleasant enclosed property of 2500m² - with a beautiful heated swimming pool (4x9m) - located in a quiet area, in the heart of a picturesque rural hamlet, 7.5 km from the charming market town of Sennecey-le-Grand (all amenities on site including supermarkets). Total tranquility in the heart of the rolling Tournugeoise countryside (on a protected site in ZNIEFF), at the crossroads of the famous vineyards of Mâconnais & Côtes Chalonnaises (first vines 1 km away), on the wooded foothills of the southern Burgundy massif (to be discovered during peaceful walks or mountain bike rides), adjoining the bucolic Grosne valley (protected in "Natura 2000 Zone" for the quality of its rich ecosystems), in the hollow of a magnificent landscaped setting, combining agriculture, viticulture & nature. Ultra-privileged location on the routes of the Romanesque churches circuit, several marked hiking trails including a "green walk" (vast network of hiking trails of the same type to discover in the area) & a mountain bike route connected to the renowned GTM nearby (Grand Tour du Massif Sud-Bourgogne / vast network of paths labeled "VTT FFC" crisscrossing the massif to explore), 2.5 km from the passage of the "Cycloroute71" (Tour de la Saône-et-Loire à vélo), 3 km from the GR76 adjoining the legendary "Chemin des Moines" (formerly linking the abbeys of Cluny & Cîteaux) as well as the "ViaCluny" (accessible 8 km away), 12 km from the Green Way of the "Grande Boucle de Bourgogne du sud", 12 km from a marked cycle route serving the famous Canal du Centre & the EuroVélo6 cycle route (connected to the "Tour de Burgundy by Bike") & 13 km of the Blue Way along the Saône, very close to the "Burgundy Wine Route" (Mâconnais-Beaujolais) extended by the "Great Wine Route" (Côtes Chalonnaises & Couchois). In the heart of southern Burgundy, nestled between Grosne & Saône, at the crossroads of Tournugeois-Clunisois (labeled "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire"), southern Chalonnais, northern Mâconnais & Bresse Bourguignonne, all rich in exceptional heritage and sublime landscapes. 9.5 km from the medieval village of Brancion, 13 km from Tournus, 16 km from Saint-Gengoux-le-National (major Cluniac site labeled "Cities of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté"), 19 km from Taizé (& its famous religious community), 20 km from Cuisery (listed among the very exclusive 8 French "Book Villages"), 25 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "Town of Art and History"), 28 km from the illustrious abbey city of Cluny, 39 km from Louhans (capital of Bresse), 41 km from the TGV station of Le Creusot, 43 km from Mâcon (Mâcon Loché TGV station 49 km away), 48 km from the sumptuous landscaped jewel of the Roches de Solutré & Vergisson (labeled "Grand Site de France"), 53 km from Charolles & 55 km from Beaune. A soothing "bubble" of serenity for a relaxing "country break" with lazing around & lounging by the pool as a bonus! Gabrielle (French-American) & Guillaume welcome you to an authentic 19th century character farmhouse, steeped in history & very carefully restored, nestled in a quiet area a stone's throw from the vineyards, in the heart of a picturesque rural hamlet perfectly preserved. Magnificent rural & natural setting preserved all around, nestled on the wooded foothills of the Massif sud Bourgogne (rich in numerous panoramic viewpoints), at the foot of the Sully mountain protected in ZNIEFF (home to an unusual "green theater" of ancient type), in the hollow of the verdant valley of the Grosne (classified "Natura 2000 Zone" for its rare ecosystems), gentle rolling countryside mixing hillsides of vineyards, wild forests & hedged meadows dotted with bucolic rivers & ponds. Very comfortable cottage. Warm, country-style character with a "family home" feel, enhanced by the exotic soul of the original building (stone walls and lintels, fireplace mantel, molded closet doors, period timber framing...). Cozy atmosphere. Lots of charm. Pleasant balcony-terrace sheltered under a traditional "Mâconnaise gallery". Intimate enclosed garden of 2500m², carefully lawned, with flowers and trees, housing a beautiful heated swimming pool (4x8m), a herb garden, a mini fruit orchard (cherry, plum, peach, apple, pear trees... / picking possible) & a chicken coop. Composition: Gîte in the owners' house (complete independence). Wi-Fi (fiber). Gas central heating. Shared laundry room on the ground floor. Gîte on 2 levels (access via external staircase). 1st floor: living room-kitchen-lounge, bedroom (double bed 160x200cm) with private bathroom (shower/WC). 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms (double bed 160x200cm in each), bathroom (bath/WC). Sheltered balcony-terrace + heated swimming pool (4x8m / open from May to September) + bicycle storage + carport (2 spaces) + private parking. Enclosed grounds (2500m²) shared (garden + courtyard). Amenities including supermarkets 7.5 km away.