Le Meix - GIVRY - Gîte

Just a stone's throw from the vineyards of the Côtes Chalonnaises and shops & services! Charming "bourgeois" residence of character dating from the 19th century - steeped in history and carefully revisited into an ultra comfortable contemporary holiday home - located a stone's throw from the vineyards & amenities, in the heart of the charming wine-growing and commercial town of Givry & its famous AOC (numerous shops & services on site including a supermarket 500m away & very rich heritage), 10 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (labeled "City of Art and History"). Gentle, preserved wine country with magnificent rolling landscapes to discover in the surrounding area (largely protected in ZNIEFF and "Natura 2000" zones for its remarkable ecosystems), combining vineyards, wooded hills, meadows & deep wild forests, next to the famous "Val d'Or" & its renowned "Mercurey" cru (leader of the crus of the Côte Chalonnaise, one of the oldest AOCs in France) and the bucolic valley of the Vaux ("the little Switzerland of Chalonnaise"). An exceptionally privileged location on the routes of several marked "green walks" (a very extensive network of identical paths crisscrossing the region, ideal for hiking or mountain biking), the "Southern Burgundy Loop" Green Way, the Romanesque Churches circuit, and the "Great Wines Route" (which extends into the renowned "Great Crus Route" passing through the legendary wine villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Meursault, etc.), 3.5 km from the GR7 & GR76 long-distance hiking trails (connected to the famous "Along the Vineyards and Valleys" & "Great Crus" long-distance hiking trails), 11 km from the Canal du Centre Green Way (a route also perfect for relaxing boat trips or walks) adjacent to the "Burgundy Cycling Tour," the EuroVelo 6, and the "Cycloroute 71" (Saône-et-Loire Cycling Tour), 15 km The Blue Route (running alongside the Saône River) connects to the Bresse Green Route, 15 km of the "Pond Route" cycle route, 19 km of the "Vineyard Route" Green Route (a 36 km route through the vineyards of Burgundy's Grand Cru wines, among the most prestigious in the world), and 19 km of the "Morvan to Vineyards" Green Route. It boasts a prime location at the crossroads of the Couchois region and the world-renowned vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and Hautes Côtes de Beaune, at the intersection of the Côte d'Or, the Beaune region, the Bresse Bourguignonne, and the Autunois. Ideally located for exploring the region (RCEA 3 km away and A6 10 km away): 15 km from Chagny (renowned for its Sunday morning gourmet market), 15 km from Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune (river marina on the Canal du Centre), 19 km from the spa and wine-growing town of Santenay (casino on site), 23 km from the medieval village of Saint-Gengoux-le-National ("Cluniac Site", listed as a "Town of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté"), 29 km from the medieval town of Nolay (with a lake), 31 km from Beaune, 31 km from Le Creusot (famous Combes amusement park / Le Creusot TGV train station 25 km away), 32 km from Tournus, 43 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 47 km from Louhans (capital of the Located in the Bresse region of Burgundy and 48 km from Autun (a designated "City of Art and History," boasting an invaluable heritage spanning over 2000 years of human presence), this unique haven of charm and comfort – certified "Accueil Vélo" (Cyclist Welcome) – offers a rejuvenating stay filled with pleasures and discoveries, perfect for couples or families! Martin, Argentinian by birth & Burgundian by adoption (music teacher speaking 5 languages!) & Isabelle open the doors of a charming 19th century "bourgeois" residence full of character and steeped in history (former home of Armand Calliat, famous artist, archaeologist & historian, renowned "scholar of Burgundy") completely restored with style & taste, located on the edge of a lane a stone's throw from the first vineyards & a park (playground) in the heart of the wine-growing & commercial town of Givry. A former fortified village, the remains of whose ramparts still stand, famous for its AOC (the jewel of the Côtes Chalonnaises) and its rich listed heritage (numerous churches, a 12th-century Romanesque building, the Clock Gate, the round hall, the Monks' Cellar, wash houses, characterful residences, etc.), this charming town nestles in a magnificent, unspoiled valley of vineyard-covered hillsides and meadows, encircled by vast national forests. It offers all essential services and shops, as well as numerous leisure activities, including the "Acrogivry" Park (the largest treetop adventure park in Burgundy and one of the largest adventure parks in France). It enjoys a stunningly beautiful rural and natural setting with sublime landscapes. This spacious and comfortable gîte features a generous living area, a refined and elegant contemporary style, and a serene, Scandinavian-inspired ambiance. It exudes charm. Cozy and ultra-comfortable. Very well-equipped with high-quality amenities. Composition: Duplex apartment in the owners' house (complete privacy). Wi-Fi (fiber optic). Heat pump heating. Air conditioning. Ground floor: living room/kitchen/lounge (1 double sofa bed 140x200cm), separate WC. First floor: 2 bedrooms (one double bed 160x200cm / one single bed 90x190cm), shower room (shower/WC). Private bicycle storage (large entrance hall). Ample free public parking on site (opposite the apartment). Shops and services nearby (supermarket 500m away). "Accueil Vélo" certified.