La Forge du Chateau - SAINT BONNET DE JOUX

An authentic, centuries-old forge, meticulously restored, nestled in the countryside on the prestigious grounds of the Château de Chaumont, an exceptional 17th-century heritage site (a family property since 1418) renowned for its sumptuous listed stables, a true masterpiece and equestrian palace built for the grandson of King Charles IX of France (one of the largest private stables of the Ancien Régime in France). Perched on a hilltop, the property also includes a château and a romantic park boasting superb views of the Charolais mountains, the foothills of the Auvergne, and even Mont Blanc on a clear day. A bucolic setting in a magnificent, unspoiled haven of nature and greenery, bordering woods and meadows (with peaceful Charolais cows as neighbors), adjoining the vast, wild Avaise forest, a protected ZNIEFF area. The gîte offers comfortable accommodation. Extremely spacious. Rooms of generous proportions. A warm, rustic charm blending tradition and modernity in a gentle atmosphere that combines classicism, vintage touches, and a contemporary feel. A large, sunny terrace overlooks a pleasant enclosed garden with a ping-pong table. Unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside. Access to the estate's beautiful walled swimming pool and private tennis court. Composition: property comprising 3 fully independent gîtes (holiday cottages) plus a historic building open to the public. Detached house. Wi-Fi (fiber optic). Oil-fired central heating. Ground floor: kitchen, living room, lounge, library/sitting room, 1 bedroom (double bed 160x200cm) with en-suite shower room (shower/WC), separate WC. First floor: 7 bedrooms (2 with a double bed 140x190cm / 1 double bed 160x200cm / 2 single beds 90x190cm / 3 single beds 90x190cm / 2 with a single bed 90x190cm), 2 of which have en-suite bathrooms (1 shower / 1 bathtub), shower room, bathroom (bathtub), 2 separate toilets. Enclosed garden (750m²) + private terrace + parking. Bicycle storage. 12x6m swimming pool (open from 9am to 6:30pm) + shared tennis court. Amenities 2.5 km. Stay in the heart of a prestigious property steeped in history! An authentic centuries-old forge - fully restored and converted into a comfortable holiday home offering access to a beautiful 12x6m swimming pool and a tennis court shared with the other cottages on the estate - nestled on the prestigious grounds of the Château de Chaumont and its exceptional stables, a literal equestrian palace classified as a "Historic Monument" dating from the 17th century (a masterpiece and one of the largest private stables of the Ancien Régime in France), nestled in the peace and quiet of the rolling countryside, 2.5 km from the charming, typical market town of Saint-Bonnet-de-Joux and 17 km from Charolles, the "Venice of Charolais", the famous city of Charles the Bold (all amenities on site). A peaceful, unspoiled natural setting, perched on the edge of meadows and a beautiful wild forest on a panoramic viewpoint, nestled in the heart of the magnificent Charolais bocage, on the Romanesque churches circuit and several marked footpaths designated as "green walks" (a vast network of identical hiking trails to explore in the area, on foot or by mountain bike), 4.5 km from the GR7 long-distance hiking trail, 17 km from the EuroVelo 6 cycle route (part of the "Tour de Bourgogne à vélo" cycle route) along the famous Canal du Centre (connected to the greenway), 19 km from the "Cycloroute 71" (Tour de Saône et Loire à vélo cycle route), 25 km from the "Véloire" greenway along the Loire River (the last wild river in Europe, protected as a "Natura 2000" and ZNIEFF site for its very rich flora and fauna ecosystems), and about twenty kilometers from the first vineyards of the Mâconnais region. Côtes Chalonnaises & 50 km from the Beaujolais vineyards ("Burgundy Wine Route" & "Great Wines Route" to explore). In the heart of the sublime Charolais-Brionnais region & its sumptuous rural landscapes, cradle of the AOCs of world-renowned cattle and sheep breeds (labeled "Land of Art and History"), not far from the Mâconnais, the Clunisois-Tournugeois (labeled "Land of Art and History") as well as the Chalonnais. A prime central location for easy exploration: 20 km from the medieval village of Mont-Saint-Vincent (one of Burgundy's most beautiful sites, boasting a truly unique 360° panoramic viewpoint), 27 km from the renowned abbey town of Cluny, 31 km from Paray-le-Monial (and its illustrious basilica), 42 km from Digoin (and its river marina nestled at the confluence of three canals), 47 km from Tournus, 49 km from Mâcon, and 50 km from the magnificent Roche de Solutré, a designated "Grand Site de France" (TGV stations: Le Creusot 38 km / Mâcon Loché 48 km). The property's three gîtes (including gîtes #3114 and #3279) can be rented together, accommodating up to 30 people. The perfect base for an unforgettable family holiday, immersed in a literally magical and totally "timeless" setting! An exceptional address!