L'Atelier des Sens - PLOTTES

Sophie & Franck (a knowledgeable oenophile, a winegrower by passion, a competition "taster" and a retired wine salesman), open the doors of a charming authentic winemaker's house of character built in 1753, very carefully restored and revisited as a gentle holiday retreat, nestled in the calm a stone's throw from the vines, on the edge of a square with "old-world charm", within a picturesque peaceful little Burgundian village perfectly preserved (19th century neo-Romanesque church, beautiful typical houses, wash houses & numerous "cadoles" carefully rehabilitated), steeped in great history (a key site of the Wars of Religion in the 16th century). Peace and tranquility in the heart of the rolling vineyards of the Haut-Mâconnais (a blend of urban and rural charm), nestled in the heart of the legendary Chardonnay grape variety, in a bucolic valley of vineyards, fields, and meadows overlooked by the wooded ridges of the vast surrounding wild forests (offering magnificent panoramic viewpoints), within a protected ZNIEFF area renowned for its rich flora and fauna. The surrounding rural setting is breathtakingly beautiful, a sublime and preserved landscape where viticulture, agriculture, and nature intertwine. The comfortable gîte is located in the former stables of the estate that once occupied the site. It boasts a warm, rustic charm with contemporary touches, a "country chic" feel, enhanced by an original stone wall adorned with a vaulted ceiling. The atmosphere is enveloping, soft, and incredibly cozy. Full of charm and character. A large, sunny courtyard terrace (pleasantly shaded in the afternoon) is complemented by a spacious, sheltered, and incredibly cozy terrace – perfectly designed as a pool house – on a secluded, gated property, literally laid out in a "cocoon" in the heart of the historic village. The property is meticulously landscaped with flowers and boasts a beautiful 7x3.5m swimming pool and the owners' vegetable garden. Composition: This self-catering cottage is located in a semi-detached village house that also houses the owners and offers year-round rental accommodation (complete independence). Amenities include Wi-Fi (fiber optic), heat pump heating, air conditioning, and a laundry room accessible from the outside. The cottage is on the ground floor and comprises a living room/kitchen/lounge, a bedroom (double bed 160x200cm), and a bathroom (shower/WC). There is a private gravel courtyard terrace and a private sheltered terrace. Guests have access to a shared enclosed garden (400m²) and courtyard. Shared swimming pool (7x3.5m) accessible during private hours from 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 5pm. Bicycle storage. Ample free public parking in the village square in front of the gîte. All amenities, including supermarkets, 5.5 km away. Between "town & country" in the heart of the bucolic vineyards of the Haut-Mâconnais, a stone's throw from amenities! Authentic winemaker's house of character built in 1753 - adorned with an intimate pleasant enclosed garden offering a beautiful 7x3.5m swimming pool - very carefully re-enchanted into an elegant charming gîte with a contemporary feel, nestled in the calm a stone's throw from the vines in a peaceful and picturesque little Burgundian wine village, steeped in history and perfectly preserved, 5.5 km from the delightful gastronomic town of Tournus renowned for its world-famous abbey site (all shops & services including supermarkets, numerous sports & leisure facilities and river marina on site). In the heart of the gentle rolling wine country (largely protected in "Natura 2000 Zones" & ZNIEFF for its rich ecosystems), nestled in a sublime landscape setting, combining vineyard slopes, fields & wooded meadows and beautiful wild forests, overlooking the Val de Saône on the foothills of the Massif Sud Bourgogne (a vast wild space to explore on foot or by mountain bike). An exceptionally privileged location on the Romanesque Churches circuit, with numerous marked hiking trails including several "green walks" (a vast network of similar hiking trails winding between vineyards and unspoiled countryside, to be discovered throughout the area) and the renowned GTM mountain bike route, certified "FFC Mountain Biking" (Grand Tour of the Southern Burgundy Massif, connected to a vast network of identical mountain bike trails crisscrossing the massif in a "star" pattern), adjacent to the "Burgundy Wine Route" which extends into the "Great Wines Route", 1 km from the GR76 long-distance hiking trail, alongside the famous GR "Cluny Way" (ViaCluny) and the legendary "Monks' Way" (once linking the abbeys of Cîteaux and Cluny), 2 km from the "Cycloroute71" (Tour of the Saône-et-Loire by bike), and 6 km from the Voie Bleue (along the banks of the Saône) adjacent to The Green Way of the "Great Loop of Southern Burgundy" and 16 km of the renowned Mont-Saint-Romain downhill mountain bike trail. Prime location in the heart of the Mâconnais (and its famous Chardonnay AOCs), at the crossroads of the Ain, the Tournugeois-Clunisois (labeled "Land of Art and History") and the Bresse Bourguignonne, not far from the vineyards of the Côtes Chalonnaises, Beaujolais as well as the world-renowned Côtes de Beaune & Hautes Côtes de Beaune. Ideal for easy exploration (A6 motorway 6 km away): 10 km from Lugny ("the small capital of the Haut-Mâconnais," the leading wine producer of Burgundy wines, home to a renowned treetop adventure park), 11 km from the medieval town of Brancion, 12 km from the rare Truchère Nature Reserve (a remarkable protected ecosystem), 12 km from Cuisery (listed among the very exclusive 8 French "Book Villages"), 17 km from Pont de Vaux (river marina on the Saône), 17 km from the Blanot caves, 26 km from the medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National, a "Town of Character of Burgundy-Franche-Comté," 29 km from Mâcon (Mâcon-Loché train station 35 km away), 31 km from the illustrious abbey town of Cluny, 32 km from Louhans. (historic capital of Bresse), 33 km from Chalon-sur-Saône (designated a "City of Art and History"), 38 km from the magnificent landscape of the Roche de Solutré, a designated "Grand Site de France," and 44 km from Vonnas (the gastronomic village of Georges Blanc). A delightful haven of charm and serenity for a soothing countryside getaway, complete with poolside relaxation! The perfect spot for all wine lovers!