Montmelard, Burgundy 71520

A charming 5 bedroom stone property situated in a very quiet location between the historic towns of Cluny and Charolles. The 7000 m2 gardens have a family swimming pool, lawns, a small wood and an orchard. Beautiful views of Montmelard on one side and the rolling hills of southern Burgundy on the other. This beautiful character house is accessed by a rural lane leading to a handful of neighbouring properties, barely visible due to the hilly and wooded terrain. The nearby village of Montmelard is a welcoming place with a renowned restaurant named after Mont Saint Cyr, the highest point in southern Burgundy. A 10-minute drive away is Dompierre les Ormes or Matour for local shops and services. The focal point of the ground floor is a wonderful dining room and fitted corner kitchen, with patio doors to the east and west showing the greenery and views all around. To one side is a cosy yet spacious 'winter' lounge with terracotta tiles and a wood burning stove. Above, a bright and airy 'summer lounge'. On the other side of the dining room is the old kitchen/utility room and a very large bedroom. To the rear of the house, accessed via the two kitchens and the rear garden, is a hallway and a shower room with WC.The first floor is accessed by a staircase from the hallway. A hallway leads to 3 double bedrooms and a bathroom with Wc. These rooms have retained their rustic character with terracotta tiles or wooden flooring. Another staircase leads to the top floor where there are 2 small bedrooms under the eaves.The house is double glazed, except for one window. Part of the ground floor is heated by radiators fed by a gas boiler, but this would require an extension for year-round use. An efficient wood burning stove has been installed in the lower living room.The property benefits from mains drainage.To the side of the house is a triple height barn with an area of approximately 35 m2. On the other side, there is a workshop. There is also a separate bread oven and a vaulted cellar under the original house. The garden is mostly grassed, with plenty of room for kids or pets to play, and a large terrace near the kitchen for outdoor dining. There are mature and shady trees and a 12 x 6m saltwater swimming pool, all surrounded by great views.A wooded plot of 2500 m2 is attached to the garden. Just across the little-used rural lane is an enclosed orchard and a private parking area. There is also space to park in a shaded area near the house. A spacious property with a unique character in a beautiful natural setting. This property is presented by: Jane Duller Prime, +33 7 , Commercial Agent, Rsac Chalon s/ Sane 398 171 330