*Welcome to southern Burgundy in the small village of Montbellet. Come and enjoy the Gîtes du Moulin de Jonc, a large group gîte in the countryside, in the golden triangle between Macon, Cluny and Tournus. Seasonal rental all year round, very well suited for family or friends gatherings, reunions, birthdays, retirements, etc. Charm, relaxation and conviviality *Very well located almost in the center of France, 400km from Paris and Marseille, everyone travels a bit and we meet in southern Burgundy *Very close to motorway exit 12km Tournus and 22km Macon Nord, 1 hour from Dijon, Beaune, Lyon and by TGV 1 hour 30 minutes from Paris Macon Loché station 25km away, in the heart of the vineyards of Southern Burgundy.
GPS 46.482279 4.879924 Peace and quiet surrounded by nature in this charming, well-renovated 17th-century mill. Enjoy the large south-facing terrace under a pergola – a true escape from stress, a return to nature and its benefits. All around, vineyards, apple orchards, meadows, and Charolais cattle, along with numerous paths for lovely walks. Take a short stroll with the children to the goat farm during milking time and sample their cheeses just 800m away. Alternatively, explore the marked hiking and cycling trails (greenway and blueway) (bike rental point 3km away). And for true relaxation, there's the indoor heated swimming pool with spring water maintained between 26° and 28°C (heated by geothermal energy). And best of all, no wind on your shoulders – pure comfort from March to mid-November. Committed to the environment, the entire property has geothermal central heating. Water/water, hot water from south-facing solar panels, low-energy light bulbs, wooden partitions and parquet flooring, watering of the flowerbeds with spring water. The large and lovely 170m² gîte is in a quiet location for 15 people. **The small annex (40m²) sleeps 4 (2 double beds), making a total of 20 people (adults/teenagers and babies).* Your entrance is via the private 60m² paved terrace facing south, covered by two pergolas, overlooking the waterfall with a gas BBQ (additional €10/rental), tables and chairs for everyone under the pergola. * Ground floor: Large, beautiful 70m² living room with a dining area with 2 or 3 tables for 10 people and a large lounge with 4 fixed sofas, a dance area, a TV (80cm), a cassette and DVD player with 30 films and cartoons, and a stereo system. An extension allows you to keep an eye on your children. ** a games room in the veranda 30m² with (armchairs and table for children, many games (cars, trucks, puzzles, board games, books and comics etc.).
* Fully equipped kitchen, 2 fridges, 1 freezer, 2 dishwashers, 2 electric ovens, 2 cooker hoods, 2 microwaves, 2 raclette grills, 2 fondue sets, 2 deep fryers, 1 hot stone grill, 2 pressure cookers, thermos, 2 kettles, 2 toasters, 2 electric coffee makers, stemmed glasses, flutes, white porcelain dishes, just like at home, etc...
*3 shower rooms with washing machine and hairdryer and 2 toilets; a 4th shower and toilet will be available upstairs soon (work is underway). *Upstairs in the main gîte, there are 3 bedrooms with wardrobes and bedside lamps, accommodating 3 to 5 people, with parquet flooring. These include: *1 bedroom with two double beds (140cm) and one single bed (90cm), and *2 bedrooms with one double bed (140cm), one single bed (90cm), and two single bunk beds (90cm), for a total of 15 fixed beds. On the ground floor, there is a sofa bed (190/120cm, suitable for one adult) and a sofa bed (120/150cm, suitable for a child), providing additional sleeping space for a maximum of 2 or 3 people. *The smaller gîte is all on one level and has 2 bedrooms with two double beds (140cm), a bathroom, and a toilet. *Each new mattress on a slatted base is protected by a cotton mattress protector, as are the pillows and a duvet per bed. *Direct access to the private pool terrace. (5x10) covered and heated by a 2.5m high shelter installed since March 2011 with sun loungers available on a terrace with stone slabs and a wooden beach.
** 170m² covered swimming area from March to mid-November **The water temperature is guaranteed to be between 26°C from 9:30 am *****Numerous visits and discoveries of a rich cultural or gastronomic heritage, outdoor sports activities for young and old within 10/20km * On site: Ping-pong table, balls, badminton rackets, boules court, 5 mountain bikes for rent. (blue route and green route within 1km, Burgundy cycling circuit leaving the mill (mountain bike rental delivery on site) and the wine route etc...
**Brand new tennis court and multi-sports field in the village, 600m away (free of charge), 8 marked hiking trails starting from the mill and a greenway (bike path), equestrian center 3km away in Uchizy, "La Salle" golf course 5km away, treetop adventure course 5km away in Lugny, go-karting 10km away, numerous castles (Brancion, Cormatin, Drée, etc.), **Tournus Abbey, Cluny Abbey, Taizé Abbey, numerous Romanesque churches to visit in the nearby village, Lamartine Museum in Macon, 2 caves (Azé and Blanot) 12km away, Charolles, Paray-le-Monial, wine cellars and tasting rooms (good addresses to recommend), Touro Parc (white tiger) and water park 25km away, bowling alley 22km away, nightclubs 22km away, laser tag. **2 lakes for numerous water activities (water skiing with lift). mechanics, supervised swimming, picnic area, pedal boats, windsurfing etc... Montrevel en Bresse (01) leisure centre 30km and Lac de Cormoranche leisure centre sports activities, swimming, ponds for royal carp fishing etc.
**Marina and boat trips on the Saône at Pont de Vaux 12km, Burgundian markets every day all around, Louhans on Monday a must-see market fair, and in the town of Montbellet 5 Restaurants, 1 Bakery and 2 caterers and all shops tobacco 3km away, pharmacy 5km away, 2 doctors 5km away, and a nurse 150m away etc.
**New Tourist Office with bike rental point 5km away in Fleurville, parking and starting point for the blue route along the Saône river on the Mâcon or Chalon-sur-Saône side (300km of blue route)** Plenty of activities to please everyone, young and old, or simply to relax and do nothing at all