This farm was built in the 17th century and subsequently extended at the beginning of the 19th century. It has been lovingly restored with authentic materials and techniques. Built above a small valley, the house offers commanding views of the nearby lake and woods. The neighbouring farms are situated more than 300 metres away and the nearest village with shops and school is Saint Nizier le Bouchoux at 1,5 km. Recreational lake (montrevel) and golf (Mâcon) nearby. The nearest airports are Geneva, Dijon and Lyon, all within 1 to 2 hours drive. The Jura National Park, with a wide choice of ski resorts and beautiful mountains walks is only 45 minutes away. Alpine skiing resorts at only 1 hour 30 minutes and the “circuit de la Bresse” at 20 minutes.
The house
280m2 living space. The roof was entirely replaced and well insulated in the past 5 years and all the original features have been maintained. The access to the farm is along a 300 metre private treelined driveway.

Ground floor with entrance hall 26m2, lounge 38m2 with traditional fireplace). Kitchen/diner 30m2 with solid oak handmade panels and wood burner. Bathroom + wc 6m2. Bedroom 40m2

First floor
Study 23m2, three bedrooms 25,5m2 (with fireplace and balcony), 17m2 and 17,5m2. Bathroom with wc 5,75m2.

Grounds
Landscaped garden with pergolas, trees, vegetable patches, sun terrace and swimming-pool 10x4.5m. Pool house (to refurbish). The 3.5 acres (1.3 ha) of grounds comprise a wide field, an orchard, a vegetable patch, a pond and finally a gorgeous garden. Possibility to purchase an additional 2.5 acre of the surrounding land.

There are a number of outbuildings and workshops, all of which have been restored. Among them: an attached grange (stable) 80m2 with mezzanine 22m2, toilet and big traditional fireplace, used as a party venue in the summer. Studio flat 23,8m2 with mezzanine 11,4m2 that could be built into a gite or a B&B.

Viewing on appointment only. See also: http://www.ferme-bressane.fr