Hi, I'm Andrew and together with my wife Marcelline, we run "Best of Bourgogne" managing rental properties for friends and clients in Burgundy.

Step back in time at La Lampisterie, a unique holiday home steeped in history. Once the workshop that crafted lamps for the local railway, imagine waking up in a place where railway history was made, with the old station and converted railway line just a stone's throw away. Built in 1889, La Lampisterie hints at its original purpose with thick stone walls, high ceilings and many original features such as the signs above each of the doors. Now tastefully renovated, the property features 2 spacious bedrooms as well as a large living room with sofa bad allowing it to comfortably sleep up to 6 people. Set entirely on the ground floor, it is also a perfect accommodation for those of reduced mobility. Stepping out through the patio doors, a private garden with outdoor dining table gives way immediately to the wide open space of the Voie Verte, the former railway line now converted into a fully tarmacked 75km long cycle path connecting Chalon sur Saone and Macon. A variety of exercise equipment, a football pitch, basketball court and a children's play area are all available within metres of the property whilst the old Saint Gengoux station sits next door featuring tourist information and bicycles to rent for those who wish to explore further.

La Lampisterie is only a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Saint Gengoux, which has a variety of shops, including a couple of bars/cafés and simple restaurants. There is a large bustling market every Tuesday morning and a welcoming wine cooperative. The voie verte, a rural cycle route connecting Chalon sur Saône and Mâcon, passes metres from the back door and bikes can be hired at either the old station next door or at the tourist information office in the centre of Saint Gengoux. La Voie Gourmande, a hotel and restaurant that serves a wide selection of Belgian beers and an excellent Menu du Jour each lunchtime, is just 100m from the property.