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La Blancherie d'Esclatesang, Provence, France

  Exterior Description
Situated between Apt and Saignon, and surrounded by the numerous delightful villages of the Luberon, La Blancherie is a charming eighteenth century home set within 25 acres of beautiful gardens, woodlands and cherry tree orchards. La Blancherie has been renovated in keeping with its traditional Maison de Maitre style. The property is completely private and features carefully maintained multi-level gardens with ponds, chestnut, plane, and cypress trees and enjoys 360 degree views to the Monts du Vaucluse, the Plateau d'Albion, Saignon and the Plateau des Claparedes. From the kitchen there is an attractive (south facing) outside area for relaxing under the trees and a delightful place for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with barbeque. Close to the terrace on the west side of the house is the swimming pool (12m x 4m) with a spacious sitting area with a natural wood and stone floor. There are plenty of places for hiking or walking in the wooded hills and fields all around. The delightful villages of Roussillon, Bonnieux, Menerbes, Gordes and many more are nearby. Distances: Apt Market (1 km), Plateau de Claparedes and Grand Luberon 3-4 kms, Roussillon 10 kms, Bonnieux 12 kms, Gordes 20 kms, Menerbes 20 kms, Avignon 50 kms, Aix-en-Provence 55 kms, Marseille/Cassis sea side resorts (90 kms). Summer festivals are held in Avignon, Orange, Aix-en Provence, etc. Golf courses are located in: Pierrevert (40 kms); Pont-Royal (35 kms); Chateau de l'Arc a Aix en Provence (60 kms). Maid service is provided for 3 hours, 2 days per week.

 Interior Description
(350 m2) Inside this large property two of the three floors have been completely renovated and tastefully furnished. Ground floor: There is a large well-equipped kitchen with dining area, two living rooms each with fireplace (one with TV), a drawing/dining room, and a library. There is also a WC, a utility room with a washer and dryer and a fridge and freezer, and a cellar. First floor: There is one double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with shower and WC; one double bedroom with bathroom with bathtub/shower and WC; and two double bedrooms (one of which can accommodate 4 children) with one shared bathroom with tub and shower and a separate WC. Two of the bedrooms have european kingsize beds (160cm); one of them has two twins (90cm each); one has 2 (90cm) twins and a bunk bed (extendable to 4 twins). Second Floor: not yet renovated. The amenities include: Telephone, Two TV sets with one dvd player, Computer sockets in each bedroom, CD/radio/tape player, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Dryer, Barbeque, Jeu de Boules (Petanque). Note: the property can comfortably accommodate 8 adults or 6 adults and 4 children.

 Property Details

  • Sleeps: 8-10
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Nearest Town: Apt

 Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Incoming/Outgoing Telephone
  • Housekeeping
  • Washing Machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Television

 

 Property Seasons & Rates (USD) Minimum Stay is One Week
Jan-07/Apr-01 - $7,500 Weekly - $17,500 Three Weeks
Apr-01/Apr-22 - $10,000 Weekly
Apr-22/May-13 - $12,500 Weekly  - $17,500 Three Weeks
May-13/Jun-17 - $10,000 Weekly
Jun-17/Sep-16 - $12,500 Weekly
Sep-16/Oct-14 - $10,000 Weekly
Oct-14/Jan-07 - $7,500 Weekly  - $17,500 Three Weeks
 Prices Subject to Change

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 Arrival Times
The acceptable arrival times for this property are:
Sat 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Please note: Arrivals at the property are only possible during these hours. 

  

  

  

  

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