Residence Barbizon | Barbizon Holiday Villa

Informations générales

A traditional french country house of 2,600 SQ FT (240 SQ M) renovated to exceedingly high standards throughout it's two levels, and offering a vast landscaped 65,000 SQ FT (6,000 SQ M) private park and swimming pool in season. This five bedroom house is presented in impeccable condition and is within walking distance from the world renowned village of Barbizon and the Fontainebleau forest. A rare find only 40 mins drive from Paris on the A6 highway.

KEY FEATURES:

5 new bedrooms with built-in storage

4.5 new bathrooms (3 of which are ensuite)

Modern kitchen with heat resistant DEKTON counter-tops

Central Island with integrated bar and dine-in table

High-end integrated NEFF/LIEBHER appliances

Spacious double reception rooms with open-sided fireplace

Cosy private lounge facing the lawn garden and sunset

Modern decor with ceiling spotlighting

Newly converted double-decked mezzanine

High speed broadband ,TV and network cabled throughout

New Washer and Dryer machines

Child and infant friendly and secured home environment

Moments walk from the restaurants, art galleries and shops of Barbizon Village, great for walking, trekking, biking and dining!

Neighborhood overview

This stunning house is situated within the enviable and ever popular area of Barbizon which is bordered by the forest of Fontainebleau, while Paris is also within easy reach (45 mns drive). Barbizon Village is on the doorstep and a wide range of shops,art galleries, bars, cafes and restaurants can be found along Rue Grande, and throughout historic Barbizon. A great selection of activities including sports, well-being, gourmet food and entertainment. The charming village of Barbizon nestling on the edge of Fontainebleau forest owes its fame to the 19th-century landscape painters Théodore Rousseau, Jean-Baptiste Corot, Charles-Francois Daubigny and Jean-François Millet who lived there. Their artistic movement, the Barbizon School (1830 to 1875), was considered a precursor of Impressionism. The artists appreciated the tranquility of this peaceful village and the beauty of the surrounding nature. Walking along the main street, you'll find a succession of beautiful homes, shops, restaurants and art galleries.The edge of the forest in Barbizon is the departure point for a way-marked walking trail exploring the scenery that inspired these great landscape painters.

MUST SEE PLACES:

Barbizon village, Fontainebleau Castle, Fontainebleau Forest, Vaux le Vicomte ,

MUST DO ACTIVITIES:

Horse Riding (the 'Ecuries BOST' - stables and poney club operated by the french 2016 Olympic medalist is only 200m away) ; Rock climbing (Le Vaudoue) , Walking, biking (Fontainebleau Forest) , Golfing in Cely, Fontainebleau or Le Coudray Golf clubs ; Week-end shopping at Milly la Forêt ; Shopping at Mall of Villiers (Carrefour) ; Walks along the Seine river ; Fine dining and Relaxing!

Getting around

By Car from Paris: 40 min heading south on the A6 highway, exit at “Fontainebleau” then exit again at “Barbizon Village”. Parking available for up to 6 cars. By train from Paris: Trains to Melun (25 Min) or Fontainebleau (40 min). Trains leave from Gare de Lyon every 20 min.