Gîtes la Françonne in the Drôme Provençale 

 

   
 
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La Biscatène is a charming old Provençal house, suitable for 10 persons, in the medieval village of Mirabel aux Baronnies. After its renovation in 1996, many modern conveniences have been put into place, whereas the authenticity is still its ambiance. Visitors are most welcome in our pool at 500 meters from the house.

   
Outside:
  • at the street side: a very quiet Provençal street, with houses adjacent to one another
  • children can play in the street
  • at the garden side: free, impressive view on the valley of the Baronnies and the Mont Ventoux
  • the garden has a free view on the surroundings, but is closed itself
  • calm neighbours
  • roof terrace
  • beautiful swimming pool at 500 meters walk, there is a parking lot

Inside:

  • modern convenience
  • about 1.100 m³ space, 230 m² living space
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 2 well equipped kitchens
  • 2 spacious bathrooms, one of them has a bath
  • 3 separate toilets
  • garage
  • electrical heating and a wood burning stove
  • television set, DVD-player and satellite connection
  • Hifi equipment
  • playroom in the attic

Ideal for:

  • a family with children and grandparents
  • befriended families with children
  • small groups of adults (6 can have their own room)
  • befriended couples

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General information:
The house was  built between 1680 and 1720. A complete renovation has taken place in 1996 by a local architect, maintaining the original ambiance.
 
All year round you'll find flowering vegetation in the garden.
 
Since the house has electric heating and a wood burning stove, it can be rented all year round.
   

La Biscatène is an excellent start for your Provençale Wine and Food tasting (discovery) tours.

The village itself offers:

  • tennis courts
  • jeu de boules
  • basketball
  • horse riding possibilities

Where is it?

  • By car: Mirabel is 1.081 kilometers from London.
  • By train: the Eurostar brings you directly from London St Pancras to Avignon TGV
  • By plane: Ryanair offers cheap flights from London Stansted to Marseille
   

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