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A former farmhouse converted into a charming family home in the heart of the Fontainebleau Forest

The Bellifontaine Stopover

Nestled in the heart of the charming village of Ury, L’Escale Bellifontaine welcomes you to a historic farmhouse full of character, tastefully renovated to blend authenticity with modern comfort. The house features three cozy bedrooms, including a family room ideal for groups, as well as a separate cottage offering greater independence. Located in the heart of the Fontainebleau Forest, it’s the perfect starting point for nature walks and unforgettable adventures.

The host of L'Escale Bellifontaine in a denim shirt, leaning on a table in her kitchen

A moment out of time

The house is a traditional farmhouse from the village of Ury, like many others in the Fontainebleau region; it is part of a long-standing rural heritage tied to local farm life. We spent a year and a half renovating it before we were able to open in 2020.

The project involved creating more than 200 m² of living space with several bedrooms and common areas. We designed this house to reflect who we are, and for us, it’s truly a life project.

During the renovation, we chose to preserve the building’s old-world charm while adding a touch of contemporary decor.

We describe L’Escale Bellifontaine as a “family home with a family atmosphere,” designed for living together, sharing, and slowing down.
People don’t just come here to sleep; they come to temporarily make this place their home.

Located in the Gâtinais Nature Park and the Fontainebleau Forest, and close to major attractions (hiking, rock climbing, cultural heritage), L’Escale Bellifontaine is part of a growing trend: nature-based weekend getaways from Paris

  • Cobbled courtyard at L'Escale Bellifontaine with colourful tables, rattan chairs and a pink façade

    An exceptional natural setting just a stone's throw from Paris

    Located on the edge of the Fontainebleau Forest, the house offers a true immersion in nature: peace and quiet, fresh air, and lush greenery. This is one of its greatest assets, as you can completely unwind without having to travel far.

  • Sunlit bedroom at L'escale Bellifontaine: teal linen bed, cane headboard and wooden bench

    A high-end renovation with plenty of charm

    A carefully renovated former farmhouse, the home combines authenticity (stone, spacious rooms) with contemporary design.
    Each space has been tastefully designed, creating a warm and aesthetically pleasing atmosphere.

  • Grey dresser with wire-mesh doors and a wooden table with flowers in the L'escale Bellifontaine kitchen

    A true homemade culinary experience

    home-style cooking, local ingredients, seasonal fare.
    Mealtime becomes a central part of the stay, often shared with the hosts and other guests.

  • The host of L'Escale Bellifontaine in a denim shirt, leaning on a table in her kitchen

    A warm and personalized welcome

    The owners take great pride in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
    Personalized advice, friendly conversation, attention to detail…

  • L'escale Bellifontaine courtyard seen through a window: folding table, cups and purple-leaved shrubs

    Living spaces designed to help you make the most of your stay

    A cozy living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a garden, a patio… everything is designed so that guests can actually live there, not just sleep there.

  • Garden table and folding chairs in front of the pink façade and steel-framed glazing of L'escale Bellifontaine

    A high degree of flexibility

    The house is suitable for various types of stays:

    • couples’ getaway
    • weekend with friends
    • Private Rentals for Events

The "wow" factor of the Bellifontaine stopover

  • A True Getaway in Nature
  • A former farmhouse with tasteful decor
  • A table d’hôtes “just like at a restaurant, but better”
  • A warm, enthusiastic, and thoughtful welcome
  • Spend a weekend enjoying nature and culture less than an hour from Paris

The Bellifontaine Stopover

  • Bedroom at L'escale Bellifontaine: bed with orange linen, floral headboard, bench and large window
  • L'escale Bellifontaine courtyard seen through a window: folding table, cups and purple-leaved shrubs
  • Sunlit bedroom at L'escale Bellifontaine: teal linen bed, cane headboard and wooden bench
  • Cane headboard, sage green bedding and green bedside table in a bedroom at L'escale Bellifontaine
  • A bed with terracotta linen reflected in a copper-toned metal mirror at L'escale Bellifontaine
  • Detail of black and white checked pillows on a curved rattan bed at L'escale Bellifontaine
  • Bed with a cane headboard, linen pillows and a plant on the bedside table at L'escale Bellifontaine
  • Cobbled courtyard at L'Escale Bellifontaine with colourful tables, rattan chairs and a pink façade
  • Bed with a cane headboard and fabric wall lamp seen through a round mirror, L'escale Bellifontaine
  • Grey dresser with wire-mesh doors and a wooden table with flowers in the L'escale Bellifontaine kitchen
  • Flower-lined cobbled path leading to the pink façade of L'escale Bellifontaine under a blue sky
  • Garden table and folding chairs in front of the pink façade and steel-framed glazing of L'escale Bellifontaine
  • Terracotta and green linen pillows against a floral headboard at L'escale Bellifontaine