George Clooney‘s French Estate Revealed: 900-Square-Meter Property Offers Family Privacy in Provence
BRIGNOLES, FRANCE – George Clooney and his family have settled into a sprawling 900-square-meter estate in the heart of โProvence, France, seeking a more secluded life away from the Hollywood spotlight. the property, located near Brignoles, boasts a wealth of โคamenities including a swimming pool, a private forest, vineyards, a lake, a tennis court, and a picturesque lavender field.
Theโข estate’s grounds also feature an olive grove of approximately one hundred trees, alongside dedicated picnic and play areas, andโ a petanque court.The home itself underwent remodeling in โthe mid-1990s, though the exact number of bedrooms and bathrooms remains โundisclosed.
Clooney revealedโ the move was motivated by a desire to provide his children with a different upbringing. “We are very lucky, we live on a farm โin France,” he explained in a recent interview with Esquire. “A โlot of my life as a kid was โขon a farmโข andโ I hated it,but now,forโค them,it’s different: they’re not glued to the iPad.โ They dine with adults and have to clear their plates. They have a much better life.”
The actor emphasized theโ cultural shift,noting,”In France,people don’t give a damn about fame,” allowing hisโ family to enjoy a more normalโ existence free from the pressures of Hollywood and constant paparazzi attention.
Brignoles, the town where the Clooneys reside, embodies the traditional spirit of Provence with its cobblestone streets, shaded squares,โ and local markets. โThe community is known for its agricultural fairs, harvest festivals, and preservation of rural traditions.
This isn’t the first time Clooney has chosen a lakeside or โnature-surrounded residence. For years,his well-known property was Villa Oleandra on the banks of Lake Como in โItaly,which was put up for sale in 2023. Despite the relocation,โ Clooney remainsโ actively involved in โfilm and theater, continuing to work as a producer, director, and screenwriter from his French estate.