The property has been in my family for several generations. It is a former laundry, located in Mayenne, a region that has been home to weavers since the 12th century, thanks to the local cultivation of hemp. This "white fabric factory" had always been right in front of our eyes and seemed almost doomed to abandonment, which was sad considering its incredible history. Faced with its deterioration, we decided to restore it with the aim of preserving this family history and heritage. So we embarked on a great adventure, motivated by our attachment to the place and with the sincere desire to safeguard a page in the region's history.
The complex comprises three buildings in a simple rectangular shape, topped by sprocket gable roofs. The aim was to preserve the identity of the site throughout the renovation. We preserved the architectural language and details linked to its history, in particular the white bands around the windows and doors, which reflect the standard width of textiles at the time. We also preserved some emblematic features such as the bell in the laundry and the large 3.7-tonne marble table in the dining room. We prioritised reusing materials. In the bedrooms, the bed backs are made from old rafters, beams and joists from the site.
In the 18th century, the linen-based textile industry was booming in Laval. Jean René Pierre Leclerc de la Jubertière left his mark on this era. In 1768, at a place called "La Mazure", bordered by the river Jouanne, whose waters were reputed to be "soft and soapy", he set up an establishment dedicated to bleaching cloth, a key process that revolutionised the trade. The site was recognised as "the most beautiful laundry in the kingdom" and exported its fabric production to Spain, Holland and even the United States. From the 1800s, cotton produced in America by slaves arrived in France at a lower price. From then on, the whole industrial sector collapsed and the laundry closed in 1811. After its bankruptcy, the building survived for two centuries without any maintenance. In 2021, we launched a complete restoration, which was completed in September 2025. We won the “Historic European Houses” award in 2025, jointly sponsored by PB and the Rothschild & Co. group.
Blanc Blanc Blanc is a place that passes on its centuries-old history and immerses its guests in 180 hectares of nature to recreate a precious balance between calm and dynamism. More than just accommodation, our ambition is to offer a real experience in a stimulating and inspiring environment. In keeping with the place's textile history, we have created a large shared workshop, where craftspeople can take part in workshops on stamping, natural dyeing and soap-making. A market gardener grows organic vegetables on the property that are served to our guests. A chef in residence is available on request. You will be welcomed by a member of our family, as we always enjoy sharing and telling guests about the place's history.
In Laval, the "l'Ortolan" restaurant serves 100% traditional French cuisine. The Saturday market is also a great place to sample local produce in the pedestrianised heart of the town centre. "L'Écluserie” is a waterside bistro. There is a daily lunch menu and snacks available at all times. "Bruno Brocante" is always full of original finds. In Ménil, the Robert Tatin museum, a representative artist of naive art. The Saulges caves at Thorigné-en-Charnie, a major prehistoric site for studying the earliest settlements in western France The towpath along the Mayenne is one of France's most beautiful greenways, with an 85 km route open to walkers.
It is possible to rent out the entire estate for events and celebrations, including access to four function rooms with a maximum capacity of 40 guests, 180 hectares of woodland, meadows and a pond, and on-site accommodation consisting of 22 bedrooms. Additional rooms are available nearby if required.
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