Nature getaway 1 hour from Paris - Countryside & garden

Treat yourself to a break in the countryside 1 hour from Paris, in a pretty little country house, peaceful and surrounded by greenery with a private garden and a picturesque little stream → A country house full of charm ideal for your weekends/holidays with family or friends The space 1 hour from Paris, located in the heart of the Juine Valley, the house Beau Rivage opens its doors to you. Surrounded by trees and bordered by the Juine, it is a charming country house, nestled very close to the famous watercresses of the Mérévillois and a short drive from the Domaine de Méréville, beautiful park and its 18th century castle. Lovers of walking or jogging can indulge in these hobbies in the undergrowth and fields around the house. Walking paths and one of the famous paths of Santiago de Compostela (the GR111) can be taken a few meters from the house. Those who prefer to stay quieter can simply enjoy the garden in the shade of the trees or at the edge of the Juine, where one of the rivers runs through the grounds. This house is our little "family nest", where we meet regularly with family or friends. A break in the countryside, to change scenery and rest while listening to the birds and watching the squirrels bustle about in the trees. Fishing lovers, the Juine runs along our grounds and one of its waterways crosses it, allowing you to indulge in your passion without leaving the house! (Course No Kill) THE HOUSE: The house, on one level, consists of a large entrance/kitchen living room, a dining room and spacious living room, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. A few meters from the main house, an independent studio, refurbished in 2023, consists of a bedroom and a bathroom. When you enter the house, you are directly in a living room mixing 2 spaces: the entrance and the open kitchen. This room opens directly to the living room, with large windows overlooking the garden. An office area is available for your use. The fully equipped kitchen (including dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso machine, kettle, toaster, oven,...), open to the living room, has a table that can accommodate 6 people. The living room also features a 6-person table, allowing for a variety of dining settings. The bathroom is equipped with a bath/shower and 1 vanity wooden furniture, as well as a toilet. The master bedroom is equipped with a queen-size double bed and a large wardrobe/wardrobe. As for the guest or children's room, it is equipped with 2 single beds, which can be brought together if needed. The 2 bedrooms are equipped with wooden shutters. The high speed wifi network (fiber) is distributed throughout the house. A large terrace with a family table overlooks the garden at the front of the house. A stone barbecue is also available (charcoal not provided - to be cleaned after use). In the back, another terrace equipped with a table for 6 people allows you to enjoy the trees bordering the Juine. Going down a few steps, you arrive at the backyard, which serves the independent studio. The studio room is equipped with a queen size double bed and a small wardrobe. An office area allows you to work quietly overlooking the river and squirrels. The bathroom consists of a toilet and a pleasant shower overlooking the greenery. The garage is open to our guests: it's a room where we store lounge chairs, books, and toys for all ages. You will find, among other things, badminton rackets, a Molki game, a petanque game, and other toys and books for children. Are provided for the stay: * Sheets, duvets, pillows, towels. * Hairdryer, toiletries The house can accommodate 3 cars on the property. Safety: - During the stay, children will be exclusively under the supervision of parents. Be careful with the river nearby, especially the terrace overlooking the watercourse at the barbecue - Smoke detector, 1 fire extinguisher. Check-in and checkout times are shown in the listing. If you'd like to check in before or check out after these times, you can ask us and we'll check if it's possible. Out of respect for the neighborhood of this peaceful village: - Parties and events/receptions are not allowed. - No music outside after 10 p.m. - Pets not allowed. - No additional visitors: We kindly ask you to book for the actual number of guests. If not, we reserve the right to refuse entry to the listing. Languages spoken: We speak English / Falamos português / Hablamos español Note: Long-term stays (more than 15 nights): mandatory intermediate cleaning service (weekly) Note: Washing machine not available Guest access ACCESS: By car: 1 hour from Paris via N20 then follow the Monnerville/Méréville exit By train + taxi/car: Paris Austerlitz – Monnerville station: 45 minutes direct by TER then 10 minutes by taxi/car or 30 minutes by bike for the brave (Bikes accepted on the TER) Also RER C – St Martin d'Etampes station 20 minutes by car/taxi Other things to note ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND MEREVILLE: Numerous activities in the area will meet the most diverse desires. Don't miss the Méréville departmental estate, its castle, its magnificent landscaped park labeled "remarkable garden", once one of the most beautiful romantic gardens in Europe. The 16th century market hall, the Saint Père church, the Trajan column, the washhouses, the bridges, the mills, the hamlets on the banks of the Juine, the outlying hamlets, the wayside crosses, all these monuments and this small rural heritage make Méréville one of the most picturesque sites in the region. No one can leave Méréville without having followed the course of the Juine and having walked through these beautiful wetland landscapes where watercress has been grown for more than a century. The watercress beds are indeed a remarkable element of the landscape, labeled "recovery landscape" since 1992 by the Ministry of the Environment. Other activities should be listed here: - The Domaine de Méréville (30 min walk from the house or 5 min drive) - Historic country swimming pool renovated in Méréville - The 16th century market hall in the city center of Méreville - Essonne cycle-rail in St-Cyr-la-Rivière (10 km) - Horseback riding centers in Méréville, Angerville, Etampes - Mini golf in Méréville - Étampes Leisure Center and its wave pool (25 minutes away) - Hiking (Way of St. James, GR 111) - Fly fishing (No Kill course) - Karting (Angerville International Circuit) - Golf (Augerville-la-Rivière) - 30 minutes from Château de Chamarande and its park For thrill-seekers, Étampes-Mondésir Airfield is 10 km from the house. For art and history lovers, there are several must-sees: Etampes, a royal town, 20 km away. Also, the town of Pithiviers is accessible 30 minutes drive. Finally, Orléans or Chartres are 1 hour by car. PRACTICAL INFORMATION: You will find all the shops (grocery store, bakery, tobacco, florist, butcher, restaurants…), in the city center of Méréville, located 5 minutes by car. For complete shopping, Intermarché is the closest store to the house (4-minute drive). It also has a laundromat and a gas station.