Restorative home, garden and forest near Paris

Welcome to Osélience, at Bois-Dieu. A warm and lived-in house on the edge of the Rambouillet forest, 30 minutes from Paris. A living place with a soul, designed for slowing down, breathing and reconnecting with yourself, with others and with nature. Large garden, private spa, forest steps away. The hosts live on site and welcome you with a rare warmth, in an atmosphere that is simple, carefully tended and deeply restorative. The space Welcome to Osélience, in Bois-Dieu. A renovated old farmhouse, nestled in the greenery of Hermeray, a stone's throw from the Forest of Rambouillet and 30 minutes from Paris. A place with a soul, a history, a presence. Built around a simple conviction: that slowing down, reconnecting with oneself, with others, and with nature changes everything. We come here to breathe. To walk in the woods, relax in the garden, read in the shade of a fruit tree, stroll through the vegetable garden, lose yourself in the hot tub. Or for doing nothing at all, really, without guilt. The house can accommodate up to 12 people. It is particularly suitable for couples, families, quiet groups of friends, small independent retreats or rejuvenating stays in the heart of nature. What is included in the price of your booking: Private room with bathroom Access to common areas: living rooms, kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining room, terrace Large flowery garden, permaculture vegetable garden, undergrowth, forest nearby Freely accessible spa: Jacuzzi, hammam and sauna nestled in the Zen garden Free parking on premise Warm welcome by the hosts, who are present on site Osélience is not an impersonal house. The hosts live here, in a private and independent part of the estate. They welcome guests with care, warmth and simplicity, in a spirit of respect and quality connection. Want to take it a step further? These experiences can complement your stay, à la carte, by reservation, and with an additional fee: Full board: vegetarian, organic, and local cuisine, prepared on-site from vegetables from the vegetable garden. Generous and carefully prepared meals, served on site, to nourish both the body and the experience of the stay. Gentle body awakening in the morning: a simple and accessible time, inspired by yoga, breathing, and gentle movement, to start the day with presence. Guided sharing time: spaces for exchange to let go, listen, connect, and have more genuine conversations, in a caring setting. A walk in the Osélience woods: a guided walk in the surrounding nature, to breathe, slow down, and reconnect with what's essential. Wellness massage: to release tension and treat yourself to real pampering time. Creative expression workshop: earth, modeling, sculpture, creating with the hands, exploring differently, letting emerge what doesn't always come through words. Contact us before your arrival to arrange the options that suit you. Guest access You have access to all spaces dedicated to guests: private bedrooms with bathrooms, lounges, fully equipped kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining areas, terrace, large garden, woodland area, and full spa facilities including jacuzzi, hammam, and sauna. Osélience is a lived-in home: the hosts live in a separate wing of the property, with their own independent entrance. Guest areas and the hosts’ private spaces are clearly distinct. You enjoy the place independently, and you only meet the hosts if you wish to, or if they come to greet you. Flexible check-in from 3:00 PM, check-out before 6:00 PM. Early check-in or late check-out may be possible depending on availability, please mention this when booking. By car: 50 minutes from Paris via the A12 or N10, with free parking on site. By train: Rambouillet station, 35 minutes from Paris Montparnasse. Depending on our availability, we may be able to pick you up from the station, please contact us to coordinate this. Other things to note A place where everyone naturally contributes and feels at home. Oselience works in a spirit of gentle shared responsibility. If you choose the full-board option, everyone is invited to contribute to small, simple gestures of collective life, such as setting the table or helping tidy up after meals. This is part of what gives the place its particular warmth, and it is often what participants appreciate the most. An alcohol-free place. In keeping with the spirit of the place, Osélience is dedicated to well-being, presence, and the quality of human connection. This applies to all stays, regardless of the formula chosen. Gentle disconnection encouraged. We invite you to slow down your use of screens during your stay. There is no obligation, simply an invitation to experience what it feels like to truly be here, in the garden, in the forest, with others, or with yourself. This place is made for you if you are looking for calm, the simple beauty of the living world, meaningful connection, and a true pause. It is not suited to festive parties or noisy events.