Escape to a 17th-century Parisian countryside retreat, savor authentic French cuisine, and explore history with local hosts. Book your unique experience now.
Escape to a 17th-century Parisian countryside retreat, savor authentic French cuisine, and explore history with local hosts. Book your unique experience now.
- Paris - Depart from Paris at 10am. Opt for a private driver, book an Uber (approximately 80 euros), or take a local train (2.5 euros plus 20 euros for an Uber).
- Mauperthuis - Arrive at the village of Mauperthuis by 11am to meet your hosts, Cosima and Frédéric, and enjoy a 4-hour visit at their charming old house (refer to the experience description above).
- Paris - Return to Paris by 3pm.
- Paris - Depart from Paris at 10am. Opt for a private driver, book an Uber (approximately 80 euros), or take a local train (2.5 euros plus 20 euros for an Uber).
- Mauperthuis - Arrive at the village of Mauperthuis by 11am to meet your hosts, Cosima and Frédéric, and enjoy a 4-hour visit at their charming old house (refer to the experience description above).
- Paris - Return to Paris by 3pm.
- In-person guide: Spanish, English, German
- Alcoholic beverages
- Visit to the bamboo garden, the interior of the house and atelier
- Live assistance on how to get there
- Lunch
- A stroll with your hosts in the hamlet, river, medieval ruins
- Tea and coffee
- Round-trip private transportation (optional), including pick up
- In-person guide: Spanish, English, German
- Alcoholic beverages
- Visit to the bamboo garden, the interior of the house and atelier
- Live assistance on how to get there
- Lunch
- A stroll with your hosts in the hamlet, river, medieval ruins
- Tea and coffee
- Round-trip private transportation (optional), including pick up
- A gourmet-level culinary experience. But expect typical local/French homemade cuisine by your hosts.
- A gourmet-level culinary experience. But expect typical local/French homemade cuisine by your hosts.
Convenient Location: Just 55 minutes from Paris by car or an hour by direct train (2.5 euros) - Discover this enchanting 17th-century stone house nestled in a peaceful riverside hamlet. Cosima and Frédéric extend a warm welcome, providing an ideal retreat for couples or families.
Delve into the house’s timeless interiors and wander through its…
Convenient Location: Just 55 minutes from Paris by car or an hour by direct train (2.5 euros) - Discover this enchanting 17th-century stone house nestled in a peaceful riverside hamlet. Cosima and Frédéric extend a warm welcome, providing an ideal retreat for couples or families.
Delve into the house’s timeless interiors and wander through its vibrant bamboo garden, home to 50 different species. Discover WWII shrapnel and WWI graffiti within, offering a unique historical experience.
Savor a delightful French lunch featuring wine, cheese, and coffee, complemented by an apéritif and appetizers (no fixed menu, enjoy the surprise!). The French gastronomic meal is celebrated as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Relish it with your hosts!
Post-lunch, enjoy a leisurely stroll with your hosts along the river, exploring medieval ruins and visiting Cosima’s art studio.
Experience genuine hospitality with everyday citizens: your hosts are not hospitality or travel professionals. Frédéric is a retired researcher, and Cosima is an artist and former tour guide.
- You can either choose the “Transportation included” option (pick up at your hotel by our driver, mid-range car or van), OR get there by your own means. The precise address in the village of Mauperthuis will be provided after booking: 1. Use UBER or UBER RESERVE (up to 90 days in advance) to book your ride there and back (expect 95 euros one way for 4 people). If you do not book, you might not be able to find any available UBER driver nearby to leave the village. 2. Take a RER train (P Line) to Coulommiers (2.5 euros one way) at 9.17 am at Paris Gare de l’Est. No need to buy tickets in advance. In Coulommiers, call an Uber (20 euros one way). 3. RENT A CAR: expect 150 euros for a mid-range car for 2 days.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
