Living well in Yvelines

Quirky accommodation in the Yvelines

Huttopia Rambouillet
JRaibaud - CD78

Ecological cabins, cabins on stilts, caravans, yurts and tents...for an original weekend or holiday, book your quirky accommodation in the Yvelines! An unmissable opportunity to live out your childhood dreams at last: sleep high in a tree and lose yourself in the branches, travel in a gypsy caravan without moving a single kilometre, take a nap in the warm, cosy atmosphere of a yurt... Thanks to this selection of original accommodation, you can experience a total change of scenery in the heart of sublime nature!

A den at Thoiry ZooSafari

Sleeping in the company of bears, wolves and bison is now possible at Thoiry ZooSafari! Thoiry ZooSafari launches night-time experiences with a concept of 20 innovative, eco-friendly accommodation units.

An iron house as a stopover gîte in Dampierre-en-Yvelines

This is a very unusual gite for hikers. A small iron house dating back to the late 19th century, perched above the village of Dampierre-en-Yvelines. A great experience, both historic and original!

Le Barn ©CD78

A 19th-century farmhouse at the Barn Hôtel in Bonnelles

Authenticity and simplicity are the hallmarks of this 19th-century farmhouse (flanked by three barns, a sheep barn, a mill and outbuildings), which has been transformed into the perfect retreat for memorable moments with family and friends: big tables in the garden, impromptu picnics around the pond, snacks by the fireplace, aperitifs pétanque… All this is possible at the Barn Hôtel de Bonnelles.

Huttopia Versailles camping huts

Close to Paris and set in over 4 hectares of forest, Camping Huttopia Versailles offers you the chance to stay in the heart of nature, just a few steps from Versailles and its Château. Come and discover our huts, as well as other unusual wooden accommodation: cabins, trailers and ridge tents.

Huttopia ©CD78

A houseboat on the Seine

Just 35 minutes from Paris, this houseboat is moored on the famous Seine arm of the Impressionist Valley, in Vaux-sur-Seine. Enjoy a unique stay in a luxury suite (5-star accreditation), with a breathtaking view of the Vexin Natural Park.

Trailers at the Huttopia Rambouillet campsite

A green getaway just a stone’s throw from Paris in the Yvelines. Enjoy a breath of fresh air in the heart of the Rambouillet forest! Escape for a weekend to Huttopia Rambouillet and enjoy a unique stay in a remarkable forest setting both close to Paris and in the heart of nature. Camping or other accommodation, choose the way you want to stay at Huttopia Rambouillet. In addition to shepherd’s huts, other original and comfortable accommodation are available for rent: wooden cabins, Canadian cabins, huts, trapper and bonaventure cabins.

Huttopia Rambouillet ©CD78
Gîtes de la Vaucouleurs ©CD78

A cabin on stilts in the green

Come and experience a stay in the Vaucouleurs stilt cabin! The structure combines comfort and originality for an atypical stay.

A yurt in Trappes

The Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure island offers atypical yurt accommodation (66 m², 2 x 50 m² and 2 x 20m²). Here you’ll discover a traditional Mongolian world, with furniture and furnishings sourced directly from Mongolia, as well as animals from the nearby educational farm. A collective kitchen yurt is at your disposal.

Yourtes ©CD78
Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay ©CD78

An abbey in Les Vaux-de-Cernay

Set in 65 hectares of parkland in the Chevreuse Valley, the 12th-century Cistercian Abbey stands out as an extraordinary architectural ensemble, a stone canticle with Gregorian resonance, the power and mystery of a monastery… A lively place, the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay today offers a hotel restaurant with spacious lounges, in buildings that have been renovated in keeping with the spirit of yesteryear.

And if you’re tempted by château life, discover 8 châteaus and manor houses where you can stay in the Yvelines.

Huts in Maisons-Laffitte

Get some height! Discover the unusual charm of the Maisons-Laffitte campsite’s straw huts. A relaxing, cosy atmosphere guaranteed!

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Pigeonnier ©CD78

A dovecote in Nezel

For lovers of old stones, beams and cosy evenings by the fire! You’ll fall under the spell of the dome of this former dovecote, located in northern Yvelines, near Thoiry zoo.

A cottage in Adainville

In one of the most beautiful parts of the Paris Region, on the edge of the Rambouillet forest, in the Upper Chevreuse Valley, with a marvellous view over peaceful pastures where horses graze, the Cerf Volant estate is an enchanted haven of peace just an hour from Paris, close to Versailles and the beauties of the Paris Region.

A gîte on the water in Villennes-sur-Seine

Succumb to the charm of the “Comme un poisson” gîte, which is both intimate and cosy, with no shortage of comfort and harmony. Located near Paris, Versailles and Saint Germain-en-Laye, relax and unwind in serenity, with the Seine in the background.

Art studios in a former chapel

Set in the picturesque village of Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines, the Chapelle de Clairefontaine is a haven far from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing an ideal setting for creative time and relaxation.

To welcome you, 5 studios, equipped, bright, comfortable and personalised by artists, are at your disposal for a rejuvenating weekend getaway or a longer stay.

Studios artistiques ©CD78
Maison flottante ©CD78

A night in a floating house in Bennecourt

A clever and unusual floating habitat! Whether as seasonal accommodation (AirBnb) or as a main home, Nauticottage is cosy and 100% French: it seduces with its raw materials and nature-oriented atmosphere. Laid out on the Seine, this floating home is moored at the Port de Plaisance in the pretty village of Bennecourt.

A Louis XV-style château at La Celle-les-Bordes

A little haven of peace in a timeless setting! Enjoy this detached home in the wing of a listed château in the Rambouillet forest. Renovated and tastefully decorated, you’ll sleep in rooms featuring period woodwork, furniture and 17th-century tapestries.

Château de la Celle-les-Bordes ©CD78
Hutte en bois ©CD78

A hut in Dampierre

A change of scenery is guaranteed in this small Finnish kota surrounded by woods, forests and a pond! Yes, now you can be a hobbit for a night in the heart of the Chevreuse Valley!

A former presbytery as a luxury stopover

Built in the 17th century, this former presbytery has been transformed into an elegant guest house. Located in Thiverval, a charming little listed village, you’ll appreciate its calm and authenticity.

Presbytère ©CD78
Ferme de Pontaly ©CD78

On the farm

A pastoral setting awaits you at the Pontaly farm, located on the former hunting grounds of Louis XIV, a 15-minute bike ride from the Château de Versailles! Horse riders are welcome to bring their mounts!

A romantic cabin in Moisson

Nicknamed “La Sequana“, this charming tree house sleeps four and overlooks the Seine. The surrounding area is ideal for romantic strolls in the exceptional natural setting of Boucles de Seines à Moisson.

Cabane dans les arbres à Moisson ©CD78
Kota au camping de Mousseaux ©CD78

A kota in Mousseaux

Literally translated as “hunting shelter”, the kota comes to us from the hunters of Finland. It served as a refuge from the cold, from wild animals, and sometimes even as a smoke house. Whether you’re just passing through for a night, or for a longer stay, the kota’s unusual accommodation at the Groux campsite in Mousseaux will amaze you with its originality and comfort. This campsite rental in the Yvelines is a real cocoon with a picturesque allure!