The benefits of a relaxing weekend in a house in the heart of nature

It's a reflex we all have: checking email in the middle of a conversation, scrolling through Instagram at breakfast, refreshing our inbox "just in case". But how about a weekend break? Not a Netflix pause. A real one. A green interlude, far from notifications and to-do lists. Welcome to the delicate art of disconnection... nature's version.

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Breathing at last, for real

Open the shutters on a garden, smell the wood, walk barefoot on the wooden floor. In a country house near Paris, the sounds of the birds and the benevolent silence dictate the rhythm. The weekend begins. We forget the agenda. We relearn how to breathe.

👉 Our houses for rent for a weekend with family or friends are designed as refuges, less than 2 hours from Paris, where time passes more slowly.

Disconnect... to better reconnect

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The magic of nature is that it sets you straight, no questions asked. Here, there's no need to look for 4G: you get something else. The song of the wind in the trees, laughter around a log fire, or the pleasure of a coffee outside, without any distractions.

Digital detox then becomes a gentle, natural experience: unplugging your computer to reconnect with your senses. Your loved ones are there, and every moment becomes authentic. Board games, reading, a walk in the forest or a Nordic bath under the winter sky... Nature invites you to simplicity.

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The benefits of green immersion

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Spending 72 hours in nature is not only pleasant, it's good for your health:

• Reduced stress: walking in the forest reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels by 12% (Shinrin Yoku study, Japan, 2007).
  
  
• Improved concentration and creativity: nature stimulates the brain in a different way to the urban environment.
  
  
• Boosting immunity: fresh air and gentle physical activity boost the immune system.
  
  
• Emotional well-being: immersion in a natural environment = increased positive emotions and a feeling of lightness.
  
  

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Rediscovering a taste for the simple things in life

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There's nothing more precious than a weekend where the schedule is... non-existent. Roasting marshmallows over an open fire, taking a nap without an alarm, listening to music while gazing at the stars. No need to run or plan, just a welcoming place, a few friends or your tribe, and the desire to slow down.

Our country homes for family weekends are designed with these moments in mind:

• Fireplaces and spacious lounges for getting together
  
  
• Nordic baths, heated pools and a paddle tennis court for relaxation
  
  
• Hikes and nature walks to recharge your batteries
  
  
• Fully equipped kitchens for convivial meals
  
  
• Play and reading areas for young and old
  
  

A tailor-made experience, close to Paris

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The real luxury of a relaxing weekend near Paris? Easy access. No need for long journeys: by car or train, you're quickly in a natural setting. Ideal for an intergenerational stay, where grandparents and children can enjoy precious moments together.

You can also personalize your stay: babysitting, in-home chef, massages, culinary or yoga workshops... Everything is possible to create your own tailor-made break.

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Why not book your next break?

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