Weekends with friends: why opt for a private home rather than a traditional gîte?

You've decided to spend a weekend with friends, away from the hustle and bustle of Paris. But the question is: where to go to keep everyone happy? What if you opted for a private home rather than a classic gîte? Here are 6 reasons to take the plunge and rent a country house near Paris.

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1. More freedom, fewer constraints

In a country house rental 1 hour from Paris, you are the only masters on board. You can choose what time you get up (or not), have brunch at 3pm and hang out in your pyjamas until sunset. Unlike a B&B, where you're often subject to fixed schedules, a private home gives you total freedom. It's your weekend, at your pace.

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2. A place just for you

Gone are the neighbors who can sometimes be a little too noisy. In a private house, you're at home. You can share moments of complicity without disturbing anyone, whether over a game of pétanque in the garden or preparing an impromptu dinner in an open kitchen. It's the ideal place for unshared memories (except with your friends, of course).

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3. A natural setting, but just a stone's throw from Paris

Opt for a house rental with swimming pool in the Paris region, surrounded by nature, a garden to relax in, a terrace to enjoy an aperitif, an ofyr for barbecue evenings... In short, the perfect place to unwind without wasting too much time on transport. Whether you're 1 hour from Paris or 30 minutes by train, escape is just around the corner.

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4. More than just a roof: a group experience

When you choose to rent a country house in the Paris region, space isn't a luxury, it's a given. You'll have a whole range of rooms in which to organize your activities: spacious lounges for your board game evenings, convivial kitchens for your culinary workshops, and why not a swimming pool for a dip in complete privacy, as in our La Prairie and La Source homes? There's no need to wait in line for a midnight dip or wait your turn for a shower. Here, everything is yours.

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5. Privacy first

There's nothing nicer than being able to enjoy intimate moments with your friends, without having to share your space with other strangers. In our country homes, you'll enjoy a more intimate setting, where every nook and cranny has been thought of for your moments of conviviality. And for even greater peace and quiet, all The Oasis House homes have en-suite bathrooms in every bedroom.

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6. A la carte activities

No need to be constrained by an imposed program. Would you like to go hiking in the area? Try out a group cooking workshop? Or get together for a giant barbecue in the garden? It's all possible! With a private home, you're in control of your activities, and above all, you can do what you want, when you want. See also our catalog of activities for families and friends!

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So, are you ready?

For a weekend to remember, there's nothing better than a private home. Comfort, freedom and privacy are the perfect ingredients for uncompromising quality time. And if you're looking for an idyllic setting to recharge your batteries, discover The Oasis House country homes: a place where you can disconnect, laugh, have fun and, above all, enjoy your surroundings to the full.

Find out more about our private homes and weekend rentals? Contact us at now and get ready for a 100% successful getaway with friends or family.