We are located in a quiet country village, 70 km (44 miles) southwest of Paris, roughly midway between Rambouillet and Chartres. For day trips to Versailles and Paris, you can drive or you can catch the train at our local station (Epernon), which is 10 minutes away.
However, there is no public transportation between our village and Epernon. You, therefore, need to have a car if you plan on staying with us.
A nonrefundable 25% booking deposit is due upon confirmation, with the balance payable upon arrival. The deposit can be made with Visa, Mastercard or American Express.
Please read our rental conditions (rental conditions.pdf) and cancellation policy before booking.
Cancellation policy:If you cancel all or any part of your booking prior to your arrival, or you fail to arrive within 24 hours of the scheduled arrival, the rental agreement will be nullified and you will forfeit your booking deposit.
Occupancy: The cottage is for groups of 4-8 occupants. Children and infants are counted as occupants.
Rental period:We have a 3-night minimum stay requirement, and the accommodation period can start on any day of the week, subject to availability.
Arrival/Departure:Check-in between 5 PM and 8 PM. The cottage must be vacated by 11 AM on the day of departure.
Breakfast: The cottage comes with basic breakfast provisions (coffee, tea, milk, sugar & preserves) to get you started.
Pets/Smoking:Sorry - Neither is allowed in the cottage.
The Cottage des Hortensias is self-catering accommodation located near the château. What was once the concierge’s house has been transformed into a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath house that sleeps seven people. Spacious (130 sq. m. or 1400 sq. ft.) and bright, it features a private courtyard on the front side of the cottage and a small hedge-lined yard in the back.
Downstairs
click to enlarge floorplanMost of the ground floor is occupied by the main room, which features a sitting area, dining area and fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen comes with a refrigerator-freezer, oven, cooktop, dishwasher, microwave oven, toaster and coffee maker. Cookware, serving dishes and utensils are also provided. The dining area includes a table, cutlery and tableware for seven people.
There is also a bedroom and full bathroom (shower). There is a washing machine and dryer in the bathroom.
Upstairs
There are two bedrooms. Off the right side of landing is a large bedroom with 3 single beds, ideal for children. There is a large walk in closet.
click to enlarge floorplanTo the left is the master bedroom with queen bed. At the end of the hallway is large bathroom (shower) with two doors. One door connects with the master bedroom, while the other provides access from the hallway.
Cottage Rates
We’ve given a lot of though to our pricing because we’ve always found self-catering rates to be complicated and inflexible. That’s why there are just two rates — weekly and nightly — and they are all inclusive. There are no extra charges.
Minimum stay: 3 nights. Maximum capacity: 7 people.
Rates include all linens, utilities, internet, parking and taxes. They are valid until December 31, 2012.
Period
Weekly (7 nights)
Per night (weekend or mid-week)
1 Nov. 2011 - 31 Dec. 2012
€900
€150
Cottage Amenities
Central heating
Free high-speed wireless internet.
Washer and dryer. If you need an ironing board, just ask.
There’s a hairdryer in every room.
The gardens and grounds are at your disposal.
Parking is private, but uncovered.
There are two supermarkets less than 10 minutes away.
The nearest train station is 10 minutes away. Parking costs €1.50 for the day. It’s a 40 minute train ride into Paris (Montparnasse); 25 minutes to Versailles.
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