Charming country house with garden near Fontainebleau

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Grez-Sur-Loing, Ile-De-France

Forêt de Fontainebleau3 min drive
Fontainebleau Golf Club9 min drive
Château de Fontainebleau9 min drive
Paris (LBG-Le Bourget)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lovely stone cottage with a private walled garden. Wood floors, old beams, working fireplace, Modern and fully-equipped kitchen and two new bathrooms. There are 3 bedrooms - a master bedroom with a queen sized bed, a second bedroom with 2 single beds and a small bedroom with a single futon. Two comfortable sofas in the living room can also be made up as beds.

Situated in an old historic village of 3,000 inhabitants with an old bridge over a river, an 11th century church, beautiful walks. Town also has a bakery, pharmacy, small grocery, and good restaurant.

An ideal place for a getaway--suitable for long walks in the country and meals in the garden. Many places to visit within 30 minute radius: Vaux-le-Vicomte, Barbizon, Moret-sur-Loing, Chateau de Fontainebleau. Day and overnight trips to Burgundy and the Loire Valley are also possible. Train station is 10 minutes away by car and the train ride into Paris only 35 minutes.
It's useful to have a rental car while renting the house. Although the village has basic shops, public transportation is limited and there is so much to visit in the region !

The house is full of personal touches, books and music.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor Space

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

About the neighborhood

Grez-sur-Loing

Located in Grez-sur-Loing, this vacation home is in a rural area. Château de By and Musée du Sucre d'Orge are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Château de Fontainebleau and Millet's Studio / Maison-atelier de Jean-François Millet. Ikopa Aventure and Office de Tourisme de Ferrieres et des Quatre Vallees are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and rock climbing.

Grez-Sur-Loing, Ile-De-France

What's nearby

Forêt de Fontainebleau - 3 min drive
Fontainebleau Golf Club - 9 min drive
Château Gardens - 9 min drive
Château de Fontainebleau - 9 min drive
Les Espaces d'Abraxas - 22 min drive

Getting around

Bourron-Marlotte-Grez Station - 2 min drive

Restaurants

Le Bistrot du Broc - 4 min drive
La Pataterie - 6 min drive
Buffalo Grill Nemours - 6 min drive
Les Prémices - 4 min drive
La Fontaine Gourmande - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming country house with garden near Fontainebleau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming country house with garden near Fontainebleau?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming country house with garden near Fontainebleau?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming country house with garden near Fontainebleau located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Forêt de Fontainebleau and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Gâtinais Français Natural Regional Park. Château de Fontainebleau and Fontainebleau Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bourron-Marlotte-Grez Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Sep 12, 2015

Best Bucket-list Stay Ever!

My husband and I wanted to spend an extended period of time in a small village close to a large city in France and experience the people and the lifestyle. We found what turned out to be this perfect cottage in the quaint village of Grez-sur-Loing, just 38 minutes south of Paris by train. I would highly recommend it for a short or long term rental! We loved the location and spent six weeks there. We enjoyed taking short day trips to surrounding towns of Fontainebleu, Barbizon and others. We took walks or rode bikes every day and met great people in Grez, including a famous artist who lives there. We did not realize that this village has a lot of history and many famous artists have traveled there to paint and still do! Mostly we shopped the market for fresh food and cooked at home each night. My husband is my chef in and the kitchen had everything he needed. He found it very easy for cooking. I guess it helped that the owners of the house actually had lived there and still come back frequently. We also chose this house because we wanted room for my son's family to spend a week with us. The 3 bedrooms and 2 large modern bathrooms fit our needs perfectly. Our grandsons walked to the bakery with their grandfather every day to get fresh baguettes and croissants for breakfast. One of my favorite memories was getting up each morning and opening the shutters downstairs to the fresh cool air and the beautiful private courtyard. There were always flowers blooming. Many times we took our tea and coffee to the table outside. In the evening we converted it to our wine and cheese table! Not speaking French was a bit of an issue on a couple of occasions, but the owners had left the names and numbers of several friends who spoke English and we did enlist their services a few times, like when our French Open tickets came with directions in French. The house is loaded with books (I counted 479), fiction, travel, cookbooks, and many books about France. I had downloaded books before I left the states but there was really no need. 1 ½ months is a long time to go without TV, but we wouldn't have understood it anyway. We did miss Wi-Fi but managed to find free places to download nearby. Other than that, I have nothing but fond memories of Grez-sur-Loing and the lovely cottage we called home for six weeks. We have other bucket-list items to check off but I am sure we will go back one day!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James S., St. Paul, Minnesota /USA

Jul 13, 2012

Perfect French Hideaway

If you have ever dreamed of staying in a beautiful cottage in a quintessential French village, then your dreams have been answered in this perfect French hideaway. We enjoyed strolling through the picturesque village and visiting the old ruins, the cathedral and of course the local bakery. It was also great to relax with coffee or wine in the home’s wonderful enclosed garden / yard. The house is beautiful with a modern kitchen and 2 baths. The bedrooms and living areas are nicely furnished, spacious and comfortable. The property is ideally situated for exploring the local countryside, Fontainebleau, and day trips to Paris. Be sure to enjoy Fontainebleau’s luscious outdoor market filled with fresh produce and culinary delights and tour the Chateau.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jul 8, 2012

Charming, Quiet, well equipped house in beautiful village near Fontainebleau

We've stayed many times at this gorgeous home. Walled garden provides a wonderful spot to read in the afternoon. There's a lovely short walk to the center of the village to pick up a fresh baquette from the local baker every morning. Lots of history and charm in the village of Grez, including evening walks along the river - you can even rent a canoe! The house itself is charming, well-maintained and reflects a lovely combination of an historic structure with modern amenities. We can't recommend it highly enough as a wonderful vacation interlude before or after a visit to Paris. Lots of things to do nearby including the palace at Fontainebleau, Barbizon, and the Forest of Fontainebleau which provides hiking trails, biking and rock climbing possibilities.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jun 16, 2012

Enjoying Life in a French Village--and Surrounding Countryside

Our two weeks at this charming cottage in Grez Sur Loing, France, were delightful. After we figured out the roundabout in Fontainebleau, finding the place was no problem--though the only French we knew was "merci". As we parked on the quiet street, we were hopeful this venture was going to be exactly what we were looking for. Unlocking the gate and stepping inside the walled front yard was like discovering our own "secret garden". Once inside the house, the bustle of the flight and drive to get there began to fall away. Even though we had been given a lot of information from the owners, we were pleasantly surprised to see how much room there was, both downstairs and up. We found the kitchen, dining, and living rooms neat, clean and well-furnished. We liked the comfortable bedrooms that look down on the garden below. Being able to browse the interesting books throughout the house was an added plus. In short, the whole setting was even more than we had hoped for. And Grez! What a charming little town. Not much choice of places to eat, but on our first walk we were surprised to be greeted in English by a local gentleman who graciously recommended some favorite restaurants in nearby towns. He then told us some of the facinating village history, pointing out the homes and studios of famous artists and writers. We learned they have an active Arts Group and recommend a visit to City Hall to view their collection. Besides thoroughly enjoying our walks in picturesque Grez, we loved exploring the countryside. We visited Barbizon, Moret Sur Loing (several times!), the historic market and LaChapelle in Milly-la-Foret, and the church and market in Egreville, as well. The town of Fontainebleau, a short drive away, is famous for its fantastic chateau and gardens and also provides anything else you would want or need--shops, department stores, restaurants, internet cafes, etc. It was always a relief to arrive back at our very own cozy cottage after a tiring day of sightseeing and shopping. This stone country home is a perfect spot for anyone who just wants to blend into the French countryside for awhile. We spent the next week in Paris, but our time in Grez Sur Loing will always be a fond, memorable part of our time in France.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martin H., Fontainebleau, France

Jun 13, 2012

Wonderful home. The pictures don't do justice.

I've rented this house for a month while looking for a permanent home in the area for our family. This house is located about five minutes drive from Fontainebleau and is convenient to everywhere. I was there during the Spring of 2012 and especially appreciated the pretty garden and the quiet evenings. The kitchen is well equipped, the living room comfortable and with a decent-sized master bedroom, the smaller bedrooms are fine for single adults or children. The owner has a maid that is available although we found that the house is easy to care for and we did all of our cleaning and ironing. People looking for modern electronics like a flat-screen TV and cable TV might reconsider but the owner has a VCR and a good collection of VCR tapes which gives the place a bit of retro charm. Bathrooms in France are known to be lacking at best and catastrophic at worst, but the American owners have added on a large bathroom and laundry room on the lower level. This made the stay a great deal more comfortable than many of the other places I happened to see while searching for a place to stay. There is a bathroom on the upper level with a bathtub suitable for bathing children. The town of Grez sur Loing has a bakery, restaurant and a small store. There are plenty of nearby walking paths and scenic spots along the river Loing. Bicycles are a big plus and there are designated paths and safe side roads. We did some tourism and getting to Paris is easy - a short drive to Bourron Marlotte (3 minutes) or to Avon adjacent to Fontainebleau (12 minutes) and the train to central Paris takes about 40 minutes. It's less time to central Paris from this house than it is from some places in central Paris in traffic. If you decide for this house, you should rent a car because it's difficult to get around otherwise. All in all, a very charming and tidy country house with all of the charm of the French countryside. Two thumbs up!

About the host

Your host

We are a semi-retired couple, now living most of the year in St Paul, Minnesota, using our French cottage as a second home. We do many home exchanges as well as rentals and love traveling.

Why they chose this property

Have owned this house since 1989 when I worked in the area. We now spend only part of the year there, although it continues to be a fully-furnished home, not a rental property !