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The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine.

Riverside holiday home with outdoor pool and free breakfast

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Exterior
Pool
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 153444.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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Muids, Normandie

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Suite 1

1 Queen Bed

Suite 2

1 Queen Bed

Suite 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Suite 4

1 Queen Bed

Suite 5 - Annex

1 Queen Bed

Suite 6 - Annex

1 Queen Bed

Suite 7 - Annex

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathtub

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Bathroom 6

Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine.

A restored 19th-century riverside estate, just 1h20 from Paris, with 7 en-suite bedrooms, heated 18 m pool, sauna, cinema room, daily breakfast and housekeeping.
Designed for comfortable, effortless stays in the Normandy countryside.

The house:
RIVE is the first Side House, a collection of carefully designed vacation homes with hotel-grade service.
Located at the edge of a Norman village and opening onto a tree-lined garden leading directly to the Seine, the house combines historic architecture, refined materials, and modern comfort, only 100 km from Paris while fully surrounded by nature.

Spaces & amenities:
7 en-suite bedrooms with hotel-quality bedding
18 m heated salt-water pool
Sauna and cold plunge
Cinema & gaming room
Pétanque & barbecue & brasero
Fully equipped workspace with high-speed Wi-Fi suitable for remote work and video calls
Large kitchen and dining areas with fireplaces
Glass-house living space for shared meals, yoga, or quiet time
Family equipment and games
Garden with direct access to the Seine
Everything is arranged for a stay that is comfortable, practical, and calm.

Service included:
Fresh breakfast served every morning
Daily housekeeping
Digital House & Local Guide with selected restaurants, activities, and services
24/7 WhatsApp concierge support
Effortless arrival with fully digital house access

Press:
Featured in Elle, M Le Monde, Milk Magazine, and Ideat among notable countryside stays near Paris.

Around the house:
Water-skiing on the Seine
Golf, tennis, and horse riding nearby
Cycling, running, and walking routes prepared on Strava
Monet’s gardens in Giverny
The historic village of Lyons-la-Forêt and Michelin-star dining
Forests, castles, and quiet country roads

Layout:
Built in 1883, the estate includes:
A main house with living rooms, dining room, and fully equipped kitchen
Two independent renovated buildings with private en-suite bedrooms, workspace, cinema & gaming room

Total: 7 bedrooms · 15 beds · 7 bathrooms
Most rooms overlook the garden and river.
Comfort
Central heating
High-speed internet and house Sonos sound system
Professional-grade fully equipped kitchen suitable for private chefs
Laundry facilities
Quality linens, curtains, and hairdryers in every bedroom

Everything needed for an easy stay is provided. So you have nothing to do, and everything to live

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Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

About the area

Muids

Located in Muids, this holiday home is on a river. Collegiate Notre-Dame des Andelys and Château Gaillard are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Seine and Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rouen Expo Park or Normandie Karting. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Muids, Normandie

Getting around

  • Incarville Station - 13 min drive
  • Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Café du Petit Andely - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪L'Abri Gourmand - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Le Drakkar - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Table d’Alva - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The perfect countryside escape in Normandy, just 1h20 from Paris, on the Seine. located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Seine and within 9 miles (15 km) of Golf du Vaudreuil and Collegiate Notre-Dame des Andelys. Church of Notre-Dame de Louviers and Château Gaillard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remarkable stay

A wonderful property in a beautiful setting. Top notch communication and service. My family and I will remember this trip forever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had an amazing week at the River House. Our family included teens and adults. Thanks to information from our host we were able to easily get into Paris, visit the D-Day beaches, Chateau Gaillard and other nearby sites. Wouldn’t hesitate to book this delightful home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M., Eureka, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Stay

The property & house are lovely. The farmhouse is roomy & comfortable. There was plenty of room and privacy for our large group. The kitchen is small but adequate. Our grandchildren loved the swing & spent hours in the pool. Our stay was absolutely delightful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Normandy

A beautiful house that has been lovingly restored to provide an excellent facility that can accommodate up to 16 people. We loved the rustic French feel but all the necessary 'mod cons' to make if comfortable. We loved the pool and the ability to enjoy al-fresco dining.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super holiday!

Our family of 11 had such a wonderful time at this beautiful gîte. The very amenable host has paid a lot of attention to detail and provided a good deal of helpful advice and information about the local area. There is so much to do locally but when not busy the house and its location allows for fun days and relaxation. Thank you so much Jordan for allowing us to use your lovely holiday home.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven

My kids, husband and I had a wonderful week. Jordan was very responsive and speaks fluent English. The house is beautiful, very tastefully decorated, modern and new, full of light and beautiful colors. Every corner is clean and airy, with everything you could need. The pool is gorgeous, large and brand new. The garden is enormous, full of fruit trees and rose bushes, with the Seine just at its edge. You can go for a walk/run on the river’s edge, past corn and wheat fields. The house is located in a very charming, quiet and typically French village. I have never felt quite so comfortable in a place that was not my own. Thanks so much, we hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow! A beautiful home and spectacular property. Perfect holiday escape for our families.

We booked Riverside house a year in advance for our multi-family Christmas vacation from the U.S. The setting and accommodations were perfect for 3 families with 10 people. 7 bedrooms were beautifully renovated and 6.5 baths provided more than adequate space to feel roomy and private. The beds and linens were new and provided extremely comfortable sleep. Our families enjoyed the common areas by the fire box in the family room, large kitchen table for meals, and the backyard and fire pit for more family time together. The kids loved the swing and yard for playing and we all enjoyed the hikes along the Seine. The additional dining room off the courtyard made for a special candlelit Christmas dinner for ten people! Jordan was always available and accommodating. He made our visit special by having a Christmas tree set up for our arrival, provided a fantastic list of resources for: butcher, seafood, restaurants, towns to visit, etc. The freshly baked and delivered breads every morning (including Christmas morning) was just amazing. I would highly recommend Riverside House for anyone looking to be out in the country, close to nature, farms, small villages, and away from the hustle and bustle of city life. We made amazing memories for our families and children here and it will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you Jordan! Best wishes to you and your family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean Cawkwell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property in tranquil setting

We were a family party of 13 ranging from 1 to 70 celebrating various birthdays and being together after Covid. The whole property is beautiful and the configuration worked well for us - especially all the en- suite bathrooms and the large dining kitchen. The locals were very friendly on our daily walks along the river and the fresh croissants every morning were an added bonus. Jordan kept us informed every step of the way answering my numerous questions and checking that we had arrived safely. Would highly recommend Riverside House
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rudi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house on beautiful location

Riverside house is a beautiful house, situated at a good location in Normandy. This part of the Seine-valley is really wonderful. We stayed with a group of 7, we all liked the house and the surroundings a lot. The beaches of Normandy, Paris, even Eurodisney are within travel distance. We followed the footsteps of Monet, Giverny is close by as well. Warmly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

cervasel c., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe villa normande !

Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable. La maison, son grand jardin et la piscine superbe sont très bien décorés et entretenus. L’hôte Jordan est très disponible et a réponse à tout !
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect French Country stay

Riverside House is located in perfect French countryside on the banks of the Seine. The local village of Muids is postcard perfect. Within an easy drive of Paris or the Normandy coast our experience of Riverside delivered so much more than we could have hoped for. Calvados by the fire of an evening following a leisurely exploration of local villages was a perfect way to experience this gorgeous part of the country. We highly recommend a stay, however brief, at Riverside House.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Family Gathering Along The Seine

Our extended family of 12 made full use of this lovely property both inside and out. The proximity to both large and small towns made this an ideal spot from which to explore upper Normandy. We visited the D-Day Beaches, Giverny and the beautiful white cliffs of Étretat as well as Les Andelys and Lyons la Forêt closer to Muids. We also enjoyed a lovely walk along the Seine which is just at the bottom of Riverside House's back yard. The property was well outfitted and Jordan, the owner, was extremely responsive to our needs. We would visit again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Juliette Fossorier

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We created RIVE with the idea that staying in the countryside should feel as simple and comforting as staying in a well-run home — but with the ease of a hotel.

We care deeply about calm, beauty, and the small details that make a stay effortless: spaces that flow naturally, everything in its right place, and services that are present without ever being intrusive.

Our role as hosts is to make sure guests feel free to fully enjoy the house, the time together, and the surroundings.

Why they chose this property

This riverside location was chosen for its sense of balance: close enough to Paris to escape easily, yet fully immersed in nature.

The house sits at the edge of a Norman village, opening onto a large tree-lined garden that leads directly to the Seine. The landscape changes with the seasons, and life naturally slows down.

It’s a place made for long meals, walks along the river, time outdoors, and quiet moments shared together.

What makes this property unique

RIVE combines the character of a restored 19th-century estate with the comfort and services usually found in a hotel.

The property offers seven en-suite bedrooms, extensive shared spaces, multiple independent buildings, a riverside garden, and wellness amenities including a heated pool, sauna, a cold plunge and cinema room.

Daily breakfast, housekeeping, and a digital house and local guide are included to make each stay effortless.

Languages:

English, French
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