Food, of course, is central to D’une île; it’s more a restaurant with rooms than rooms with a restaurant.
Monocle, June 2025The tastefully decorated dining room exudes rustic chic. In the same spirit, a few guestrooms extend an invitation to linger a little on this wooded hill in the Perche region, with its fruit trees, hives, and even a sauna overlooking the natural surroundings.
Guide Michelin, May 2024The decor is rustic minimal chic, with white walls, wood and beam ceilings, claw foot tubs, and fireplaces. Natural elements surround the property, including a vegetable garden that provides some of the produce for the on-site restaurant.
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A Secluded Hamlet in the Heart of Normandy
D’une île is a quietly enchanting country retreat set within a 17th-century hamlet, surrounded by eight acres of forest and open fields. Tucked into the wooded hillsides of Le Perche—a vast national park in Basse-Normandie, just 150 km from Paris—the property feels like a forgotten village rediscovered.
Simple Comfort in Historic Surroundings
The estate comprises five historic buildings, home to ten rooms with a total of 24 beds, as well as a small bar and restaurant. Each space preserves the rustic character of its origins while offering thoughtful, understated comforts.
Living Lightly on the Land
The experience at d’une île is deeply tied to its natural surroundings: a swimming pool for warm days, a hillside orchard, a vegetable garden, forest trails, and a library for quiet afternoons. Guests can explore the nearby flea markets, warm up in the outdoor sauna overlooking the maple trees, or watch the beehives at work—daily life here flows with the rhythm of the landscape.
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