Le gîte de la Chouette perchée

Welcome to Montainville, a charming village in the Yvelines department known for being the favorite village of the famous actor Bourvil. At the Ferme de l'Étoile, a fully renovated historic farmhouse, enjoy a peaceful stay in an authentic and welcoming setting. Located near Paris, Versailles, Thoiry, and the Mauldre Valley, this holiday cottage is an ideal starting point for exploring the many tourist attractions of the Yvelines department.

In the heart of the village of Montainville, La Ferme de l'Étoile welcomes you to a carefully renovated historic farmhouse. The property includes three holiday cottages as well as the owners’ home, offering a warm and peaceful setting—ideal for a family vacation, a weekend with friends, or a business trip to the Yvelines.

You’ll appreciate the authentic atmosphere of this restored farmhouse, where the charm of the stone architecture and the tranquility of the Countryside blend with the proximity to major tourist attractions in western Paris. Kids will enjoy the playground located right across from the lodging, while adults can recharge in a lush, relaxing setting.

The holiday cottage’s location makes it easy to explore the must-see attractions of the Yvelines. Just 5 km away, the Château de Thoiry and its famous ZooSafari delight visitors of all ages with their animals roaming in semi-freedom and their remarkable gardens.

Nearby, you can also explore:

Thoiry Castle and its ZooSafari, 5 km away
France Miniature, 17 km away
The Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Base de loisirs, featuring water sports, Golf, and a tree-top adventure course
Montfort-l’Amaury, a charming medieval town, 18 km away
Groussay Castle and Saint-Pierre Church
Poissy, 20 km away, featuring the Villa Savoye, a masterpiece by Le Corbusier
Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 23 km away, with its castle, park, and National Museum of Archaeology
The Palace of Versailles, 30 km away
Chatou, “Island of the Impressionists,” Maison Fournaise, the Musée de la Grenouillère, and the Renoir Immersive Experience—all places to visit to discover the key sites of Impressionism associated with Renoir, Pissarro, Berthe Morisot, and even Maupassant, along the Impressionists’ Trail: 31 km
Giverny, 40 km away, featuring Claude Monet’s house and gardens

Hiking, biking, and nature enthusiasts can also enjoy the many walking trails through the Yvelines countryside and the Mauldre Valley.

For your convenience, shops, restaurants, and supermarkets are just 3 km away. The nearby Mareil-sur-Mauldre train station provides easy access to Paris for a day trip or a business trip.

Easily accessible from the capital, this holiday cottage in Montainville is an ideal base for exploring the Yvelines region, where history, nature, recreation, and the Countryside lifestyle come together. It’s the perfect place to reconnect, unwind, and discover the many treasures of western Île-de-France.

Quiet Holiday cottage in a farmhouse.

First floor: living room with dining area, decorative fireplace, 103cm TV and WIFI (fiber optics).
Open kitchen equipped with small fridge-freezer, 4-burner induction hob, microwave, oven, washing machine, filter coffee maker, no dishwasher.

Second floor: bedroom with two single beds 80x190cm, convertible into a double bed 160x190cm. Fans available on request.
Baby equipment on request: cot, high chair, bathtub.
Bathroom with bath, shower screen and separate WC.

Second floor: unenclosed attic bedroom with single bed 90x190cm.

Private terrace overlooking the courtyard with garden furniture. Shared ping-pong table.
Secure parking for one vehicle in shared courtyard. Green'up recharging point.

Energy charges (underfloor heating), bed linen made on arrival, towels included in the price.