An exquisite destination a stone’s throw from Giverny

Just 45 minutes from Paris, Les Hautes Sources invites you into a world of enchantment. This 18th-century gem perched on the heights of Les Ménilles welcomes you to a subtly magical setting all year round.

One look out of the window and the sumptuous vision of the Eure Valley stretches out before you. Much like a mountain refuge, this former farmhouse in Normandy has been tastefully restored and cultivates authenticity like an eternal suit of armor.

In some rooms, the roofs seem to stretch upwards like cathedral ceilings; the living room invites you to take a seat in front of the crackling fireplace; and the swimming pool to the south is perfect for letting your worries float away. Everything here is an ode to the senses. The 15 acres of parkland are dotted with the natural springs that lend their name to this oasis of calm. Those who fancy a moving things up a level can make their way to La Cabane du Clocher. Perched 20 feet off the ground, its terrace offers panoramic views of the Eure Valley and the guarantee of a calm, rejuvenating stay.

For sports enthusiasts, the 18-hole Évreux Golf Club is just a stone’s throw away. Meanwhile, art lovers will love Claude Monet’s house and garden in Giverny, the epicenter of Impressionism. If you’re in a curious mood, take a walk around the town of Vernon, the gateway to Normandy and the Seine Valley, home to must-see sites such as the church of Saint Gervais and Saint Protais, and the Château de Bizy. Lastly, Gisors, the historic capital of Normandy’s Vexin area, will keep you entertained with its fascinating 11th-century fortress.

A warm, welcoming getaway to the heart of Normandy. An invaluable base for those wanting to forget about time and enjoy themselves.

Les Ménilles, 15 minutes from Giverny, in the Eure department, Boutique château-hotel