Here, childhood dreams come true. Those about treehouses and fancy hideaways. Fortunately, there’s no age limit. Here, everyone can climb almost like Tarzan, using stairs and ladders, to take their beloved Jane to a hideout in the treetops. In the morning, you’ll wake up among ancient oaks straight out of the fairy tales of Jean Cocteau about Beauty and the Beast, who made this place famous.

Daily duties include: enjoying breakfast or brunch in bed, exploring the estate and the Hauts-de-France region on foot or by bike, relaxing in the heated Nordic bath, strolling on the terrace, and savoring baskets of local treats in the shade of the trees. You can also search for forest treasures, make flower crowns, build bird feeders, or play a game of chess on a wooden table.

For lovers seeking a breath of fresh air. For dreamers wanting to find childlike carefree joy. All this awaits just 50 minutes north of Paris.

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