These vacation rentals in Montfort-l'Amaury, France provide you with the perfect place to base yourself outside of Paris. Situated less than an hour from the city, Montfort-l'Amaury is the perfect location for a quiet break. With attractions such as the Palace of Versailles located less than a half an hour’s drive away you can find yourself surrounded by opulent history in no time. Attractions closer to home include the local zoo and a park with miniature French attractions to wow visitors of all ages. Read below to find our top 10 ideal vacation rentals in this charming commune, close to the city.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 23, 2024.
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1. Farmhouse situated in the suburbs of Paris (from USD 83)
This farmhouse located just 35-minutes from fashionable Paris and offers visitors the best of both the worlds. This modest annexe offers two people (with the option for a crib) the perfect place for rest and respite away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. Your hosts will provide you with breakfast from coffee to bread and yummy spreads, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the serene surroundings. Whilst staying here be sure to pay a visit to the beautiful Yili Gardens situated 6 km (3.72 miles) away from Montfort-l'Amaury. These oriental gardens are the pinnacle of peace, take your time especially to enjoy the bonsai trees.
Top guest reviews
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great host very accommodating and friendlythierry and valerie are great and very friendly hostshost was very welcoming and happy to be flexible with our arrival timethierry and his partner were both very helpful and a delight meetLocation:
this was a lovely place to stay in a quiet locationCleanliness:
it was clean functional and securehome was clean and nice looking a very comfortablethierry was a great host and the apartment was very clean and had everything we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bed was blissfully comfortable and with the skylight overhead i could stargazebedroom was super with big bed for both
2. Wonderful house in the forest (from USD 158)
This luxurious wooden lodge can fit up to six guests within its three bedrooms. There is a manicured lawn leading from the house out into the wooded surroundings, which is the perfect place for children to play. Guests will particularly enjoy the shared living space, from the comfortable living room with a wood burner, to the sunny courtyard with a large table for alfresco dining. On a beautiful day be sure to visit the ponds of Hollande. These beautiful ponds are the perfect spot to hike around or laze under the sun in this sleepy French village just half an hour from Paris.
Top guest reviews
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everyone loved the property and the calm relaxing locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the garden is huge and has chairs tables bbq etc
3. Two-bedroom flat (from USD 71)
This charming home in the small village of Galluis, France is located under 45-minutes from Paris via the local train. This quiet home offers enough room for four guests. The house is furnished with all of the amenities that you need for an enjoyable stay from a large, fully stocked kitchen to a wonderful outside space with enough room for alfresco dining. Whilst staying here be sure to take advantage of the train station which is only located 3 km (1.86 miles) away and head into Paris. Whilst there, why not explore the Louvre? This famed museum houses some of the world’s finest artwork. This vacation rental gives you the perfect mix of country life and culture during your wonderful holiday.
Top guest reviews
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the hostess is very helpful and openparking is included the shower is so very nice and the cat is friendly :)Location:
perfect place for a quiet escape to the countryside in a pretty villageRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bedroom bed is very comfortable the folding bed in the living room is excellent too
4. Quaint cottage with a garden (from USD 120)
This country house is in the perfect location if you’re after a balance of country life and city living. This cottage is surrounded by a garden with Paris only 40-minutes away. This house has enough space to host up to six guests, the interiors have been decorated in traditional French style with tiled floors and exposed beams. Whilst staying here be sure to visit Claude Monet’s garden and marvel at the beauty that inspired many of his famed artwork.
Top guest reviews
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the whole family can seat around a very long table marielle is very kind welcoming and attentiveLocation:
the place is located in the beautiful countrysidean enjoyable stay in a great rural location yet close enough to a pretty townthe property is charming and in an excellent locationif you want peace and quiet this is perfectwhat a lovely quiet place hidden awayRead more reviewsCleanliness:
clean and well equipped
5. Comfortable apartment in a picturesque village (from USD 53)
This cosy vacation rental is the ideal place to base yourself in the charming town of Villiers-Saint-Frédéric. This country home offers space to accommodate up to four guests, with one master bedroom and one comfortable sofa bed. The house comes with all amenities, from the fully equipped kitchen to a wood burner in the living room, ideal for cosy nights in. Whilst it may seem that you’re away from the action in this idyllic French town, you’ll be close to the fun and quirky ‘France Miniature’ tourist attraction. This park offers realistic miniature models of France’s most famed monuments and is a sure hit with all of the family.
Top guest reviews
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warm friendly and accommodating hostpierre & sophie are lovely hosts and their place is fantasticLocation:
very nice and cute placeRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the flat was well described clean and neat
6. Sunny room in Parisian countryside
This bright and sunny room is located in a large country cottage, less than an hour from Paris and is the perfect spot for a respite from the busy city life. The house has been decorated in traditional French style with exposed beams and tiled floors. When you’re not lounging on the plush sofa then be sure to travel to the nearby Palace of Versailles. This opulent palace is packed full of luxury, history and manicured gardens. Enjoy your day before heading back to your cottage in the country.
11.69 km (7.3 mi) from The Butterfly House
7. Idyllic house in the French countryside
This wonderful property is to rent in the quiet town of Les Mesnuls, France. Up to three guests can make use of the comfortable bedrooms which are light and airy. The rest of the property has been decorated with care and consideration. Furnished with modern amenities with a touch of traditional, there are open fireplaces and an area for shared dining. It’s less than an hour’s drive into the centre of Paris giving you ample opportunity to explore the French capital. If you go to Paris on the weekend then be sure to visit Marchés aux Puces. This vintage flea market is the perfect place to people watch and to rummage for an extravagant souvenir. Anyone for an eighteenth-century chandelier?
7.08 km (4.4 mi) from The Butterfly House
8. Beautiful home in an equestrian property
If you’re looking for a unique vacation rental that can house large groups, then a stay in an equestrian property situated 30-minutes from Paris should be high on your list. This listing boasts exquisite interiors and lush garden space with plenty of seating room. You’ll have access to a swimming pool, barbecue, ping pong, badminton and even the option of horse riding for the children. This vacation rental really does have it all. The large fully equipped kitchen means that you will be able to cook up the finest cuisine for yourself and your guests. If you feel you’re able to leave your own slice of paradise then pay a visit to the medieval town of Montfort l'Amaury.
3.02 km (1.9 mi) from The Butterfly House
9. Charming bed and breakfast in medieval village
This beautiful bed and breakfast is the epitome of luxury. With no expense spared when decorating this 18th-century building and with past guests including the likes of Ava Gardner and Grace Kelly, you can be certain that you’re staying in the best of establishments. The house is bright and airy with large windows which look out into the French countryside. There are ample places to relax and lounge inside and out whilst you while away your days away from the ‘real world’. Be sure to visit the gardens of Versailles, only a 15-minute drive away from this rental. These gardens cover a vast area and as of 1979 were identified as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Montfort-l'Amaury, Île-de-France, France
4.05 km (2.6 mi) from The Butterfly House
10. Independent room in historic building
This bed and breakfast situated in Beynes, France is the chocolate box cottage of your dreams, with exposed bricks and a vine-twisted roof. You’ll find yourself transported into a fairytale from the moment you enter. The interiors have been renovated to a classic, clean and modern standard with all of the comforts of home. This cottage is close enough to Thoiry Zoo, which is well worth a visit especially for the ‘Lion Zipline’. This fun activity takes you flying over the big cats and animals of the African plains as you make your descent back to solid ground.
Beynes, Île-de-France, France
6.0 km (3.8 mi) from The Butterfly HouseTop guest reviews
Host:
the hosts are helpful and only next door if you need anythinganne is a welcoming hostvery kind host nice private cottage in a wonderful locationLocation:
very quiet in the countryside but easily accessibleCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it was only one night and it was comfortable
Explore the countryside outside of Paris
The region of Montfort-l'Amaury is the perfect location if you’re looking for a relaxing countryside break. With the small village only an hour from Paris and the opulent Versailles it is a perfect getaway. One day you can find yourself horseriding through the beautiful French countryside and the next you can find yourself under the dizzying heights of the Eiffel Tower. Book yourselves into any one of the Airbnb properties listed above and take a break from reality.
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