Our favorite romantic stays and hidden gems
Les Cabanes des Grands Chênes (Coucoo Cabanes) is a forest estate located in the heart of the Château de Raray park, 50 minutes north of Paris, France. Discover 25 luxurious cabins perched in the trees with every comfort: easy access, water, electricity and even a private Nordic bath at the top of the cabin. The on-site experience is as immersive and romantic as you could wish for. Luxury in the wild!
Promo code
Enter the promo code LETSGOMYLOVE when booking on our partner's official website and benefit from 5% off your stay. Always much appreciated. Look at this image to see where to type the code. It's at the last stage of booking.
The place offers gift cards and the above promo code is also valid. Go to this page to place your order. Look at this image to see where to type in the code. What we love: the cards are valid for 3 years.
Our stay
We had the opportunity to stay here for 1 absolutely pleasant night. We had the "Epopée" cabin with Nordic bath, which is no. 22 on the map below. Very intimate and very pleasant. We really loved the welcome from the whole team, the beauty of the estate and the château, and the total change of scenery.
We're in constant contact with the team's very friendly Alexia. We met in Paris in the offices of Coucoo Cabanes (in Saint-Ouen) to enrich this text.
The estate is open from early March to late November. Prices start at around €180 per night for 2 people, and breakfast is always included. Here's a map of the estate to help you find your way around on arrival.
The setting is cinematic: the majestic château appears at the very end of the driveway. You can then turn left to reach the parking lot in front of reception. You'll receive instructions, your key and a map, and can then walk to your cabin. If required, the team can take you and your luggage by buggy to your cabin.
The cabins
The cabins are perched between 7 and 13 meters high, among the branches of hundred-year-old oak trees. It's the perfect blend of unusual experience and great comfort. There are 20 Duo cabins for couples, most with a Nordic bath.
Some of our favorite cabins:
1 • Emotion • Photo • Photo
2 • Starry • Photo • Photo
3 • Dome • Photo • Photo
4 • Mysterious • Photo • Photo
5 • Lov’Nid Promise • Photo • Photo
Depending on the cabin you choose, you'll enjoy the following facilities: 16 to 25m² bedroom with queen-size bed, bed linen, sitting area, water, electricity, heating, natural sheep's wool insulation, bathroom with shower, tea area, Delonghi coffee bean machine, private terrace with magical view and Nordic bath heated to 40°C.
The cabins are also equipped with blackout curtains so you can sleep as long as you like in complete peace and quiet.
At the end of the day, it's not uncommon to catch a glimpse of wildlife, especially deer and hinds. It's on the well-mown grass of the golf course that you're most likely to see them, just as the sun is setting.
Life on the estate
In the morning, a breakfast basket is delivered to the foot of your cabin. This is included in your reservation. On the menu: viennoiseries, half-tradition, yoghurt, apple juice, jam, honey and butter. We recommend you take it on the outdoor terrace. Only the sound of birdsong accompanies this gentle moment, with the occasional curious boat attracted by the Nordic bath.
Here are a few extras:
- Brunch basket with a late start at 1 p.m. instead of 11 a.m. (€65 for 2 people)
- Romantic package including chocolate fondue and massage oil (€75 for 2 people)
- Massages in the wellness room near the front desk (€65 for 30 min)
Almost anything is possible if you’re planning a surprise. Feel free to make your request when you book: floral decorations, a cake in the cabin, a petal-strewn path, or a photographer’s services, for example. If you’d like to keep it a secret until the cabin is revealed, please mention that when you book as well. The team is used to this and will play along with a touch of mischief.
A few random tips:
1. Download your films, series and music before coming, as the cabins have no wifi and very poor internet reception (except at the summit).
2. Take a portable Bluetooth speaker if you want to listen to music.
3. A few books or board games are a must if you really want to switch off.
4. For the evening, raclette is very good, but it's slow because the cheese is heated by candlelight.
5. For lunch, there's a very good restaurant with a new glass roof opposite reception.
6. If it rains, Aigle boots and umbrellas are available at reception.
7. Don't bring a large suitcase, prefer a small suitcase or backpack.
8. Take a few candles with you to create a pleasant atmosphere in the evening.
A forest estate near Paris
Les Cabanes des Grands Chênes is located in the heart of the Oise Regional Nature Park, less than an hour from Paris, France. Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport is just 30 minutes away. The estate lies in the heart of 3 magnificent forests: Halatte, Ermenonville and Compiègne.
Suggested activities include walking, tennis, cycling, golf on the estate or discovering Château de Raray, an architectural gem and the setting for Jean Cocteau's film La Belle et la Bête.
The "Coucoo Cabanes" Collection
Check out the other "Coucoo Cabanes" locations on Let's Go My Love. It's the same premium concept, but the location in France is different each time.
Discover • Les Cabanes des Grands Cépages
Discover • Les Cabanes des Grands Chênes
Discover • Les Cabanes des Grands Lacs
Discover • Les Cabanes des Grands Reflets
Discover • Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne
Discover • Les Cabanes de La Réserve
Discover • Les Cabanes de Salagnac
Look at this image to see where the 7 regions are located on the map.
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Enter the promo code LETSGOMYLOVE when booking on our partner's official website and get 5% off your stay. Always appreciated! Look at this image to see where to enter the code. It's at the last stage of booking.
Yes, a breakfast basket is delivered to the foot of your cabin. It's included in your reservation. On the menu: viennoiseries, half-tradition, yoghurt, apple juice, jam, honey and butter. In bed or on the terrace, the sound of birdsong accompanies this sweet moment.
The keys to the cabins are handed over on site from 4pm to 7:30pm. You'll receive instructions and can then walk to your cabin. If necessary, the team (who are really lovely!) can drop off your luggage using a cart. Access to the cabin is either via a secure ladder or a spiral staircase suspended around the trunk. On the day of your departure, you can leave the hut until 11 a.m. at the latest.
It's not a Jacuzzi, but some cabins have a very pleasant Nordic bath on the terrace.
Yes, there are extras: brunch basket with late check-out at 1pm instead of 11am (€65 for 2 people), romantic package with bouquet of dried flowers, small bottle of champagne, chocolate fondue and massage oil (€75 for 2 people) and massages in the estate's dedicated wellness room with rates starting at €65 for 30 minutes.
Prices start at around €180 per night for 2 people, including breakfast.
We just recommend that you take slippers with you, so you can enjoy your terrace to the full, pick up your baskets and access the Nordic bath. In summer, it's also a good idea to take mosquito repellent.
Yes, the cabins are equipped with blackout curtains so you can sleep as long as you like in complete peace and quiet.
Yes, dogs are allowed in cabins accessible by stairs, i.e., without a suspension bridge.
