Thatched Cottage with Private Pond near Paris — Unique Event & Film Venue

A property full of character on the outskirts of Paris

Less than an hour from Paris, this private property offers a unique setting for film shoots, photo shoots, advertising campaigns, fashion and interior design editorials, product launches, private dinners and exclusive corporate events.

Nestled in the heart of a 3,000 m² wooded park, the house is a charming thatched cottage, surrounded by nature and sheltered from prying eyes. Its unique architecture, private pond, wooden bridge, gazebo and various indoor and outdoor spaces allow for the creation of several distinct visual settings within a single location.

The whole property offers an atmosphere that is at once elegant, authentic and cinematic, with the great advantage of being easily accessible from Paris.

A particularly photogenic outdoor setting

The grounds are one of the property’s main assets.

Spanning approximately 3,000 m², it offers a wide variety of backdrops and views: lawns, mature vegetation, trees, a private pond, a wooden bridge, a gazebo by the water’s edge and a terrace.

As the day and seasons change, these spaces offer very different atmospheres and allow for a wide range of shots to be taken without changing location.

The pond and its small wooden bridge, in particular, provide a highly recognisable setting, ideal for fashion and lifestyle shoots, advertising campaigns, music videos, film, television or branded content.

The gazebo by the water’s edge offers a different, more intimate and romantic setting, suitable for a staged scene, a lunch or a small reception.

The garden also allows for the installation of furniture, props or set design elements, subject to prior approval of the project.

The house

The interior offers the warm atmosphere of an elegant country house, with spacious rooms, beautiful natural light and numerous windows opening onto the garden.

The living room, with its open fireplace, offers an authentic and cosy ambience. A large bay window opens directly onto the terrace and creates a lovely view of the pond, the garden and the gazebo, allowing you to work whilst enjoying a seamless transition between indoors and outdoors.

The dining room, meanwhile, benefits from a large bay window overlooking the garden, bringing natural light and depth to the shots.

The large, fully-equipped kitchen is a setting in its own right, suitable for family and lifestyle scenes as well as food photography or brand content.

The layout of the living spaces thus allows for easy variation in framing and atmosphere, whilst providing a natural transition from the house to the terrace and on to the grounds.

The property also comprises several bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room which, depending on the project, can be included in the shots or used as additional spaces for the production teams.

Outdoor swim spa

The property also features an outdoor swim spa, accessible subject to the project’s requirements.

It can serve as an additional setting for lifestyle, wellness, beauty or fashion shoots, or be incorporated into certain private events.

Multiple settings within a single property

The layout of the site allows for a variety of settings within a single location:

— a charming thatched cottage
— lounge with a fireplace and large bay window
— light-filled living room with a large bay window overlooking the garden
— large, fully-fitted kitchen
— terrace with views of the pond and the gazebo
— extensive wooded grounds
— private pond
— wooden jetty
— waterside gazebo
— outdoor swim spa
— natural spaces and views of the countryside

This diversity is particularly appealing to production companies wishing to shoot multiple sequences, moods or sets of visuals in a single day, without the need to move the crew.

Suitable productions and events

The property is particularly well-suited to:

Filming & productions
Films and TV series, adverts, music videos, interviews, digital content, corporate productions and audiovisual projects.

Photography
Fashion, beauty, jewellery, accessories, interior design, furniture, lifestyle, gastronomy, press, catalogues, brand campaigns and editorials.

Professional events
Product presentations and launches, exclusive showrooms, press days, executive meetings, workshops, board meetings, creative days and brand events.

Private events
Dinners, lunches, intimate celebrations and private receptions for small groups.

We deliberately prioritise high-quality, well-organised projects that respect the venue. The property is not intended for large-scale parties or festive events likely to cause significant disturbance.

A countryside setting easily accessible from Paris

The property is situated in Saint-Lubin-de-la-Haye, near Houdan and less than an hour’s drive from Paris.

This location offers a genuine countryside setting and a peaceful atmosphere, whilst remaining close enough to Paris to allow production teams, agencies, photographers, talent and service providers to come and work on site for the day.

Houdan is also served by trains from Paris-Montparnasse, and the property is then accessible by car from the station.

A private car park within the grounds makes it easy to accommodate vehicles and manage team logistics.

A private and discreet property

Above all, this is a private home, meticulously maintained.

Each enquiry is therefore assessed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the nature of the project, the number of people attending, the timetable, the spaces to be used and any technical or set-design requirements.

For major film shoots and productions, a location scout can be arranged in advance.

Pricing is based on a quotation depending on the type of project, the duration of the booking, the number of participants and the spaces required.

We are delighted to receive enquiries from agencies, production companies, photographers, brands, fashion and interior design houses, businesses and event organisers seeking a unique, elegant private venue that is easily accessible from Paris.