Domaine de Montécourt (1.5 hrs from Paris, 1 hr from Lille, 2 hrs from Brussels)

Welcome to the Domaine de Montécourt, an exceptional property built by the Bonduelle family.

An hour and a half from Paris and an hour from Lille, this fully restored house blends period charm with the most exacting contemporary standards.

Set at the heart of a private 10-hectare (25-acre) park reserved entirely for you — a driveway lined with century-old trees, a brick-and-stone façade, complete privacy — the house unfolds over more than 500 m² (5,400 sq ft) of light-filled space and welcomes up to 12 guests.

The space

The Domaine de Montécourt is far more than a holiday house: it's a place to celebrate, to spend a weekend with family, to bring friends together, or simply to enjoy an exceptional setting. Every space invites you to slow down, to entertain, and to make memories — where French heritage meets contemporary comfort.

You'll have a 500 m² private residence to yourselves, fully renovated, at the heart of 10 hectares of enclosed grounds.

The arrival sets the tone. A small road turns away from the fields, the gate opens onto a tree-lined drive, and the cobbled courtyard gradually comes into view. Once through the gate, the countryside disappears behind you.

The house once belonged to the Bonduelle family. Its renovation was carried out with particular attention to proportion, brick and light, adding the comfort one expects today from a house of this kind.

THE BEDROOMS

Six bedrooms, six bathrooms. Three suites have an en-suite bathroom; the other three bedrooms have their own bathroom just off the landing.

The beds: one 180 cm bed (super king), four 160 cm beds (king), and one bedroom with two single beds that we can push together into a 180 cm bed on request.

The house therefore sleeps twelve people in twelve real beds. No sofa beds, no fold-out extras.

A hairdryer is provided in each of the six bathrooms.

Three bedrooms are on the ground floor, just four steps from the grounds. If one of your guests finds stairs difficult, one of these rooms can be set aside for them.

THE RECEPTION ROOMS

The dining room has a 3 m × 1.20 m table seating fourteen. The large garden table seats the same number.

The sitting room offers eight seats on the sofas, plus four more in armchairs and side chairs. A working fireplace, with firewood provided, completes the space.

THE KITCHEN

The kitchen is fully equipped for stays with family or friends:

oven
four-burner induction hob
dishwasher
three fridges
two wine coolers
crockery, cutlery and glassware for fourteen

An adjoining utility room has a large washing machine, a large tumble dryer, an iron and a drying rack.

Bed linen and towels are provided.

A COMFORTABLE PLACE TO WORK

The estate has symmetrical fibre broadband of up to 1 Gbps, and Wi-Fi 6E.

Four desks are spread throughout the house, so several people can work at the same time without disturbing one another.

The large dining table can also be used as a meeting space.

THE GROUNDS

The estate covers 10 enclosed hectares, mainly lawns and wooded areas, with a small wood at the far end of the property. You can walk the whole way round.

To make the most of it, you'll find:

charcoal barbecue
table tennis table
pétanque set
mölkky
badminton set (to put up)
garden furniture and sun loungers

The courtyard, the barn and their surroundings can accommodate around fifteen cars.

THE TWO PONDS

There are two ponds on the property, roughly 50 and 150 metres from the house.

Fishing is possible and the stock includes predatory species. A rowing boat is available; there is no jetty.

Swimming is possible, at guests' own risk. The ponds are not fenced and call for particular vigilance with young children.

SUMMER AND WINTER ALIKE

The house has undergone extensive insulation work and is heated by heat pumps.

Every room is heated, so the estate can be enjoyed in any season, including the depths of winter.

The Domaine de Montécourt is in the hamlet of Montécourt, in Monchy-Lagache, at the heart of the Somme countryside.

The property enjoys a remarkably unspoilt setting, away from main roads and bustle, while remaining easily reachable from Paris, Lille and Saint-Quentin.

SHOPS

There is a bakery in the village.

The Leclerc and Intermarché supermarkets are in Péronne, about fifteen minutes away.

For a wider choice, Saint-Quentin has an Auchan and several other large stores.

Local caterers can also come to the estate; we'll gladly point you towards the right providers for your stay.

RESTAURANTS

La Maison S&L, in Saint-Quentin, is a lovely option for dinner out.

We can also recommend several places in Péronne, depending on what you're in the mood for.

GETTING HERE

Péronne is the nearest station. From Saint-Quentin, Paris Gare du Nord is around 1 hr 17 min away, with some twenty services a day, most of them direct.

We can collect you from either Péronne or Saint-Quentin station.

By car, Lille is about an hour away and Paris about 1 hr 40 min.

A car is still recommended for exploring the area. A Tesla can also be made available to you.

WHAT TO SEE NEARBY

The estate sits at the heart of the Somme battlefields heritage trail.

The Historial de la Grande Guerre, in Péronne, is about twenty minutes away.

The Thiepval Anglo-French Memorial and the Australian National Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux are around forty minutes away.

Amiens and its cathedral are about fifty minutes away.

The area also offers plenty of walking trails, cycle routes and fishing spots.

A PERSONAL WELCOME

You'll be welcomed in person on arrival.

Vasile looks after the estate and remains available throughout your stay, to help with anything you need or if any difficulty arises.

A housekeeper comes twice a week to keep the house comfortable and the stay running smoothly.

PETS

Pets are welcome. With 10 enclosed hectares, there's plenty of outdoor space to enjoy.

CHILDREN

The estate is equipped for families with young children:

travel cot
high chair
children's cutlery
children's plates
SMOKING

Smoking is not permitted inside the house. Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

There are no cameras inside the house, on the terraces, in the bedrooms or in the bathrooms.

CAPACITY

The estate sleeps up to twelve.

The reception rooms, however, can seat fourteen around the tables — particularly pleasant if you'd like to have friends or family from the area over during your stay.

STAYS AND EVENTS

The estate is designed for stays with family or friends, for gatherings, and for long tables shared together.

Large parties are not permitted.

The spirit of the estate is that of a private home: somewhere you come for the quiet, the grounds, and time spent together.

Guest access

The entire estate is reserved for you — feel free to wander wherever you like.

Other things to note
OUTDOOR CAMERAS

Security cameras are present exclusively outside the property: in the courtyard, at the entrance to the barn, and in the grounds, including one trained on the heat pumps.