Eco-friendly hotel less than 2 hours from Paris: Cabanes des Grands Chênes

Looking for an eco-friendly hotel less than two hours from Paris for a nature escape without sacrificing comfort? Just an hour north of the capital, in the Oise, Cabanes des Grands Chênes offers 25 treehouses, certified with the European Ecolabel, as a sustainable alternative to classic hotels.

An eco-friendly stay near Paris

The Cabanes des Grands Chênes estate is located in the heart of the Raray Castle forest, in the Oise, about 50 minutes north of Paris by car. Instead of an urban hotel, you arrive in a clearing surrounded by two-hundred-year-old oak trees, where the treehouses are discreetly integrated into nature to preserve the landscape.

The estate has been awarded the European Ecolabel since December 2024, a testament to a concrete commitment to more responsible tourism: rational energy and water management, waste sorting, choice of sustainable materials, and local integration. This label, recognized throughout the European Union, reassures travelers who wish to verify the environmental impact of their accommodation.

On site, car traffic is limited: the parking lot is located at the entrance to the estate, and no combustion vehicles circulate around the treehouses to preserve peace and air quality.

Treehouses: an alternative to the classic hotel

The Cabanes des Grands Chênes function as a true alternative to a hotel, but in the trees: all treehouses are equipped with water, electricity, a bathroom, heating, comfortable bedding, and linens.

The estate features 25 treehouses, including duo treehouses and family treehouses that can accommodate up to 6 people, some with private heated Nordic baths. Prices range from approximately €180 to €420 per night, breakfast included, depending on the treehouse and season.

Couples often choose a perched treehouse or a suspended treehouse, ideal for a romantic night. Families or groups of friends prefer stilt treehouses or family treehouses, accessible by stairs and safe for younger guests. This variety of configurations allows guests to find the familiar elements of a hotel (room categories, comfort, services) while enjoying a unique experience deep in the forest.

An eco-friendly experience from breakfast to the Nordic bath

The commitment to responsibility doesn't stop at the treehouse architecture: Breakfasts and gourmet baskets are made with local products, sourced from short supply chains, selected from producers and artisans in the Hauts-de-France. Baskets are delivered to the foot of the treehouse and hoisted up by pulley, to limit motorized trips while adding a playful touch to the experience.

The spa treehouses feature a private heated Nordic bath, whose water is treated without chemicals and renewed at a frequency designed to reduce water and energy consumption, in compliance with European Ecolabel criteria.

On site, a wellness area allows for booking massages, and numerous nature activities complete the stay: forest walks, exploring the Château de Raray estate, playing golf, or cultural excursions in the surroundings of Chantilly, Senlis, or Compiègne.

Access from Paris and planning your stay

From Paris, access is primarily by car, taking approximately 50 minutes, heading towards Raray. Upon arrival, you park in the free car park at the entrance to the estate, then reach your cabin on foot or accompanied by the team. Car traffic is not permitted in the heart of the forest, which contributes to the tranquility of the place.

Bookings are made online on the official Cabanes des Grands Chênes website, with an updated availability calendar. Breakfast is always included, and you can add aperitif or dinner baskets, which should be ordered before your stay.

Who is this eco-responsible "hotel" for, less than 2 hours from Paris?

Cabanes des Grands Chênes appeal to travelers looking for an eco-responsible hotel near Paris, but also a true disconnection. Couples find an intimate setting there, sometimes with a private Nordic bath, perfect for an anniversary, a proposal, or a simple romantic weekend.

Families appreciate the treehouses or family cabins, which are safe, spacious, and child-friendly. The estate also offers stays for groups of friends and seminars, for "green" team meetings less than two hours from Paris.

By choosing this estate instead of a traditional hotel, you support a player committed to progressive tourism that harmonizes comfort, nature, and environmental responsibility thanks to the European Ecolabel.

Key Facts

• Eco-responsible estate certified with the European Ecolabel since December 2024, less than 2 hours from Paris.
  
  
• 25 treehouses, including duo, family, and spa cabins with private Nordic baths.
  
  
• An alternative to a traditional hotel for 2 to 6 people, whether as a couple, with family, or among friends.
  
  
• Indicative rates from €180 to €420 per night, breakfast included.
  
  
• Breakfasts and gourmet baskets sourced from short supply chains and local producers.
  
  
• Free parking at the entrance, no cars in the heart of the estate, for a peaceful and greener stay.
  
  

FAQ

Where are the Cabanes des Grands Chênes located in relation to Paris?
The estate is located in Raray, in the Oise, about 50 minutes north of Paris by car, or less than 2 hours from most major cities in Île-de-France.

Is it really an eco-friendly hotel?
It's not a hotel in the traditional sense, but an estate of 25 treehouses, certified with the European Ecolabel since December 2024. This official label attests to compliance with numerous environmental criteria (water, energy, waste, local integration).

Do the cabins offer the same comfort as a hotel?
Yes, each cabin has water, electricity, heating, a bathroom, comfortable bedding, and linens. Most cabins also feature a private Nordic bath for a wellness experience in the heart of the forest.

Is breakfast included in the overnight stay price?
Breakfast is included in the cabin rate. It's delivered in a basket to the foot of your cabin, which you then hoist up with a pulley to enjoy on your terrace or in your cozy retreat.

Are the Cabanes des Grands Chênes suitable for families?
Yes, the family cabins are designed to accommodate up to 6 people, with stair access and safety features adapted for younger guests. It's an ideal alternative to a hotel family room for an authentic adventure in nature.