Catherine Deneuve lived at the renowned Domaine de Primard for nearly 35 years. This tranquil haven, situated between Dreux and Giverny, is now an exceptional five-star hotel. Roughly 75 minutes from Paris, this estate features expansive green spaces imagined by the legendary landscape designer Jacques Wirtz. To stay at this iconic property, guests encounter a wide range of prices, with a single night reaching as high as €680.
Pricing fluctuates with the booking calendar
The property’s booking system shows pronounced price swings. For example, a night on October 13 starts at €290. Just a few days later, on October 16, the bill climbs to €650. November also presents substantial gaps: €408 on November 5 rising to €510 on November 20. These variations reflect demand and the calendar.
One thing is certain: guests enjoy a level of comfort and refinement that offers tremendous value. The Garden Luxury Room or Garden Suite provide full, well-appointed accommodations. Expect a king-size bed, a bathroom with a shower or a tub, welcome treatments by Susanne Kaufmann, a hair dryer, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a safe. The minibar includes coffee, tea, and non-alcoholic beverages at no extra charge. Pets are welcome with a dedicated welcome experience.
The estate is ripe with activities for all audiences. Visitors can access the dining room, other eating spaces, and the bar. Breakfast and the Chef’s afternoon snacks delight the palate. An outdoor heated pool, a spa with a sauna, a steam room, and a traditional Japanese bath offer a soothing wellness interlude. Beauty treatments round out this pampering program. The fitness center supplies yoga mats for workouts. The grounds also host a tennis court, a padel court, and a pétanque court.
The park’s gardens house a rose garden and a permaculture vegetable garden. Strollers can meet the Domaine’s animals or embark on bicycle excursions. A boat glides across the lake for bucolic moments. Reading decks and board games fill leisurely afternoons. For families, a playground area features children’s skincare products from Minois. In sum, the Domaine marries the history of a cinema icon with the prestige of upscale hospitality.
