Repère Sauvage
Countryside biophilic retreat with a design-forward sensibility. Elegant but unpretentious. Family-friendly without being a theme park. The manor feels like a very good friend's country house; the lodges feel genuinely immersed in the forest.
Lodge guests on Mondays and Tuesdays can still get restaurant-prepared jars/meals — non-guests can't dine those nights
Why It Matters
A genuinely new concept in French rural hospitality: the estate combines a historically significant site (a listed Renaissance gate), thoughtfully designed eco-lodges insulated with local straw, a bistronomic restaurant committed to hyper-local sourcing, and a cultural programming calendar that brings in locals as much as overnight guests. The 42 hectares of forest, meadows, and pond are essentially part of the amenity offering.
Repère Sauvage is the project of two women — Caroline Costagliola Condy and Capucine Châtelier — who took a 19th-century hunting lodge sitting beside the listed Renaissance gate of Fort Girard (once César de Vendôme's stronghold) and turned it into something the French countryside was badly missing: a 42-hectare estate with a proper bistronomic restaurant, 16 manor rooms, 20 eco-designed forest lodges, a kids' club, a pond, a seasonal pool, and a mini farm. It opened in spring 2025 and is already drawing both Parisians (it's 40–45 minutes from Paris by TGV to Vendôme) and locals who come just for the restaurant. The vibe is nature-first but far from rough — think soft curves, natural color palettes, vintage finds, and La Bottega toiletries with a custom fragrance.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Double Room (Manor)
At 20 m², the double rooms look out over the park or pond. Open to nature, bright, and decorated with soft colors and vintage objects. Available with either a double or twin configuration. No A/C, fan only — worth noting in summer.
One 180x200 cm or 160x190 cm bed · 20 sqmFamily Room (Manor)
The connecting family configuration in the manor. Designed for families who want the manor experience with space for children. Baby equipment (crib, high chair, bathtub) available on request for eligible room types.
Privilege Room (Manor)
The best room in the manor and the only one with its own private terrace. At 25 m², it overlooks the estate's park. Bathtub (not just a shower). A genuine hideaway — ideal for a special occasion or anyone who simply wants a bit more.
One 180x200 cm bed · 25 sqmSingle Room (Manor)
The smallest room in the manor, 14 m², with a forest view. Compact but well-considered — designed for solo travelers or business stopovers. Soft, cozy atmosphere with books and vintage finds. Fan-ventilated; no air conditioning.
One 140x200 cm bed · 14 sqmWild House DUO (Lodge)
One of 20 eco-designed forest lodges built by JAAMS design studio and insulated with local straw. At 20 m², the DUO is made for couples or solo guests who want full immersion in the woods. A large terrace is where you'll spend most of your time. Anti-visitation solar films on the glass give genuine privacy. Fridge and sink for self-catering; the restaurant is also on-site if you don't want to cook. Lodges from €300/night.
King size bed · 20 sqmWild House TRIBU (Lodge)
The family-sized wild house at 40 m², sleeping up to 4–5 people across two bedrooms. One has a king-size bed; the other has a bunk bed plus trundle. Fully equipped kitchen means you can be genuinely self-contained. A big terrace faces the woods. Baby equipment available on request. This is the lodge for families who want seclusion without sacrificing comfort.
King size bed + bunk bed with trundle · 40 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Canoeing available on the estate pond.
Regular cheese tasting sessions and direct cheese sales from local producers.
Oenology and wine discovery workshops. Loire Valley wines are the focus.
Occasional circus skill workshops as part of the cultural programming.
Participatory improvisational theater evenings hosted at the estate, open to both hotel guests and the local community.
Rotating photography exhibitions open to guests and locals alike, as part of the estate's cultural programming calendar.
Fishing in the on-site pond.
Self-guided hiking across the 42-hectare estate, including 30 hectares of forest trails and circuits around the pond. Educational nature trails around the mini farm and lake.
Complimentary bike loans available, including a baby-carrier bike. The estate holds the Accueil Vélo label, guaranteeing proximity to a marked cycling route within 5 km.
A bespoke kids' club designed by Margot (Bas les Murs), a Montessori-trained nature educator, with artistic facilitators Clara and Lola (MichPocha). Weekly rotating program of musical, artistic, sporting, or culinary activities. Runs Saturdays and during school holidays, 2:30pm–6pm. Snack included.
An on-site mini farm with animals including lambs. Guests and children can interact with the animals — bottle-feeding is possible. A firm favourite with younger guests.
Regular Thursday evening events at the estate featuring live music, artist talks, or themed evenings. Open to hotel guests and the local public.
Workshops introducing families and children to vegetable-based painting and making natural/healthy cosmetics. Part of the estate's nature-education ethos.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting room available for professional events, seminars, press launches, and photo shoots. Contact charlotte@repere-sauvage.com for privatization inquiries.
Free loan of baby crib, high chair, and bathtub. Available exclusively for guests in Superior rooms and TRIBU lodges.
On-site bar in the manor, open to guests and visitors.
42 hectares of estate grounds including 30 hectares of forest, a pond, meadows, and wildlife.
Gift cards available for purchase directly on the official website.
Animals accepted at the property (charges may apply).
Heated outdoor pool open during the season, positioned with a view of the pond. Sun loungers and pool umbrellas available.
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