The Originals Access, Hôtel La Dousseine, Dreux Nord

Restaurants nearby

• Ruche★ Michelin On the edge of Rambouillet Forest, chef Cybèle, who formerly ran the Table de Cybèle in Boulogne Billancourt, fell in love with this estate dating from 1850 and where she now grows practically everything she cooks according to permaculture methods… Fresh greens thus play a pivotal role, flanked by fermentation techniques and produce from local growers, in deceptively simple, signature cuisine rich in aromatic legible flavours. The bread, butter and yoghurt are all homemade and the wine list is packed in biodynamic and natural vintages. A Scandinavian slant depicts the venue, which also offers 20.8km
• Le Panoramique - Domaine de la Corniche★ Michelin This charming hotel perched on a chalk cliff was originally commissioned in 1908 by King Leopold II of Belgium so that he could entertain his lover, Blanche de Vaughan, but it is now a magnet for foodies. Sourcing local produce is central to the estate’s outlook: scallops from the Bay of the Seine, farm-reared lamb from nearby breeders and fresh fruit and vegetables from local growers. The result is recipes oozing in fresh, crisp, wholesome flavours. When the weather is fine, alfresco dining on the terrace gazing down over the meanders of the Seine is heavenly. On the other side of the street,23.4km
• Le Jardin des Plumes★ Michelin A short walk from Claude Monet's house, this half-timbered Anglo-Norman residence dating back to 1912 extends an invitation to relax and enjoy the good things in life. Normandy-born chef David Gallienne, who earned his stripes at the Manoir du Lys, crafts precise, refined cuisine, with inventive and colourful dishes that feature unorthodox marriages of flavours and carefully crafted textures. He uses a network of local suppliers, but allows himself forays further afield, paying particular attention to the selection of ingredients, eg farmhouse butter and mussels from Mont-Saint-Michel. In addi26.2km
• La GazetteBib This restaurant, which immediately draws the eye with its appealing half-timbered façade, is a tried-and-tested favourite with diners. Originally from Normandy, chef Xavier Buzieux has been turning out generous, accomplished home-style cooking for nearly 30 years, attentive to the seasons and local producers. Its success continues unabated, thanks in no small part to its droves of regulars and warm and friendly atmosphere.28.4km
• Le Vallon de Chérisy The name is a passing nod to an ode composed by Victor Hugo in this very inn back in 1821. The hearty and unapologetically rustic food is inspired by the seasons and showcases local produce, particularly vegetables and aromatic herbs. Save room for the dessert, a warm soufflé, whose flavour varies according to the season.11.5km
• Le Georges★ Michelin Le Grand Monarque, which is home to Le Georges, has withstood the test of time – the hotel’s first mention in the Michelin Guide dates back to 1900! This elegantly appointed establishment is ideally located between Paris and the Loire at a crossroads between the regions of western France. Thomas Parnaud has steadfastly remained true to his mission of shining the spotlight on local producers who respect the environment as he deploys a top-to-tail ethos. Examples include Perche pike with Eure-et-Loir mushrooms and house-made fish garum, or Racan chicken, seasonal endive and kumquat. It would be 45.3km
• La Ferme de la Haute CrémonvilleBib Rediscover the green fields of Normandy, admire the horses at the neighbouring stud farm, dream of country living: this authentic half-timbered farmhouse is so pretty that it will make even the most die-hard city-dweller want to retire to the countryside. Calves, cows, pigs and traditional culinary treats await – truffle ravioli with a wild mushroom cream sauce; caramelised fruit tarte fine; not to mention the beef cooked over a wood fire. No sooner have you left than you're longing to return to these tempting rustic-style dishes.46.5km
• La Musardière Located in the heart of the village, close to Claude Monet's house and the Musée des Impressionnismes Giverny, La Musardière serves a bistronomy lunch menu at Le M and more ambitious dining options in the evening at Révélations. The convivial, contemporary bistro setting is complemented by a pleasant terrace that receives plenty of sun in summer. A number of guestrooms are available, should you wish to extend your stay.26.3km
• À Table ! Chez Éric Léautey A meal at Eric Léautey’s joint is always a pleasure and, as you pause to read the menu in the small porch, your tastebuds will start to tingle in anticipation. The suggestions are deliberately down-to-earth and seasonal, like chunky country pâté en croûte with a meaty dressing and pickles. What’s not to like?27.0km
• Blossom Bistrot From its location on the banks of the Seine, this restaurant overlooks the limestone cliffs of Giverny and the passing barges. A welcoming atmosphere awaits you in a pleasant interior with polished concrete floors, whitewashed walls and vintage bistro furniture. Gabin Rodes, a young chef from Vernon who trained at Éric Guérin's La Mare aux Oiseaux, revisits bistro classics without compromising their character, a case in point being leeks in vinaigrette tweaked with coriander and black garlic. A strong commitment to using local produce means ingredients are sourced from within a 100km radius. T27.1km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.