We turned off the Route de Rouen, down a narrow lane with a sharp left-hand bend and across a small bridge onto a tiny private island formed by two tributaries of the River Risle. Then an unexpected discovery revealed itself: exquisite gardens on either side of a gravel driveway and the ivy-covered façade of a stately mansion, This was the start of our Belle Isle sur Risle experience. A hidden four-star place of luxury, taste and first class leisure activities.
Located on a splendid river island, the four-star Belle Isle sur Risle is an elegant art-deco mansion. In the heart of a park designed by the renowned landscaper, Edouard André, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of centuries old trees, and the Risle river flowing past.
The rooms are found in a stunning Belle Epoque building, with the design emulating the hotel’s gorgeous architecture. Featuring elegant furniture, with fine period décor that is complemented by a marbled en-suite bathroom, these rooms are a refined space to relax and unwind. Make sure to make full use of the hotel terrace as well, overlooking the gardens, enjoying a quiet aperitif at dusk, before dressing for dinner in the grand restaurant, or a simple petit dejeuner planning the day ahead.
The rest of the hotel is similarly lavish, and careful planning is necessary to do justice to the options available. Try out both of the hotel’s two pools, one covered and the other outdoors in the park. Then, if you would rather stay with water-based activities, try boating and fishing, If you would like a change, choose between borrowing a horse or a bicycle! When the weather is less pleasant, you can spend time in luxurious sauna or curled up with a good book in one of the opulent lounges.
whole Belle Isle experience will be one of restful comfort. Meticulous attention to detail has been invested in all aspects of the hotel, from the choice of décor and furnishings to the choice of things to interest and please their clientele. Make sure to try the grand restaurant which not only offers sublime delights for the palate, based on seasonal flavours with French traditional recipes, but is also filled with original paintings and antiques.
The rich, mature country park surrounding the hotel.
The superbly comfortable Classic Rooms with their personalised décor.
Having dinner in the gourmet restaurant on a Saturday evening while a pianist tickles the ivories of a stunning white grand piano.
The wide choice of activities on offer: swimming, cycling, boating and much more.
