French Immersion Homestay At Teacher's In Picardie, France + Pool

With Chantal - your French tutor, language buddy & host

€1900 Per Week

  • 15 hours of French lessons with me
  • Private bungalow or my entire house (3 bedrooms)
  • 3 per day (B + L) with active French conversations and a light meal tray in the evening
  • 2 excursions with active French practice and walking with the dogs the other afternoons
  • 1 to 5 guests traveling together
Contact Chantal
Imagine two adjacent traditional French houses, a garden with a large swimming pool and on the side, a student’s bungalow. Conveniently located near Paris, between the towns of Chantilly and Beauvais, French teacher Chantal will welcome you – alone or with your family or friends, there is plenty of room – and tailor a French immersion program to match your specific needs and goals. Improve your French, relax in the pool and visit Paris in the afternoon!

Amenities/Features

Private Bathroom
Wifi
Garden/Yard
Pool
Teaches Adults & Children
Multiple Bedrooms
Public Transportation
Free Parking

Sleeping Arrangements

Student Bungalow
1 queen bed
House Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
House Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
House Bedroom 3
1 single bed

Types of Courses Offered: Conversation, professional French, exam preparations

Teacher Certifications: Master degree in teaching French as second language

Extra Activities/Options: If you like walking, we will hike together and if you like cooking, we will prepare the meals together. I also have 4 bykes, mountain bikes and electric bikes and I propose different routes according to your wish

Meet Chantal - your French tutor, language buddy & host In France

Bonjour, my name is Chantal. Welcome to my home! I am a native French woman – actually, I was born in this house – but I’ve lived for many years in the Netherlands where I taught at the Alliance française (I have a Master degree in teaching French as second language) and at the “Volks University” (University for mature students). Stephane and I will be pleased to welcome you. We are very easy going, we will make sure you feel at ease in our company. We have two dogs: Grignote, a lovely cocker spaniel and “Loustic”, a little devil yorkie. Living here in Mouy (pronounce it “moo-eeh”) is just perfect for us. It’s a very quiet and peaceful town and we are only a few meters from the town center where you can find everything you need: bakeries, supermarkets, shops, banks, restaurants… Out train stop is 40 minutes away from Paris. I really love what I do, I do not consider it like a job but more as a pleasure: that’s why I will include you in my every day life, and take you wherever I go if you like.

Practical Info About Your French Immersion Course Homestay With Chantal

Getting To My House

My house is at a five-minute walk from the train station which goes to Paris in less than 40 minutes.

Car Rental

With plenty of public transportation, restaurants and shops in Mouy, you don’t need to rent a car, although I suggest you do if you want to be more independent and visit all this beautiful region has to offer.

Wifi

There is Wifi throughout the house and students’ bungalow.

Smoking

I don’t smoke and smoking is not allowed inside the house. You may smoke in the garden should you wish to.

Diets

I will be happy to share my family recipes with you, or adapt to any special diet you may have except for vegan which is far too complicated for me. You are welcome to join me in the kitchen (a good way to practice your French).

Pets

Because we already have 2 dogs, I prefer not to welcome any other pets.

Pool

The pool is open, there is no fence around it. Please understand that if you do come with children, it will be your responsibility to watch them carefully.

Typical One Week Program

A typical 1 week (7 days, 6 night) immersion includes but Is not limited to:

  • 3h x 5 days of private lessons – but that is only the formal part of the instruction. I spend as much time as possible with my students, and really share my everyday life with you, so you’ll get a lot of French practice.
  • Your own bungalow located next to our house : a spacious room and a nice bathroom, small kitchen.
  • Full access to our yard and swimming pool
  • Breakfast and lunch with me (unless you’d like to be more independent, it’s up to you). It’s a large “French style” lunch with plenty to eat.
  • You’ll have dinner on your own: you can dig in the left-overs: there is always plenty of food at my house and there are also restaurants in Mouy within walking distance from our house.
  • 2 afternoons a week of cultural/touristic tours with me to discover the region, or activities such as cooking lessons, walk with the dogs (or other sport activities with my companion and I), movie theater with me…  customizable according to your own interests.
  • Pickup and Drop off to CDG airport.
  • Preferred arrival on Sunday, departure on Saturday

For This Program, The Fee For One Person Is 1600 Euros

Additional Immersion Guest

For one additional guest in the bungalow, the price per week is:

  • Euros 500 in half board, without lessons or excursions,
  • Euros 1000 in half board with shared lessons and excursions.

Please do keep in mind that my program is very flexible: I can organise French lessons for everybody or just for one person, take you on less or more excursions, adapt to a shorter or longer stay… Contact me and we’ll discuss options to make the best of your stay with me.

Learn French In France – Your French immersion Program in Mouy, Hauts-de-France

I live in a small town called Mouy, with many shops and restaurants nearby. My house is five minutes walk from the train station which goes to Paris in less than 40 minutes. My house is very close to the gorgeous Chantilly and Pierrefond castles and parks, the towns of Beauvais, Senlis, Compiègne… even Versailles or Giverny with painter’s Monet’s house and garden are possible to visit on a one day program (lesson will be in the car)!

More about Chantal and the region

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Your French Immersion Homestay Accommodations in Mouy, Hauts-de-France

Two Houses: Your Choice!

Two Houses: Your Choice! I live in a gorgeous family residence in Picardie near Paris. There are actually three adjacent houses!

  1. My house which you may rent (2 bedrooms, one bathroom and possible 3rd bedroom with single bed).
  2. The student bungalow by our private pool (one large room, one bathroom).
  3. My Mum’s house, where she lives.

We also enjoy a comfortable and private garden with a very large pool. My immersion students often stay in the bungalow however if you come with your family or friends, you could also rent my whole house and I would move into the bungalow.

The Immersion Students' Bungalow By The Pool

The students’ bungalow has a large room a private bathroom, and a small kitchen. It’s very private, full of light, comfortable and spacious: I’m sure you’ll love it! There is a king size bed, two comfy leather chairs, a TV and wifi. In the bathroom, there is a large shower, a sink and a toilet. The kitchen area is small but functional – anyway, I do most of the cooking in the big house! But it’s nice for students to have a small kitchen for snacks and coffee (there’s a Nespresso machine).

Rent My House

My house has 2 bedrooms (with the possibility of a 3rd one for one person), one open kitchen and dining room area, a living room and one large bathroom. Please contact me for more info and pricing. As you understand, there is plenty of space: between my house, the students’ bungalow, the pool and the garden, we can all hang out and enjoy the privacy of our own house at the same time.


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French Immersion in Mouy, Hauts-de-France


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Reviews (63)

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Alison

I’ve recently returned from a fantastic stay with Chantal who I can wholeheartedly recommend for an immersive French language experience. I haven’t spoken a word of English all week and although I spent all day mixing up my tenses and struggling to find the words I needed at speed, Chantal managed to understand me, gently correct without interrupting the flow of the conversation and speak to me in a way that was extremely clear and easy to understand. With her friendly open nature, we were able to chat about any and all subjects as we drove in the car, walked the dogs or sat around the breakfast table. Where else could you possibly get that level of language exposure, and all while feeling like you were just spending time with a friend? The accommodation was really cosy and great for doing my homework and relaxing in the evening. The meals were delicious and eaten in the good company of Chantal and her very sweet mum Liliane and sometimes her lovely partner Stephane or a couple of friends. Everyone made me very welcome and I’d certainly love to go back again sometime. 

Angela

J’ai récemment passé deux merveilleuses semaines à suivre le programme d’immersion française offert par Chantal chez elle à Mouy.  Même si j’avais de bonnes bases en grammaire française, j’avais encore du mal à parler français.  J’y suis allée pour améliorer ma capacité à converser facilement en français tout en découvrant le mode de vie français. Chantal m’a donné ce que je cherchais.
Chantal, son partenaire Stéphane, et sa mère Liliane m’ont accueilli chaleureusement et m’ont fait sentir comme chez moi. J’ai rapidement adopté une routine quotidienne avec Chantal, qui était très sympa et toujours pleine d’énergie. Chaque matin, nous allions à pied à la boulangerie du coin pour acheter des baguettes et des croissants pour le petit-déjeuner. Après le petit-déjeuner, elle me donnait des leçons formelles sur les domaines de la grammaire qu’elle identifiait comme étant mes points faibles. C’était une enseignante méticuleuse et elle s’assurait de répondre à toutes mes questions. Nous allions ensuite déjeuner à côte, chez sa mère. Le déjeuner était un moment fort de la journée. Chantal, une cusinière formidable, réussissait toujours à nous concocter un repas spécial que nous savourions tranquillement. L’après-midi, nous promenions ses deux chiens, Grignote et Loulou, dans la forêt.  Ensuite, soit nous partions en excursion vers des sites historiques, soit je l’accompagnais dans ses courses. Quand le temps le permettait, j’allais rendre visite à sa mère charmante qui me racontait des histoires de sa jeunesse. J’ai également eu la chance d’être invitée à des événements spéciaux avec ses amis, notamment à une fête de la galette du rois et à une journée entre filles à Amiens.
Au cours de ces diverses activités, j’ai eu de nombreuses occasions de parler français sur divers sujets.  Chantal m’écoutait patiemment parler un français approximatif, corrigeait doucement mes fautes de grammaire et de prononciation, et m’apprenait des idiomes et des mots d’argot utilisés par les Français lorsqu’ils parlent entre amis. Stéphane et Liliane ont également fait leur part en partageant avec moi des mots et des phrases couramment utilisés qui me feraient paraître plus français.
Pendant deux semaines, Chantal m’a fait entrer dans sa famille et son quotidien. Non seulement j’ai fait beaucoup de progrès dans l’amelioration de mon français, mais j’ai aussi pu découvrir le mode de vie à la française. J’ai hâte de revenir bientôt.

Janelle et Randy

An immersion class with Chantal is pretty much the perfect French learning experience.  Chantal simply adopts you into her vibrant life all the while improving your French.  You live and work with Chantal of course but there is so much more.  You meet and interact with Chantal’s mother, Stephane, and of course, the two cutest dogs in all of France<g>. Chantal’s knowledge and experience are vast, so she can seamlessly adapt perfectly to your current needs or interests and target just the right approach.  Her excursions let you see and enjoy the history and beauty of the l’Oise area through Chantal’s eyes and they reinforce aspects of the French you are learning.  The accommodations were fabulous with everything you might need.  To top it all off, Chantal is a marvelous cook (see her website for recipes).  This is by far the perfect way to accelerate your current French abilities and it’s so much fun we can’t wait to return.

 

Margaret

Thank you for the most wonderful stay at your welcoming home. Everything was perfect. I was amazed how you went out of your way to make my stay enjoyable and comfortable.I look forward to my next immersion and this time I will try to pick up some cooking tips !Merci Chantal !

Janet et James

We, my husband James and I had an incredible stay during our French immersion with Chantal !

The structure of the day was a lovely balance, combining both lessons and practical cultural experiences. Breakfast was a treat with fresh bread Chantal thoughtfully pick up every morning, a small touch that perfectly captured the essence of French culture. After breakfast, we would dive into lessons that were engaging and tailored to our levels and needs.

Lunch was another highlight of our days. Not only did we enjoy a delicious full home cooked meal, we even lend a hand in the kitchen which was also a great opportunity to practice our French in a relaxed setting. Not to mention that Chantal has a remarkable gift in the kitchen.  Every meal is effortlessly cooked, perfectly balanced in French flavor and texture ! 

The afternoons were flexible, with time to relax at our own pace.  Or we appreciated the outings we went on together with Chantal, and her lovely families sometimes. Which granted us a fun, and real-world learning. It was great to use French in the local context, Chantal was always encouraging and patient as we practiced.

In the evenings, the town of Mouy has options for some tasty food, and you never felt isolating, if you wanted to venture out by yourself.  We were very lucky to be invited to an amazing party with Chantal. We participated in an informative workshop, with the wine tasting, charcuterie and cheese. The evening was fantastic, and the warm, welcoming music and atmosphere made the experience extremely enjoyable !

We truly felt that this homestay experience was a perfect balance of learning and cultural immersion. Chantal is an exceptional and wonderful teacher !  She not only helps you improve your French, also allows you to live and breathe the language in a natural and typical way.  We earnestly recommend this program to anyone looking for an authentic and enriching way to learn French. 

Thank you Chantal, for an unforgettable and memorable experience !

Janet & James

Myoung-Ock et Young-Nam

This immersion class with Chantal was one of the best experiences of my life.A private lesson with Chantal was priceless with undivided attention.Right after my arrival, classe started the next day. With homeworks and sometimes reports after watching a video or two, I didn’t even feel the jet lag.Every class was fruitful and I learned a lot which I used later in Paris.
During the breakfast and lunch with Chantal, Stephane and Chantal’s mom Lilian
I could not only practice my French but also learn about life in France.  Chantal is also an excellent cook and she makes it look easy and simple, yet very tasty. She enjoys cooking and not a single dish was repeated during my stay for 2 weeks.I was glad to volunteer and help her in the kitchen, another opportunity to learn aboutFrench cooking.
One of the excursions was to Auvers-sur-Oise where Vincent Van Gogh died and is buried along with his brother Theo. I never knew that it was so close to Mouy and how excited I was when I got there and saw the famous church and fields in person!I had to revisit that place one more time when I stayed in Paris after Mouy.

Aside from the French language, this stay opened my eyes to French cuisine and lifestyle.
Definitely I am going back to Mouy not only to improve my French but because I miss all
of Mouy, most of all the lovely family members and adorable Grignote and Lulu.

John

Return 

Pamela

I am back !

Suomi

My second stay of the year 

Murray

J’ai passé six heureux jours avec Chantal et son mari Stéphane à leur maison à Mouy. Chantal est une enseignante perspicace et nous avons couvert beaucoup d’aspects de français, parlé et écrit. Elle est une cuisinière excellente et les déjeuners étaient délicieux.  Le seul problème était que les déjeuners ont précipité un degré de réticence d’étudier pendant l’après-midi! En plus il y avait beaucoup de temps de se détendre dans le studio très confortable (la piscine était très bienvenue) et les promenades avec Grignotte et LuLu (les chiens de la famille) étaient une autre occasion de parler en français et d’éprouver les beaux paysages par Mouy. Je recommande sans réserve un séjour à Mouy avec Chantal et sa famille.C’est une façon garanti d’améliorer son français et de s’amuser en même temps. J’attends avec impatience de refaire l’expérience dans l’avenir!

Allison

My third stay. Looking forward for next year 

Pamela

I don’t count anymore how many returns ! At least 6 weeks per year !

Adrienne

Don’t hesitate! All of Chantal’s reviews matched my experience with her exactly! And the fact the she has many many many students who return several times a year speaks volumes. There are not a lot of language vacation/ adult immersion programs in someone’s own home to choose from, but even so it was mind-boggling for me to try and decipher between them. It’s almost as if you have to read between the lines. I am going to point out a few things that set her apart.

-Many instructors aren’t able to offer separate accommodations, or if they do, the fees are a bit much for what you get. But Chantal has a separate bungalow for her students which allows you some privacy and quiet time. Napping or studying in the garden next to the pool was a big plus! Plus, the bungalow is spick and span clean!

-Mouy is extremely accessible. You simply fly in to Paris and it’s a quick ride to Chantal’s. No need to take a domestic flight or a 3 hour train ride to another part of France.

-I went with Chantal to several of her appointments (dentist, esthetician) and it was a good learning experience to be a part these interactions. It built up my confidence.

-I liked that she was a good and easy-going conversationalist and we chit-chatted about all kinds of things during our walks or in the kitchen. One learns the flow and rhythm of the language in this way.

-The atmosphere chez Chantal is incredibly warm, jovial and casual. It really was like staying with close friends or family. Even when I lost patience with myself, Chantal, Stephan and her mother remained patient and encouraging. Although they respect their language, they are not stuck up about it nor impatient with students they and really made me feel that I was capable of improving.

I’ll be returning next year and I’m looking forward to it! Especially the spa day that we have planned!

Gigi

After only a week with Chantal, I found that I was much better able to communicate with others in my subsequent encounters in Paris and elsewhere. It was partly because my grammar had improved and my vocabulary increased, but it was also because I had a clearer understanding of where the gaps in my proficiency lay. I knew to prepare for these difficulties, and I also had the confidence to do my best, knowing that, even if gracelessly, I would be able to convey my meaning.

Chantal was focused and clear from the beginning, catching and lightly correcting my mistakes while keeping the flow of conversation going. Later, in the context of morning lessons, she addressed in greater depth the types of mistakes I was making, giving a context and explanation for the new words and skills that it would help me to master. She quickly realized that my capabilities were spotty: I was advanced in some areas and yet made beginner-level mistakes in others. That’s one of the greatest advantages of working one-on-one with her: each of us has their own particular patchwork of strengths and weaknessses, and she’s really skilled at assessing the contours of your particular patch of knowledge—and expanding it where it’s most critical.

I was highly motivated to improve because I found Chantal so engaging. I wanted to converse with her, her lovely mother, and her partner, Stephane. All were welcoming, patient, and encouraging, acting as though it were a most natural thing to have a stranger from 5000 miles (8000 kilometers) away suddenly sharing meals with them, saying things awkwardly, slowly, and at times incoherently.

And the meals—delicious! I looked forward each morning to walking to the bakery with Chantal. In the evenings I was always surprised by the elegant collation she had prepared.

Add to these benefits the many ways in which Chantal shared cultural, political, culinary , and personal insights while cooking, driving, walking Grignote and Loulou, and exploring Chantilly and Senlis. Somehow, Chantal made it all look easy: ce n’est pas la mer à boire. But to me, it seems indeed an ocean. And the caliber of her work, teaching, will be an enduring motivation for me to continue learning.

Suomi

I come each year since 2017. So it’s my seventh stay 

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