Just a few minutes from Versailles, the Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant Le Corot invites you to enjoy a refined culinary getaway in a peaceful, bucolic setting. Located in Ville-d'Avray, this exceptional place combines art of living, nature and haute cuisine.
Located in Ville-d'Avray, just outside Versailles, Les Étangs de Corot is a site steeped in history and nature. It owes its name to the famous landscape painter Camille Corot, who immortalised these ponds and their landscapes in his paintings in the 19th century. A veritable haven of peace, the ponds offer an unspoilt natural setting where light, reflections on the water and lush vegetation combine to create an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and contemplation.
Ville-d'Avray itself is renowned for its rich natural heritage, with forests and green spaces that have long inspired artists and writers. The setting of Les Étangs de Corot is a perfect blend of art and nature, in an environment of great serenity, just a five-minute drive from the Château de Versailles.
This commune in the Hauts-de-Seine department, bordering Versailles, enjoys an exceptional environment. In addition to the ponds that form its heart, Ville-d'Avray has managed to preserve its green spaces and village identity in the heart of the Paris urban area.
Ville-d'Avray is also a place of culture, where history and modernity meet. This cultural and natural heritage gives Les Étangs de Corot an added soul, and today it is home to an exceptional hotel and gourmet restaurant: Le Corot, a Michelin-starred restaurant just a few minutes from Versailles.
The restaurant Le Corot, located in Les Étangs de Corot, is run by chef Rémi Chambard. The grandson of a farmer, his approach is based on making the most of local and seasonal produce, while innovating with contemporary combinations and presentations. His cuisine stands out for its elegance, precision and subtle balance between classic flavours and daring touches.
Rémi joined some of the finest establishments on the west coast, including the Hôtel du Palais in Biarritz, where he worked alongside Jean-Marie Gautier, a Michelin-starred chef and Meilleur Ouvrier de France. There he perfected his art of sauces.
In 2012, after a spell with Nicolas Masse (2 Michelin stars), he took charge of the kitchens at the Étangs de Corot hotel in the Paris region, which became his new territory. Two years later, his gourmet restaurant Le Corot was awarded a Michelin star.
Le Corot's menus reflect the richness of the Ile-de-France region, with ingredients sourced from rigorously selected local producers. The chef works with local producers such as market gardeners and livestock farmers, and favours short distribution channels to guarantee freshness and quality. As a tribute to the richness of the Ile-de-France region, the titles of each stage of the menus take the name of an Ile-de-France town, where the main ingredient of the dish comes from.
Each season brings its own inspiration: crisp spring vegetables, freshwater fish in summer, game and mushrooms in autumn, warm and racy dishes in winter. The menu is a veritable tour of the Ile de France, surprising and delighting even the most demanding palates. The restaurant's signature dishes combine traditional know-how and creativity.
The wine list at Le Corot accurately reflects the exacting standards and philosophy of chef Rémi Chambard. Developed in close collaboration with the passionate head sommelier, Adrien Rossi, it accompanies the gourmet cuisine with precision, balance and finesse. Each wine has been selected for its ability to reveal the most subtle food and wine pairings, in harmony with the flavours of the Ile-de-France region.
The cellar, rich in prestigious vintages and confidential discoveries, honours the great French appellations while promoting independent winegrowers. Wine lovers will find both rare vintages and nuggets from respectful viticulture. For wine lovers, the ‘Table du sommelier’ experience is the perfect way to spend an unforgettable evening. In the intimacy of a confidential space, just a few steps from our cellar, let our Head Sommelier guide you on an extraordinary sensory journey. Each dish devised by Chef Rémi Chambard showcases the finest products, sublimated by prestigious combinations chosen with precision. Whether it's lunch on the terrace or a Michelin-starred tasting menu, the perfect match is carefully selected to create a complete gastronomic experience in one of the most elegant restaurants in Versailles and the surrounding area.
A complete dining experience: setting, service and atmosphere at Les Étangs de Corot
Eating at the Etangs de Corot restaurants also means enjoying an immersive experience in an exceptional setting. Le Corot offers several areas, including a bright main dining room with an open kitchen where customers can watch the chef and his brigade in action. In fine weather, the bistro Le Café des Artistes has a pretty terrace, ideal for enjoying the milder weather.
The ambience is elegant yet relaxed, with a decor that plays on the closeness to nature: light wood, soft tones, touches of greenery. The spectacle of the surrounding ponds and gardens completes the experience, creating a sense of calm and well-being.
This unique natural setting is a real highlight for those looking for a timeless break, just a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of Versailles.
Reception and service are also an integral part of the dining experience at Les Étangs de Corot. The team, trained to Relais & Châteaux standards, is attentive to detail, professional and friendly.
The staff can advise customers on their choice of dishes and wine pairings, while remaining discreet. The aim is to make each meal a unique experience, tailored to the specific wishes and needs of the guests, whether it's a business meal, a romantic evening or a family celebration.
Le Corot restaurant and the entire estate are ideal for organising private or business events in a refined, natural setting. Whether it's an intimate wedding, a business lunch, a family reception or a confidential seminar, the venue offers tailor-made services to meet the most demanding requirements.
Thanks to a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, you can plan a unique event at Les Etangs de Corot, combining fine cuisine, a bucolic setting and exceptional service. The dedicated team will be there every step of the way, from menu selection to coordination on the big day. Located just a few minutes from Versailles, our restaurants are the ideal address for organising a large-scale event, in a peaceful setting far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Choosing Le Corot for a special occasion near Versailles means offering your guests a memorable experience in a magnificent establishment surrounded by nature.
Since 2022, Les Étangs de Corot has been part of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection, a world-renowned label for exceptional hotels and restaurants. Founded in 1954, Relais & Châteaux is synonymous with excellence, heritage, respect for the terroir and unique experiences.
The label makes a point of promoting authentic cuisine, often rooted in local traditions, while encouraging the innovation and creativity of its chefs. This commitment is reflected in the Michelin-starred Le Corot gourmet restaurant, where Chef Rémi Chambard cooks exclusively in the Paris region. Beyond gastronomy, Relais & Châteaux values personalised welcome, comfortable accommodation and harmonious integration into the natural or cultural environment.
For Les Étangs de Corot, membership of Relais & Châteaux is recognition of their commitment to uncompromising quality. This means high standards in product selection, culinary expertise and service.
The label is also a driving force in preserving the identity of the site, its history and its natural environment. Les Étangs de Corot offers an experience that combines discreet luxury, authenticity and respect for nature, perfectly in line with the Relais & Châteaux philosophy.
Versailles is world-famous for its château, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and for its French gardens of unrivalled splendour. Every year, millions of visitors flock to discover this jewel of French history and art.
But Versailles is also a lively town, with a rich cultural and gastronomic fabric. With its markets, historic cafés and Michelin-starred restaurants, the town offers a wide range of flavours and culinary experiences. Its proximity to Paris adds to the diversity of its gastronomic offerings.
A city of art and history, Versailles attracts visitors from all over the world every year. But beyond its architectural heritage, the region also offers a veritable voyage of taste. For food lovers in search of authenticity and refinement, L'hôtel des Étangs de Corot is a must. Located just a few kilometres from the historic town centre, Le Corot gourmet restaurant extends your cultural exploration with an exceptional culinary experience.
Set in peaceful surroundings, far from the hustle and bustle of the tourist trade, Le Corot offers an elegant alternative to the restaurants in Versailles town centre. It's a confidential address, ideal for rounding off a day of discovery with a gourmet experience, in a place where nature, history and haute cuisine come together in harmony.
For visitors to Versailles, the restaurants of the Étangs de Corot are an ideal place to extend the day with a refined meal in a calm, leafy setting. After a visit to the château or a stroll in the gardens, a visit to Les Étangs de Corot is the perfect way to move on from an intense cultural experience to a moment of relaxation and gastronomic pleasure.
This journey between historical heritage and culinary excellence is the very embodiment of the French art of living, combining beauty, history and taste.
Le Corot restaurant is open from Wednesday to Saturday. We strongly recommend that you book in advance, especially during busy periods such as weekends and public holidays. Reservations can be made directly on the official Étangs de Corot website or by telephone on +33 (0)1 41 15 37 00.
Located in Ville-d'Avray, the site is easily accessible by car from Versailles in around 5 minutes, or from Paris in fifteen minutes depending on traffic. A secure private pay car park is available for guests' convenience.
For those who prefer public transport, the nearest station is Sèvres-Ville-d'Avray, with regular connections to Paris and Versailles.
In addition to the gourmet restaurant, Les Étangs de Corot has 42 rooms and suites to extend the experience, as well as several other options to vary the pleasures:
The hotel also has a spa, Les Bains de Corot, where guests can enjoy wellness treatments from Kos and Phytomer, with a view over the ponds, to complete their stay and relax to the full. Three private outdoor jacuzzis complete the offer.
Although located in Ville-d'Avray, just outside Versailles, the restaurant Le Corot des Étangs de Corot offers an exceptional gastronomic experience worthy of the region's finest restaurants. Its enchanting setting, the creativity of chef Rémi Chambard, and impeccable service make this address a must for all lovers of gastronomy and special moments.
For a culinary getaway that combines nature, history and refinement, Les Étangs de Corot is the perfect choice near Versailles.
