No, they are optional and can be booked on our website.
Bed sheets : here
Towels : here
No, it must be done by you or booked as an option (at least 48 hours before your arrival) on our website.
Yurt – Cleaning fee: €20
Gîte – Cleaning fee: €50
For the yurts: We do not require a deposit.
For the gîte: If you booked via Booking.com (check "Important Information") or directly on our website (jo-mel), a refundable deposit of €400 is required, to be paid no later than 3 days before your arrival.
You can pay your deposit here.
It will be refunded to your card or via bank transfer within 48 hours after your departure, provided no damage is found and cleaning has been done properly.
We offer a breakfast and meal pack.
Please note: it is not homemade or made with fresh products. The basket is designed for convenience in case of forgotten items or if you're unable to shop (e.g., hikers, cyclists, late arrivals, etc.).
See full details of the breakfast basket here.
We offer the same type of solution for meals – intended as a backup option for hikers or cyclists stopping over.
See full details of the meal basket here.
We recommend bringing your own breakfast and meal essentials.
If you prefer, there are supermarkets, local farmers, and small restaurants nearby.
Cleaning
Bed linen kit : Alternatively, you may bring your own sheets. Please refer to the previous question “How many beds and which sheet kits are needed in each accommodation?” to make sure you bring the right ones.
Baby equipment (travel cot) : On request – contact us!
Change the bag once a day or when it is ¾ full, and bring it with the bucket to the compost area near the parking lot.
We provide biodegradable and compostable bags, toilet paper, and sawdust.
Composting toilets are only used in the yurts and the pond-side tiny house!
Yurt: Composting toilets are located in the sanitary block → private and heated, outside the accommodation.
The gîte is equipped with a standard flushing toilet.
Gîte de France, Yurt, and Tiny House
📍 39 rue de Jouy, 77970 Bannost-Villegagnon, France
Check-in times vary depending on the accommodation:
Yurts of Bannost: Check-in at 2:30 PM, Check-out at 11:00 AM
Gîte of Bannost: Check-in at 3:00 PM, Check-out at 11:00 AM
4 double beds, 1 single bed (up to 9 people)Bringing your own sheets?You'll need: fitted sheet + pillowcase(s) + flat sheet
If not bringing your own sheets or sleeping bags, please add 1 sheet kit per bed used in your booking. If the full gîte is selected, 5 kits are needed (1 per bed).
Towels are not provided – available as an option on the website.
1 double bed (140x190cm) & 2 single beds (90x190cm)Bringing your own sheets?You'll need: fitted sheet + pillowcase(s) + flat sheet
If not bringing your own sheets or sleeping bags, please add 1 sheet kit per bed used. For full occupancy: 3 kits.
Towels not provided – available as an option on the website.
3 double beds (140x190cm) – sleeps 6Bringing your own sheets?You'll need: fitted sheet + pillowcase(s) + flat sheet
1 double bed (140x190cm) & 1 single bed (90x190cm)Bringing your own sheets?You'll need: fitted sheet + pillowcase(s) + flat sheet
If not bringing your own sheets or sleeping bags, please add 1 sheet kit per bed used. For full occupancy: 2 kits.
Yurts: A code for the padlock will be sent to you via SMS or WhatsApp a few days before your arrival.
Gîte: A code for the key box will be sent to you via SMS or WhatsApp a few days before your arrival.
Yurt 6-person: Wood-burning stove in the yurt (firewood, firelighters, and matches provided) + electric heating in the sanitary block
Yurt 4-person: Electric heating in both the yurt and the sanitary block
Gîte: Fully electric heating
Gîte: Filter coffee maker + kettle (no toaster)
Yurts: Filter coffee maker in the heated, private sanitary block (coffee, filters, sugar, and tea included)
You can see the sanitary block in the photos on the accommodation page.
Yurt 4
Microwave
Sink
Filter coffee maker (coffee, filters, sugar, tea included)
2-burner ceramic hob
Small fridge
Complete dishware (plates, cutlery, pans, pots, etc.)
Essentials provided (sponge, dish soap, paper towels, dishcloths)
⚠️ No oven
Yurt 6
Cooking is done in the sanitary block, which is fully equipped:
2-burner gas stove
Mini fridge
Yes, the gîte includes a full kitchen:
Combined oven + microwave unit (microwave-sized)
Kettle
Electric citrus juicer
4-burner induction stove
Fridge with freezer compartment
Complete dishware (plates, cutlery, pans, pots, etc.)Essentials provided (sponge, dish soap, paper towels, dishcloths)
⚠️ No traditional oven, no toaster, no dishwasher
Yes, a shared campfire area is available (firewood provided depending on the season).Each accommodation has a barbecue.
⚠️ Charcoal is not provided – please bring your own if you wish to use the barbecue.
Private space:Each unit has a private terrace with picnic table and personal barbecue.
Yurts: Picnic table + barbecue
Gîte: Two picnic tables, a parasol base (parasol available upon request a few days before arrival – it’s stored to avoid weather damage)
Shared spaces:Garden, children's play area, pétanque court, campfire area
🙏 Please respect the calm atmosphere and spirit of sharing (don’t monopolize shared spaces – and feel free to invite your neighbors for a pétanque match! 😉)
Gîte: Yes – full info is available inside on the wooden info board
Yurts: No Wi-Fi, but strong 4G coverage with all major mobile providers
NO – access is restricted to adults and teens aged 15 and over
Gîte: 3 spaces
Yurt Y4: 1 space
Yurt Y6: 1 space
An additional guest parking space may be possible – please inform us in advance
Tiny House and Tent/Van Pitch
📍Chez Jo et Mel: l'Étang, D49, 77650 Soisy-Bouy, France
Tent/van pitch or pond Tiny House:Check-in: 4:00 PM – Check-out: 1:00 PM
Please respect these times, as they allow us to clean your unique accommodation so you can enjoy a magical stay by our eco-friendly French pond.
1 double bed, 1 single bed (up to 3 guests)
Sheets are optional:You can add them as an option when booking.
If bringing your own, plan for:
1 fitted sheet + 1 pillowcase + 1 flat sheet per bed(Double bed: 140x190cm, Single bed: 90x190cm)
If you're not bringing your own sheets or sleeping bag, please make sure to add 1 sheet kit per bed used when booking.For full occupancy: 2 kits as an option (1 per bed).
Bath towels are also available as an optional extra on the website.
No drinkable running water (please bring bottled water) 🚱
Solar-powered electricity
On foot only, from the parking area at the site entrance.See site map:
Fishing is allowed (catch-and-release only, with bait or rod)
Swimming is not allowed
A rowboat is available for all guests. It’s located at the event space and can be used to explore the pond. Please return and secure it after each use.Children must be supervised by an adult. Use of the boat is your responsibility — do not use it if you can’t swim.
For the pond Tiny House : The padlock and gate code will be sent via SMS or WhatsApp a few days before your arrival.
Tent/Van campers : Arrival info will also be sent by message (SMS/WhatsApp).
Tiny House: Yes, heated with a kerosene stove.
Only Pitch 4 is accessible by car only for van.
⚠️ Be sure to wedge your tires to avoid getting stuck.Wooden planks are available behind the container at the site entrance.
🔦 Flashlight🚰 Drinking water🦟 Mosquito repellent🥾 Closed shoes or boots if it has rained🍗 Charcoal for the BBQ🧊 No fridge: a 15L cooler is provided in the Tiny House – bring your own ice packs and groceries🚿 Solar shower for campers
Only biodegradable soap (provided).
Yes, there are designated fire pits at each pitch.
🔥 Please do not create new fire pits, and empty ashes into the compost zones.🔥 You may collect dead wood from the ground.🚫 Do not cut live trees – this is a protected area.
The Tiny House includes a grill grate to place over the fire pit.
No – only phone chargers can be plugged in.
Power comes from solar energy and depends on the amount of sunlight during the day.
⚠️ On cloudy days, energy may be limited in the evening.
It has an on/off button to power water for washing dishes or using the outdoor shower.Turn it off after each use.
⚠️ This water is not drinkable !!
No, the Tiny House does not have hot water.
Two alternatives:
Heat water in a pot on the gas stove
Use the solar shower located under the Tiny House: fill it with cold water and leave it in the sun on the terrace to warm up.