'to sleep, to sleep, perchance to dream' (Shakespeare/Hamlet)
Welcome!
YXIE - Manoir des Arts is a romantic place to stay and get inspired by art, nature and rich history.
With years of experience in the arts, two artists from the Netherlands have recreated a Manoir that was built in 1835 by a courtesan from Paris.
YXIE is an ideal place for all kinds of cultural activities, located in a small village close to Paris, Fontainebleau and Sens
During your stay in YXIE, your dreams and emotions will come alive.
dreaming of happiness
Rooms & Suites
Each room has its own theme based on an art form. The room 'Romeo & Juliette' (theatre), 'Suite la Mer (music), Chambre 'Yves' (visual arts) and Suite Camus (literature).
sanne kat
3 years ago
YXIE-manoir des arts is a beautiful house imbued with art. Our room was very attractively decorated. The colours, the wooden floors, the unique objects, everything breathes France. When you walk through the house you will see paintings, photos and other art objects everywhere, collected with care. You will also find a nice collection of art books that you can browse through. The garden behind the house is beautiful and here you can really relax. All in all a beautiful location. During the day we visited Fontainebleau, a half-hour drive from the house. This is definitely recommended!
Gilbert Grape
3 years ago
This is a really elegant place to stay. Our long holiday in Europe had too many plastic hotels and apartments and so the Manior des Arts was a very welcome break in every sense
Chris Tackaberry
3 years ago
An absolute gem. Beautiful, quiet, delightful host and charming building lovelingly renovated by the owner. Highly recommended
Julia Verstegen
3 years ago
We had a fantastic stay here! Kees and Moos are a very good host and hostess. The rooms are authentically furnished, attractive, beautiful, very clean and you really feel like you are in a different world. Exactly what you hope for when you go on vacation. We were looking for a special place to retreat and we succeeded here. The rooms do not have a television (something we really appreciate because it is charming) but they do have excellent WiFi! The breakfast is really delicious! Freshly boiled eggs, coffee, cappuccino, fresh bread from the bakery and croissants in a beautiful atmospheric breakfast room with attention for the guests. In the evening we drank wine in the garden on the rocking chair. The garden is also beautiful and chickens roam around. Singer Alida sang songs during the tea garden moment on Sunday. Very nice!
We will definitely come here again.
Thanks for all the good care!
We will definitely come here again.
Thanks for all the good care!
Pierre Husson
4 years ago
Good evening
Thank you for your wonderful welcome. We had a great time with you. Everything was wonderful
* you humanly: smile, attention, dynamism, sense of service, ...
* the quality of the premises: cleanliness, dimensions of the rooms, sanitary facilities, ..
* the quality of the catering: evening meal (super good) and breakfasts
Really, a HUGE THANK YOU
All the best
Rock
Thank you for your wonderful welcome. We had a great time with you. Everything was wonderful
* you humanly: smile, attention, dynamism, sense of service, ...
* the quality of the premises: cleanliness, dimensions of the rooms, sanitary facilities, ..
* the quality of the catering: evening meal (super good) and breakfasts
Really, a HUGE THANK YOU
All the best
Rock
Rianne Hogeveen
4 years ago
We went on a study trip with 21 students with the Artist Theater course of the Friesland College. We had a fantastic week with a diverse and well thought-out program around theatre, music and visual arts. Moos and Kees are very hospitable, we were warmly welcomed and the chateau is a beautiful place. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the breakfast was superb. From Villeblevin, a trip to Paris is done in no time. In short: we would like to come back next year!
Willemijn de Jonge
4 years ago
The stay at YXIE - manoir des arts is indescribable. You have to experience it, experience it, experience it. What a beautiful place, in a beautiful setting with the tastiest breakfasts. Lieve Kees and Moos are fantastic people who take good care of everything and think about every detail. A place to return to soon, and it will! The place, the rooms and the atmosphere are so cinematic that we decided to shoot a short film there this summer. I look forward.
Willemijn the Younger
Willemijn the Younger
Marvin Kuiper
4 years ago
Kees and Moos are very cordial people who ensure that you as a guest will not be short of anything. The rooms are all furnished in the grandeur of yesteryear, matching the chateau, so that you can literally sleep like a king. Definitely recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy the French countryside and/or stay a short distance from Paris.
Maria T
4 years ago
Beautiful place in a cute little village. The hosts were super friendly and accomodating. Clean, atmospheric and warm.
A van Eijk
4 years ago
A very beautiful historic country house in the center of Villeblevin, with a wonderful garden as a surprise. We had a nice and spacious room and the breakfast was delicious. We would love to come back here!
Empowering the Next Generation of Artist-Storytellers
Witness the transformation of talent into mastery. The Paris Performance Experience is an intensive incubator set in the historic French château of Chaumont-sur-Yonne. This unique program brings together young artists from across the globe to bridge the gap between student and professional through music, dance, and theatre.
From classical and jazz to pop and gospel, we celebrate authenticity and versatility in every voice.
Join us for this extraordinary journey:
* July 18–29, 2026: Experience daily intimate concerts in the serene atmosphere of Chaumont-sur-Yonne.
* July 30, 2026: The Grand Final Performance at the iconic Fox Theatre in Paris.
Be part of a life-changing journey of artistic discovery. Come and support the future stars of the stage.
Admission is free for all performances!
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YXIE – Manoir des Arts & YXIE Academy
Programme du Festival The Paris Performance Experience – Juillet 2026
Samedi 18 juillet , 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Concert d’ouverture
Dimanche 19 juillet , 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Chant en français
Avec le coaching du Professeur Stephen Salters
Lundi 20 juillet, 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Air d’opéra et mélodies classiques
Mardi 21 juillet, 20h Le Château Chaumont
Théâtre
Mercredi 22 juillet, 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Concert Jazz
Curatée par le Dr. Guthrie Ramsey, avec le The Paris Performance Experience Vocal Jazz Ensemble dirigé par le Dr. Steven Cunningham – Arrangements originaux
Jeudi 23 juillet, 20h le Château Chaumont
Danse, The Paris Performance Experience Dance Ensemble, dirigé par Sarah Weber Gallo et Ariyan Johnson
Lundi 27 juillet, 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Concert Gospel
Dirigé par Rév. Lisa Clayton, avec Mme Patryce Bryant et le The Paris Performance Experience Gospel Choir
Mardi 28 juillet, 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Concert CCM
Dirigé par Dr. Tiffany R. Jackson, avec des instrumentistes de pop française
Mercredi 29 juillet, 13h30–15h et 15h30–17h
Résidence et masterclass avec Avery Wilson
Mercredi 29 juillet, 20h – l’Église sur Yonne
Concert curaté par Avery Wilson
Jeudi 30 juillet, 19h – Le Théâtre du Renard (Paris)
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