RIVE, HOSPITALITY HOME IN THE FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE

mastic lifestyle
Jan 12
3 min read

View of RIVE, the rental house in Normand

In 2026, the ideal country house is no longer a cliché of rustic charm or folklore. It is meant to be lived in, admired, and experienced, combining modern comfort with the warmth of authentic living spaces. This is exactly what RIVE offers, Side House’s first Hotel House, born from the vision of Iconic House. Opened in December on the banks of the Seine, just over an hour from Paris, this 19th-century bourgeois residence embodies a reimagined countryside: simple, welcoming, functional, with a carefully curated aesthetic and spaces designed for today’s way of living.

View of RIVE's lobby, the rental house in Normand

RIVE is as much to be experienced as it is to be admired. The house reflects contemporary taste and the new chic of the countryside: elegant without ostentation, comfortable without excess, modern without compromising the spirit of the place. Volumes, light, circulation, and perspectives create a natural harmony, where every space is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Ressources paints, Métaphores fabrics, and vintage Selency furniture flow throughout the house, weaving a subtle, coherent decorative thread. Each room tells its own story while contributing to a fluid, living whole.

RIVE's lounge, the rental house in Normand

RIVE's kitchen, the rental house in Normandy

The kitchen is open and welcoming, designed for shared meals, impromptu coffees, or relaxed collective moments that unfold naturally. The living room is cozy, a place to read, converse, or gather in front of the large fireplace. The communal areas accommodate multiple activities at once: lively conversations, quiet pauses, and spontaneous moments.

RIVE's playroom, the rental house in Normandy

" THE HOTEL HOUSE: A NEW STANDARD FOR MODERN GETAWAYS. "

RIVE's bathroom, the rental house in Normandy

The seven en-suite bedrooms continue this approach: Bonsoirs linens, soft lighting, carefully selected paints and fabrics, and vintage furniture all contribute to cozy, refined atmospheres. Each suite offers privacy and comfort while remaining connected to the collective life of the house. Refyld toiletries are provided in every room, ensuring complete comfort and a thoughtful sensory experience. Here, guests can rest, recharge, and prepare for shared moments in the communal spaces.

Designed for both focus and productivity, RIVE features a fully equipped, modular meeting room suited to off-sites, seminars, and remote working sessions. Leisure is equally considered, with a private cinema and a gaming area, while a dedicated children’s space provides a safe and stimulating environment to play and explore. All these functions coexist seamlessly within the architecture and interior design, ensuring the house remains refined, balanced, and welcoming at all times.

RIVE's meeting room, the rental house in Normandy

The house extends naturally into its surroundings: an 18-meter swimming pool, sauna, cold plunge, and a dock on the Seine invite guests to slow down and enjoy the scenery. The terraces and garden provide varied perspectives and viewpoints on the architecture and the surrounding nature. Every moment here is designed to be both lived and admired, in a perfect balance of aesthetics and comfort.

RIVE's garden, the rental house in Normandy

This first address lays the foundation for a collection that reimagines the countryside. The journey continues with two upcoming houses, on the Basque Coast and in the Northern Alps, each rooted in its territory and committed to the same standards of comfort, conviviality, and shared living.