La Marine
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Overview
Part of an impressive domaine on the Cotentin peninsula, this elegant holiday home is perfectly located for experiencing the vast beaches, authentic gastronomy and important WWII history of this part of Normandy, around a 40-minute drive from Cherbourg’s ferry port.
The story behind La Marine is fascinating. The historic estate, only a short distance from the sea, dates back to the 17th century and was abandoned for many years. When it came to restoring the estate’s buildings back to their former glory, only the façade of La Marine remained and despite researching the archives, no information could be found about the role of this once-beautiful abode. By chance, a postcard was later found which showed a little more detail about how La Marine once looked, so specialist architects were able to reconstitute and sensitively redesign this stunning home.
La Marine now welcomes up to 8 guests across two self-contained apartments, each one with two double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. The first apartment is on the ground floor and is traditional in style with a cosy lounge, wood-beamed ceilings and an intricate fireplace alongside gorgeous bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. By contrast, the second apartment, on the first floor, enjoys more of a contemporary maritime theme with lofty ceilings, many shades of blue and open-plan living.
Each apartment comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests – this set-up could suit two families wishing to holiday together with a little independence or perhaps a multi-generational stay. The back of the house overlooks the architectural brilliance of Manoir Cotentin and the old pigeonnier, Le Cormoran. The old stables connected the manoir, neighbouring Hippocampe, have also been restored – all four dwellings share access to the wonderful grounds.
Sit back and relax in the gardens, admire the summer roses, lavender and ruins of the old château and you may even spot the occasional otter playing in the pond. Enjoy al-fresco meals on your terrace area in front of the house, accompanied by the traditional sound of the church bells next door. This really is a very special place for your holiday in Normandy.
Make the most of the estate’s bikes and cycle to the beach, only 3.5km away with its vast sandy shores and colourful beach houses facing the sea. Heading south, the famous D-Day Landing beach, Utah Beach, and its museum are only 10km away. Also within a short drive, play golf in stunning surroundings, partake in sand-yachting and ride horses along the beach in the height of the summer.
Dine out in one of the lovely restaurants specialising in seafood in Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue, take the amphibious boat across to Tatihou Island, try seasonal moules-frites in the charming town of Barfleur and spend the day in the maritime city of Cherbourg. Not to mention a wealth of WWII memorials, bunkers and other important historic sites waiting to be explored across this area.
Further afield, visit Bayeux and other iconic D-Day Landing beaches, soak up the summer ambience of Blainville-sur-Mer or Granville and venture as far as Mont Saint-Michel, one of France’s most popular tourist destinations only a 90-minute drive from your beautiful home.
What you should know…
- La Marine is split into two self-contained apartments – each one for four guests with two en suite bedrooms, a lounge area and kitchen. Please see the ‘Layout’ tab for details.
- When staying at La Marine, you share the beautiful gardens/grounds with guests from the three neighbouring rentals, Manoir Cotentin (8 guests), Le Cormoran (2 guests) and Hippocampe (6 guests).
- The full estate can also be rented exclusively - please see Domaine de l’Église.
- As is often traditional in France, the village church bells next to the estate ring at 7.00 a.m. and 10.00 p.m. (and every half hour in between for a shorter period).
- Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager.
Property Features
La Marine Interiors
Ground Floor Apartment (100m2)
- Living room and fireplace
- Dining area
- Kitchen, well-equipped
- WC
- 2 x bedrooms with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom
First Floor Apartment (100m2, some sloping ceilings)
- Open-plan lounge
- Open-plan kitchen and high table with seats
- Bedroom with queen-size double bed (160x200cm) and en suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size double bed (180x200cm) and en suite bathroom
Outside Grounds
- Terrace area in front of house
- Barbecue
- Bikes
- Shared access to parkland/estate with stone ruins, gardens, pond/canal with rowing boat
- Parking (near entrance of estate, a short walk)
Location
About the surrounding area of La MarineLa Marine is part of a beautiful domaine on the Cotentin peninsula, around 48km from Cherbourg’s ferry terminal. The estate is also home to Manoir Cotentin, Le Cormoran and Hippocampe. Bikes are available and you can reach the coast in only 3.5km.
Right next to the estate is a traditional church with bells ringing from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. (and every half hour in between for a shorter time). Just five minutes on foot is a small village with a restaurant and shop whilst there is another restaurant on the other side of the village (as always, seasonal opening dates can vary). The village also has a tennis court, mini-golf and a small playground.
Pass farmland, marshes and waterways as you cycle or drive along the country road to the sea, around 3.5km away. There’s another French restaurant here and you may be lucky enough to see a kiosk selling fresh oysters overlooking the English channel. Take long walks along the sandy beach, paddle or swim in the waves at high tide and breathe in the fresh sea air as kids let off steam at the little playground. The colourful beach houses facing the sea are especially charming.
This region played a very important role in WWII and there are several war memorials and sites scattered across the neighbourhood, coastline and beyond. Plage de Quinéville (9km) is home to the World War II Museum whilst Utah Beach Landing Museum (10km) is also a short drive away. Slightly inland, Sainte-Mère-Église (6.5km) was one of the first villages to be liberated by Allied forces. There’s a lovely market in the village on a Thursday morning (and in Valognes, 18km away, on a Friday) and you can pick up sweet treats at the charming Biscuiterie de Sainte-Mère-Église.
Heading north along the coast, Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue (20km) is a picturesque spot for lunch with its attractive marina and seafood restaurants lining the port. Walk off your meal by wandering to the Vauban Tower (a UNESCO World Heritage site) around 2km south of the village or hop on the amphibious boat at low tide that takes you across to another Vauban Tower on Tatihou Island. Barfleur (27km) is also a lovely place for lunch – when in season, try moules-frites with freshly harvested mussels from the English channels.
Other great days out include the maritime city of Cherbourg (48km), the seaside town of Granville (85km), historic Bayeux (62km) and other famous D-Day Landing beaches including Omaha (52km) and Arromanches-les-Bains (71km).
Further afield, La Côte Fleurie awaits with Belle Époque seaside resorts such as Cabourg (124km) and Deauville (124km), or venture south-west towards Mont Saint-Michel (141km), one of France’s most visited tourist destinations.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Ferry Port |
Cherbourg
(48km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Carentant
(20km) |
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| Nearest Airport |
Rennes Bretagne Airport/Paris CDG Airport
(210km/344km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Very small village
(Short walk ) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
In village - seasonal opening
(Within 1km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
(3.5km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Just outside Sainte-Mère-Église
(7.5km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Valognes
(18km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf Utah Beach
(7km) |
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Region
History and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in Normandy, making it a great choice if culture and fine dining are what you’re looking for in a holiday! There’s still plenty on offer besides the food and tales of yesteryear, however – you can take a tour around some of the beautiful inland towns and villages or head to the coast, where you’ll find a mixture of wide sandy beaches and rugged, romantic cliffs. If you’re not already convinced to head to one of our villas in Normandy (or maybe if you’ve already booked) you’ll find a wealth of great things to do, see and eat in our ultimate Normandy travel guide!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFamilies are welcome at the domaine and a cot and highchair can be requested. With two 2-bedroom self-contained apartments (one on the ground floor, one on the first floor), La Marine's set-up could suit two small families travelling together or a multi-generational stay.
This is a wonderful part of Normandy for families with its history, pretty villages and vast beaches. The nearest beach is 3.5km away, perfect for paddling or swimming at hightide (do note there are no life guards) and there is a small playground facing the sea. Even closer, the local village has a tennis court, mini-golf and a little play area.
It is such an important region for WWII history with several sites and memorials along the coastline and countryside. The Utah Beach Landing Museum and the World War II Museum are both within 10km.
There is summer horse-riding along the beach within a short drive as well as pony rides, sand-yachting and local tennis courts. A little further afield, discover the tree-top adventure centre at Saint-Sauveur-le-Vicomte.
Another fun trip out is a boat ride on an amphibious vehicle from Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue to Tatihou Island where you can admire one of the two Vauban Towers (the other one is just south of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue), both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Kid-friendly museum
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Water excursions/Boat trips
- Forest park/High-rope course
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Village
- Watersports
- Tennis Nearby
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Bicycles Provided
Services Available
- Breakfast Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Breakfast Available
- Maid Service Available
- Meal Ordering Service Available
- Massage Services Available
- Yoga Services Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Extras available at this property (payable locally):
- Maid service
- Breakfast delivery
- Meal ordering
- Yoga
- Massage services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. Later check-out may be possible on a Sunday - please enquire. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1500 charged to client’s credit card as a pre-authorisation one month before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4.00 p.m. |
| Departure time | 11.00 a.m. Later check-out may be possible on a Sunday - please enquire. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, standard changeover clean included. Guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Changeover day | Any day except Sunday. |
| Minimum stay | 2 nights. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
| Tax | French Visitors Tax is included. |
| Pets welcome? | Dogs welcome on request only and with prior agreement with the owner. If accepted, a pet supplement of €20 per pet per stay will apply (payable locally). |
| Smoking Allowed? | Not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note that your booking will only be confirmed once we have checked availability with the owner or their property manager. |
| Other Ts and Cs | A cot and highchair are available on request. |
| Other Ts and Cs | Weddings are on request only and subject to prior arrangement with the owner and additional charges - the estate would usually have to be rented exclusively (see Domaine de l’Église). Stag/hen parties are not allowed. |
| Other Ts and Cs | When staying at La Marine you share the beautiful grounds with guests from the three neighbouring rentals, Manoir Cotentin (8 guests), Le Cormoran (2 guests) and Hippocampe (6 guests). Please see 'What You Should Know' for links to each property. |
| Other Ts and Cs | La Marine sleeps 8 guests across two self-contained 2-bedroom apartments, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor. |
| Beach towels included? | No, please bring your own. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £1,202 | £1,593 | £1,983 | £2,374 | £3,156 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 21st 2024 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Dec 21st 2024 - Dec 26th 2024 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| Dec 26th 2024 - Dec 28th 2024 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Dec 28th 2024 - Jan 6th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| Jan 6th 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £1,202 | £1,593 | £1,983 | £2,374 | £3,156 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Mar 31st 2025 | £1,442 | £1,911 | £2,380 | £2,849 | £3,787 |
| Mar 31st 2025 - Apr 29th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,108 | £2,655 | £3,201 | £4,294 |
| Apr 29th 2025 - Apr 30th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,529 | £3,185 | £3,841 | £5,153 |
| Apr 30th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 12th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| May 12th 2025 - May 16th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| May 16th 2025 - May 19th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| May 19th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 14th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| Jul 14th 2025 - Aug 13th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Aug 13th 2025 - Aug 17th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| Aug 17th 2025 - Sep 30th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Sep 30th 2025 - Oct 30th 2025 | £1,202 | £1,593 | £1,983 | £2,374 | £3,156 |
| Oct 30th 2025 - Nov 2nd 2025 | £1,442 | £1,911 | £2,380 | £2,849 | £3,787 |
| Nov 2nd 2025 - Nov 7th 2025 | £1,202 | £1,593 | £1,983 | £2,374 | £3,156 |
| Nov 7th 2025 - Nov 11th 2025 | £1,442 | £1,911 | £2,380 | £2,849 | £3,787 |
| Nov 11th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £1,202 | £1,593 | £1,983 | £2,374 | £3,156 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Dec 20th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Dec 20th 2025 - Dec 25th 2025 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
| Dec 25th 2025 - Dec 27th 2025 | £1,561 | £2,093 | £2,625 | £3,156 | £4,294 |
| Dec 27th 2025 - May 31st 2026 | £1,873 | £2,511 | £3,149 | £3,787 | £5,153 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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