At the foot of the Abbey in the heart of a small village and 9 km from Rouen
Sweetness of living in the corner of fire and relaxation in the garden in our cozy cottage and comfort, near Rouen and the Seine Valley.
Ideal for holidays, but also for business trips and for students in training.
In the Regional Natural Park of the Loops of the Norman Seine, in the heart of the village and 9km from Rouen, detached cottage with terrace, deckchairs and barbecue. Private garden in the courtyard of the owners. Internet access / WIFI. Departure of hikes around the Boucles de la Seine. Near Rouen to discover its historical, artistic and industrial heritage. 1 hour from the sea, ideal location to discover Le Havre and its architecture, the cliffs of Etretat and the ports of the Alabaster coast, the Pays de Caux and its clos-hovels .....
Public transport nearby to get to Rouen without inconvenience of parking.
Property manager
Elisabeth et Jean-Christian CORDIER
Premier Host
Languages
English, French, Italian
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville
Located in Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Parc de Brotonne Golf and Rouen Mont-Saint-Aignan Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boucles de la Seine Natural Regional Park and Seine. Travelling with kids? Consider Rouen Espace Karting and Maritime Museum of Rouen. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville, Normandy
What's nearby
Abbey of Saint-Georges, Boscherville - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Rouen Cathedral - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
Place du Vieux-Marche - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
Tour Jeanne d'Arc - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
Charles Nicolle Hospital - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
Getting around
Jean Jaures Tram Station - 12 min drive
Palais de Justice Tram Station - 13 min drive
Rouen (URO-Rouen - Seine Valley) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
La Belle de Mai - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Restaurant de Normandy Rouen - 14 min drive
Bella Pizza 76 - 9 min drive
La Tarantine - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is At the foot of the Abbey in the heart of a small village and 9 km from Rouen pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at At the foot of the Abbey in the heart of a small village and 9 km from Rouen?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at At the foot of the Abbey in the heart of a small village and 9 km from Rouen?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is At the foot of the Abbey in the heart of a small village and 9 km from Rouen located?
This family-friendly Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Boucles de la Seine Natural Regional Park and Abbey of Saint-Georges, Boscherville. Seine is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A wonderful property and lovely hosts. Elizabeth and Jean-Christian went out of their way to welcome us.
A great selection of maps and tourist information on hand for your days out.
The village itself (a very short walk) is tranquil with basic amenities - Bakery, farm shop, bar, restaurant and pharmacy.
The house is cosy and very well equipped for your stay. We would heartily recommend to other families.
We expect we will visit again!
The owners were so lovely and welcoming. We had the best time and our daughter loved playing in the outside space. Would highly recommend as a base to explore the amazing area. Thank you!
What a lovely quiet place to stay & relax with many forest walks close by. Within walking distance of the beautiful St Martin de Boscherville Abbey & village that has a small Boulangerie, Boucherie & a restaurant which serves food at lunch times only. Fresh vegetables are available from the local farm market just 200m away from the property.
Thank you Elizabeth & Jean Christian for being wonderful hosts.
Cosy gîte with a warm welcome in a beautiful location
La Petite Maison was the perfect place to stay to progress my French learning. We loved it and our hosts were very kind, welcoming and helpful. Beautiful gardens and surrounding countryside. Local shops in the village (which is within easy walking distance), include a boulangerie/pâtisserie, boucherie, farm fresh vegetables and a pharmacy. Also in the village is the 'Belle de Mai' restaurant and cafe situated opposite the Abbaye St Georges which is illuminated at night. Rouen city on the River Seine is easy to reach by the 530 bus. It has shops, restaurants, tearooms, history and a magnificent cathedral. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Petite Maison and totally recommend it!
We both loved the gite. The location privately tucked away in the corner of the owners walled garden was lovely . Surrounded by flowers and beautiful trees really took our breath away when we arrived. The gite had every thing we required and more and the kitchen was fully kitted out. The hosts were absolutely wonderful and kinda made the holiday even better.
We shall return thank you.
Ben L.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mark
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent hosts and great property, stairs may be an issue if you have mobility problems but this is an exceptional holiday with the most perfect hosts who make the stay and very professional in what they do. Elisabeth and Jean are so warming and lovely people who made us feel like family. Bus to Rouen is also free on a Saturday. This has been a most enjoyable stay and visit.
Thank you so much for this.
Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
4/10 Poor
Benjamin H.
14 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Nice host, but not the best stay
The road right behind is quite noisy with motorcycles racing around and big trucks/tractors at all hours
The internet failed completely after a few days, although not the fault of the owner due to weather they had gone away so I couldn’t work and we had to leave.
The cleanliness was not very good unfortunately, kitchen was not clean, food splattered, unclean microwave, broken glass on the floor! Dangerous if you have a dog (which we do) or little children! We did take pictures.
Normandy les boucles de la Seine. Lots of places to see and to walk. Ferries (bcac) are gratuit,.
Lovely, warm, everything you'd need for a fortnight in France. Hot water, good shower, washer, well located for boucherie, boulangerie, cafe/resto and supermarkets 5 minutes away in the car.
Elizabeth and Jean Christian are charming and welcoming, the former speaking perfect English. Loved the place and we were shown photos of the gite as it was when they took it over - a wreck transformed.
Lovely little property in beautiful surroundings and in easy walking distance of village centre where there is butchers, Boulangerie and a market area selling local produce along with the Abbey. It was extremely easy to take the 531 bus to Rouen and would highly recommend rather than driving. This was not a problem for us but if you have mobility problems you may find the stairs difficult. The Hosts were away but we were met by there lovely French friends who were very helpful and informative.
Warm welcome from Elisabeth to this lovely quiet gite in lovely surroundings. Appreciate the welcome gift.
Gite had everything we needed.
Visitors should be aware of the low beams and steep, narrow staircase. It is very easy to not see the bottom three steps as they tend to blend in.
Would fully recommend this property.
The setting for the rental is beautiful. The hosts Elisabeth and Jean-Christian have spent many years restoring the property, and the attention to detail shows. They are also wonderful people. The village of St. Martin is lovely with a beautiful Abbey
Très jolie maison, confortable et spacieuse. Terrasse donnant sur un beau jardin. Saint Martin, les bords de Seine, Rouen tout proche, la Manche et ses ports à portée de voiture... Que demander de plus ?
Tout parfait, hôtes disponibles, accueillants et attentionnés, et la maison est magnifique et spacieuse ! J’ai même eu droit à des crêpes pour la chandeleur !
What a lovely place. Charming and comfortable. Our hosts were terrific- helpful and caring. We would love to stay there again the next time we are in Normandy.
A beautiful spot in a small village with a very large cathedral and garden (a visit worth). Elizabeth and Jean Christian gave us a very warm welcome. The house is very well equipped and the garden is lovely. We enjoyed our 4-days stay very much.
Wir waren zu dritt mit Hund für 14 Tage bei Elisabeth und Jean Christian, die uns sehr nett empfingen. Das Häuschen ist stilvoll eingerichtet und entspricht den Bildern. Auf dem offenen Dachboden ist ein Doppelbett und ein Einzelbett. Alle sehr bequem. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet (ohne Geschirrspüler). Vor dem Haus ist eine Terrasse. Die Vermieter wohnen im Haupthaus. Hund war kein Problem. Man kann in der Nähe Gassi gehen. Bei Jumierge und Etretat sind schöne Wanderwege. Rouen ist schön und nah, aber schlimm verstaut. Man kann aber gut mit dem Bus fahren (Hund?). Honfleur und Dieppe sind zu empfehlen. Tagesausflug nach Giverny zu Monet in Kombination mit Versailles ist gut machbar. Die meisten umliegenden Schlösser sind nicht öffentlich. Ansonsten muss man die Besuche genau über die Webseiten planen.
La maisonnette est charmante, bien aménagée et bien équipée.
Véritable écrin de verdure, le jardin est aménagé avec beaucoup de goût. Les photos de l'annonce sont très fidèles à l'ambiance ressentie lorsqu'on franchit le portail.
Nous avons très apprécié l'accueil, la gentillesse et la discrétion d'Elisabeth et de Jean-Christian.
Et un grand merci en forme de clin d'oeil pour l'ajout du tabouret dans la salle de bains !
Daniel C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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Hosted by Elisabeth et Jean-Christian CORDIER
Languages:
English, French, Italian
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