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Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights

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Room
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Port-En-Bessin-Huppain, Normandie
    Omaha Beach Golf
    3 min drive
    Longues-sur-Mer Battery
    7 min drive
    Le Manoir d'Argouges
    9 min drive
    Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)
    34 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights

'La Maison Matelot' is a pretty ancient house made of Caen stone, in a paved half pedestrian backstreet, typical of the old Port-en-Bessin. Very close to the harbour, fishing boats, restaurants, shops and 100m away from the sea. 3 apartments full of charm and personality welcome you with their bargained or family furniture, retro, vintage or modern and their seaside spirit. The ancient materials have been kept (exposed stones, floors in coloured cement tiles, woodwork). On each of the 3 house levels, an apartment of about 30/35 sq.m, for 2 persons(3 persons on the 1st floor) with kitchen. New equipment, cosy comfort and Wi-Fi. Rentals are made for the time you wish from 2 nights: weekend, mid-week, week, etc. and the packages are all inclusive (charges, linen, final cleaning, Wi-Fi). Public cost-free car park nearby. No parking in front of the house but a stand for few minutes is possible. No smoking, pets are not allowed.



Short-stop at sea air, for a weekend, vacations or professional trip in the small authentic fishing harbour of Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, Calvados, Normandy. Landing beaches, 10 km away from Bayeux, Arromanches, Omaha Beach, 30 km from Caen, on the way to Cotentin and Mont Saint-Michel.
Very close to: seafood/local food restaurants, creperies, pizzerias, sale of fishermen under the covered market, bakeries, mini markets, delicatessen, wine cellar, cafe, large market on Sunday morning (organic and local products), maritime cooperative, seaman's clothes, newspaper kiosk, bank, pharmacy.
On site: walks on the sand at low tide, comings and goings of fishing and pleasure boats at high tide, hikes on coastal path, golf, fishing, paragliding, boat trips. In the surroundings, historical sites of the Allies' landing of 1944, large sandy beaches, nautical sports, unique architectural heritage, Bayeux and its tapestry listed in the Unesco World Heritage and delicious local and sea products.





Short-stop at sea air, for a weekend, vacations or professional trip in the small authentic fishing harbour of Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, Calvados, Normandy. Landing beaches, 10 km away from Bayeux, Arromanches, Omaha Beach, 30 km from Caen, on the way to Cotentin and Mont Saint-Michel.
Very close to: seafood/local food restaurants, creperies, pizzerias, sale of fishermen under the covered market, bakeries, mini markets, delicatessen, wine cellar, cafe, large market on Sunday morning (organic and local products), maritime cooperative, seaman's clothes, newspaper kiosk, bank, pharmacy.
On site: walks on the sand at low tide, comings and goings of fishing and pleasure boats at high tide, hikes on coastal path, golf, fishing, paragliding, boat trips. In the surroundings, historical sites of the Allies' landing of 1944, large sandy beaches, nautical sports, unique architectural heritage, Bayeux and its tapestry listed in the Unesco World Heritage and delicious local and sea products.



Property manager

Astrid Barbey

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 14515000059U5

We should mention

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

About the area

Port-en-Bessin-Huppain

Located in Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, this apartment is in the city centre and on the beach. Omaha Beach and Le Manoir d'Argouges are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Omaha Beach Golf and Centre Equestre de Sully. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port-En-Bessin-Huppain, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Omaha Beach Golf - 3 min drive
  • Museum of the Battle of Normandy - 11 min drive
  • Museum of the Bayeux Tapestry - 11 min drive
  • Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial - 13 min drive
  • Omaha Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Bayeux Station - 22 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar de la Criée - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fleur de Sel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Le bouche a oreilles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Marina - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming apartment near the port and the sea, from 2 nights located?

Located in the heart of Port-en-Bessin-Huppain, this golf apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of D-Day Wrecks Museum and Omaha Beach Golf. Omaha Beach and Centre Equestre de Sully are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
This was by far our nicest stay on our three week trip in France. It not only was very comfortable, but had the best shower and bathroom as well as a fully stocked kitchen with all the essentials and a Nespresso coffee maker. Bakery down the lane and lots of restaurants to choose from nearby. Just be aware it is up three floors so quite a few stairs. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S., Potsdam, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitiv eine Reise wert
Kleine, mit viel Liebe eingerichtete Wohnung unter dem Dach und direkt im Zentrum von Port en Bassin. Die Betreuung war erstklassig. Absolut empfehlenswert.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolle Ferienwohnung direkt unter dem Dach
Wir waren zu Zweit für 4 Übernachtungen in einer schnuckeligen Ferienwohnung direkt unter dem Dach. Sehr sauber. Geschmackvolle aufeinander abgestimmte Einrichtung. Die inserierten Bilder entsprachen genau der Wirklichkeit. Es fehlte uns am Inventar nichts. Küchenzeile TOP. Sogar ein Bluetooth-Radio war vor Ort um sein Handy zu koppeln. WLAN sowieso. sehr guter Ausgangspunkt um die Strände des D-Day zu erkunden. Ruhiger schnuckeliger Ort mit tollem Strandabschnitt voller Jakobsmuscheln. Sehr empfehlenswert. Wir würden immer gerne wiederkommen. MERCI Astrid
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M., Hamilton, NY USA

Five stars in every cstagory. Perfect
Clean. Perfect location. Delightful and helpful landlord. Perfect town to stay for seeing the area. Great free parking. You could live forever in that stunning loft. Bed felt bigger than a queen. Good linens. No complaints. Kitchen set up for cooking any meal. Loft was quiet except for occasional loud street noises. Loft window let in all that gorgeous sea air as we were there in July. Sea gulls and church bells and fresh sea food. Bakery a one minute walk. Miss it already. Thank you Astrid.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nikki K.

Chic décor and great amenities!
Le Maison Matelot was a great base for our exploring the Normandy coast and landing beaches. Astrid was a great and friendly hostess, very easy to communicate with and we absolutely loved our two-night stay. Walk out onto the jetée with a bottle of cidre rosé after the restaurants close (the water is 2 minutes away) and you might even meet a harbor seal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John & Debbie M.

Want to come back again...
Lovely property in a lovely location. Astrid was excellent to work with from beginning to end. We stayed in the loft apartment and it was awesome! The décor is amazing and the property spotless. Astrid had great restaurant recommendations and they didn't disappoint. We were in Normandy to tour the D-Day beaches and visit the museums in the area. The evening before our all day tour we even watched The Longest Day, which Astrid had in the apartment, while dining on a baguette and camembert with wine from the grocer within steps of the apartment. We would love to visit this quaint port town again and stay in this same property! Thank you Astrid for offering something so nice!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dina L.

Wonderful Apartment and Town
Our stay at Maison de Matelot was great. We had the first floor apartment for two nights, and it looks exactly as the photos depict it--comfortable and charming. Astrid was very responsive and helpful during the booking and onsite. The town was lovely with friendly people in the bar/tabac, shops, and restaurants. A very good base for exploring the WWII historic sites and towns along the coast. Highly recommend this property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz J.

Ein Urlaub, wie man sich ihn nur wünschen kann!
Wir erlebten gleich bei unserer Ankunft die erste positive Überraschung: Das Appartement entsprach in der Realität exakt den Fotos der homepage. Liebevoll ausgestattete, saubere Räume, ein Willkommensgruß auf dem Esstisch in Form einer Flasche Cidre und ein herzliches Willkommen durch die Vermieterin Astrid. Gerade die Betreuung durch Astrid ist besonders hervorzuheben, kümmerte Sie sich doch um jedes Anliegen stets sehr zeitnah und tat alles, um unseren Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. So lud sie zusammen mit Lawrence (der zweiten Hälfte der Filles de Bord de Mer) an einem Abend während der D-Day Feierlichkeiten alle Mieter ihrer Objekte zu einem unvergesslich schönen, gemeinsamen Abend bei Wein und kleinen Köstlichkeiten ein. Sie hatten nämlich festgestellt, dass gerade Mieter aus den Ländern Kanada, Amerika, England und Deutschland gleichzeitig vor Ort waren und brachten diese so zusammen. Tolle Geste. Das Umfeld des Appartements ist ebenfalls wie beschrieben: Ein toller Bäcker für die morgendlichen Croissants in unmittelbarer Nähe, ein kleiner Supermarkt direkt nebenan (die Besitzerin spricht sehr gut Deutsch) und jede Menge tolle Restaurants, die in wenigen Minuten zu Fuß erreichbar sind. Ein toller Ort, ein tolles Appartement und vor allem eine sehr angenehme, liebenswerte Vermieterin. Gerne immer wieder!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Outstanding experience
Everything about this property met out expections...and exceeded them. Outstanding design to the unit, and proprietor was very friendly and accommodating. The village was outstanding: quaint, inviting, good shipping and restaurants. We hope to return and would definitely stay at this facility again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Paradise en Bessin !
For the second year running my husband and I have spent delightful and relaxing May break at the Maison de Matelot. We stayed in the ground floor appartment last year and are working our way up !! We love Astrid's sense of style and her welcoming and friendly personality. Port en Bessin is the perfect base for a short break or a longer holiday. We will be back !!! Paradise en Bessin.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janine A.

Liebevoll eingerichtetes Loft
Wir haben einige Tage in Port-en-Bessin im Loft des Maison Matelot verbracht. Das zentral und dennoch ruhig gelegene Loft ist eine liebevoll charmant eingerichtete Ferienwohnung in einem top-sanierten Haus! Das Loft ist äußerst sauber, hat eine Küchenausstattung, die keinen Wunsch offen lässt, ein modernes Bad mit herrlich große Badehandtücher, ist also alles in allem eine Ferienwohnung, die jeden Cent werden ist und hervor sticht im Vergleich zu unseren bisherigen Urlaubsunterkünften. Port-en-Bessin ist ein kleiner aber feiner Fischerort, von dem aus man wunderbar die Landungsstrände oder naheliegenden Städte wie Bayeux oder Caen erreichen kann. Er bietet kleine Geschäfte, Bäckereien, zahlreiche Restaurants und einige Supermärkte. Die Vermieterin des Lofts, Astrid, hat uns herzlich willkommen geheißen und verabschiedet! Sie war sehr freundlich und zuverlässig und die Kommunikation mit ihr war problemlos und nett! Vielen Dank für den angenehmen Aufenthalt!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Beautiful apartment in a small town
I stayed at the loft at Le Maison Matelot with my wife for 3 nights. Astrid has done a fantastic job decorating the place, the apartment is beautiful and quite spacious compared to a hotel. Port en bessin is a lovely seaside village with a great local bakery. It is also well equipped for tourists with several restaurants less than a minutes walk from the apartment. All in all a great base to explore bessin!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Perfect apartment in a wonderful village
Astrid is an excellent host and welcomed us with refreshments at her tea shop. She provided several great recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing. The apartment is spotless and has a well-equipped small kitchen and a marvelous large bathroom. If you need groceries, the selection at SuperU is much better than the small market right behind the unit which carries the basics. Port-en-Bessin was an interesting place to explore with its profound tidal change that left boats stranded in the harbor at low tide and revealed thousands of scallop shells. The church displays model ships in honor of the town's seafaring history. That nautical theme is carried through in the apartment which has clever maritime decor. Parking is free and is located about a block away from the unit. The town is a great location for visiting D-Day sites.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Sehr schönes Appartement mit toller Atmosphäre
Das direkt am Fischerhafen gelegene Appartement unterm Dach hat eine tolle Atmosphäre. Die Einrichtung ist absolut hochwertig. Für zwei Personen absolut optimal. Sehr schön ist auch, dass man direkt im Städtchen ist und das Leben vor Ort hautnah mitbekommt. Zahlreiche, sehr gute Restaurants sind in Laufnähe, das Auto braucht man im Ort selbst nicht. Hervorragender Bäcker an der Straßenecke, gegenüber ist ein netter Proxi-Markt, in dem man alles kriegt. Die Strände in der Nähe, an der Landungsküste, sind absolut toll, v. a. das östliche Ende von Omaha Beach. Bayeux und Caen in der Nähe sind sehenswert. Absolut empfehlenswert!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

M v.

Geweldig verblijf
Het appartement is precies zoals op de foto´s en aan alles is gedacht. Met smaak ingericht en een heerlijke plek om een tijdje te verblijven. De bakker zit op de hoek van de straat, dus je hebt binnen enkele minuten vers brood en heerlijke croissants op tafel. Port en Bessin is een leuk vissersdorpje en ligt middenin een mooi gedeelte van Normandië. Zeker aan te bevelen! Voor lange mensen is het schuine dak misschien een bezwaar, maar de eigenaresse heeft genoeg andere mooie appartementen in de verhuur.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mireille F.

Excellent
Nous avons séjourné une semaine avec notre petite fille dans l'appartement "La Normande" .Beaucoup de charme, un emplacement idéal dans une rue très calme à quelques pas du port. Nous nous y sommes tout de suite sentis très bien .Tout est parfait pour un super séjour rien ne manque. La déco est faite avec beaucoup de goût , un vrai petit nid douillet. Une adresse à retenir absolument et à recommander ! Merci à Astrid pour son chaleureux accueil et ses petits conseils de resto! Sûr que nous y reviendrons à deux ou avec des amis !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sophie D.

C'est quand qu'on revient..?
Un souci du détail qui vous convaint que l'autre est important pour astrid, que vous vous sentez bien, immédiatement, et que vous ne voulez plus repartir. Sans parler de port en bessin, de bayeux, de la manche, des bonnes adresses d'Astrid et des cakes à tomber de sa boutique. Je conseillerai évidemment cet appartement à tous, mais non, parce que c'est à moi ;) Merci astrid.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Superb spacious apartment
My husband and I recently spent a glorious week in Astrid's first floor apartment, using it as a base for our tours of the entire Normandy region. Astrid has equipped this apartment with everything imaginable, and it is so beautifully decorated! We made good use of the large kitchen and even cooked in a few nights. We enjoyed the short stroll to the waterfront restaurants and the flurry of activity during a sailing regatta. We feel so lucky to have met Astrid and had the opportunity to stay in her charming apartment.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angélina C.

romantique à souhait !!!!
propriétaire très accueillante qui nous a fourni de très bons conseils pour trouver un bon restaurant - le décor est harmonieux, je dirais même recherché - nous avons passé un très agréable week-end en amoureux dans ce doux cocon "le loft du matelot". Encore merci à vous et à bientôt lors d'une de nos prochaines escapades en Normandie.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kelly m.

Excellent cozy base to explor Normandy!
This small cozy apartment in the very charming and non touristy town of Port en Bessin was the perfect base to explore the Normandy beaches . The owner was very kind and responsive and easy to work with. Her attention to detail in decorating the apartment was wonderful and the kitchen was well stocked. We did wish there were a couch in the living room versus a daybed but the small space probably wouldn't allow for it. The washer dryer in the building was a big plus as well. We really enjoyed our time here and would recommend it to anyone looking to explore the Normandy area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

Wonderful apartment and location
The apartment is perfect for two people. It has a great layout with everything needed and all was of good quality. The shower is fabulous. The location is quiet. The village is great and has everything you need to eat in and a good range of restaurants for eating out. The Sunday market is with a visit. We easily visited the D-Day beaches, Bayeau and Caen. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

Superb!
What a lovely apartment!! So artistically decorated, very clean, and complete with all the amenities one could want. The apartment is very close to the heart of this cute little fishing village - and the owner gave us fantastic tips for great seafood restaurants. We had a wonderful visit to Port-en-Bessin and Normandie. We will be back! Thank You so much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Fabulous apt
Husband and I stayed here just shy of 2 weeks in Aug 2014. Apt is very clean, in excellent shape, separate bathroom has large size tile shower with excellent hot water on demand, and excellent location. The apt has a separate bathroom and bedroom, living /kitchen is decent sized one room with appliances, a sofa and table with 4 chairs. Apt is comfortable for a base to go exploring. There is a bakery and grocery store literally 30 seconds away by walking. The owner was very helpful and extremely responsive---anytime we texted her she responded almost immediately. She also had great recommendations. The town, Port-En-Bessin has several great restaurants and a very helpful tourist office. We had a car and this apt was perfect for all we wanted to see. Easily accessible to major roads to see all Normandy liberation sites (D514 goes right through town--Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, American cemetery, Arromanches); Bayeux is only 10 minutes away (which has a couple of big grocery stores); Rouen and Mont St.Michel (about 2.5 hrs). Overall we were extremely happy and have already recommended to several friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Monika B.

Wunderschöne Appartements
Das Loft im Dachgeschoss war liebevoll eingerichtet und sehr sauber. In der Küche war sogar eine Nespressomaschine. Die Badetücher waren riesig und kuschelig weich. Das Bett evtl. ein bisschen zu weich, aber da hat jeder seine eigenen Vorlieben. Das Loft liegt optimal, mitten im Dorf in einer kleinen Seitenstrasse. Die Besitzerin war sehr zuvorkommend. Da wir erst gegen den Abend ankamen, hat sie uns via SMS gebet mitzuteilen wann wir ankommen. Nach dem SMS "wir sind da", hat es keine 5 Minuten gedauert und sie war da. Für uns ein toller Service. Sie hat uns ebenfalls Restaurantempfelungen gegeben und gesagt wann im Dorf der Markt ist. Wenn wir wiedermal in die Normandie gehen, würden wir sofort wieder dieses Loft buchen.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yolie M.

Beautiful and charming apt with attention to detail!!
We loved our stay at this apt. Astrid was a delight to work with from start to finish. She met us at the apt on arrival and explained everything to us. The attention to detail here at her apt's is just wonderful. Nice big kitchen with everything you could ask for and that bathroom, OMG, huge spa like shower!! Fabulous!! Nice to also have a washer and dryer available to use. Good central location to explore around the D-Day sites. Great WiFi too. We would most definitely recommend this apt for those travelers wishing to visit the area.

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