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Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea

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A two-story house with a red-tiled roof, white walls, and blue shutters.
A cozy living room with a television, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a sofa.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a lamp, a map, and a person standing in the doorway.
A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Baie de Somme
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Tennis court
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

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Le Crotoy, Hautes-De-France
  • Place, Baie de Somme
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crotoy Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea

Holiday house in quiet fishing village, very close to sea and sandy beach.
Le Crotoy is a small fishing village which is an easy hour and a half drive from Calais on the Baie de Somme and on the opposite side of the estuary to St. Valery sur Somme. House has parking for one car, enclosed front and rear gardens, two double bedrooms and a large bedroom with four single beds. TV with french channels. Wi Fi available.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 8008168
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 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Le Crotoy

Located in Le Crotoy, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Saint-Valery-Port Station and Church of Saint Sepulcre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Parc Ornithologique du Marquenterre and Somme Bay Ornithological Reserve - Grand-Laviers. Travelling with kids? Consider Chemin de Fer de la Baie de Somme, or check out an event or a game at Stadium Automobile d'Abbeville. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Le Crotoy, Hautes-De-France

What's nearby

  • Baie de Somme - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • North Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crotoy Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phare Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marais Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Noyelles-sur-Mer Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Bistrot de Saint-Val - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Terrasse - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La terrace du CourtGain - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Le Jardin Italien - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Buvette Du Mouton - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful house with large enclosed back garden close to sea located?

This family-friendly Le Crotoy holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Baie de Somme, Crotoy Beach and North Beach. Phare Beach and Marais Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in ideal location. Great communication from Judy and very kind housekeeper, which helped to make our stay straightforward and enjoyable. We had a fantastic fortnight enjoying the town, beach and local area. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. I am so glad that you had a good holiday. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Le Crotoy

Lovely as ever. Great balance of space, equipment and comfort.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2023
Hello, So glad you had a good time. Thank you for your kind review. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cosy family house near the beach

The house was adorable and large enough. The big garden and the terrace near the kitchen were marvellous; from morning till evening we enjoyed the sunny weather! The kitchen and bathroom were a little outdated, but we were okay with it. The lady who “ keeps” the house was very friendly and welcoming. We had a wonderful stay, thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2022
Hello, Thank you very much for your very kind message. I am glad that you had a good holiday in Le Crotoy. I am glad that you enjoyed the house and the garden. The kitchen has recently had a little update. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

We had a fantastic stay in this house in Le Crotoy. It had everything you need for a great holiday. We really enjoyed the outside space especially the decking. The beds were really comfy and there was plenty of space for the four of us (parents with 2 adult children). Lots of English books and games - which we took advantage of - playing poker on the deck in the evening! It is very close to the shops, beach and has plenty of restaurants to choose from. And if you catch the sea at high tide you can enjoy a swim too. Which was most welcome as I think we had the hottest week ever! The only suggestion I have is to provide a second front door key - as we were on holiday with our grown up kids they didn’t necessarily want to get up early and join us on the beach for a breakfast croissant - and we didn’t want to go out and leave the door unlocked with them still in bed or leave them locked in. Thank you Judy for a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday in a lovely home - I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your lovely review and I am so glad that you had good weather and enjoyed your stay. Thank you also for your suggestion, a set of extra keys is a very good idea. See you again, I hope. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half term break

The house is very near the beach & a short walk into the town centre, where there are several bakeries & fishmongers & a butcher and plenty of restaurants. The house has a simple lay out with a lovely veranda to have meals outside. The garden is sheltered & fully enclosed. The stairs to the bedrooms are a little steep & narrow, so wouldn’t suit someone with mobility restrictions. The galley kitchen is well equipped with a great filter coffee machine. It would have been great if one cupboard could have been left empty for our food; we had to leave lots on the work surface which reduced our space. The house sleeps 8 so it was good that there is a wine fridge in addition to the under counter fridge. A previous review had suggested a spare/second door key. Agree that this is a good idea. Be aware that all the roads nearby do not have free parking for significant parts of the year. The car space in the drive was a little tight for our medium sized car, but we did manage to park the car.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2022
Hello, Thank you for your lovely review. I am glad that you had a good week and enjoyed the house and Le Crotoy. Thank you also for your suggestions, the empty cupboard and spare keys, both good ideas and I will sort it out for future guests. I will also review the parking in the surrounding streets. It does change occasionally. Thank you again for your review. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cute little house perfect between village and beach

We had a wonderful time in the little 'blue house' which was perfect for us and our eleven year old twins. The house is well equipped and perfectly situated just outside the centre of the village and the very close by beach (3 min walk). The balcony provides a great place for breakfast and a good shady outdoor living during the afternoon. The garden is surprising big for a house in the village and well sheltered with good privacy. The village itself is very friendly, relaxed enough to have the kids stroll around on their own. Plenty of restaurants for excellent seafood and other tasty meals. The beach is really tidy, free - clean! - bathrooms available. The most impressive and amazing feature is tidal outlet of the Somme. With 10m difference between high and low tide the salt marsh and mudflats are totally exposed during low tide and provide many km2 for fantastic walks. During high tide swimming, especially for the kids is save and entertaining. Nothing for surfers, though ;-) We loved it, nothing at all to complain. Even the trip from the Netherlands to Le Crotoy on the first day of the summer holidays was without any problems since it is out of any major big crowd holiday destination. 14.7. - 28.7.2018
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Hello Freiderike, Thank you so much for taking time to write such a lovely review. I am very glad that you enjoyed the house and Le Crotoy and that you had a good week. I hope to hear from you again. Very best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A charming prperty close to the centre of Le Crotoy and the beach

Although we didn't meet the owner, Judy, or the cleaner we received a warm welcome in the form of a gift of biscuits and a bottle of wine which was very kind. Judy had provided us before arrival with detailed instructions on how to reach the property and useful information about the property and the surrounding area. The property was very bright and airy (and cool in what turned out to be a very hot week). It is ideally situated only being a short walk from the beach and the coast footpath into the town centre (about 10 minutes walk to the main area with restaurants/bars). The balcony was great for breakfast in the morning and evening drinks overlooking the large enclosed garden with rose bushes. Downstairs, there is a covered patio area should it be raining but warm enough to sit outside. Judy has provided lots of books, games & DVDs should the weather not be good. Bedrooms were roomy enough. There is a lack of wardrobes but plenty of drawers to make up for that. The kitchen was fully stocked and functional. The property has off road parking which is very convenient although I don't think parking in the road off-season would be a problem. This is an ideal location to explore the Picardy coast - Mers-Les-Bains with its art nouveau style properties is a must see. We recommend the following places: Le Houdel, Crecy-en-Ponthieu (and the forest), Regnieres-Ecluse. Marquenterre Park & Valloires Abbey. You won't be stuck for ideas about what to do as Judy has provided lots of leaflets on the surrounding area to assist you in choosing days out. As for Le Crotoy itself it's a small bustling centre with restaurants and bars around the Place Jeanne d'Arc. We recommend Le Commerce, Aux Trois Jean (very close to the property overlooking the bay) and the seafood platter at La Bonne Franquette II. If you are looking to explore the Picardy coast you could not find a better base to explore it from. Thank you Judy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you very much for your kind review. I am glad that you enjoyed the house and Le Crotoy and also got out and visited the surrounding area. There is certainly lots to do there, especially in the summer. Apologies for lack of wardrobes but there are lots of hooks on doors for hanging clothes and it means that the bedrooms are more spacious and plenty of drawers as well, as you say. Thank you and I hope to hear from you again. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Die Unterkunft ist ein liebevoll eingerichtetes älteres Anwesen mit großem Garten und großer Terasse. Der Weg zur Somme-Bucht dauert keine Minute. Leider ist der dazugehörige Stellplatz für größere Aotos zu klein. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your very nice message. I am glad that you liked the house and the beautiful Bay de Somme. I am sorry that the car space in the front garden is not suitable for very big cars. I hope you managed the parking. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hübsches, geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Haus mit tollem Garten. Promenade, Geschäfte und Restaurants sind zu Fuß gut erreichbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your nice message. I am glad that you liked the house and enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accueil impeccable. La maison est idéalement placée à deux pas du bord de mer et du centre ville. maison et jardin très agréables.A conseiller sans retenue
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Merci beaucoup pour votre très sympa message. Je suis contente que vous avez passé une bonne semaine. Merci, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein wirklich sehr hübsches und geschmackvoll dekoriertes kleines Haus. Leider war es während unseres Aufenthaltes ziemlich windig, was man auch im Haus spüren konnte.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Thank you for your nice message. I am sorry that you heard the wind. It can be very windy near the beach. I am glad that you liked the house. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schönes Haus in perfekter Lage. Geschäfte und wundervolle Restaurants sind fußläufig zu erreichen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Logement bien équipé matériel fonctiionnel et matériel de loisir
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sehr schön und persönlich eingerichtetes, charmantes Haus in sehr guter Lage!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus in toller Lage

Wir hatten eine schöne Urlaubswoche in Le Crotoy. Das gut ausgestattete Ferienhaus mit großem Garten bietet ausreichend Platz für eine fünfköpfige Familie und liegt nahe am Meer. Die Gegend ist wunderschön, in ca. 20min Entfernung gibt es endlose Sandstrände.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. I am so glad that you enjoyed Le Crotoy and the house. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ostern

Wir haben schöne Tage in dem gemütlichen Haus verbracht. Insbesondere der Garten und die schöne Terrasse haben zum Entspannen eingeladen. In der Umgebung kann man viel entdecken. Le Crotoy ist ein Ort mit Atmosphäre.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your kind review. I am glad that you enjoyed your time in Le Crotoy and at the house. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Très agréable moment

Petite maison de village très confortable !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2025
Merci beaucoup. Je suis contente qui tout était bien passé. Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes Haus mit Karakter

Sehr schönes Haus mit Karakter - Kontakt mit Vermieterin sehr gut. Gerne wieder :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your kind message and I am glad that you liked the house and had a good holiday. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Vacances à la mer

Bon séjour au Crotoy avec notre petite fille Promenade , plage , visite aux phoques Visite de la région
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2024
Merci beaucoup pour votre gentil message. Je suis contente que tout était bien pour votre semaine au Crotoy. Cordialement, Judy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vakantie aan zee

Karaktervolle huis op een goede locatie met een heerlijke tuin.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your nice review. I am glad that you enjoyed the house and garden. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sehr entspannte Ferien

Wir haben 3 sehr entspannte Wochen in Le Crotoy verbracht. Das Haus ist wunderschön und hat viel Atmosphäre, und das Sommedelta ist wirklich einmalig. Wenn man will, kann man längere Zeit ohne Auto auskommen. Ein Haus mit Geschichte in einer Landschaft voller Geschichte!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Hello, Thank you for your lovely review. I am very glad that you enjoyed the house and the Baie de Somme. It is always very relaxing there. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison aux volets bleus

Excellent sejour
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2024
Merci pour votre message et je suis très contente que vous avez passé une bonne semaine. Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Super leuke vakantie gehad

Het huisje van Judy is knus en gezellig ingericht. Heeft alles wat je nodig hebt voor een fijne vakantie aan de kust. Wij (2 gezinnen met kids) hebben heerlijk genoten! Lokatie is top en fijn ook dat er een afgesloten tuin is waar de kids kunnen spelen. Een echte aanrader!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2024
Thank you for your very kind review. I am very glad that you all enjoyed the house and the Baie de Somme. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sehr sehr schön

Nach einer Woche wandern entlang der picardischen Küste, waren das Haus und le Crotoy für uns ein perfekter und wunderschöner Ort der Erholung und Entspannung.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Hello, Thank you for your lovely review and I am glad that the house and Le Crotoy were a nice, relaxing way to end your holiday. Best wishes, Judy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Agréable séjour

Agréable séjour dans cette jolie maison très bien aménagée
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Bonjour, Merci pour votre message. Je suis heureuse que vous avez passé une bonne semaine au Crotoy et que la maison vous avez plu. Cordialement, Judy

About the host

Hosted by Judy Hammond

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Hello,
I am a primary school teacher and I live in London. We bought the house when my children were very small. They are now 33, 30 and 23. We bought it because it was easy to get to from London and because it had the huge sandy beach which the children played on, dug holes in, made sandcastles on and learned to ride their bikes on. We have been coming here for 29 years and I am still not tired of the place. It continues to be refreshing and a treat to come here.

Why they chose this property

The Baie de Somme is a beautiful large river estuary with a huge sandy beach. It is perfect for walking or strolling along at any time of the day and it has especially spectacular sunsets. It faces south and so gets sun all day, 'La seule plage du nord qui face au sud", the only northern beach which faces south, as their tourist advertising says. It has long been the inspiration for artists and several live and work there now. I find the combination of the soft yellows, greys and blues of the sand, sea and huge skies immensely calming and restful and a lovely refreshing break from living in a crowded city. It is also very relaxing not to need to use a car. There is everything you need in the village and whilst there are interesting places to go to in a car, it would be easy to spend a week relaxing in the house and garden and walking on the beach. When the children were small, their favourite activity was to play on the beach.

What makes this property unique

Apart from the beautiful Baie de Somme, one of the main benefits is how easy it is to get to from the UK. It is a very easy hour and a half drive from Calais on the A16 motorway, which is not often very busy and 15 minutes from exit 24. Despite it being so near, it is still very french and there are lots of summer events in the village itself and nearby such as food and wine markets, music festivals and Bastille Day celebrations. There are also many brocantes or rederies over the summer, like our car boot sales or yard sales. Lots of opportunities to buy charming french items if you have a good eye.

Languages:

English, French
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