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Nestled in a picturesque village, this enchanting cottage offers an idyllic retreat. Discover the serene garden that gently slopes down to the Seine River or explore nearby trails for hiking and cycling. Perfectly situated within Boucles de la Seine national park, guests can enjoy golfing, horseback riding and relish Norman history.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedroomsSleeps 8200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine

This fairy-tale cottage is situated in one of the loveliest villages along the famous Route des Chaumieres (Thatched Cottage Route). It is located in Eure, near the border with Calvados and Seine-Maritime. The cottage has four bedrooms and can sleep up to 8 people. There is a garden of about an acre running from the cottage down to the banks of the Seine River. The village is within the Boucles de la Seine national park, and there are cycling and hiking trails along the river and into the forests from the doorstep. Less than an hour to Honfleur, Deauville, Etretat, Le Havre and Rouen, the pebble beaches of the Alabaster Coast and the sandy beaches of the Cote Fleurie. A perfect base for walking, cycling, golf, horseback riding, and exploring Norman history, culture and gastronomic delights.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Wooden house - no smoking inside please

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please leave recycling and general rubbish in the bins beyond the end of the garden behind the church
Please respect any items or cupboards marked ‘Private’. Les Iris is a family home first.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Trained dogs, must not go on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Portable cot available for babies

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wooden house - no smoking inside please

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine Cottage
Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine Vieux-Port
Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine Cottage Vieux-Port

About the area

Located in Vieux-Port, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Old Harbor of Honfleur and Honfleur Avant Port 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Vieux-Port travel guide
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Vieux-Port, Normandie

What's nearby

  • Ruins of Jumieges Abbey, France #history
    Boucles de la Seine Natural Regional Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Honfleur Harbour; Shutterstock ID 406780426
    Old Harbor of Honfleur
    38 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Famous colorful parasols on Deauville Beach, Normandy, Northern France, Europe
    Deauville Beach
    48 min drive - 61.7 km
  • 0_AA014382
    Etretat Beach
    55 min drive - 58.8 km
  • Honfleur Normandy Outlet
    35 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Bourgtheroulde-Thuit-Hebert Station
    21 min drive
  • Deauville (DOL-Normandie)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • L’estrella
    24 min drive
  • кафе "Медин
    9 min drive
  • Chez la Bretonne
    10 min drive
  • QG76 PageOfficielle
    25 min drive
  • Pizza Chrono
    27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Boucles de la Seine Natural Regional Park and Seine. Fontenelle Abbey and Notre Dame Caudebec-en-Caux are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Thatched Cottage on the Banks of the Seine Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ziggy W.

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

Perfect house in a beautiful, tranquil location with amazing views.

Les Iris is a very beautiful, traditional house. We were warmly welcomed by Christine on arrival, the house was clean and well equipped, with a delightful garden sloping down towards the village 'green' and the river. There is ample seating to eat outside when the weather allows. A car is a must as there aren't any facilities within walking distance of the house. The village itself is charming, with mostly thatched 'chaumieres', it would benefit from a bar or taverne or cafe or basic shop, but other than that the location is ideal to travel around that area of Normandy, with easy driving distances to places like Honfleur, Etretat and so on. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend the house to anyone looking for a quiet holiday home with beautiful scenery right from the garden door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Eine Erfahrung, die es wert war! - Super!!!

Ein tolles und sehr ungewöhnliches Haus. Darin ein paar Urlaubstage zu verbringen war für uns und die Kinder sehr aufregend. Das Haus ist so verwinkelt und nichts entspricht den üblichen 3-8-15 Normen. Der Garten ist riesig, voll eingezäunt und hat eine tolle Aussicht. Unsere Kinder und unser Hund haben ihn sehr genossen. Aber auch die gesamte Gegend gehört zu den sehr gepflegten und schönen Ecken dort. Obwohl das Haus sehr alt ist, haben die Besitzer bestmöglich versucht gewohnte Dinge des Alltags zu instalieren. Auch die Ausstattung war schön und funktional. Von uns gibt es daher 5 Sterne und einen dicken Daumen hoch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARINA R.

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

Chaumière hors du temps et confortable

Magnifique propriété, bien équipée, tout confort, jolie vue sur la Seine. Nous y avons passé quelques jours ressourçants.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle P.

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

Jolie chaumière accueillante

On s’est senti tout de suite comme chez soi / un petit bémol l’absence de bois pour une très belle cheminée - il serait agréable d’avoir un gros sac de buches à l’arrivée et pas seulement 2 buches quitte naturellement à le payer
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amine B., Paris

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

2 nuits magiques

Très belle expérience. Maison authentique située dans un cadre idyllique.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Arnaud S.

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

Séjour agréable

Excellente

10/10 Excellent

Jean-luc C.

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

Chaumière de charme

Ancienne chaumière rénovée avec soin, en conservant des matériaux et une ambiance à la fois cosy et rustique.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hans S.

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

Heerlijk verblijf!

We hebben hier een week doorgebracht met 3 van onze volwassen kinderen met aanhang. Wat een heerlijke week! Het huisje is sprookjesachtig, de tuin enorm, de buren aardig. Veel te doen in de buurt, we zijn naar de invasiestranden geweest, naar het gewone strand om te zwemmen, naar een klimbos, de dierentuin. 's Avonds lekker eten in de tuin en daarna spelletjes gedaan. Een echte aanrader wat ons betreft! Hans en Ariadne

10/10 Excellent

Alberto B.

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

En un lugar de la Galia...

Bonita casa en una pequeña población de preciosas casas típicas; un lugar increíble. Precioso jardín que te lleva hasta la orilla del Sena. Sitio cómodo y tranquilo. Si eres alto cuidado con la cabeza en las habitaciones del primer piso :). Muy recomendable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate I.

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

Beautiful cottage

and beautiful location. Everything we could need for a wonderful family break.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Picturesque village setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Les Iris.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Theo B., Arnhem

Mooie romantische woning met grote tuin en mooi uitzicht

We hebben een mooie week gehad met 6 personen (gezin, kinderen 17-22). Het is een heel mooie cottage in een mooi idyllisch dorpje (geen voorzieningen, maar wel dichtbij). Veel natuurschoon (.rivier, bos). De woning was schoon en volledig ingericht. De tuin is heel groot, goed onderhouden en grenst bijna aan de oevers van de Seine waarop je vanaf het huis uitzicht hebt. Er is wel een gebrekkig satelietsignaal (tv/wifi). Na even wennen was dat een verademing...! Binnen een uur rij-afstand genoeg te doen (stad/strand/historie/natuur). Een aanrader wat ons betreft.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pandora O.

Stunning, cosy cottage - perfect for a quiet holiday away from it all.

We spent a week in this lovely cottage with our kids (5yrs and 2yrs). The village is like something from a fairy tale and is great for day trips - we went to honfleur, bayeux, pont-audemer (great Saturday market). 5 mins drives from Bourneville where you can buy fresh bread/pastries. The house is simple, warm and cosy, with spectacular views of the Seine which is right at the end of the garden. You can go for nice walks along the river. The garden is brilliant for kids to run around in (just the job for an Easter egg hunt). The kitchen could have done with some basics that would have been helpful (sharper knives, peeler, garlic crusher, tin foil/cling film, more ovenware options), but we did fine. The owner was lovely and helpful in all communications. A real treat to stay in a proper thatched cottage and get to know Normandy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

French Perfection

There were 4 of us, 2 couples, all in their 70s, none of whom had been to Normandy before. We intended to use Vieux Port as a base camp and it was perfect for that purpose. Beaches, Honfleur, Etretat, Pont l'Eveque, Pont Audemer, and many others were all welcoming as well as fascinating. We had a lot of meals in the kitchen where we could watch the Seine traffic out the window. The Wi-Fi worked well, Bourneville, the closest village was fun and perfect for small grocery needs and everyone we met was fantastic . We started out with a flat tire on the rental car (French rental cars do not have jacks) and one set of neighbors (who we had never met) took the wives into town for groceries while other neighbors and new friends invited us for dinner. EXTRAORDINARY! The Rue des Chaumieres is a fairyland on its own with thatched roof cottage after thatched cottage and lots of flowers and fairies and friendly gremlins around every corner. Les Iris's location, facilities and atmosphere were all as advertised and as anticipated. Merçi beaucoup, Jean-Marc. Tip: of the two restaurants across the street from each other, the less fancy one on the corner is superior in food, atmosphere and joie de vivre. We were kidding the chef about hamburgers so on our second visit, he offered us "leetle am-boo-gers." We each had pate de foie gras on little crackers! Delicious and droll.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Les Iris A Wonderful French Cottage

What a wonderful cottage, location and base for touring this part of France. Our party was from 4 years old to 81 years old and the Cottage catered perfectly for everyone. Its comfortable beds and hot showers were the perfect end to busy days. the garden was perfect for the children to run off some energy and the adults to let the tension wash away. Also the local riverside walks start through the gate at the bottom of the garden, with an area that is a local beauty spot. In the local village of Bourneville you will find a wonderful restaurant with great food and that catered for the children wonderfully (Risle Seine) as well as all your local provisions (also cheap fuel - especially diesel). Wonderful Rouen is 40 min drive away as is Yvetot where there is good shopping and restaurants and you can park for free and take a train to Paris. At Pont Audemer you will find a great swimming pool for the children with large shallow pool and cool water slid as well as good shopping opportunities. We will certainly be returning to continue our exploring of this wonderful part of France.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Les Iris, Vieux-Port

We had a fantastic holiday in France...and this house was truly spectacular. We have stayed in many cottages over the years and I must say this ranks amongst the most beautiful. It is the first time we have stayed somewhere where visitors stop and take pictures! Picture postcard cottage and village. Lots to do close and afar. Even drove to Disneyland Paris! Christine (who prepared the house for us) was very welcoming despite our limited grasp of the French language. Owner very helpful with lots of suggestions on what to do and where to go. I am sure we will visit again soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charming and Comfortable

We had a wonderful time staying at Les Iris! The accommodations are modern, and the character of the thatched cottage has been beautifully preserved. We enjoyed exploring the beautiful little towns nearby, especially Honfleur, where we enjoyed a meal at La Fleur de Sel. In the evenings we loved sitting out in the garden, having a glass of the delicious local cider, and watching ships go down the Seine. We would recommend Les Iris as a great base for exploring Normandy, and a relaxing place to get away from it all.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful half term holiday

We stayed in Chaumiere Les Iris, a beautiful thatched cottage in an impossibly picturesque village on the banks of the Seine, over Autumn half term. The cottage was wonderful, with a big garden for children and dogs to run around in, and excellent walks from the front door. Meanwhile the area is so full of history and lovely towns and villages, that every day there was something new and unexpected to discover. Highly recommended.