Couples accommodation in the Calvados Department of the Normandy region

Property Description

A south facing one bedroomed duplex apartment with residence outdoor swimming pool and allocated parking. The Residence is within the immensely popular Port Guillaume, a fabulous marina development on the mouth of the Dives estuary just to the west of Dives sur Mer. With a bright south facing aspect from morning to early evening, a break here is sure to be a relaxing one with a beautiful balcony view over the countless boats moored in the marina.

Accommodation details

With the benefit of a designated parking space to the front, an inviting lobby area as you first enter the residence and its own pool to the rear, your first impressions are sure to be favourable. This elegant apartment offers accommodation for upto 4 people including:
a spacious double bedroom** with a double bed, bunk bed, built- in wardrobe and drawers (+travel cot);
a spacious lounge/dining area with a very comfortable double sofa-bed providing optional downstairs sleeping**, 2 comfortable armchairs, dining table, 4 chairs (+toddler booster seat), TV/ video/ DVD/ CD/ radio (+ selection of CDs, DVDs, Videos & Games);
a fully equipped kitchenette with double hob, oven grill, microwave oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, breakfast bar and all cutlery, glassware, crockery, cookware & utensils you could need;
a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and a separate toilet;
a balcony with patio table, parasol and 4 chairs with a south facing view over the marina of Port Guillaume;
designated parking space, residence pool and serviced by a lift
**Duvets and pillows are provided. You can either bring your own bed linen (sheets, quilt covers, pillow cases) or alternatively you can arrange hire from us (details available on request). There is a launderette just outside Port Guillaume and clothes airer, an iron and ironing board in the apartment

Local area

The marina itself has established bars and restaurants, a boulangerie from which you can get freshly baked pain, baguette, croissant and pain au chocolat and a fishmonger for the freshest of fish. There's also a local convenience shop although the marina is not far from a number of supermarkets. Dives sur Mer is a quaint town and is famed for its Saturday morning market - not to be missed. A brisk stroll across the nearby footbridge over the Dives estuary and you'll be soon walking along the traffic free promenade of the beach resort Cabourg and its miles of golden sand. Soak up the atmosphere with restaurants, children's play activities, an indoor swimming pool and a fabulous 18 hole crazy golf course all close at hand. From here you'll be able to walk to Cabourg's main bustling Avenue de la Mer for fine shopping, wining and dining.

Other details

A brisk stroll across the nearby footbridge over the Dives estuary and you'll be soon walking along the traffic free promenade of the beach resort Cabourg and its miles of golden sand. Soak up the atmosphere with restaurants, children's play activities, an indoor swimming pool and a fabulous 18 hole crazy golf course all close at hand. From here you'll be able to walk to Cabourg's main bustling Avenue de la Mer for fine shopping, wining and dining.  To the east of Dives sur Mer is the equally beautiful Houlgate and its seemingly never ending golden sandy beach. A drive east along the scenic coastal road will take you through a series of picturesque towns such as Villers sur Mer to the elegant Deauville and further on to the beautiful old harbour port of Honfleur on the Seine estuary. You'll see why this region is called the Cote Fleurie - literally the flowery coast. A drive to the west will take you over the famous 'Pegasus Bridge' and on to the many famous D-day landing beaches such as Courseulles sur Mer, Arromanches and Omaha along the Cote de Nacre. From Arromanches you'll be a short drive away from the popular Bayeux and its famous tapestry. A motorway drive from here would take you to the 'Peripherique' around Caen and back to Dives sur Mer, but the region's capital is also well worth a visit especially to visit the Caen Memorial museum.

Rental prices/Changeover day

Prices per week from £175 - £325.
£50 per week / long weekend secures a booking with balance payable 8 weeks prior to holiday commencement date, and £100 refundable security deposit payable 2 weeks prior. Long Weekends (4 nights) typically Friday 4pm to Tuesday 10am considered in low/mid season at 75% of advertised weekly rates subject to availability. £15 Discount given for any 2-week bookings and £10 for all return visitors and for referrals. Arrival Tuesday after 4pm, and depart the following Tuesday before 10am.

Travel times & Directions

The apartment is half an hour's drive from Ouistreham, an hour from Le Havre, an hour and a half from Dieppe or Cherbourg and around three hours from Calais. From the port of Ouistreham take directions for Cabourg taking you over Pegasus Bridge, through Sallenelles and Merville Franceville. As you approach Cabourg take signposts for Dives Sur Mer across the Dives Estuary (you'll see Port Guillaume to your left). As you approach Dives Sur Mer you will see signposts for Port Guillaume. Take a left at the first traffic lights, staying in the left lane, then left at the next set and follow the sign. At the end of the road turn right and this will take you alongside a railway level crossing. Go across this and up a small incline to the right of the residence in front of you to the top of the road. Then turn right down an incline in to Avenue des Dunes towards the edge of the marina and follow around to your left. Drive past the Maeva Residence and around the back of the next Residence and you'll shortly find Residence de la Plage 1 is to your left (it's the only one with green shutters.

Contact details

For availability and bookings please contact:
Bob & Sara Tucker 00 44 (0)29 20257548 / 00 44 (0)7765 223233 / 00 44 (0)7737 816110