Villas in Normandy

Fantastic villas around Normandy

If you are looking for a villa in Normandy we recommend you stay in Rouen, the capital of Upper Normandy, Caen, Dinan, Cherbourg, Le Havre or Caen, the capital of Lower Normandy. A good way to explore Normandy is to base your stay in different villas along the route. Find a villa with sea views in Calvados, a cosy one in Le Havre or one in the countryside with the wild beauty of the Norman landscape.

The perfect villa for every traveller

Villas holidays in Normandy are a great option for those travelling with the family or groups of friends. Whether you prefer peaceful and charming areas or bustling city centres, in Normandy you can find fantastic villas to cater for your needs during your stay. Even couples and solo travellers can find smaller villas to enjoy privacy. Traditional architecture, French style decoration and some refurbished properties with modern finishes.

Rent a villa in Normandy and enjoy the extra amenities that some of them have to offer to make your stay in Normandy a memorable one, like:

• Swimming pools
• Gardens
• Private green areas
• Sauna
• Hot tub

Normandy for romantic holidays

Paris, Venice and Bruges are ideal destinations for a romantic trip with your other half, as you all know. Let us tell you a secret: Normandy is a magical destination that will light the sparkle of love wherever you go. Enjoy a relaxing spa session in Dauville or a romantic dinner for two, by candlelight, with the best French wine and delicious cuisine in a restaurant or in a private villa in Normandy. Raise your tastebuds and let the night begin.

Normandy for photography lovers

Do you like telling a story through your own vision? Capture the essence of Normandy's white cliffs of the Alabastro coast with your lens and let the changing light offer you a unique blend of colours. Explore the area and get different perspectives of several stunning views, even from the sea, displaying beautiful corners and hidden gems or book a villa in Normandy near the best spots so you'll always have something to photograph. Get your tripod, charge your batteries and get ready to take the most amazing shots.

1. Visit Rouen
2. Visit the D-Day Landing sites
3. Deauville, a top beach destination
4. Take a horse ride
5. Normandy, rich in flavours
6. Visit the charming town of Honfleur
7. Visit the abbey of Jumièges

1. Visit Rouen

Visit Rouen and its lovely cobblestone lanes lined with traditional maisons à colombages (half-timbered houses). Walk around the old town and discover pretty medieval Gothic churches, including the impressive cathedral, once depicted by Monet at different times of the day. Admire the clock tower, visit the Beaux Arts Museum and the tower where courageous Joan of Arc stood before her judges.

2. Visit the D-Day Landing sites

If you rent a luxurious villas in Normandy is a must to visit the reconstructed city of Le Havre, the D-Day Landing beaches, the Memorial of Caen and the cemetery of Omaha Beach. Walking around the sites, you will feel like you're in an outdoor museum, where every corner has a story to tell, evoking WWII events and bits of its history.

3.Deauville, a top beach destination

Deauville is a premier seaside resort with nearly two miles of golden sand for those who enjoy a day at the beach or want to attend the prestigious regattas hosted by the Yacht Club. For a nice break from the midday sun, browse the lovely boutiques, pamper yourself and get a massage or a facial and round off your day with a delicious meal at a stylish restaurant. Get one of the Normandy villas near the beach and enjoy it at any time of the day.

4. Take a horse ride

Normandy is home to the worldwide known trotters and thoroughbreds. Enjoying a ride in the countryside is a pleasant activity to enjoy with your family (remember to book a family-friendly villa in Normandy!). Ride through valleys, paths and green areas and explore the flora and fauna of Normandy discovering architectural gems along the way and charming hamlets and traditional villages.

5. Normandy, rich in flavours

Normandy is popular for its cider production as well as the spirit distilled from it, called Calvados. Visit the apple orchards or take a guided tour to discover the varieties and have a little taste of this fabulous product. As apples are the main ingredient in many recipes, menus are always filled with delicious recipes where apples are the star of the show! For more complex dishes, seafood and fish are part of this succulent cuisine. Do not forget your puddings! And try some delicious Camembert, Époisses or Roquefort.

6. Visit the charming town of Honfleur

On the Seine estuary you will find Honfleur, one of the most beautiful towns in Europe with a picturesque old harbour. With a medieval flair and half-timbered houses lining the cobblestone lanes, this pretty town is home to the Musée de la Marine which tells the history of seafaring, ship making and fishing. Another top site is the Musée Eugène Boudin, featuring an extensive collection of 200 works.

7. Visit the abbey of Jumièges

In Jumièges, the historic abbey is worth a visit. The ruins of Jumièges, once a majestic and magnificent religious building, still preserve a flair of its prestigious past. Most of the abbey was destroyed but it was an important centre of learning and a powerful, wealthy institution.